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Top Books (Juvenile Nonfiction)
2009
| A capitivating and beautifully photographed Scientists in the Field title about a man trying to discover the effects pesticides have on frogs and, in turn, on us.When Tyrone Hayes was growing up in South Carolina, he didn’t worry about pesticides. He just liked to collect frogs. Tyrone’s interest in science led him to Harvard University, and though he struggled at first, he found his calling in the research lab of an amphibian scientist. Meanwhile, scientists discovered that all arou....[more] |
2005
| Few know the myriad trails Daniel Boone blazed that led to his fame as a woodsman, hunter, frontiersman, surveyor, entrepreneur, farmer, statesman, husband, father, and grandfather. Always on the go, Boone's persistence and pioneer spirit make this a riviting read. |
2003
| A spirited reading of the third volume in this history series that brings to life the stories and records of the peoples of the past. This audio edition may be used along with the print book, as a supplement to a traditional history curriculum, or independently. 10 audio CDs. |
2004
| Skeletons that come back to life? Talking animals? A mysterious army that is heard but never seen? An evil queen that meets a horrible (and gory) death? What is this, the plot of a science fiction epic? Hardly. These are just a few of the 26 tales in Bizarre Bible Stories.
Geared toward ages 7 and up, this offbeat Bible storybook doesn't tell the usual fare: stories of Jonah and the whale, David and Goliath, or Noah and the ark. Instead, it gives young readers and their parents some gross, od....[more] |
2005
| Mountain gorillas are playful, curious, and protective of their families. They are also one of the most endangered species in the world. For years, mountain gorillas have faced the threat of death by poachers. Funds raised by “gorilla tourism”—bringing people into the forest to see gorillas—have helped protect them. This tourism is vital, but contact between gorillas and people brought a new threat to the gorillas: human disease. The Mountain Gorilla Veterinary Project is....[more] |
1990
| Esta serie de historia biblicas para ninos ha sido illustrada a todo color. Cada libro contiene una historia completa de la Biblia escrita por una de las autoras mas conocidas y apreciadas por sus libros infamtiles. Las ilustraciones estan hechas por Stephanie McFetridge Britt, bien conocida por sus ilustraciones en la popular serie Yo Tambien. [This series of beautifully illustrated children's Bible stories will both entertain and educate.] |
2000
| A hands-on guide to rewarding careers in nature and animal care. Whether kids enjoy the fresh air and scenery of the great outdoors or have a special bond with animals, career opportunities abound for nature and animal lovers everywhere. From animal trainers to land surveyors to veterinarians, this field opens up a world of adventurous job possibilities. What does a career in this exciting field entail? Career Ideas for Kids Who Like Animals and Nature, Second Edition, newly redesigned and compl....[more] |
2001
| So what does this career choice have to offer, and how can kids learn more about the music and dance industry? Career Ideas for Kids Who Like Music and Dance, Second Edition, extensively updated and revised, brings the vast range of opportunities in this industry to the forefront. By encouraging kids to identify their personality traits and skills, this book helps them match their interests and abilities with viable careers. With step-by-step self-assessment followed by a series of job profiles ....[more] |
1974
| "It is like a fairyland." So Laura Ingalls Wilder described her 1915 voyage to San Francisco to visit her daughter, Rose Wilder Lane. Laura's husband, Almanzo, was unable to leave their Missouri farm and it is her faithful letters home, vividly describing every detail of her journey, that have been gathered here. Includes 24 pages of exciting photographs and completely redesigned jacket art. Children's Books of 1974 (Library of Congress) |
1998
| The ability to communicate clearly and eloquently is a desirable trait in our fast-paced world, and for kids who possess the gift of gab, jobs requiring top-notch verbal skills are plentiful and accessible. Completely redesigned and updated with current information, Career Ideas for Kids Who Like Talking, Second Edition helps kids find their voice and guides them on how best to apply those skills to careers in fields such as broadcasting and speech pathology. This easy-to-use guide provides step....[more] |
1998
| An illustrated look at a career in computers. In recent years, computers have taken over the workplace, opening the door to new and exciting jobs in this rapidly growing field. Whether kids want to program computers, do research online, or provide technical support, the world is at their fingertips, and kids are only a click away from a long-lasting career. What does it take to find a job in computers? Career Ideas for Kids Who Like Computers, Second Edition, completely redesigned and updated, c....[more] |
2001
| Witness the life of a powerful Egyptian ruler. Vivid storytelling brings the past to life. Exciting eyewitness accounts make you feel like part of the action. Stunning photographs, annotated illustrations, and exploded views help you piece together the story. A gatefold page opens out to show a panoramic view of the scene. |
2010
| Volume 2 encorages the believer to become transparent before God by stripping away the superficiality of our souls and bare all in the presence of God. Through Intimacy With God we embrace the pureness of God's love for us and enter into the process of sanctification. Causing us to surrender our will into submission to Gods will as the toxic seeds that ravage our emotions, imprison us to the past, torment our present and sabotage our future are confronted and quality decisions are made to break ....[more] |
2006
| Here is an extra-fun vocabulary builder for kids, and a rhyming dictionary they can also use as a spelling aid when they look up words belonging to similar rhyming patterns. Key words are listed alphabetically in extra large type—approximately two-to-four key words per page—each followed by a list of rhyming words. Each page also features humorous, cartoon-style color illustrations that relate to the words. Many illustrations have rhyming captions. For example, a shark bites a chunk from an unha....[more] |
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