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Cooking the Polish Way

From the Series Easy Menu Ethnic Cookbooks 2nd Edition

Over the years, the hearty flavors and rich textures of Polish cooking have been influenced by a strong farming tradition, available food resources, and contact with other cultures. With… Read More →

  • ATOS: 7.0
  • Dewey: 641.59438
  • Copyright: 2002

Cooking the Thai Way

From the Series Easy Menu Ethnic Cookbooks 2nd Edition

Most Thai consider food to be an art form, and the dishes they prepare are spicy and rich with a characteristic sweet/sour/salty taste that makes their cuisine unique. With flavors ranging… Read More →

  • ATOS: 6.8
  • Dewey: 641.59593
  • Copyright: 2003

Cooking the Vietnamese Way

From the Series Easy Menu Ethnic Cookbooks 2nd Edition

Vietnam's warm climate allows for an abundance of rice, fresh fruits, and vegetables that are the mainstays of Vietnamese meals. Its seas yield the fish that produce the fish sauce that is a… Read More →

  • ATOS: 7.3
  • Dewey: 641.59597
  • Copyright: 2002

I Pledge Allegiance, 2nd Edition

From the Series On My Own History

In this inspiring and relevant book, discover how "The Pledge of Allegiance" has become one of the enduring symbols of America's pride. In 1888, a children's magazine announced that a new… Read More →

  • ATOS: 4.9
  • Dewey: 323.6'5'0973
  • Copyright: 2002
Cover: Ladybugs: Red, Fiery, and Bright
Starred Review & Award Count 2

Ladybugs: Red, Fiery, and Bright

Enter the magical realm of ladybugs to see how they grow into bright flying beetles with vivid red coats and shiny black spots. From Mia Posada, the author/illustrator of the acclaimed… Read More →

  • Lexile: 560
  • ATOS: 4.1
  • Dewey: 595.76'9
  • Copyright: 2002
Cover: Rescue on the Outer Banks
Starred Review & Award Count 2

Rescue on the Outer Banks

From the Series On My Own History

On October 11, 1896, 10-year-old Sam Deal and his horse, Ginger, watch as the brave surfmen of Pea Island struggle to save the lives of nine people stranded on a shipwreck. Sam has dreamt of… Read More →

  • Lexile: 540
  • ATOS: 3.5
  • Dewey: [E]
  • Copyright: 2002

Saving Money

From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Money

Presents the concept of saving money and items for which a young child might save, such as gum, a book, or even a car. Read More →

  • Dewey: 332.024'01
  • Copyright: 2002
Cover: The Daring Escape of Ellen Craft
Starred Review & Award Count 3

The Daring Escape of Ellen Craft

From the Series On My Own History

On December 21, 1848, Ellen Craft and her husband, William, slipped out into the cold, dark night and took their first steps towards freedom. They were runaway slaves. Posing as a white man… Read More →

  • Lexile: 570
  • ATOS: 3.2
  • Dewey: 306.3'62'092273
  • Copyright: 2002

Vegetarian Cooking around the World

From the Series Easy Menu Ethnic Cookbooks 2nd Edition

With savory vegetarian recipes from around the world, this versatile cookbook provides a wealth of dishes that are exciting, easy-to-prepare, and delicious. Take a taste-filled trip to… Read More →

  • ATOS: 7.2
  • Dewey: 641.5'636
  • Copyright: 2002

A Cloudy Day

From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Weather

This book summarizes the signs and effects of a cloudy day. It also provides activities for children on a cloudy day. Read More →

  • Dewey: 551.57'6
  • Copyright: 2002

A Harbor Seal Pup Grows Up

From the Series Baby Animals

What happens when a harbor seal pup is abandoned like Sidney was? She was on the verge of starvation when some helpful humans stepped in to make sure she would live to become a healthy, happy Read More →

