Books in the TIME FOR KIDS(R) Nonfiction Readers series

From chess boxing to worm charming, our planet is filled with some peculiar pastimes. With this high-interest, leveled nonfiction reader, teach students about the strange and unusual ways that people from around the world choose to pass the time.

This intriguing biography examines the life of the author of The Crossover, which won the Newbery Medal in 2015. Featuring TIME content, this nonfiction reader builds critical literacy skills while engaging students and enriching content-area instruction.

Examine the lives of commoners and kings from the "Middle Kingdom" with You Are There! Ancient China 305 BC. Take a tour of the important aspects of Ancient Chinese culture, such as Confucius' sayings, calligraphy, and so much more!

Live like an Egyptian with You Are There! Ancient Egypt 1336 BC! Students will examine important aspects of Ancient Egyptian culture, such as hieroglyphics, religion, vocations, politics, and style!

Excite your students with The Science of Superpowers! This action-packed nonfiction reader explores super villains and heroes, mighty mutants, and real-life superpower qualities and capabilities found in nature!

Explore the history of lighting and sound on stage and screen! Featuring TIME content, this high-interest nonfiction reader builds critical literacy skills while students read about the history of theater, television, and movies.

Mohandas Gandhi was one of the world's great leaders who used nonviolent resistance to protest against the caste system.

Take a trip back to 19th century America to learn how Mark Twain's world shaped his writing. This high-interest, nonfiction title gives students a better understanding and appreciation of Twain's works, and their relevance to modern-day audiences.

Find out what sets the human life cycle apart from other living things in this fascinating, informative nonfiction reader. Children will be introduced to the biological phases of our life cycle--from infancy to adulthood.