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Favorite Toys

From LEGO bricks and Nerf Blasters to bicycles and Barbie dolls, this hi/lo series dives into the history behind some classic toys and explores how they are popular today! Each title showcases high-quality images paired with engaging text to introduce a favorite toy. Each title contains maps, timelines, charts, and profiles to keep readers engaged and informed about the stories behind their favorite toys!

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Action Figures

From G.I. Joe and Stretch Armstrong to comic book heroes and Star Wars characters, there is an action figure for everyone! In this exciting hi/lo title, readers are introduced to the history… More →

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American Girl Dolls

American Girl dolls have delighted people for decades! This book introduces readers to this favorite toy from its early years to the dolls of today. The leveled text shares how American Girl… More →

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Barbie Dolls

Barbies are an iconic toy for kids and adults alike. But how did these dolls become so popular? In this hi/lo title, readers will learn the decades-in-the-making history of these top-selling… More →

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Bicycles

From the 1800s to today, bicycles have changed a lot! But they continue to be a popular toy and form of transportation around the world. With bright images and engaging text, this book will… More →

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Board Games

From chess to Monopoly, board games offer something fun for everyone! This title introduces readers to the history of board games and how they continue to be enjoyed today. Leveled text and… More →

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LEGO Bricks

For years, kids and adults alike have built incredible things with LEGO bricks. But what’s the story behind this popular toy? In this title, readers will explore the history and growth of… More →

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Nerf Blasters

Nerf blaster battles have been a favorite toy among children and adults for decades. In this hi/lo title, vibrant images and leveled text tell the story of Nerf blasters and how they rose to… More →

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Remote Control Cars

With a remote control car, the world becomes a racetrack! This book dives into the history, car types, and events involved in this popular hobby. Exciting photos of cars in action support the More →

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Skateboards

Skateboards are a favorite toy for people of all ages! Throughout this book, reluctant readers will learn about the story behind skateboards and how they have grown in popularity over the… More →

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Slime

Sticky, stretchy, noisy… It’s no wonder slime found instant success when it was first sold in 1976. This book starts at the beginning and shares the journey of slime through years of… More →

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Super Soakers

Splash! A Super Soaker battle has begun! In this title, bright photos and engaging text draw in reluctant and emerging readers to learn more about the fascinating story behind the Super… More →

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Toy Cars

Vroom! Vroom! Look at those toy cars zoom by! From Matchbox to Hot Wheels, this title introduces readers to the rich history of toy cars and how they continue to be popular today. Leveled… More →

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