Rebecca Felix
Author
Series
Publisher
Checkerboard Library
Pub. Date
2019.
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm
Language
English
Description
Meet Sally Ride, the first American woman in space! Follow Ride's story as she develops a robotic arm for space shuttles, investigates the Challenger and Columbia disasters, and founds Sally Ride Science. Infographics, historic photos, and a glossary enhance readers' understanding of this topic. Additional features include a table of contents, an index, a timeline and fun facts.
Author
Publisher
Abdo Publishing Company
Pub. Date
2019
Language
English
Description
Budding magicians will love exploring the art of magic with Optical Illusions to Trick the Eye. They will read how famous illusionists fooled their audiences. Then learn how to trick an audience of their own! Kids will follow simple instructions and photos to make squares twist, straight lines wiggle, and more. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Super Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO....
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Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
Introduces readers to the pride movement, from its beginnings at the Stonewall Riots to the LGBTQ rights movement, the first pride parade, the creation of the rainbow flag, and legislation such as the Matthew Shephard Act and the 2015 Supreme Court ruling that legalized same-sex marriage.
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
Readers learn about the #WomensMarch, movement from the campaign for women's suffrage, to legislation safeguarding reproductive rights and protecting them from sexual harassment, to the 2017 and 2018 Women's Marches and the continued fight for gender equality and social justice.
Author
Series
Publisher
Checkerboard Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Meet Carl Sagan, known for his research on extraterrestrial life! Follow Sagan's story as he theorizes on the temperature of Venus's surface, works with NASA to build the Mariner 2, Viking I, and Viking II probes, and creates the popular PBS program Cosmos. Infographics, historic photos, and a glossary enhance readers' understanding of this topic. Additional features include a table of contents, an index, a timeline and fun facts. Aligned to Common...
Author
Series
Publisher
Big Buddy Books
Pub. Date
[2022]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm
Language
English
Description
"This title explores the life and career of Lizzo. Learn about Lizzo's childhood, family, and career, including how she got her start and her rise to fame. Dynamic photos give readers a behind-the-scenes look at this popular singer."--Amazon website.
Author
Publisher
Super Sandcastle, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2021]
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations ; 20 x 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
With this title, young makers will learn how to get inspired, problem-solve, and collaborate with others as they take on four electrical engineering challenges, including building a robot that moves and creating a light that looks like the night sky. Like a real electrical engineer, they ll have to meet demands while staying within limits. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Super Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing,...
Author
Series
Publisher
Checkerboard Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Meet Ellen Ochoa, history's first Hispanic female astronaut! Follow Ochoa's story as she works at NASA's Ames Research Center while attempting to become an astronaut. Her persistence pays off when she is chosen to be astronaut on her third try! Learn about her accomplishments from her space shuttle missions through her retirement as the director of the Johnson Space Center" --
12) Mister Rogers
Author
Publisher
Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Mister Rogers. Readers learn about Mr. Rogers's early life, his beginnings in educational programming with The Children's Corner and his 31 years in Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. Features include a timeline, glossary, fun facts, online resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
13) Maine coons
Author
Publisher
Bellwether Media
Pub. Date
2016.
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations, map (some color) ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to maine coons. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--
14) Persians
Author
Publisher
Bellwether Media
Pub. Date
2016.
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations, map (some color) ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Persians. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--
15) Siamese
Author
Publisher
Bellwether Media, Inc
Pub. Date
[2016]
Physical Desc
24 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Siamese cats. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--
16) Sphynx
Author
Publisher
Bellwether Media
Pub. Date
2016.
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations, map (some color) ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Sphynx cats. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--
17) Meghan Markle
Author
Series
Publisher
Checkerboard Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Meghan Markle. Readers learn about Markle's early life, her beginnings as an actress, her volunteer and advocacy work with the UN and World Vision, and her marriage to Britain's Prince Harry. Features include a timeline, glossary, fun facts, online resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Author
Series
Publisher
Checkerboard Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
Investigate famous excavations and the archaeologists and paleontologists who led them with Excavation Exploration. Through artifacts such as fossils, mummies, and bones, readers will discover how we learn about the past through fossils and burial sites. Full-color photos and infographics bring these amazing ancient discoveries to life! Table of contents, diagram, map, fun facts, a glossary, and an index are included. Aligned to Common Core Standards...
Author
Series
Publisher
Checkerboard Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2017]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
Wire, power, connect, and create with Cool Battery & Electricity Projects! Kids can learn how to wire a working lamp, build a buzzing electric game, and more! Each workshop project includes easy-to-read, step-by-step instructions paired with photographs. Budding craftspeople and engineers will love learning how to use the tools of the trade to make one-of-a-kind creations. --Amazon
Author
Series
Publisher
Checkerboard Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2017]
Physical Desc
32 pages : colour illustrations ; 21 cm..
Language
English
Description
Assemble, build, and put power in motion with Cool Engine & Motor Projects! Create a mini buzzing robot with a battery-powered engine, move a small ship with steam, and more! Each project includes easy-to-read, step-by step instructions paired with photographs. Learn to use tools of the trade to make one-of-a-kind creations! -- Publisher description.
