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Cover: What DO Teachers Do (after YOU Leave School)?

What DO Teachers Do (after YOU Leave School)?

“The brightly colored bold illustrations convey the chaotic atmosphere as the teachers run amok. Each time readers look at the pictures, they will find a new detail and probably a new laugh. This is a comical story that will make a fun read-aloud, and bring to life activities… View →

 
Cover: Woolly Mammoths

Woolly Mammoths

“On My Own Science is an accessible, informative series for middle and upper elementary students. . . this series would be a beneficial addtion to most school libraries. . .” —Library Media Connection View →

 
Cover: Shipwreck Search: Discovery of the H. L. Hunley

Shipwreck Search: Discovery of the H. L. Hunley

“On My Own Science is an accessible, informative series for middle and upper elementary students. . . this series would be a beneficial addtion to most school libraries. . .” —Library Media Connection View →

 
Cover: Janusz Korczak's Children

Janusz Korczak's Children

“This story is a poignant one, written in a way that will lead young children through the difficult issues.” —Library Media Connection View →

 
Cover: The Boy from Seville

The Boy from Seville

“. . .an effective avenue to increase awareness of the Spanish Inquisitions of 1492 to 1834.” —Library Media Connection View →

 
Cover: Nathan of Yesteryear and Michael of Today

Nathan of Yesteryear and Michael of Today

“This is an excellent way to get young readers thinking about their community, its history, and its future.” —Library Media Connection View →

 
Cover: Pasta, Fried Rice, and Matzoh Balls: Immigrant Cooking in America

Pasta, Fried Rice, and Matzoh Balls: Immigrant Cooking in America

“The background information is simple yet detailed enough to provide a start toward more in-depth research.” —Library Media Connection View →

 
Cover: Written Anything Good Lately?

Written Anything Good Lately?

“Truly makes writing look like fun!” —Library Media Connection View →

 
Cover: Brilliant Bees

Brilliant Bees

“The youngest naturalist will love the detailed and highly accurate illustrations of bees. Preschool listeners will enjoy the soft narrative . . . Older listeners will enjoy the answers to more technical questions. . . Children encounter bees regularly, mostly learning to avoid… View →

 
Cover: Shake It, Morena!: And Other Folklore from Puerto Rico

Shake It, Morena!: And Other Folklore from Puerto Rico

“Here the reader learns games, songs, stories, and other folklore from Puerto Rico. The book takes its readers through a series of activities from sunrise to sunset. The author includes a diversity of curriculum related activities so a teacher can use the book as a teaching… View →

 
Cover: Star-Spangled Crafts

Star-Spangled Crafts

“Teachers, parents, scout leaders, and camp counselors will find a variety of crafts for the times when only the red, white, and blue will do. Recommended.” —Library Media Connection View →

 
Cover: King Arthur: Excalibur Unsheathed [An English Legend]

King Arthur: Excalibur Unsheathed [An English Legend]

“This is a good series to introduce a variety of stories to young readers who are interested in folklore, fairy tales, and mythology.” —Library Media Connection View →

 
Cover: Hercules: The Twelve Labors [A Greek Myth]

Hercules: The Twelve Labors [A Greek Myth]

“This is a good series to introduce a variety of stories to young readers who are interested in folklore, fairy tales, and mythology.” —Library Media Connection View →

 
Cover: Thor & Loki: In the Land of Giants [A Norse Myth]

Thor & Loki: In the Land of Giants [A Norse Myth]

“This is a good series to introduce a variety of stories to young readers who are interested in folklore, fairy tales, and mythology.” —Library Media Connection View →

 
Cover: The Trojan Horse: The Fall of Troy [A Greek Myth]

The Trojan Horse: The Fall of Troy [A Greek Myth]

“This is a good series to introduce a variety of stories to young readers who are interested in folklore, fairy tales, and mythology.” —Library Media Connection View →

 
Cover: From Idea to Book

From Idea to Book

“Author/illustrator Nancy Carlson and her recent book It’s Not My Fault (Lerner, 2003) are the unnamed subjects of this overly simplified introduction to the publishing industry. Readers follow the publication path from writing and illustrating to the book’s arrival… View →

 
Cover: Tennis, Anyone?

Tennis, Anyone?

“Tom’s first-person narrative convincingly conveys the reluctance about trying something new. The vivid digital artwork is captivating, imbedded with tennis-themed details.” —Library Media Connection View →

 
Cover: Always an Olivia: A Remarkable Family History

Always an Olivia: A Remarkable Family History

“The story is written in colorful, poetic language that would capture even the youngest readers. The illustrations are realistic and vibrant with bold colors.” —Library Media Connection View →

 
Cover: Nigeria

Nigeria

“This compelling, comprehensive series is a superb supplement to the geography and world cultures curriculum for early grades.” —Library Media Connection View →

 
Cover: Hurricanes

Hurricanes

“With full-page pictures and large print text, this is an excellent beginner’s book about hurricanes.” —Library Media Connection View →

 

“Prosmitsky’s illustrations are light-hearted and add flavor to the story, while author Strom is a well-known artist of klezmer music.” —Library Media Connection View →

 
Cover: Termites: Hardworking Insect Families

Termites: Hardworking Insect Families

“These volumes have color photos of interesting insects and will make good browsing materials or research volumes. . . Everyone from my 18 month old to my 17 year old enjoyed these books.” —Library Media Connection View →

 
Cover: Luna Moths: Masters of Change

Luna Moths: Masters of Change

“These volumes have color photos of interesting insects and will make good browsing materials or research volumes. . . Everyone from my 18 month old to my 17 year old enjoyed these books.” —Library Media Connection View →

 
Cover: Mountains

Mountains

“The photos definitely make clear for a child what specific landforms are; the visual depiction is hard to beat when explaining landforms.” —Library Media Connection View →