Kathleen Connors
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IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
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Perhaps the best-known suffragist in US history, Susan B. Anthony was a great believer in equal rights for all. She grew up in an abolitionist family and carried those teachings throughout her life, advocating for equal labor laws, education, and, of course, women's right to vote. The details of Susan B. Anthony's incredible biography will fascinate readers as they also learn about the time period in which she lived. Historical images will immerse...
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Everyone knows bananas are a fruit but, unlike apples and oranges, they don't grow on trees. Banana plants look like they have a trunk, but it is really densely packed leaves holding up a huge plant and bunches of bananas. Young readers will love learning the truth about banana plants, including that they don't grow from seeds, but a piece of another banana plant. Colorful photographs take kids right to banana farms as this plant grows and produces...
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Learning remorse at wrongdoing is tough, especially for children. However, having a few little words to help show that remorse can really speed the process of making up for saying mean things, not sharing, or being rude. Readers see the many situations in which the words "I'm sorry" should be, used, including scenarios they may, encounter in school or at home. Understandable language helps introduce this important concept and explains how much better...
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The pinecones found on the ground near a pine tree are an important part of the pine tree life cycle. They can hold hundreds of seeds. Like other plants, these seeds need soil, water, and sun. The seeds also need to be planted close to the surface of the soil. Beautiful photographs of full-grown pine trees, seeds sprouting, and seedlings correlate closely with the narrative, aiding beginning readers' comprehension in the fascinating life cycle of...
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There are many kinds of grass, but when most people think of this green plant, they think of the kind found in backyards and parks. Grass is like many other plants with its roots, leaves, and needs of soil, water, and sun. Young readers find out that acres of grass come from the tiniest of seeds. With this knowledge, they'll never look at someone mowing the lawn in the same way again. Full-color photographs closely correlate with the accessible narrative,...
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"Millions of people in the United States are allergic to bee stings-and serious reactions can be life-threatening. Though this sounds scary, preparation can help! Readers of this volume learn what to do if they or a friend are stung by a bee and have a normal reaction, as well as what to look for if an allergic reaction is occurring. Age-appropriate content and language explain what happens when someone has an allergy. The text is accompanied by full-color...
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Carrots are a great snack, even though they're a plant root. These bright root vegetables grow underground for months before they become the sweet, crunchy veggie we put on salads and dip in hummus. Young readers follow along as carrot seeds are planted in soil, watered, and exposed to the sun, and as they grow into orange, yellow, purple, and white veggies. Age-appropriate detail and vocabulary guide readers just beginning to read independently....
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It can be difficult for young people to understand that other kids their age often live vastly different lives than they do. Even when it comes to seemingly simple things, like celebrating holidays, many people do things quite differently. Give your readers a fun trip around the world looking at different celebrations and holidays. They'll see how holidays they're familiar with are celebrated differently than they're used to. Holidays they've never...
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Nothing says summer like an open sunflower turned toward the sun. These familiar flowers are a great example of how flowering plants grow from seeds with some soil, space, sun, and water. Readers will follow this plant's growth through text with closely correlated photographs, including images of a sunflower sprouting, gaining leaves, budding, and opening to the lovely, friendly flower we know. Age-appropriate detail and vocabulary guide readers just...
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Maple trees grow all across North America and many other places in the world. There are many different kinds, but all grow in the same way. Your readers will learn that they start as a seed, sprout, become a sapling, and years later, are a full-grown tree. They will learn about what trees need to stay alive: water, soil, and sun. Beautiful photographs draw readers in with the lovely leaves and characteristics of maple trees, complimenting the age-appropriate...
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For a young student, it might seem like most kids have the same general experience at school, but school is different all around the world. Readers of this charming volume take a look at what school is like for children in many different countries across the globe. From classrooms and homework to uniforms and recess, readers see how different facets of their educational experience differ from those of students living in different places. Eye-catching...
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IL: LG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
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On a road trip through the Midwest, travelers can experience the best of urban and rural living. The bright lights and bustle of Chicago, Illinois, and the beautiful rolling hills of the Great Plains are both something to enjoy. This book introduces readers to the history, culture, and geography of the American Midwest. With vivid images of the many exciting places to visit, it will engage readers with a fun format and descriptive content. Fact boxes...
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"Pets are an important part of the family. Learning that a sibling or friend is allergic to a beloved cat or dog can be difficult. Even though these allergies can be treated, sometimes the solution to pet allergies is simply staying away from pets. In this book, readers learn about how the body reacts when it's allergic to pets in simple, age-appropriate language. Full of relatable photographs of kids interacting with pets and ways to deal with pet...
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"Eggs are in so many foods, particularly packaged foods like pasta, cookies, and crackers. This can make being a kid with an egg allergy particularly hard. But, with a little knowledge and preparation, it's possible to mostly avoid rashes, hives, or nausea that this allergy can cause. In this book, readers learn why people have an egg allergy and how to eat safely when living with it. Written in age-appropriate language, the main content offers helpful...
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"Peanut allergies are the most common food allergy to cause anaphylaxis in children. Right now, there is a blood test and a skin prick test to confirm a peanut allergy, but no cure, though some children grow out of it. The only way to stop a serious reaction from occurring is to stay away from peanuts altogether. Readers learn how serious peanut allergies may be as well as the symptoms one might have. Full-color photographs highlight how food packaging...
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IL: LG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
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The rich culture of the southeastern United States boasts great food, bustling cities, and the top-notch music scenes of Memphis, Nashville, and New Orleans. Historically, the region played a big role in the formation of the nation we know today. Readers will take a trip through full-color photographs and detailed content to learn all about the fascinating places found in the Southeast. Fact boxes highlight cool places to check out on a road trip,...
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"Young children and babies are some of the most common people to show an allergy to wheat-and it's one of the most common allergies in children. The lucky ones outgrow it, but wheat allergies can cause some uncomfortable symptoms in the meantime. In this book, readers are introduced to what causes a wheat allergy, what an allergic reaction might look like, and how to handle that situation if it comes up. Readers also learn the difference between a...
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"Babies under a year old can have an allergy to milk that follows them into childhood. However, most kids don't have severe allergic reactions to milk products and many will eventually outgrow it. In this book, readers learn the signs of a milk allergy and what foods they should avoid if they are allergic to milk. Colorful, relatable photographs complement age-appropriate explanations and science information about an important subject readers will...
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"Real pioneer life was no episode of Little House on the Prairie. There were dust storms, attacks by Native groups, and crops that just wouldn't grow. In fact, many pioneers didn't stay very long on the new frontier because it was so hard! In this fascinating volume, readers learn why Americans headed to the frontier, how they built their homes, what they ate, how they spent their free time, and even what they used for toilet paper and windows! Photographs...
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"Life on a wagon train was tough. Travelers wore through their shoes from so much walking. They left behind belongings along the trail when they could no longer carry them. Many didn't make it to their destination. This book engages readers with a familiar historical time period through surprising facts as was as curriculum-supporting social studies information. Historical images correlate with the main content, aiding in comprehension and providing...