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Small Wonders: Jean-Henri Fabre and His World of Insects - Hardcover

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by Matthew Clark Smith (Author), Giuliano Ferri (Illustrator)A moth with a sixth sense. A wasp that hunts beetles nearly twice its size. The lives of fascinating creatures such as these were unknown until one man introduced them to the world.Meet Jean-Henri Fabre, one of the most important naturalists of all time. As a boy in the French countryside, Henri spent hours watching insects. He dreamed of observing them in a new way: in their own habitats. What he discovered in pursuing that dream w...

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by Lisa Bullard (Author), Renée Kurilla (Illustrator)Different can be great Makayla is visiting friends in her neighborhood. She sees how each family is different. Some families have lots of children, but others have none. Some friends live with grandparents or have two dads or have parents who are divorced. How is her own family like the others? What makes each one great? This diverse cast allows readers to compare and contrast families in multiple ways. Number of Pages: 24 Dimensions: 0.1 ...

Stephen Biesty's Cross-Sections Castle - Hardcover

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by Stephen Biesty (Illustrator), Richard Platt (Author)History comes alive in this incredible children's illustrated book about castles. Slicing through different areas of a medieval fortress, extraordinary views reveal the people busy inside, preparing for battle as an enemy army approaches. Packed with facts, you'll find out what it takes to build a massive 14th-century castle, dress a knight in armor, or prepare a feast fit for a king or queen. From the drawbridge to the dungeon, Cross-Sec...

Stephen Biesty's Incredible Cross-Sections - Hardcover

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by Stephen Biesty (Author)This children's book explores the innermost workings of some extraordinary buildings and machines. From helicopters to submarines, skyscrapers to coal mines, open up a fascinating world packed with unique and detailed cutaway drawings. Whether it's a Spanish galleon or a medieval castle, each cross-section slice or exploded view reveals what's going on inside. See the people swarming inside the Empire State Building, the workers busy backstage at the opera house, and...

Picturepedia, Second Edition: An Encyclopedia on Every Page - Hardcover

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by DK (Author), Smithsonian Institution (Contribution by)Discover everything you could ever know about science and technology, nature, geography, culture, sports and hobbies, and history in this vibrant visual encyclopedia for children! Did you know that more than half of the human body's weight is water, and that a koi carp can live for more than 200 years? Or how about there being more than 20,000 islands in the Pacific Ocean, or that Turkey eats the most bread, with each person getting thr...

At the Beach (National Geographic Kids Readers, Pre-Reader) - Paperback

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by Shira Evans (Author)Take a stroll along the beach. What do you see? Young readers will learn all about the beach and the animals that call it home in this fun pre-reader. Through text features such as the vocabulary tree and the wrap-up activity, kids will be introduced to new words and concepts -- helping them expand their understanding of the world.Author BiographySHIRA EVANS has taught English abroad and has written and edited a wide variety of materials for K-12, including books, teach...

Sacagawea (National Geographic Kids Readers, Level 3) - Paperback

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by Kitson Jazynka (Author)Explore one of the most recognized figures in American history with this biography of Sacagawea. Kids will learn about her crucial role in the Lewis and Clark expedition and her influential legacy. The level 3 text provides accessible, yet wide-ranging, information for independent readers.Author BiographyKITSON JAZYNKA is an award-winning freelance writer and children's author. Her work appears regularly in National Geographic Kids, American Girl, and Young Rider mag...

Robots (National Geographic Kids Readers, Level 3) - Paperback

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by Melissa Stewart (Author)Discover the coolest robots of today and tomorrow in this colorful, photo-packed book. In this inviting and entertaining format, kids will learn about the science behind these amazing machines. This Level 3 reader is written in an easy-to-grasp style to encourage the scientists of tomorrow! National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources.Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.Author BiographyAMY SHIELDS lives in a little ho...

Puzzle Power Kindergarten Jumbo Workbook - Paperback

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by Scholastic (Author)Build skills while having fun! With more than 300 delightful puzzle pages targeting key skills such as visual literacy, vocabulary, logic, and problem-solving children have ample practice to master the skills they need to be successful learners. A mix of activities including hidden pictures, word searches, mazes, and more makes skill building a breeze and keeps children engaged. Stickers and a completion certificate are a reward for a job well done.Author BiographySchola...

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by Dianna Hutts Aston (Author), Sylvia Long (Illustrator)From the creators of the award-winning An Egg Is Quiet, A Seed Is Sleepy, and A Rock Is Lively comes the latest book in this bestselling series! The newest entry in the bestselling Nature Books series by Dianna Hutts Aston and Sylvia Long, A Shell Is Cozy takes a gorgeous look at the fascinating world of shells. From land snails to sea scallops, giant clams to tiny dwarf shells, an incredible array of shells are showcased in all their ...

