Books by Bonnie Bader

Max's 4 Questions (Reading Railroad)

by Bonnie Bader

Max is the youngest of four brothers and lives in a house with four dogs, four parakeets, and four goldfish—so all the grown-ups are usually too busy to answer his questions. That is, of course, until Passover comes along and he gets to ask the four questions. Little ones will delight in this sweet, funny story that teaches them all about Passover with this lovable main character.

Who Was Martin Luther King, Jr.?

by Who HQ, Bonnie Bader

The story of one of the most influential civil rights activist of our time.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was only 25 when he helped organize the Montgomery Bus Boycott and was soon organizing black people across the country in support of the right to vote, desegregation, and other basic civil rights. Maintaining nonviolent and peaceful tactics even when his life was threatened, King was also an advocate for the poor and spoke out against racial and economic injustice until his death—from an assassin's bullet—in 1968. With clearly written text that explains this tumultuous time in history and 80 black-and-white illustrations, this Who Was? celebrates the vision and the legacy of a remarkable man.

Ham-Ham-Hamsters (Penguin Young Readers, Level 2)

by Bonnie Bader

Learn all about hamsters in this fact-and-photo-filled book for young readers!

Their tiny feet scamper across cages and sprint on exercise wheels. Their little noses sniff the air and their whiskers twitch as they stuff their cheeks with food. As some of the most adorable members of the rodent family, hamsters make very popular pets. Especially in the classroom! In this nonfiction reader, kids will learn all about how to care for these cute critters.

Play Ball (Dick and Jane)

by Bonnie Bader

Spot the dog causes problems when he decides to play ball with Dick and Jane.

Kit-Kit-Kittens (Penguin Young Readers, Level 2)

by Bonnie Bader

Calling all cat lovers learning to read!

Learn all about kittens in this fact-and-photo-filled book that captures all the charm of these adorable animals! This new nonfiction reader will teach kids about different breeds, how kittens grow, and how to take good care of your own kitten.

Who Was Jacqueline Kennedy?

by Who HQ, Bonnie Bader

Through this engaging Who Was? biography, kids will discover the woman behind the sunglasses.

Private and bookish, Jackie Kennedy found herself thrust into the world spotlight as the young and glamorous wife of the President John F. Kennedy. As First Lady she restored the once neglected rooms of the White House to their former glory, and through her charm and elegance became a style icon whose influence is still felt even today. Kids will be fascinated to read about a First Family whose youth, intelligence, and good looks captivated America in the early 1960s.

Heroes of Black History (Who Was?)

by Bonnie Bader

A true hero not only rises to the occasion, but helps others rise with them. Nelson Mandela, Harriet Tubman, Martin Luther King, Jr., Jackie Robinson, and Rosa Parks are five extraordinary people who overcame adversity to claim their places in modern history. In this box set, discover the life and times of five icons of black history and celebrate the difference they made in the world. Over 560 pages and 400 illustrations.

Who Was Christopher Columbus?

by Who HQ, Bonnie Bader

Learn all about Christopher Columbus' early life at sea, which led him to seek fortune by sailing west in hopes of creating new trade routes with the Indies. Kids will read about why he called himself the "Great Admirald of the Seas" and learn of all his struggles to find finacial support for his voyage.

Who Was Robert E. Lee?

by Who HQ, Bonnie Bader

Robert E. Lee seemed destined for greatness. His father was a Revolutionary War hero and at West Point he graduated second in his class! In 1861, when the Southern states seceded from the Union, Lee was offered the opportunity to command the Union forces. However, even though he was against the war, his loyalty to his home state of Virginia wouldn’t let him fight for the North. Despite the South’s ultimate defeat, General Robert E. Lee remains one of the United States’ true military heroes.

Pup-Pup-Puppies (Penguin Young Readers, Level 2)

by Bonnie Bader

Learn all about puppies in this photo-filled book that captures all the charm of these adorable animals! This new nonfiction reader will teach kids how to take good care of their own puppy.

Curious About Ice Cream (Smithsonian)

by Bonnie Bader

What's the Scoop?

Americans eat more ice cream than people in any other country (on average 48 pints per person a year). Where did this cool treat come from? And how did its popularity spread? If you're curious about all things ice cream, this fun, visual 8 x 8 developed with the food curators at the Smithsonian is now on the menu!

What Is the World Cup? (What Was?)

by Who HQ, Bonnie Bader

GOOOAAAAAL! Get ready for a front-row seat at the world's most-watched sporting event--the World Cup.

Every four years, thirty-two of the best men's soccer teams from across the globe compete for the title of FIFA World Cup winner. Over one billion people tuned in worldwide to watch the final game of the 2014 competition, making the World Cup the most widely viewed sporting event in the world, exceeding even the Summer Olympics! This book takes a look back at what has changed since the first tournament in 1930 and what lies ahead for the most popular sport in the world.

My Little Golden Book About Martin Luther King Jr.

by Bonnie Bader

Learn all about Martin Luther King Jr. Day with this Little Golden Book biography all about the civil rights leader! The perfect introduction to nonfiction for preschoolers.