  • ATOS: 2.0
  • Dewey: 599.79'23
  • Copyright: 2002

A Rainy Day

From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Weather

This book provides activities for a rainy day, and summarizes the signs and effects of rain. Read More →

  • Dewey: 551.57'7
  • Copyright: 2002

A Snowy Day

From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Weather

This book provides activities for a snowy day, and summarizes the signs and effects of snow. Read More →

  • Dewey: 551.57'84
  • Copyright: 2002

A Sunny Day

From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Weather

This book summarizes the signs and effects of a sunny day, as well as activities. Read More →

  • Lexile: 430
  • Dewey: 551.5'271
  • Copyright: 2002

A Tiger Cub Grows Up

From the Series Baby Animals

Tara is a tiger cub. What is it like to grow up in a wild animal park? If you look closely, you will discover how Tara grows from a tiny newborn cub to a pouncing, full-grown tiger there.… Read More →

  • ATOS: 1.8
  • Dewey: 599.756
  • Copyright: 2002

A Windy Day

From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Weather

This book summarizes the signs and effects of a windy day. Read More →

  • Dewey: 551.51'8
  • Copyright: 2002

Alexander Graham Bell

From the Series On My Own Biography

Growing up, Alexander Graham Bell was fascinated with music, speech, and sounds. He worked hard to invent things that would not only help those with impaired hearing, but also bring people… Read More →

  • Lexile: 580
  • ATOS: 3.4
  • Dewey: 621.385'092
  • Copyright: 2001

Cooking the East African Way

From the Series Easy Menu Ethnic Cookbooks 2nd Edition

Featuring the cooking of several East African countries--Ethiopia, Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania--discover the significance of the two main meals eaten daily in each of these countries. Read More →

  • ATOS: 6.7
  • Dewey: 641.59676
  • Copyright: 2002

Cooking the Italian Way

From the Series Easy Menu Ethnic Cookbooks 2nd Edition

Before modern transportation methods, the people of Italy were isolated into regions that each developed its own customs--especially when it came to cooking. For this reason, Italians have… Read More →

  • ATOS: 6.9
  • Dewey: 641.5945
  • Copyright: 2002

Cooking the Japanese Way

From the Series Easy Menu Ethnic Cookbooks 2nd Edition

Employing only the freshest foods, Japanese cooks strive to show their deep respect for nature. By using principles of freshness, simplicity, and beauty, Japanese cooks prepare and serve food Read More →

  • ATOS: 7.0
  • Dewey: 641.5952
  • Copyright: 2002

Cooking the Mexican Way

From the Series Easy Menu Ethnic Cookbooks 2nd Edition

Mexico is a large, rich, and culturally diverse country. Over the years, a combination of ancient native foods combined with European customs to produce the authentic, delicious dishes that… Read More →

  • ATOS: 7.0
  • Dewey: 641.5'972
  • Copyright: 2002

Cooking the Spanish Way

From the Series Easy Menu Ethnic Cookbooks 2nd Edition

Isolation, landscape, climate, and availability of ingredients all contributed to the development of the many distinctive styles of cooking in Spain. To use the freshest possible ingredients, Read More →

  • ATOS: 6.8
  • Dewey: 641.5946
  • Copyright: 2002

Cooking the West African Way

From the Series Easy Menu Ethnic Cookbooks 2nd Edition

Focusing on the cuisine of several West African countries--including Nigeria, Cote D'Ivoire, Sierra Leone, and Ghana--this book describes why most meals cooked in West Africa are either soups Read More →

  • ATOS: 6.5
  • Dewey: 641.5966
  • Copyright: 2002

Daniel Boone

From the Series On My Own Biography

Daniel Boone loved to explore and hunt in the wilderness. As a boy, he learned the ways of the woods from Indians and hunters. Then Daniel heard of a place called Kentucky and he decided to… Read More →

  • Lexile: 620
  • ATOS: 3.9
  • Dewey: 976.9'02'092
  • Copyright: 2002