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by Various (Author), Various (Illustrator)DEVELOPMENT: Let's Draw Animals Trade Book (Hardcover) Number of Pages: 32 Dimensions: 0.7 x 12.1 x 12 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: April 15, 2023

National Geographic Kids Puzzle Book of the Ocean - Paperback

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by National Geographic Kids (Author)Indulge in hours of interactive, do-it-yourself fun with tons of crosswords, sudoku, word searches, and other brain-tickling games in this unique full-color, photo- and fun-fact-filled puzzle book all about the ocean! Dive into pages full of fun facts and vibrant photos of fish, dolphins, sea turtles, and all sorts of ocean animals, and test your puzzle chops while you're at it! Inside this boredom-busting puzzle book, you'll also find mazes, quizzes, word ...

Who Is in the Garden? Board Book - Board Book

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by Simon Abbott (Author), Simon Abbot (Illustrator) Number of Pages: 20 Dimensions: 1 x 5.9 x 6.4 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: May 17, 2022

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by Maria Kernahan (Author), Michael Schafbuch (Illustrator)With vivid, design-centric illustrations that and short whimsical rhymes, B Is for Boston shows off the iconic people, places, food and music of Boston. From the New England Aquarium to the Zakim Bridge, this alphabetical tour of the city includes stops at the Old North Church, Boston Harbor, The New England Aquarium and the Public Gardens. Boston sports fans won't be disappointed either with a stop at the Green Monster of Fenway Park...

Autumn: A Collection of Poems, Songs, and Stories for Young Children - Paperback

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by Wynstones Press (Author), Jennifer Aulie (Introduction by)Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter contain a wide variety of poems, songs, and stories of the seasons and many contributions for festivals. The volume titled Spindrift contains material for use throughout the year, including more than forty stories, many different cultures around the world. And Gateways contains sections on morning, evening, birthdays, and fairy tales.Based on work in Waldorf kindergartens, these books provide inval...

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by Behrman House (Author)Authentic and moving retellings of the great Bible stories highlight their timeless moral and spiritual truths, and apply them to the personal concerns of today's children. The classic narratives come to life for young children in simple words, refined by both ancient and modern Jewish scholarship.Each story is accompanied by: Peshat - "What does it mean?"Drash - "What does it teach?"Remez - "A Lesson about Torah"Colorful illustrations that depict the Biblical worldEa...

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by Patricia A. Pingry (Author)This little board book gently introduces young children to the meaning of Christmas, using only about 200 words. From the Annunciation by the angel, to the birth of Jesus, to the appearance of the angels to the shepherds, the events of the first Christmas are explained in simple words and illustrated with bright, colorful artwork. This book, here in a fresh size and updated design, is a new edition of an enduring Christmastime classic. Ages 2-5.Author BiographyPa...

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by Shelley Rotner (Author), Shelley Rotner (Photographer)You can read a book, but did you know that you can also read a face? A face can tell you what someone is feeling. In this expressive photo-essay, simple text and photographs introduce basic emotions - happy, grumpy, thoughtful, and more - and how people show them. Whether shared with a group, parents, or a counselor-individually or in a class-this title provides the tools to facilitate discussion about children and their feelings."--Sch...

You're God's Girl!: A Devotional for Tweens - Paperback

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by Wynter Pitts (Author)Discover the True You Who is the real you? You might be surprised to find out it's not who others say you are and it's not even who you might think you are. Only God knows and He wants to show you Daily devotions written directly to your heart will help you discover God's truth--who He made you to be, how unique and special you are, and how you fit into your world. There's nothing more gorgeous than walking hand in hand with God, modeling kindness, obedience, and ...

Lifetimes: The Beautiful Way to Explain Death to Children - Paperback

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by Bryan Mellonie (Author), Robert Ingpen (Illustrator)When the death of a relative, a friend, or a pet happens or is about to happen . . . how can we help a child to understand? Lifetimes is a moving book for children of all ages, even parents too. It lets us explain life and death in a sensitive, caring, beautiful way. Lifetimes tells us about beginnings. And about endings. And about living in between. With large, wonderful illustrations, it tells about plants. About animals. About people....

Winter Bees & Other Poems of the Cold - Hardcover

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by Joyce Sidman (Author), Rick Allen (Illustrator)In this outstanding picture book collection of poems by Newbery Honor-winning poet, Joyce Sidman (Song of the Water Boatman, Dark Emperor and Other Poems of the Night), discover how animals stay alive in the wintertime and learn about their secret lives happening under the snow. Paired with stunning linoleum print illustrations by Rick Allen, that celebrate nature's beauty and power. Author BiographyThe Newbery Honor Award winner Joyce Sidman...

A is for Audra: Broadway's Leading Ladies from A to Z - Hardcover

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by John Robert Allman (Author), Peter Emmerich (Illustrator)"It's an incredible honor to be included in this amazing book of the greatest talent the Broadway stage has ever known!"--AUDRA McDONALD, six-time Tony Award-winning actress From Audra McDonald to Liza with a "Z," here is a showstopping alphabet book featuring your favorite leading ladies of the Broadway stage! Step into the spotlight and celebrate a cavalcade of Broadway's legendary ladies. Start with "A" for six-time Tony Award win...

