
11/13/2019
Bearport and friends are popping in to celebrate #nationalcardiganday and #worldkindnessday! Come see us at AASL for your chance to win our Bearport Bear! #happywednesday!
Bearport Publishing: the books kids REALLY want! High-interest books for children in grades PreK through 8.
Check us out on Twitter too! https://twitter.com/bearportpub
(1)
At Bearport Publishing we believe that books with great writing and amazing photos are irresistible to kids. We also believe that providing kids with books they want to read is one of the surest ways to foster reading achievement. These two principles guide the development of all our curriculum-aligned nonfiction titles for children in grades PreK-8. Our award winning, high-interest nonfiction books help get kids excited about reading, even if they are struggling or reluctant readers. We focus on topics that appeal to young readers across our three lines of books: Primary Nonfiction Our primary books help beginning readers in grades PreK-3 build confidence in their skills and develop a love of reading. Developed by literacy experts, these titles feature clear, easy-to-read text, colorful photographs, and popular age-appropriate subjects. Narrative Nonfiction Everyone enjoys a good story, especially when the story is true and the characters are real. Our high-interest narrative nonfiction books grab and hold a child's attention with well-told stories on topics that engage young readers. High-Interest Nonfiction Accessible and easy to read without looking "babyish," these high-interest, lower reading level books are packed with amazing photos and are ideal for struggling readers. Kids can enjoy these books on their own, even if they're reading below grade level. Bearport's books are available in both print and digital formats to ensure that schools, libraries, and parents can provide young readers with high-quality nonfiction in the format they prefer. Visit our website to explore Bearport Publishing, browse our titles, request a catalog and sign up for our newsletter. Plus, you can place your order online or find a representative near you. Contact us: Bearport Publishing 5357 Penn Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55419 888.799.1860 [email protected] www.bearportpublishing.com
Bearport and friends are popping in to celebrate #nationalcardiganday and #worldkindnessday! Come see us at AASL for your chance to win our Bearport Bear! #happywednesday!
While we honor our #veterans on this very important #veteransday2019, here are some extra facts to help us understand the importance of the day. If you haven't had a chance yet, be sure you #ThankAVeteran today.
Veterans Day originated as “Armistice Day” on Nov. 11, 1919, the first anniversary of the end of World War I. Congress passed a resolution in 1926 for an
Did you know? A blue whale's heartbeat can be heard from more than two miles away? Well happy #funfactfriday because it's true! Want to find out more about blue whale hearts? Check it out!
The blue whale is a massive creature and is the largest living animal in the world; even larger than most dinosaurs. The largest of the blue whales can measure in at over 100 ft in length and can weigh in excess of 180 tons at its largest. In fact everything about the blue whale is …
Happy #childrensbooksweek! Did you know Bearport can add to your libraries with the grossest, most creepiest, most exciting nonfiction titles for kiddos to learn from. This is one of my favorites, just don't read it over your lunch break ;)
Oh yeah! Boom goes the dynamite! But who wouldn't love these awesome dino books? Check out the full list here: https://bearportpublishing.com/shop/show/12456
Don't forget! Come see us and all the Minnesota publishers in your backyard! We're a mere 2 days away from this awesome #libraryonly #FREE #schoollibraryjournal event!! Check out this link for more information and to register! See you Saturday!
We are a mere ten days away from School Library Journal's Day of Dialog in St. Paul! This is a librarian only event and completely free! Check it out for more information and come learn more about the publishers in your backyard! #slj #sljdod #stpaulmn
High five y'all we made it to fall! What's your favorite fall activity? You know besides high-fiving a corgi that is. #bearportpub #AutumnEquinox #FirstDayofAutumn #childrensbooks #librarylife #tlchat #edchat
Can you name two books that have been written without the most common letter in the english language, E? What about one of them? How many words do you think these novels are?
It's difficult enough to write a sentence that doesn't contain the popular vowel. (There are eight right there.)
Hey there folks! Did you know it's National Respect Day?! Today is the perfect time to reflect on times when you've felt especially respected and when you've made it a point to be respectful of or to others, celebrating the power of respect!
On this special freaky Friday, go to Google. Type in Wizard of Oz. Click the ruby slippers. Then the tornado. Enjoy!
DO YOU KNOW HOW SPECIAL SEPTEMBER IS?!?! IT'S LIBRARY CARD SIGN UP MONTH!!! Get your ticket to the land of knowledge and enjoy!
September 4th means its officially spooky season right? Well here's some stories about your very own states that'll have you starting off spooky season in style. #spookyseason #scarybooks #childrensbooks #bearport #tlchat #edchat #seconddayofschool
Do you think you know all there is to know about the United States? These expertly crafted, bone-chilling stories for beginning readers will test your knowledge! Explore the dark and disturbing...
Did you know??! It's Read and Ride Day tomorrow at the Minnesota State Fair?! Bring your library card along with you and save on admission! #minnesotastatefair #mnstatefair #kidlit #childrensbooks #librarycard #library #libraries
Discounted admission prices at the entrance gates for public library cardholders with valid public library card (one discount per card): $13 for adults (13-64), $10 for seniors (65+) and $10 for kids (5-12). Deals on merchandise and food for all fair guests. All-day specials offered on Mighty...
