Readers will follow Sophie the silkworm as she spins the story of her magnificent metamorphosis. Sophies character is at once whimsical and relatable, sparking readers interest about her life cycle and role in her ecosystem. Information-rich text and accessible language introduce readers to a silkworms life stages, as corresponding photographs help readers visualize the process. Readers will delight in Sophies story of trying to prove how important her silk really is, while learning important facts about a silkworms habitat, anatomy, and uses. This volume supports elementary life science curricula in a fun and fascinating way.

Product Description: Song Sun likes to talk but never listens. After talking too much to a stranger, Song Sun accidentally gives away the Chinese secret of silkmaking. Will Song Sun be able to save the secret?

In long-ago China, as a young princess prepares to leave her parents' kingdom to travel to far-off Khotan where she is to marry the king, she decides to secretly take with her a precious reminder of home.

Product Description: Julia Song and her friend Patrick would love to win a blue ribbon, maybe even two, at the state fair. They’ve always done projects together, and they work well as a team. This time, though, they’re having trouble coming up with just the right project...read more