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Conoce Perú

Bobbie Kalman, Robin Johnson (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9780778792284

Best known as the home of the Inca as well as other ancient civilizations, Peru is dotted with the ruins of their ancient buildings. Children will be delighted to read about the ingenuity of these ancient people in Spotlight on Peru. From high up on Lake Titicaca where llamas roam, down to the Amazon River where jaguars live in the rainforests, the wonders of Peru are described through simple text. Wonderful photographs also capture the people of Peru today and their way of life.

Hinduism in Bali

Putu Resi, Frances Hawker (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427197856

Hinduism in Bali follows Yoni as she practices for a dance performance at the local temple. Learn more about the art of Hindu dancing as she rehearses, gives offerings to the gods, and finally arrives at the day of the performance.

Animal Rights Activist

Carrie Gleason (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9780778792352

The fight for animal rights can be controversial. Modern champions for animal rights believe that animals should not be regarded as property, and they should not be used for food, clothing, for entertainment, or in scientific research. This illuminating book helps explain the difference between animal welfare and animal rights, and what cruelty is and who defines it. Young animal lovers will learn how they can fight for the protection and preservation of animals in a peaceful way.

Conoce los Estados Unidos de América

Niki Walker, Bobbie Kalman (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9780778792260

Holidays, celebrations, and symbols are highlighted in this up-to-date fact-filled introduction to the United States. Spotlight on the United States of America looks at the colonial history of the U.S., its government, and some of its important leaders. Many colorful pictures, maps, and illustrations highlight the different regions, climates, cities, and wildlife of this fascinating country.

Conoce India

Bobbie Kalman, Robin Johnson (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9780778792253

Spotlight on India introduces children to the land, people, and rich traditions of this beautiful country. Breathtaking photos feature the Himalaya Mountains, the Ganges and Indus Rivers, and major cities such as New Delhi. This joyful book also celebrates Indias unique mixture of peoples, monuments, such as the famous Taj Mahal, and its unique styles of music and dance.

Conoce México

Niki Walker, Bobbie Kalman (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9780778792277

Mexico is the southern neighbor of the United States. It is a country with a rich history and culture, a warm climate, diverse landscapes, and a variety of wildlife. From Mayan pyramids to busy cities to happy fiestas, Spotlight on Mexico offers a joyful experience to young readers. The book also includes recipes of some favorite Mexican foods that children will love to make!

What Are Taxes?

Baron Bedesky (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9780778789703

This is a volume designed to inform children what taxes are and why they are needed. Emphasis is placed on how taxes provide the funds needed to keep governments running, from local to federal levels. Young readers will understand how taxes are used to dissuade people from buying some items, such as cigarettes and gas-guzzling vehicles. Attractive color images help de-mystify this fascinating and important aspect of government.

What is Scarcity of Resources?

Jessica Cohn (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9780778789697

This book describes resources to younger readers, including capital resources and natural resources. Emphasis is placed on how most resources are of limited supply, so producers and consumers must make choices when things they want or need become scarce. An impressive array of full-color images enhances the reading experience.

Conoce China

Bobbie Kalman, Robin Johnson (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9780778792246

The spotlight is on China having been host to the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing. Maps and illustrations highlight this beautiful introduction to this vast country covered with such diverse landforms as mountains, deserts, and jungles. Stunning photographs feature the sites of its cities including Shanghai and Hong Kong as well as its architectural wonders such as the famous Great Wall and the Forbidden City. Children will also enjoy learning about Chinas people, their holidays and celebrations, high flying martial arts, Chinese cooking, and horoscopes.

What Are Goods and Services?

Carolyn Andrews (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9780778789680

Children are consumers, too, though they often do not realize it. This strikingly illustrated book helps youngsters understand the concepts of goods and services so that they recognize their role in the cycle of commerce. Readers will examine various jobs to understand where goods are made or services are provided. The concepts of producers and consumers are also carefully explained in a manner children will understand and enjoy.

Conoce Australia

Bobbie Kalman (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9780778792222

This up-to-date and fact filled introduction to Australia features the unique people, land, and animals of this island country. Children will be fascinated to learn about the native Aboriginal peoples and their way of life, the harsh Outback wilderness, the Great Barrier Reef, and the many marsupials that are unique to Australia, including the kangaroo and the koala. Spectacular photographs also give young readers a close-up view of major cities.

Conoce Canadá

Bobbie Kalman (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9780778792239

Spotlight on Canada introduces children to Canada's multicultural people, its varied landscapes and climates, its exciting cities, and its joyful celebrations. A huge country with only one neighbor, the United States, Canada is divided into provinces and territories. French and English are its two official languages, and its rich history goes back to its French and English roots. This colorful book celebrates the diversity of this great country!

What is Trade?

Carolyn Andrews (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9780778789710

This book carefully explains how countries around the world engage in trade. Whether it is a detailed description of how countries negotiate trade agreements, how countries use tariffs to make buyers want to buy locally produced goods, or the extremes of using trade embargoes as political tools, this book provides essential information with plenty of full-color images to help explain the basics of trade in a global economy.

Solar Energy

Christine Taylor-Butler (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602797222

Following the scientific process, this title provides instructions on how to conduct experiments that help students gain a better understanding of the power of solar energy.

Rocks

Sophie Lockwood (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602797178

Following the scientific process, this title provides instructions on how to conduct experiments that help students gain a better understanding of rocks and minerals.

Planet Earth

Matt Mullins (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602797215

Following the scientific process, this titles provides instructions on how to conduct experiments that help students gain a better understanding of the planet earth.

Minerals

Sophie Lockwood (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602797185

Following the scientific process, this title provides instructions on how to conduct experiments that help students gain a better understanding of minerals.

Ecosystems

Matt Mullins (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602797116

Following the scientific process, this titles provides instructions on how to conduct experiments that help students gain a better understanding of ecosystems

Erosion

Charnan Simon (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602797192

Following scientific process, this title provides instructions on how to conduct experiments that help students gain a better understanding of cause and effects of erosion.

Team up Online

Sara Wilkie Vicki Pascaretti (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602797741

Super Smart Information Strategies: Team up Online provides students with practical information for online collaboration. Readers are encouraged to think critically as they conduct research, collaborate with fellow students and present their findings in new and different ways.

Write It Down

Julie Green (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602797758

Super Smart Information Strategies: Write it Down provides students with practical information on how to develop note taking skills. Readers are encouraged to think critically as they conduct research, collaborate with fellow students and present their findings in new and different ways.

Put It All Together

Phyllis Cornwall (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602797734

Super Smart Information Strategies: Pull it Together provides students with practical information on how to synthesizing data. Readers are encouraged to think critically as they conduct research, collaborate with fellow students and present their findings in new and different ways.

Make the Grade

Carol A. Gordon (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602797727

Super Smart Information Strategies: Make the Grade provides students with practical information for evaluating product and process associated with the conducting and presenting research. Readers are encouraged to think critically as they conduct research, collaborate with fellow students and present their findings in new and different ways.

Find Your Way Online

Suzy Rabbat (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602797697

Super Smart Information Strategies: Find your way Online provides students with practical information on how to use online resources. Readers are encouraged to think critically as they conduct research, collaborate with fellow students and present their findings in new and different ways.

Go Straight to the Source

Kristin Fontichiaro (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602797703

Super Smart Information Strategies: Go straight to the Source provides students with practical information on how to use primary sources. Readers are encouraged to think critically as they conduct research, collaborate with fellow students and present their findings in new and different ways.