Ever wondered what space smells like? What about comets? Planets? Moons? In this weeks #freakyfridayfact, did you know that astronauts have described space as smelling like 'burnt metal' or 'walnuts and break pads'? #tlchat #edchat
Burnt steak, gunpowder ... and walnuts?
Here's some really important #mondaymotivation on this here #sharkweek2019 ! How do you spend your Shark Week?
Were you hoping for a fresh batch of brand new countries from our series Countries We Come From? Well you're in luck! 16 new titles will be available August 1st! Any predictions as to which ones they might be? Here's a preview in the meantime!
Just in case you're looking for some extra super cool resources for your summer reading programs!
No matter if you enjoy taking or just watching images of space, NASA has a treat for you. They have made their entire collection of images, sounds, and video available and publicly searchable online. It’s
Mini library adventures that will never go out of style! Check it out!
It takes a village, the saying goes, to raise a child. Embedded within this age-old nugget of wisdom is the assertion that parenting is, at least in part, a public affair. From streets to parks, children learn so much from interacting with public spaces, both in terms of learning about their physica...
Press Release -- Minneapolis-based publisher Bearport announced Jennifer Jenson as their president today. Prior to Bearport, Jen served as Vice President at Gareth Stevens Publishing and played an instrumental role in developing the title list and managing their sales team.
We are so excited to have Jen on the team!!
https://bit.ly/2IRePTg
Any of these books take you back in time?
https://www.washingtonpost.com/graphics/2019/entertainment/books/100-books-for-the-ages/?fbclid=IwAR0tnQlZDTQKkmJtp9tZvmi040nGHSshoYSvMMp-EHThspeZaA-gvHsD_fE&noredirect=on&utm_term=.6db0425959c6
Sometimes books come into our lives just when we need them. Here’s what to read and when.
Check out this review of Bugged Out! The World's Most Dangerous Bugs from School Library Journal! "Visuals effectively support the horrific nature of the topic, mixing close-up bug photos and images of afflicted humans, a few of which are especially alarming." Now if that doesn't sound enticing, I don't know what does! Read full review here: https://bearportpublishing.com/reviews/1028
Did you know that Bearport moved to Minnesota?! In case you were wondering about we Minnesotan's have been up to, here's the list of new state fair foods coming out this year. Which one would you like to try?https://www.mnstatefair.org/new-this-year/food/
Italian-inspired warm flatbread sandwich with ham, salami, melted mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, fresh basil and creamy balsamic vinaigrette dressing.
Spotlight On: Writing Nonfiction | An Author Q&A with Meish Goldish
Visit Bearport at TLA for a Chance to Win Free Books! #txla19
"Using simplicity and consistent text patterns, this book is an effective tool for teaching early literacy skills." --Booklist review of AT HOME, part of Bearport’s I Spy series. #kidlit #earlyliteracy
Read the complete review @ https://bearportpublishing.com/reviews/1024.
“Every student should have access to the library and the opportunity to go there,” says Dodes. “It’s all about creating a space where students can read, explore information and work with each other.”
“Every student should have access to the library and the opportunity to go there,” says says Michael Dodes, a school librarian who now works as a library operations and instructional coordinator in the DOE’s Office of Library Services. “It’s all about creating a space where students can re...
"Incorporating a large font, short sentences, plentiful color photographs, and text boxes into two-page topical spreads makes the book approachable for beginning readers." --Booklist, April 2019 Issue
Read the complete review @ https://bearportpublishing.com/reviews/1025.
It’s National Library Week! To celebrate the joy of reading, we want you to show us your libraries! Share a picture of your favorite book displays or bulletin boards. Simply comment with a library photo and you'll be entered for a chance to WIN 10 Bearport Books! #kidlit #NationalLibraryWeek
Details:
1. Follow Bearport Publishing on Facebook
2. Post a photo from your library in the comments.
***One winner will be chosen at random on Monday, April 15th. The winner will receive a voucher to select 10 free books--of their own choosing from Bearport's catalog of over 1,000 titles! Winner must be a teacher, librarian, or media specialist. Only available to US residents. Good luck!
🌟Booklist Starred Review🌟of BECOMING AN ASTRONAUT from the Space-ology series
"...focuses on the day-to-day realities of training to be an astronaut, with a big emphasis on the amount of preparation and practice involved, including living in an ISS simulator, learning Russian, and spending days at a time in a cave to learn how to live and work in a pitch black environment. Kids already fascinated by space travel will likely be delighted by these insider details, which shed light on multifaceted work of astronauts. "
Read the complete review @ https://bearportpublishing.com/reviews/1023
Are you looking for teaching ideas to build a socially and emotionally strong classroom with books?
https://www.slj.com/?detailStory=How-to-read-mindfully-7-strategies-for-elementary-age-kids
#SchoolLibraryJournal
"Without the library, I would have been lost."--Jesmyn Ward
Thank you to ALL the amazing school librarians out there! We appreciate everything you do to educate and support our youth EVERYDAY. #SchoolLibrarianDay
SAVE on Space Titles for Summer Reading 2019 #auniverseofstories #stem #space #nonfiction
Some interesting ideas about how to motivate middle school students to read more...
https://www.middleweb.com/39984/motivating-middle-school-students-to-read-more/
After many discussions and short student surveys, 7th grade teacher Jeremy Hyler has drawn some conclusions about ways to encourage middle schoolers to read.