This Little Golden Book captures the essence of Martin Luther King, Jr. for the littlest readers. They'll learn how his childhood in segregated Atlanta—and in his father's church—shaped the future civil rights leader. And they'll gain a clear understanding of the way he became an eloquent, powerful voice for African Americans.

Look for more Little Golden Book biographies:
• Barack Obama
• Ruth Bader Ginsburg
• Joe Biden
• Kamala Harris
• Sonia Sotomayor
• Dr. Fauci

My Little Golden Book About Bugs

by Bonnie Bader

This nonfiction Little Golden Book is filled with amazing facts about bugs--perfect for preschoolers!

Some creep and crawl, some fly and flutter--they're bugs! And kids are fascinated by them. This simple yet informative Little Golden Book introduces a variety of bugs to preschoolers. They'll love the colorful illustrations and the cool facts about ants, spiders, butterflies, beetles, stick bugs, honey bees, praying mantises, and many more. This is a book that young bug enthusiasts will want to look at again and again!

Passover: A Celebration of Freedom (Big Golden Book)

by Bonnie Bader

Learn why and how Jewish people celebrate Passover with this beautifully illustrated Big Golden Book!

Celebrate Passover by reading about how Moses helped lead the Israelites to freedom. In addition to the story of Passover, which includes the Ten Plagues, the Burning Bush, and the Parting of the Red Sea, preschoolers will also learn about the Passover Seder and how Jewish people celebrate today. Filled with colorful illustrations and simple, yet informative text, this Big Golden Book is perfect to share with your family this Passover!

Hanukkah: The Festival of Lights (Little Golden Book)

by Bonnie Bader

A Little Golden Book edition of the story of Hanukkah--a great holiday read-aloud for the whole family!

It's Hanukkah time! Preschoolers will learn all about how people celebrate Hanukkah--from eating latkes, spinning dreidels, and lighting the menorah. And they'll also learn why they celebrate--from the destruction of the Temple, the bravery of the Maccabees, and the miracle of that little bit of oil that lasted for eight nights. Filled with colorful illustrations and simple, yet informative text, this Little Golden Book is perfect for reading again and again. Share it with your family this Hanukkah!

My Little Golden Book About Abraham Lincoln

by Bonnie Bader

Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography all about President Abraham Lincoln! The perfect introduction to nonfiction for preschoolers!

Bright pictures and a simple story capture the essence of one of our most popular presidents. Little ones will enjoy key anecdotes about Lincoln, beginning with young Abe's love of reading. Fun facts at the end—such as Lincoln’s declaration of the final Thursday in November as Thanksgiving day—round out this nonfiction book full of Little Golden Book charm.

Look for more Little Golden Book biographies:
• George W. Bush
• John McCain
• My LGB About the White House
• My LGB About Johnny Appleseed

My Little Golden Book About Sharks

by Bonnie Bader

This simple yet informative book brings to life the fascinating world of sharks. Little ones will enjoy bright, bold artwork and lively descriptions of all kinds of sharks, from the fierce great white to the rare goblin. They’ll learn that sharks have teeth but no bones, as well as interesting facts about diet, camouflage, and habitat that teach why we must care about sharks.

Hanukkah: The Festival of Lights (Big Golden Book)

by Bonnie Bader

Celebrate Hanukkah--and learn the meaning behind the holiday--with this new Big Golden Book!

It's Hanukkah time! Preschoolers will learn all about how people celebrate Hanukkah--from eating latkes, spinning dreidels, exchanging gifts, and lighting the menorah. And they'll also learn why they celebrate--from the destruction of the Temple, the bravery of the Maccabees, and the miracle of that little bit of oil that lasted for eight nights. Filled with colorful illustrations and simple, yet informative text, this Big Golden Book is perfect for reading again and again. Share it with your family this Hanukkah!

The March on Washington (American Girl: Real Stories From My Time)

by Bonnie Bader

Explore real stories and facts about the March on Washington with historical American Girl character Melody.
Discover the stories of the real people and events that shaped American history in the Real Stories from My Time series. Perfect for book reports with full-page illustrations throughout, these nonfiction chapter books also include historical photos, maps, a timeline, a glossary, and a bibliography at the back. Plus, in each book, an American Girl historical character shares a bit of her own fictional story.In 1963, people from all over the country came together to fight for equal rights for African Americans. The March on Washington was a peaceful protest and the setting for Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech. But what did it take to get there? Learn about the inspiring people and incredible acts of courage that led to this historic march. Plus, American Girl Melody shares her own experiences growing up during the civil rights movement and dealing with discrimination.

Pig-Piggy-Pigs (Penguin Young Readers, Level 2)

by Bonnie Bader

Learn about teacup pigs in this fact-and-photo-filled book that captures all the charm of these adorable animals! This new nonfiction reader will teach kids about the breed, how to train them, and how to take good care of these unique animals.

