The Fences Between Us

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The Fences Between Us by Kirby Larson

Newbery Honor author Kirby Larson brings us the first new Dear America diary in years, taking readers through the attack on Pearl Harbor, the start of World War II, and the Japanese incarceration.

With this sweeping tale of life on the World War II homefront, Newbery Honor author Kirby Larson brings her incredible talent to the Dear America series. When Pearl Harbor is attacked, America is finally unable to ignore the wars raging in Europe and Asia any longer. And one girl's entire life is about to change when everything she knows is turned on its head. After the devastating attack on Pearl Harbor, where her brother, a navy sailor, is stationed, Piper Davis begins chronicling her compelling journey through one of history's most tragic and unforgettable eras. (From Amazon.com product listing.)

Kids Meet the Presidents

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Kids Meet the Presidents by Paul Rodhe & Paul Beatrice

Children will step into history and look at the United States with new eyes when they pore through this fun collection of presidential portraits, all enhanced with die-cuts. It’s the perfect introduction to the nation’s leaders: each one receives a double page spread enhanced with intriguing historical background, presented as if the president were actually addressing the reader personally. And this will be the first complete, comprehensive presidential book on the market, encompassing everyone from George Washington through 2008’s President-elect.
Kids will have an entertaining and educational experience as they become acquainted with the unique people who made the United States what it is. (From Amazon.com product listing.)

2013 Almanac for Kids

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2013 Almanac for Kids by Scholastic

A perfect reference for students and trivia buffs!

Need homework help? Love trivia? Just want to impress your friends or teachers? The SCHOLASTIC ALMANAC 2013 has information about practically anything and everything! If you have questions, this book has A LOT of answers. Packed with hundreds of facts, stats, and all of the info you need to keep boredom away and handle schoolwork with ease. The 2013 edition will feature an exciting new cover, completely updated facts and stats throughout, and new chapter openers.
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Pocket United States Atlas

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Pocket United States Atlas by Scholastic

The fourth title in the successful Scholastic Pocket Reference line, the Scholastic Pocket U.S. Atlas is a colorful, easy-to-use pocket atlas for ages 9 and up.

The facts students need about the fifty states are now at their fingertips. Easy-to-use maps of all 50 states; Washington, DC; and Puerto Rico are included, along with a U.S. political map, a U.S. topographical map, several regional maps, and a map of U.S. possessions and territories. There is a spread dedicated to each state. Each left-hand page offers a brief paragraph describing the state's most important features, a photo, a state fact box, and a Discover More fact. The right-hand page shows the state map itself.
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Attila The Hun Leader of the Barbarian Hordes

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Attila The Hun Leader of the Barbarian Hordes by Sean Stewart Price

Never was a warrior as feared as the ruthless barbarian Attila the Hun. He cut a path of destruction so wide, he was nicknamed the "Scourge of God." Fifteen hundred years after his death, his name still conjures up visions of savagery!
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Pocket Guide to Grammar

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Pocket Guide to Grammar by Marvin Terban

The Scholastic Pocket Guide to Grammar is the ultimate reference tool that fits in your pocket? This essay -to-use, color-coded, tabbed grammar guide is packed full of information, examples, and tips for language arts success. join Professor Grammar on this guided journey through the intricacies of the English language.
(From back of book.)

Great Activities for Learning How to Use Reference Books

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Great Activities for Learning How to Use Reference Books by Jennifer O'Neil Plummer


Learning which reference to choose and how to use it to locate needed information is an invaluable tool that will stay with students throughout their lives. Help them explore and effectively navigate all types of atlases, almanacs, dictionaries, and more with this engaging collection of activities. Each activity encourages discussion and utilizes students' critical thinking skills-and can serve as a springboard to other activities reflected in your curriculum!
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Graphic Organizers for Teaching Poetry Writing

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Graphic Organizers for Teaching Poetry Writing by Betsy Franco

Simplify and take the guesswork out of teaching poetry with these graphic organizers and step-by-step lessons. Model poems and lessons help students learn about the characteristics and structures of poetry forms such as haiku, limericks, and acrostics. Motivating graphic organizers, tailored to each poetry form, guide them in planning, and then writing their own poems. Includes ideas for building fluency and comprehension, extension activities, and a concise summary of recent best-practice research.

For use with Grades 1-3.
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Epidemics & Plagues

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Epidemics & Plagues by Richard Walker

"Kingfisher Knowledge" is a groundbreaking series for readers hungry for information on today's hot topics. Lively, engaging text, packed with information, accompanies stunning photographs that enhance each chapter. Amazing, state-of-the-art digital artwork guides readers into the fascinating heart of the subject. This learning adventure does not stop there - information panels throughout lead the reader to further discovery. Each chapter offers website links, book lists, places to visit and career information. "Epidemics & Plagues" takes an in-depth look at epidemics and plagues past and present, finding out about the big killer diseases and what happens when they spread rapidly and affect large numbers of people. It conveys the sad yet gripping histories of the Black Death of 13th-century Europe, the Great Plague of London, the devastating smallpox epidemics of 18th-century America and the flu epidemic that followed the First World War. It peers under the microscope at the agents that cause smallpox, influenza, cholera, tuberculosis, AIDS and malaria, examines the science to find out why they spread so quickly and what might be done to stop them. It also looks at history and legend to get an idea of why people have always been so frightened by the threat of epidemics and plagues.
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101 Ways to Love a Book

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101 Ways to Love a Book by Melissa Hart, M.F.A

Have you ever wished a book would never end? With 101 Ways to Love a Book, you'll enjoy your favorite book long after you've finished reading. Exciting activities allow readers to explore books through arts and crafts, research, school and community projects, and creative writing assignments.
(From back cover of book.)

