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America's War of Independence
This history of the American Revolution chronicles the chain of events in understandable terms. Book is divided into sections on: Causes of Conflict, The First Shot, Independence, The Times That Try Men's Souls, and Victory. Contains a wide variety of illustrations from paintings and printed materials. Paperback, 48 pages, Silver Moon Press |
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Ezra Jack Keats
The first book that Ezra Jack Keats both wrote and illustrated was The Snowy Day, which earned him the Caldecott Medal in 1963. This biography tells of his life from the age of four, when he was simply a kid who loved to draw and paint, through his early career as a little-known artist and finally to his great success. Hardcover, 81 pages, ages 8-12, Silver Moon Press |
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The Feelings Storybook
A storybook that encourages recognition and expression of feelings in young children. Each one page story is followed by a few questions that encourage children to explore different aspects of themselves and their feelings. A great communication tool for parents and teachers that helps children build healthy self-esteem. Paperback, 32 pages, ABC Feelings, Inc. |
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Girls Know Best 2
Forty-seven girls, ages 7-15 have written twenty chapters giving advice on a wide-range of topics including: how to not get discouraged, owning a pet, earning money, using the internet, etc. Real-life advice from real girls. Paperback, 152 pages, ages 7-15, Beyond Words Publishing |
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The Robins In Your Backyard
The story of a robin's life from springtime arrival until departing in the fall. Beautiful full-color illustrations and informative narrative provides children with a much closer look at this bird that so frequently lives in their own backyard. Awarded the Parent Council Seal as outstanding from a learning perspective. Hardcover, 32 pages, ages 4-8, Birdsong Books |
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Welcome To My Dojo, A Kid's Introduction to the Way of Karate
Follow Janet, a ballet school reject, as she enters a dojo (karate school) for the first time. Through her eyes learn about karate and what is expected of a beginning student. Recommended reading for every karateka or potential karateka! Softcover, 44 pages, ages 4-10, Hedgehog Hill Press |
