Joanne Mattern: 53 books

Sink your claws into some cat facts! Learn the history, behaviors, physical traits, and special characteristics of cat breeds including Siamese, Persian, American Shorthair, Abyssinian, Maine Coon, and many more. This guidebook gives cat lovers and owners an in-depth look at some furry feline friends....

This Level 3 book introduces and examines the different aspects of foodball. Students will develop word recognition and reading skills while learning about the history and rules of football, as well as how to play the game. Additional text features and search tools, including a glossary and an index, help students locate and review important information.

In Bridges, readers will explore the use of super structures around the world and how they have shaped future technological advancements. This title is the perfect blend of historical content and STEM engagement, and makes a great addition to library collections at home or at school. The Engineering...

In Submarines and Submersibles, readers will be introduced to the engineering concepts that are involved in underwater vehicle design. This fact- and photo-filled book explains how submarine and submersibles are developed, how they work, and the different ways in which they are used. The Engineering...

This math concept book engages young readers through simple text and photos as they discover the difference between odd and even.

Make It 100! teaches how to count to 100 by ones, fives, and tens.

Describes the thrilling sport of BMX racing and its riders and includes information on equipment, technique, and races.

Adult and child readers will learn all about adorable farm animals together in this new Co-reader from National Geographic Kids.

Thick fur. Thin face or wide face. Long howls or short yips. Is it a wolf or a coyote? Learn how these beautiful wild creatures are alike and how they differ.

Long floppy ears. Big teeth. Running or hopping. Is it a rabbit or a hare? Learn how these popular and cuddly animals are alike and how they differ.

Long snout. Big teeth. Hard scales. Lives in warm climates. Is it an alligator or a crocodile? Readers will learn how these beasts from the age of dinosaurs are alike and how they differ.

While reading Mount Rushmore, students will learn all about the infamous carving made into the Black Hills of South Dakota. This 32-page title uses a variety of teaching components to help young readers strengthen their reading comprehension skills. The Symbols of Freedom series will allow...

Meet nature's super-strong superheroes! From insects that can pull 1,000 times their own weight to mighty mammals that can carry hundreds of pounds, the animal kingdom is full of animals with amazing super strength.

Medieval England was a time of great change and uncertainty. Readers will be enthralled as they learn about various aspects of the Middle Ages in England including the feudal system, Hundred Years War, War of the Roses, and the bubonic plague. The detailed images and captivating facts and sidebars...