Katherine Hengel

Some of the most intriguing animals in the world live exclusively in Australia. This endearing title teaches kids about the birth and early life of the Koala. Astonishing photography and easy-to-read sentences bring these baby Koalas to life for early readers. This book highlights the Koala, detailing its growth patterns, eating habits, enemies, and more. Kids will love learning about this animals parenting style, too! SandCastle is an imprint of...

An introduction to the characteristics and habits of Australia's fur seal.

An introduction to the characteristics and habits of Australia's spiny anteater.

This title introduces young readers to the sense of sight. Engaging photos show kids using their eyes in relation to real world experiences like winking and reading. Simple sentences make this title fun for kids to read and understand the what, how, when and why of one of the five senses. Fun facts, a comprehension quiz and a glossary are also included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Sandcastle is an imprint...

This title introduces young readers to the sense of smell. Engaging photos show kids using their noses in relation to real world experiences like picking their nose and burning waffles. Simple sentences make this title fun for kids to read and understand the what, how, when and why of one of the five senses. Fun facts, a comprehension quiz and a glossary are also included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Sandcastle...

This title introduces young readers to the sense of hearing. Engaging photos show kids using their ears in relation to real world experiences like plugging their ears and listening to headphones. Simple sentences make this title fun for kids to read and understand the what, how, when and why of one of the five senses. Fun facts, a comprehension quiz and a glossary are also included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Sandcastle...

Fill your plate with fresh, self-sustained produce that comes straight from your garden. Step-by-step planting, care and harvesting tips give the beginning gardener a good basic understanding of the growing process. Over 30 delicious recipes made with basil, carrots, green beans, leaf lettuce, potatoes, and tomatoes, complete with step-by-step photos, bring your homegrown foods to the table to share with others. Incorporating unique flavors and easy-to-grow...

With this title kids not only learn how to grow their own green beans in containers, but how to prepare them to eat too! Step-by-step planting, care and harvesting tips give the beginning gardener a good basic understanding of the growing process. Delicious recipes from spicy sesame green beans to cheddar pecan green bean casserole, with step-by-step photos bring their homegrown vegetable to the table to share with others! Checkerboard Library is...

This title takes a popular feline breed, Scottish Folds and colorfully presents their facial features, body basics, personalities and more! Do you want a loving cat and a quiet cat? This book even includes a checklist to help readers decide if this cat is right for them. Illustrations reveal interesting details about the story of Susie and Snooks, the ancestors of all Scottish folds. Readers both young and old will find this informative book worthwhile!...

With this title kids not only learn how to grow their own tomatoes in containers, but how to prepare them to eat too! Step-by-step planting, care and harvesting tips give the beginning gardener a good basic understanding of the growing process. Delicious recipes from crispy caprese sandwich melt to tomato pie bake, with step-by-step photos bring their homegrown food to the table to share with others! Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing...