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Scholastic News Nonfiction Readers Books

In order from Christopher Columbus to We Are Alike, We Are Different.

The Scholastic News Nonfiction Readers series is a set of 8 chapter books by Melanie Chrismer, published between 2005 and 2009. Written for ages 6–7, most books run about 25 pages.

Christopher Columbus
The Sun
Saturn
Neptune
Venus
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Christopher Columbus
Book #1 · Picture Book · 2005

Christopher Columbus

An explorer's daring voyage leads to a groundbreaking discovery.

274 words
Paperback
Summary: Driven by ambition and curiosity, a Genoan explorer embarks on a perilous journey across the Atlantic. As he navigates uncharted waters, he stumbles upon a new world, forever altering the course of history. What secrets and challenges await in this newfound land?
The complete set

Scholastic News Nonfiction Readers Series

8 books · Published 2005–2009

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$2000

The Sun

Chapter Book · Ages 6–7 · 2005

Discover the Sun's secrets and its cosmic role.

Saturn

Picture Book · 2005

Discover the mysteries of Saturn, the sixth planet from the Sun.

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$2000

Neptune

Chapter Book · Ages 6–7 · 2005

Explore Neptune's mysteries and its cosmic dance with Earth.

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$2000

Venus

Chapter Book · Ages 6–7 · 2007

Explore Venus and its mysteries compared to Earth.

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$2200

Pluto: Dwarf Planet

Chapter Book · Ages 6–7 · 2007

Explore Pluto's mysteries and its place in our solar system.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Scholastic News Nonfiction Readers series?

There are 8 books in the Scholastic News Nonfiction Readers series. It began with Christopher Columbus in 2005, and the newest book, We Are Alike, We Are Different, was published in 2009.

What ages are the Scholastic News Nonfiction Readers books best for?

The series is best for ages 6–7, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

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