Lisa Bullard

Colorful illustrations and simple text describe the differences between an alligators and a crocodile.

Nervous about attending her first day of school, Sofia soon discovers that school is fun and exciting as she makes new friends, meets her teacher, and learns her way around the school.

Hannah wants to get all the grown-ups who work at her school to sign her cast! Join her as she gets to know the school principal, the crossing guard, the librarian, and more. What are some other types of grown-ups who might work at Hannah's school?

Rachel has been chosen to ride a bike in Riverdale's parade! One problemshe doesn't know how. She goes all over town to prepare, and readers discover important parts of a community along the way.

Makayla is visiting friends in her neighborhood. She sees how each family is different. Some families have lots of children, but others have none. Some friends live with grandparents, or have two dads, or have parents who are divorced. How is her own family like the others? What makes each one great? This diverse cast allows readers to compare and contrast families in multiple ways.

Chloe loves clothes! She wants to be a fashion designer--and a firefighter too. But that makes it hard to pick a special outfit for dress-up day at school. To help her decide what to wear, she talks with her family and friends about clothes. Which clothes show a person's interests? Which clothes show someone belongs to a certain religion or culture? Which clothes tell about a person's job? Readers will compare and contrast what messages clothing can...

Examines different cuisines and food traditions.

Join Malik's search for his neighbor's lost dog! Explore the people and places that make up a neighborhood. Compare and contrast the ways it is different from or similar to the place where you live.