Gail Gibbons
1) Apples
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
2012
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Explains how apples were brought to America, how they grow, their traditional uses and cultural significance, and some of the varieties grown.
Author
Series
Publisher
Live Oak Media
Pub. Date
2013
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Describes how pumpkins come in different shapes and sizes, how they grow, and their traditional uses and cultural significance. Includes instructions for carving a pumpkin and drying the seeds.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Gail Gibbons is known for her ability to bring the nonfiction world into focus for young students. Through pictures, captions, and text, this book provides a window into the world of growing things...Erin Mallon complements Gibbons's text with a clear, clipped, and purposeful narration." -AudioFile Magazine
Author
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Pub. Date
©1984.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
580L
Language
English
Description
As the seasons pass, Arnold enjoys a variety of activities as a result of his apple tree. Includes a recipe for apple pie and a description of how an apple cider press works.
5) Spiders
Author
Series
Publisher
Live Oak Media
Pub. Date
2013
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Examines the physical characteristics, behavior, habitats, and different kinds of spiders.
6) Ladybugs
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Using simple text and colorful illustrations, this book describes the physical attribute, habits, and life cycle of the ladybug.
8) Penguins!
Author
Series
Publisher
Live Oak Media
Pub. Date
2013
Language
English
Description
"Mazzoli's steady, clear narration is perfect for articulating facts about these birds of the Arctic. Listeners will relish hearing about the variety of penguins and their distinctive characteristics.... Penguin calls and sounds from the habitat complete the recording." -AudioFile 2011
9) Wolves
Author
Series
Publisher
Live Oak Media
Pub. Date
2013
Language
English
Description
Award-winning narrator George Guidall's adept reading enlivens a text packed with information in this exploration of the life of the gray wolf (or timber wolf). Using her effective format of large color drawings and useful facts, Gail Gibbons once again provides an excellent resource for primary-grade students.
10) Sharks
Author
Series
Publisher
Live Oak Media
Pub. Date
2013
Language
English
Description
From the tiny dwarf shark to the gigantic whale shark, Gail Gibbons' clear text and illustrations acquaint readers with these ever-fascinating creatures.
Author
Series
Publisher
Live Oak Media
Pub. Date
2016
Language
English
Description
With a storyteller's narrative, Christina Moore presents this fascinating look at the world's largest reptiles, including information about their physical characteristics, the differences between these scary creatures, and how they live as an endangered species.
12) Frogs
Author
Series
Publisher
Live Oak Media
Pub. Date
2013
Language
English
Description
"Christina Moore uses her talent for storytelling to create a more narrative-like tale....An attractive offering for listening centers and for young children interested in nature and science." -School Library Journal
13) Horses
Author
Series
Publisher
Live Oak Media
Pub. Date
2013
Language
English
Description
"Gail Gibbons's detailed introduction to horses is packed with historical facts, breed information, care and grooming tips.... Pierno's well-paced and deliberately pronounced reading is supplemented with sound effects of neighing, whinnying, and galloping horses as well as brief snippets of background orchestra music. ...Children with an interest in horses will find this title an adequate springboard for further reading." -School Library Journal
14) Sea Turtles
Author
Series
Publisher
Live Oak Media
Pub. Date
2013
Language
English
Description
"...a valuable and effective program." -School Library Journal
15) Thanksgiving Day
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
c1983
Edition
1st ed.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
Presents information about the first Thanksgiving and the way that holiday is celebrated today.
16) Fire! fire!
Author
Publisher
Crowell
Pub. Date
c1984
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Views fire fighters fighting fires in the city, in the country, in the forest, and on the waterfront.
17) Stargazers
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
1992
Edition
1st ed.
Language
English
Description
Tells what stars are, why they twinkle, how constellations were named, how telescopes are used to study stars, and more.
19) Volcanoes
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Formats
Description
Rumbling, hissing, shaking. . .a volcano is about to erupt! Learn all about volcanoes, from tectonic plates to what do when there is a volcanic warning, in this primer for young readers.
Did you know there are four main types of volcanoes? Or that volcanoes are classified as active, dormant, or extinct? The Devil’s Tower in Wyoming is an extinct volcano. It’s about 40.5 million years old!
Gail Gibbons explores...
Did you know there are four main types of volcanoes? Or that volcanoes are classified as active, dormant, or extinct? The Devil’s Tower in Wyoming is an extinct volcano. It’s about 40.5 million years old!
Gail Gibbons explores...
20) Whales
Author
Series
Publisher
Live Oak Media
Pub. Date
2013
Language
English
Description
"...an attractive, informative production." - School Library Journal