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1000 more words : build more vocabulary and literacy skills / by Budgell, Gill.;
This busy picture book broadens children's vocabulary, strengthens their language and literacy skills, and supports their school learning. Written by primary language specialist Gill Budgell, the picture-packed pages feature vocabulary to help children with key school subjects, including English, maths, science, geography, history, art, and computing. From verbs that are used in sports and nouns that name mathematical shapes to adjectives that describe materials, each page strengthens children's language skills and is visually exciting, accessible, and appealing. 1000 More Words clearly labels each picture, which encourages picture-and-word association and helps early reading. There are fun things to spot on every page, as well as questions that stimulate thinking, talking, and reading comprehension skills. This inviting and educational picture word book is a must-have first reference title that will develop children's reading and writing skills, support their early years in education, and boost their confidence in communication.
Subjects: Illustrated works.; Vocabulary;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The risks of social media / by Ungvarsky, Janine.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Kala's story -- What are the risks of social media? -- Social media makes the news -- Looking out for trouble online -- Protecting yourself on social media."Protect Yourself Online examines the risks and benefits of using the internet today. Readers will learn the history of important online issues, the warning signs of common online dangers, and the ways in which they can get online safely and responsibly"--Provided by publisher.Grades 7-9LSC
Subjects: Social media; Cyberbullying; Internet and children;
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The amazing circulatory system : how does my heart work? / by Burstein, John.;
Includes bibliographical references (p. 31), Internet addresses and index.Join our Body Buddy Ticker as he explores the workings of the heart and circulatory system. Children will learn how the amazing heart muscle works. They will discover how blood vessels transport life-giving oxygen to the cells and carry away carbon dioxide.LSC
Subjects: Cardiovascular system; Blood; Heart;
© c2009., Crabtree Pub.,
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Cool cars and trucks / by Kenney, Sean.;
Here come the cool cars! -- SUV -- Taxi of all sizes -- Too fast -- Load the airplane -- Strong builders and heavy haulers -- Pocket-sized crazy cars -- Rush to the rescue! -- Wide load -- Make your own truck -- Moving day -- Around your neighborhood -- Tune it up -- Flatten it down -- Build it BIG! -- About Sean.Directions on how to build an SUV, an excavator, truck, race car, and more, also shows you how to create scenes such as a construction site.Sean Kenney, a LEGO Certified Professional.
Subjects: Children's nonfiction.; Literature.; Juvenile works.; Literature.; Automobiles; Trucks; LEGO toys; Automobiles; Trucks; LEGO toys.; Automobiles; LEGO toys.; Trucks; LEGO toys.; Trucks; Automobiles;
© 2009., Henry Holt and Co.,
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Born ready : the true story of a boy named Penelope / by Patterson, Jodie,1970-; Pinkney Barlow, Charnelle.;
Just before his fifth birthday, Penelope lets his mother know he is a boy and, with her support and his ninja powers, faces the rest of his family and his classmates. Drawn from the author's memoir, The bold world.LSC
Subjects: Ghartey, Penel; Transgender children;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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101 cool things to do in Minecraft : turbo-charge your Minecraft gameplay! by Welbeck Children's Books (Firm);
"Minecraft gives everyone so many opportunities for open-ended play . . but when [the reader has] . . . the whole world to explore what do you do? This book solves that problem, with 101 . . . ideas for . . . challenges and quests in Minecraft. From finding every animal to making [one's] own food factory, creating the ultimate underwater base to challenging [one's] friends to an online dance-off, [the reader] won't believe the crazy tasks within. In-game activities range from combat quests to building challenges, and even mad stunts"--Amazon.
Subjects: Minecraft (Game); Video games; Computer games; Adventure video games;
Available copies: 0 / Total copies: 1
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Knights and castles / by Matthews, Rupert.;
"Knights and Castles is a beautifully designed reader all about incredible medieval fortresses and the people who lived in them. Children will love to find out about why castles were built, some of the coolest castles, and medieval people's lives in and around them both in peace and wartime."--
Subjects: Readers (Publications); Knights and knighthood; Castles; Military art and science; Civilization, Medieval;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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Children of the world / by Edwards, Nicola.; Stegmaier, Andrea.;
"Young readers can discover what life is like for children all around the world as they explore everything from food to family, and even learn how to say hello in many different languages. They will see where it's polite to slurp your food and bad manners to give the thumbs-up sign. They'll learn where children travel to school by cable car, and even discover who sleeps on an oven bed at night! This fascinating look at the lives of children around the globe gives an important insight into the many differences to celebrate in our diverse, beautiful world."
Subjects: Illustrated works.; Children;
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A kid's life in Ancient Greece / by Machajewski, Sarah.;
An important civilization -- Athens vs. Sparta -- Citizens of Ancient Greece -- Greek gods and goddesses -- Greek homes -- Tunics for all -- The Greek diet -- A classical education -- Playing games -- Through the years.LSC
Subjects: Children;
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Pollinators & native plants for kids : an introduction to botany / by Daniels, Jaret C.;
Includes bibliographical references."Learn about the importance of bees, butterflies, and other pollinators in this children's book that includes an introduction to botany and a plant identification guide. Native plants surround us every day, so it's easy to take them for granted. But they are vital to the existence of all animals-including humans! Native plants provide sources for food and shelter that wildlife can't live without. Become a young botanist. Learn all about native plants, wildflowers, trees, and shrubs. Professional entomologist Jaret C. Daniels presents a kids' introduction to botany. From beautiful wildflowers like the common sunflower to majestic trees like the red maple, this easy-to-understand book is a perfect guide for beginners"--
Subjects: Field guides.; Pollinators; Endemic plants; Animal-plant relationships; Botany;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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