Who is Jane Goodall?

Who is Jane Goodall? by Roberta Edwards (Contains Affiliate Link)

A life in the wild!

Jane Goodall, born in London, England, always loved animals and wanted to study them in their natural habitats. So at age twenty-six, off she went to Africa! Goodall's up-close observations of chimpanzees changed what we know about them and paved the way for many female scientists who came after her. Now her story comes to life in this biography with black-and-white illustrations throughout. (From Amazon.com product listing.)

Be a Super Test-Taker

Be a Super Test-Taker by Laurie Rozakis, Ph.D. (Contains Affiliate Link)

Standardized tests have become a common feature in elementary schools. With Be a Super Test Taker!, students, parents, and teachers will finally have the one resource they need to succeed.

Throughout the country, standardized tests in elementary schools have never been more common. Unfortunately, parents, teachers, and students are often left feeling helpless and unprepared. Dr. Rozakis's Be a Super Test Taker! is the answer to these anxieties. Through child-friendly writing, appropriate content, and welcoming design, there is now one "go-to source" that will provide students with all the information they need to ace the test! (From Amazon.com product listing.)

Jesus Calling

Jesus Calling by Sarah Young (Contains Affiliate Link)

Devotions written as if Jesus is speaking directly to a child's heart.

Based on her original Jesus Calling, this version has been adapted in a language and fashion that kids and tweens can relate to their everyday lives.
After many years of writing in her prayer journal, missionary Sarah Young decided to listen to God with pen in hand, writing down what she believed He was saying to her through Scripture. Others were blessed as she shared her writings, until people all over the world were using her devotionals.  They are written from Jesus' point of view, thus the title Jesus Calling.  It is Sarah's fervent prayer that our Savior may bless readers, and now young readers, with His presence and His peace in ever deeper measure. (From Amazon.com product listing.)

The Cutest Nature Book Ever

The Cutest Nature Book Ever by Carrie Anton (Contains Affiliate Link)

My Nature Notebook is a girl's guide to having fun with nature. The book is designed to get girls outside and appreciate the great outdoors through:
-craft challenges that give girls a reason to explore their outdoor surroundings and then make fun things with the items they've collected.
-prompts that inspire girls to journal and write creative stories about nature.
-instructions on how to preserve things found in nature, such as how to press leaves and press flowers.
-games played outdoors using items found outside. (From Amazon.com product listing.)

The Human Machine

The Human Machine by Richard Walker (Contains Affiliate Link)

We share our planet with an incredible range of life-millions of species of animals, plants, fungi, and microorganisms. Although we are the most intelligent of all life-forms, we are, like other creatures, biological machines that walk, feed, drink, and behave. And, in our case, talk, create, think, and remember. The Human Machine is a splendid and unique guide to the human body and the way it works, a user's manual covering all aspects of the body's activities, including troubleshooting and repairs. On each and every page of this book you can discover everything you need to know and understand about the body's huge range of operations. Like any manual, The Human Machine is highly organized. Check out any aspect of the body machine's workings and you will be presented with clear explanations of what the body does and exactly how it does it. Every page is filled with helpful color illustrations, engaging text, and sidebar boxes that offer a wealth of information: True or False questions to test your knowledge, Top Tips highlighting key information, Rival Products comparing humans to other organisms, as well as Design Features, Additional Data, Web Links, and more. For all those who want to "look under the hood," The Human Machine offers an innovative and accessible way to explore an incredibly complex and sophisticated piece of engineering-the human body. Young readers will have fun finding out about the body's operating and maintenance systems, and all the key components that make this miraculous machine work so well. (From Amazon.com product listing)

Get Down To Earth What You Can Do to Stop Global Warming

Get Down To Earth What You Can Do to Stop Global Warming by Laurie Davie & Cambria Gordon (Contains Affiliate Link)

Offers suggestions for simple steps kids and adults alike can take in their homes, schools, and communities to make a difference. Some content drawn from the authors' critically acclaimed book, The Down-to-Earth Guide to Global Warming. (From Amazon.com product Listing)

The Random House Library of Knowledge First Encyclopedia of Science

The Random House Library of Knowledge First Encyclopedia of Science (Contains affiliate link)

Over 400 alphabetical entries, with illustrations, maps, and charts, cover such scientific topics as acid rain, computers, numbers, and sound.