Incredible news! Our series, SLIME-INATORS & OTHER SLIPPERY TRICKSTERS, has been selected by Booklist as a Top 10 Series Nonfiction set. Check out the series at https://bearportpublishing.com/shop/show/12397. #stem #nonfiction
"Bright colored and packed with Nepal’s variety, this short book gives a great first glimpse into the mountainous country.” --Bookworm for Kids Review of NEPAL.
Read the complete review @ https://bearportpublishing.com/reviews/1022 . #kidlit #countries #nonfiction
Check out some books on diverse cultures! TAIWAN from our best-selling Countries We Come From series is showcased on The Children's Book Council https://www.cbcbooks.org/cbc-book-lists/around-the-world. #AroundtheWorld! #CBCShowcase #kidlit
“The fascinating world of dinosaurs and their eggs is brought to life and explained in a way appropriate for young dino enthusiasts.” --Bookworm for Kids Review of DINOSAURS HATCHED!
Read the complete review @ https://bearportpublishing.com/reviews/1021. #kidlit #nonfiction #dinosaurs
Happy First Day of Spring! Young readers can learn to recognize signs of the new season with HOW DO YOU KNOW IT’S SPRING! Check out more @ http://bearportpublishing.com/shop/show/10702 . #kidlit #STEM #spring
Journey into Space with Space-ology! #stem #auniverseofstories #space #kidlit #nonfiction
Best-Selling Country Books, Now Available in Spanish! #kidlit #nonfiction #Spanish
“The future of our world is only as bright as the future of our girls.” -Michelle Obama
Today we recognize and celebrate women around the world. Happy International Women’s Day! #InternationalWomensDay #kidlit
"Bug fans and biology aces are going to be thrilled by these pages and gain a little more respect for a very tiny insect." --Bookworm for Kids Blog Review of MURDEROUS MOSQUITOES from our Bugged Out! The World's Most Dangerous Bugs series.
Read the complete review @ https://bearportpublishing.com/shop/show/12446 . #kidlit #nonfiction #stem #diseases
Celebrate Women's History Month with Free eBooks! Use this link to access inspiring biographies about Simone Biles, Bethany Hamilton, Lady Gaga, and Beyoncé: https://bit.ly/2UkokxE. You will have access to these amazing books all month long! #WomensHistoryMonth #kidlit #nonfiction
Tomorrow is Read Across America Day, but why not get started right now? Pick up a book and celebrate! We know we’ll be reading all weekend! #ReadAcrossAmericaDay2019 #ReadAcrossAmerica #kidlit
45 W 21st St, Ste 3B
New York, NY
10010
Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Bearport Publishing posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.
Send a message to Bearport Publishing:
Hey there folks! Did you know it's National Respect Day?! Today is the perfect time to reflect on times when you've felt especially respected and when you've made it a point to be respectful of or to others, celebrating the power of respect!
Carrie Underwood is this year’s Female Vocalist of the Year! 🏆Learn about her rise to superstardom in CARRIE UNDERWOOD, from our Amazing Americans: Country Music Stars series. Read an excerpt @ bearportpublishing.com/excerpts/12771… #biography #CarrieUnderwood #CMAawards2018 #kidlit #nonfiction
What’s the weather outside? It’s the first snow of the season here in NYC! Young readers can read all about snowy weather with our new book, A SNOWY DAY. Check it out @ https://bearportpublishing.com/shop/show/12358. #kidlit #snow #earlyliteracy #nonfiction #nonfictionbooks #mustread
Ready, set, SLIME! Learn to make slime with Bearport Publishing! Each title from our Slime-inators & Other Slippery Tricksters series comes with a science lab demonstrating how to make slime, and we’ve been hard at work testing them out. Watch this video tutorial and get ready for icky, gooey fun! #stem #steam #slime #makeslime
Tall buildings, shimmering lights, dark alleyways . . . and ghosts? Get ready for more expertly crafted, spine-tingling stories for beginning readers! Explore every spooky corner of New York, Chicago, London, and other big cities around the world. This new series features controlled, narrative nonfiction text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The colorful design and spooky art in each 24-page book will transfix emergent readers. #scary #spooky #haunted #hauntedplaces #booktrailer Pictures: Chicago Skyline by romanboed Big Ben and Phone Box by Juergen Rosskamp Lincoln Memorial by Tim Samoff Songs: "Bump in the Night" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Malicious" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Starlight Runner Entertainment
19 W 21st StStrange Cranium Productions, Inc.
37 W 20th St