Cecilia Minden

"Lights flash, sirens sound, and a fire truck speeds down the street toward a burning building. This may sound thrilling, but fighting fires ultimately requires an extreme amount of dedication and courage. This book gives young readers a glimpse of the risks firefighters face, as well as the heroism that helps save lives. Additional features include a table of contents, informational captions and sidebars, a phonetic glossary, sources for further...

"Pets are an important part of the family. So when they get sick or hurt, we rely on the skill and compassion of veterinarians. This book features colorful pictures and easy-to-read text that allow young readers a glimpse at the demanding--but rewarding--world of animal doctors. Additional features include a table of contents, informational captions and sidebars, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, a Think-About-It section,...

Simple text featuring the long "a" sound describes how Amy and other girls run a race around the lake.

"Early on, kids are taught the importance of taking care of their teeth. Dentists play a pivotal role in helping children maintain good hygiene, as well as protecting their pearly whites for years to come. Engaging pictures and easy-to-read text introduce children to the world of dentistry and help them see their own dentists in a new light! Additional features include a table of contents, informational captions and sidebars, a phonetic glossary,...

"In this simple story belonging to the fourth level of Herbster Readers, young Herbie and his grandfather build a race car together."--Provided by publisher.

"A simple story belonging to the first level of Herbster Readers, young Herbie imagines an adventure in a supermarket as he waits to purchase a red balloon"--Provided by publisher.

"Nursing is a demanding job and requires skill, patience, and a gentle touch. Kids learn about the professionals who take care of them when they're ill and help them maintain their overall health. Exciting pictures and informative text provide readers with a new appreciation for the nurses who care for our communities. Additional features include a table of contents, informational captions and sidebars, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research,...

"In this simple story belonging to the second level of Herbster Readers, young Herbie uses his imagination to get him through the tedious task of cleaning up his room"--Provided by publisher.

Herbie Bear teaches his younger brother Hank how to draw a face by tracing circular objects.

Simple text featuring the long "e" sound describes how Eve plants and cares for a vegetable garden.