War, Peace, and All That Jazz Middle/High School Teaching Guide, a History of Us - Paperback

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by Chip Brady (Author), Phil Roden (Author), Deborah Parks (Author)Developed to complement the Middle/High School teaching guide, this student study guide was created as reproducible support for extension and self-directed study of A History of US: War, Peace, and all the Jazz . Every chapter is covered by a lesson, which includes activities to reinforce the following areas: access, vocabulary, map skills, comprehension, critical thinking, working with primary sources and further writing. The...

Recontructing America Middle/High School Teaching Guide, a History of Us: Teaching Guide Pairs with a History of Us: Book Seven - Paperback

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by Hakim (Author)The teaching guides developed for Middle/High schools were created to support 8th grade American history content standards and learning frameworks. They present concise menus of ideas for teachers working with developing critical thinkers. Where the Elementary level teaching guides focus on comprehension, the Middle/High School level teaching guides emphasize critical thinking and drawing connections. The core of each chapter lesson is a Connect-Understand-Check Understanding...

Puppies, Dogs, and Blue Northers: Reflections on Being Raised by a Pack of Sled Dogs - Paperback

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by Gary Paulsen (Author)An experienced Iditarod racer, Gary Paulsen celebrates his lead dog and longtime companion, Cookie, in this intimate essay. Paulsen takes readers inside the kennel as Cookie's last litter of pups grow and learn to pull sleds across the snowy frontier. Includes an author's note.Back JacketCookie usually had puppies easily, but they were always so wonderful and special that I worried excessively each time. Considering that she had five litters of never less than eight pu...

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by J. R. R. Tolkien (Author), Pauline Baynes (Illustrator)Bilbo's Last Song is considered by many to be Tolkien's epilogue to his classic work The Lord of the Rings. As Bilbo Baggins takes his final voyage to the Undying Lands, he must say goodbye to Middle-earth. Poignant and lyrical, the song is both a longing to set forth on his ultimate journey and a tender farewell to friends left behind. Pauline Baynes's jewel-like illustrations lushly depict both this final voyage and scenes from The H...

The Beginner's Bible My First Book of Prayers - Board Book

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by The Beginner's Bible (Author)The Beginner's Bible(R) has been a favorite with young children and their parents since its release in 1989 with over 25 million products sold.The Beginner's Bible My First Book of Prayers helps young children discover that they can talk to God about anything from the beauty of creation to their friendships and emotions. Thankfulness, praise, and requests for God's help are all included.Sixteen sweet prayers, written with the child's daily experiences in mind, ...

Boys Will Be Human: A Get-Real Gut-Check Guide to Becoming the Strongest, Kindest, Bravest Person You Can Be - Hardcover

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by Justin Baldoni (Author)A New York Times bestseller!From filmmaker, actor, and author Justin Baldoni comes a real-talk, self-esteem-building guidebook that helps boys ages 11 and up embrace their feelings and fears instead of repress them. Highly designed and filled with activities, sidebars, and inspirational quotes, this book is the perfect social-emotional learning tool for parents and educators to jump-start conversations about masculinity with the boys in their lives.WARNING: THIS MIGH...

Little Turtle's Book of the Blue - Board Book

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by Yuval Zommer (Author)Little Turtle is on an undersea adventure! Dive and drift with Little Turtle to meet all sorts of fantastic fish and marvelous mammals.Packed with Yuval Zommer's gorgeous illustrations, tons of creatures to spot, and fun words to read out loud, this chunky board book is perfect for any child who loves the sea.Ten kinds of marine life are spotlighted on Little Turtle's ocean journey. This reimagining of the best-selling The Big Book of the Blue for the youngest readers ...

Dictionary of Dinosaurs: An Illustrated A to Z of Every Dinosaur Ever Discovered - Discover Over 300 Dinosaurs! - Paperback

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by Natural History Museum (Author), Dieter Braun (Illustrator)Find out about every dinosaur that's ever been discovered in this Dictionary of Dinosaurs! From aardonyx to zuniceratops, read about where they lived, what they ate, and much more. Featuring firm favorites such as the T-rex, ankylosaurus, and triceratops, as well as lesser-known beasts like the baryonyx, rugops, and shanag, there's no dino left behind in this A-Z. Each entry includes a fact file, scale diagram, Latin name, and pro...

Lionel Messi a Little Golden Book Biography - Hardcover

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by Roberta Ludlow (Author), Nomar Perez (Illustrator)Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about Argentine professional footballer Lionel Messi! Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers--as well as fans of all ages! Lionel Messi is widely regarded as one of the greatest soccer players of all time! This Little Golden Book Biography about the record-smashing star forward for Argentina, FC Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germ...

Wild Sea Creatures: Sharks, Whales and Dolphins! (Wild Kratts) - Paperback

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by Chris Kratt (Author), Martin Kratt (Author)PBS's successful animated show Wild Kratts joins the adventures of zoologists Chris and Martin Kratt as they travel to animal habitats around the globe. Along the way, they encounter incredible creatures while combining science education and fun. Boys and girls ages 4 to 6 will dive into this Step 2 Reader with the Kratt brothers as they activate their Creature Power Suits to swim with sharks, whales, and other wild sea creatures Step 2 Readers u...