Helen Plum Library

Level 2 guided reader that teaches young readers about forests, how they grow and the ecosystems they support.

Level 2 guided reader that teaches young readers concepts about mountains, how they are formed and the ecosystems they support.

What can weigh over 1000 pounds, can climb a 50-foot tree and run faster than a race horse?What animal eats mostly berries, nuts and fruits and can still easily crush a bowling ball with its huge powerful jaws?What animal can smell you coming from over 15 miles (24 km) away?The answer to all of the above is … a Grizzly!Discover the world of these huge creatures that are mild mannered until they feel threatened. Then the Grizzly becomes one of the...

Enter the amazing world of these ancient looking creatures.Did you know that White Rhinos are not really white in color?Discover how heavy Rhinos are, how many types there are and why they are fast disappearing all over the world.Learn what substance Rhino horn is made from and what Rhinos use their horns for, and many more interesting facts.Filled with full color illustrations and easy to understand text. Perfect for all readers, young and old -...

When it comes to explaining physical, cultural and religious differences to children, it can be difficult to know where to begin. What Makes Us Unique? provides an accessible introduction to the concept of diversity, teaching children how to respect and celebrate people's differences and that ultimately, we are all much more alike than we are different. Additional questions at the back of the book allow for further discussion. Child psychologist...

The World Around Us series introduces children to complex cultural, social, and environmental issues that they may encounter outside their homes, in a way that is accessible. Sidebars offer further reading for older children or care providers who have bigger questions. For younger children just starting to make these observations, the simple question-and-answer format of the main text will provide a foundation of knowledge on the subject matter. A...

On the News gently introduces young children to the realities of natural disasters, terrorism, and other forms of tragedy. In age-appropriate language and tone, Dr. Roberts explains what tragedy is, the feelings it may create, and how to manage those feelings. She also emphasizes the good that can come out of tragedy, looking at how people help one another in caring, compassionate, and heroic ways. The book's question-and-answer format will help parents...

On the Internet: Our First Talk About Online Safety introduces children to the basics of online safety in a story-based, conversational style. Using real-world examples set within the context of a child who is using the Internet for the first time and watching an older sibling interact with social media, Dr. Roberts takes readers through several common scenarios around parental supervision, online bullying, and anonymity. She also includes examples...

On the Playground: Our First Talk About Prejudice focuses on introducing children to the complex topic of prejudice. Crafted around a narrative between a grade-school-aged child and an adult, this inquiry-focused book will help children shape their understanding of diversity so they are better prepared to understand, and question, prejudice witnessed around them in their day-to-day lives and in the media. Dr. Jillian Roberts discusses types of discrimination...

This illustrated nonfiction picture book by child psychologist Dr. Jillian Roberts introduces children to the topics of bodies, body safety and body image through a conversation-based story that begins with an observation at the community pool. Modesty, privacy and boundaries are discussed, along with how self-image is formed and how some people are more sensitive than others-sometimes at different stages in their lives. Relevant themes around body...