Lerner Publishing Group Introduces Cloverleaf Books™ and Searchlight Books™— Incredible New Brands for Elementary Readers!

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lerner Publishing Group is thrilled to announce Cloverleaf Books™ and Searchlight Books™—two all-new brands, developed with elementary students in mind.

“The picture book format of Cloverleaf Books will engage early elementary readers who are new to nonfiction, and Searchlight Books will impress upper elementary teachers with their hands-on approach to science curriculum.”

Designed for grades K-2, Cloverleaf Books contain bright, eye-catching art and picture book designs to capture young readers’ attention. The playful, imaginative texts read like fiction but deliver core information, and a kid-friendly approach make key concepts more accessible while supporting curriculum standards. The charming, story-like format will entice kids to read each book again and again. Cloverleaf Books are perfect for class read-alouds, small group practice, and independent reading, and every book includes an activity (recipe, craft, experiment, etc.) that kids can do on their own or with minimal supervision.

Perfect for grades 3-5, Searchlight Books are simple, straightforward nonfiction texts that build kids’ expository reading skills. Experienced science authors clearly explain nonfiction concepts and provide informational texts, examples and details that build understanding. The full-color photographs and illustrated diagrams included provide additional support for content knowledge, and chapter-opening photo captions include a question to spur critical thinking and support reading comprehension. Many Searchlight Books include hands-on demonstrations or experiments to clarify key concepts and give readers ways to test their knowledge, while nonfiction book features—including a table of contents, frequent subheads, glossary, and index—make the books easy to use for reports and research. The respectful tone of these texts makes the books ideal for differentiated instruction.

“Our Cloverleaf Books and Searchlight Books brands were developed to support curricular standards and reflect our continued commitment to produce high-quality books for the school and library market,” explained Adam Lerner, president and publisher, Lerner Publishing Group. “The picture book format of Cloverleaf Books will engage early elementary readers who are new to nonfiction, and Searchlight Books will impress upper elementary teachers with their hands-on approach to science curriculum.”

About Cloverleaf Books™
Cloverleaf Books will spark imaginations with bright, playful illustrated books that are a thoroughly kid-friendly introduction to the world of nonfiction! The first two series include:
Fall’s Here! (6 titles)
Planet Protectors (7 titles)

PUBLICATION DATE:
September 2011
$23.93 Reinforced Library Binding
$17.95 eBook
$39.95 Interactive Book (available for Planet Protectors only)
Interest Level: Grades K-2
24 Pages
9 ¾ x 9 ¾

About Searchlight Books™
With hands-on experiments, exciting photographs, and straightforward texts, Searchlight Books support elementary readers in their quest for knowledge and turn questions into answers. The first three series include:
How Do Simple Machines Work? (6 titles)
How Does Energy Work? (6 titles)
What’s Amazing about Space? (6 titles)

PUBLICATION DATE:
August 2011
$27.93 Reinforced Library Binding
$20.95 eBook
$39.95 Interactive Book (available for How Does Energy Work? and How Do Simple Machines Work? only)
Interest Level: Grades 3-5
40 Pages
7 x 9

About the Publisher
Founded in 1959, Lerner Publishing Group is one of the nation’s largest independent children’s book publishers and currently has thirteen imprints and divisions: Lerner Publications, Millbrook Press, Carolrhoda Books, Twenty-First Century Books, Graphic Universe™, Darby Creek, Kar-Ben Publishing, Carolrhoda Lab™, LernerClassroom, ediciones Lerner, First Avenue Editions, Lerner Digital™, and Lerner Publisher Services. For further information, visit Lerner Publishing Group’s website at www.lernerbooks.com.

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