¿Quién fue Martin Luther King, Jr.? (Spanish Edition)

by Who HQ, Bonnie Bader

The famous civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. spoke out against racial and economic injustice until his death - from an assassin's bullet - in 1968. This tumultuous time in history comes to life in over 100 black-and-white illustrations that celebrate of this remarkable man.

Fly, Butterfly (Penguin Core Concepts)

by Bonnie Bader

Exposing children to a diverse range of literary and informational texts, the Core Concepts program helps develop important literacy and cognitive skills necessary to meet many of the Common Core State Standards.

Did you know that every year hundreds of thousands of monarch butterflies migrate 2,500 miles to Mexico for the winter? It takes four generations of butterflies to make the trip, and only the fourth generation lives longer than three weeks. Follow a beautiful butterfly as she makes her journey down to Mexico!

Fly, Butterfly covers the concepts Animals and Seasons.

Slow, Slow Sloths (Penguin Young Readers, Level 2)

by Bonnie Bader

This adorable book all about sloths is perfect for young animal-lovers!

This fact-and-photo-filled book features one of the cutest and most unique animals out there--the sloth! Did you know that sloths sleep up to twenty hours a day? Did you know they descend from their trees once a week to go to the bathroom? In this nonfiction reader, kids will learn all about this sleepy, slow-moving mammal.

Snail-Snaily-Snails (Penguin Young Readers, Level 2)

by Bonnie Bader

Snail-Snaily-Snails is a fun, informative book perfect for young readers!

They're slimy, they're small, and they're slow. Some call them pests, and some call them a delicacy. What are they? Snails! Kids will learn all about these crawly creatures in this fact-and-photo-filled nonfiction reader.

Hedge-Hedgey-Hedgehogs

by Bonnie Bader

Hedge-Hedgey-Hedgehogs is a unique and adorable book perfect for young readers!
     
Learn about hedgehogs in this fact-and-photo-filled book that is just as cute as the animals themselves! Did you know that the name for a baby hedgehog is a hoglet? Or that hedgehogs make good pets because they prey on common garden pests? This nonfiction reader will teach kids how to take good care of these unique creatures.

My Little Golden Book About Giraffes

by Bonnie Bader

Learn all about giraffes—the tallest land animals on Earth! This nonfiction Little Golden Book is filled with beautiful illustrations and amazing facts your little one will love.

Learn all about giraffes—the tallest land animals on Earth! Preschoolers will enjoy discovering that baby giraffes are six feet tall at birth, their spotted patterns make every giraffe unique, and so much more. With colorful illustrations on each page, this Little Golden Book will help nuture their love of wildlife as they get to know these graceful giants!

My Little Golden Book About Whales

by Bonnie Bader

This nonfiction Little Golden Book is filled with amazing facts about whales and beautiful illustrations--perfect for preschoolers!

Let your little one discover the wonderful world of whales! This informative Little Golden Book introduces little ones to these gentle giants with colorful illustrations and cool facts. How many kinds of whales are there? What do they eat? How do they communicate? Dive in and find out!

Sally's Story (the Dodo)

by Bonnie Bader

The true story of how one little puppy learned to breathe on her own -- as seen on The Dodo!

When Sally was rescued, this tiny dachshund puppy couldn't eat or breathe without help. Sally had a feeding tube to give her food and medicine. And she had to stay inside a plastic bubble to get the extra oxygen she needed.

But Sally was determined to breathe on her own. She practiced spending small amounts of time outside her bubble. Slowly but surely, Sally's lungs grew healthy and strong. With the love and support of those around her, Sally showed the world what it means to never give up!

This story is perfect for middle-grade readers and comes with an eight-page full-color photo insert!

The Startup Squad: You're the Boss A Kid's Ultimate Guide to Starting Your Own Business

by Bonnie Bader, Brian Weisfeld

A kid's guide to entrepreneurship and starting your own business, from the renowned entrepreneur and founder of the Startup Squad!

Are you bursting with great ideas for a new business but aren't quite sure where to start? Do you know that you'd be great at selling something but first need to figure out what that "something" actually is? Are you gearing up to be an entrepreneur but think that kids can't really build anything big? If any of these sound like you—you've come to the right book!

You’re never too young to start a business. Whether you want to launch a babysitting service, run a lemonade stand, sell crafts online—or don’t even know what business to start—You're the Boss is here to help. In this book, you'll learn how to figure out which business is right for you, find your ideal customers, manage the competition, calculate costs and profits, pitch your ideas, and so much more.

Ready to build up the confidence, creativity, and grit that come along with being an entrepreneur—and ready to make some money and build your business empire along the way? Let You're the Boss show you how!

Passover: A Celebration of Freedom

by Bonnie Bader

Learn why and how Jewish people celebrate Passover with this beautifully illustrated Big Golden Book!

Celebrate Passover by reading about how Moses helped lead the Israelites to freedom. In addition to the story of Passover, which includes the Ten Plagues, the Burning Bush, and the Parting of the Red Sea, preschoolers will also learn about the Passover Seder and how Jewish people celebrate today. Filled with colorful illustrations and simple, yet informative text, this Big Golden Book is perfect to share with your family this Passover!