Rebecca Rissman
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
Why did the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria spark World War I? How did a sinking ship and a telegram convince the United States to join the fight? How did patriotism and brotherhood motivate soldiers in the trenches? From the battlefields of France to the Russian Revolution, World War I: Why They Fought reveals the motivations behind World War I from all sides. Go beyond names and dates and ask: what were they fighting for?
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
Have you ever wondered about the events that laid the foundations of the United States of America? This title explores the reasons and people involved in the creation and signing of The Declaration of Independence. Special features include sidebars, infographics, on-page definitions, online search sidebar, further evidence sidebar and primary sources. This title also includes a timeline, glossary, Web links, index, and common core activities. Core...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
"Eating Organic helps readers trace the history of organic eating, explore the science behind it, and discuss controversies from an objective viewpoint. The title will engage readers on the topic and help them to weigh the pros and cons as they make their own food decisions."--Publisher's website.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
Slavery existed as a legal institution in the United States beginning in colonial times. During and after the American Revolution, things began to change. See what events took place, who was involved, and what life was like for slaves. This title offers primary sources, Fast facts and sidebars, prompts and activities, and more.
Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
How many uses can you find for an old glass jam jar? This engaging book looks at the always topical issues of managing our waste in a world with finite resources. Infographic details provide ready facts such as how much energy recycling one tin can provides and what that energy can be used for.
7) Women in war
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Explores women's involvement in armed conflicts, including World Wars I and II, the Vietnam War, and the Gulf War.
12) Yoga for you
Author
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"In this book you'll find clear, step-by-step instructions to guide you through two yoga sequences -- one for when you want to get pumped up and energized, and one for when you want to calm down and de-stress. You'll also be introduced to simple meditation and mindfulness techniques" -- Page [4] of cover.
15) Today's ballet
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"It's a dance, dance, evolution! Get to know the plie, arabesque, and other basic steps, and see how ballet has changed over the years. From Anna Pavlova to Mikhail Baryshnikov to Misty Copeland, discover the dancers who added their signature style to this graceful dance form. Go behind the curtain to see what it takes to become a prima ballerina and how a performance comes together"--
16) ABCs at the park
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
Helps readers identify items at the park beginning with each letter of the alphabet.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2020
Language
English
Description
Read Playing with Friends to learn how games, hobbies, and sports have changed over time! Photographs and clear text compare and contrast modern and historical amusements in a child-friendly format, making this a great tool for discussing how life has changed over the years.
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