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Gillian Gosman
Email is one of the most useful methods of communication between families and friends. It’s become a vital tool in the workplace and at school. This book introduces readers to…
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Kids know that hockey sticks, water bottles with screw-on lids, and cleats are all used in sports. It may, however, be a surprise to them to learn that they’re all…
The military is known for its big, powerful, and complex machinery. This book, however, lays out a number of examples, modern and historic, of how the armed forces use simple…
Key physical science concepts are presented in the context of outdoor adventures. Young nature lovers will learn about the mechanics of popular gear, and theyll also discover the fascinating ways…
This book introduces readers to different kinds of writing and the digital tools they can use to share writing online. Readers will learn about blogs and websites, as well as…
How can you express your point of view to an audience? This book holds the answer to this question and more. This book will show readers how to research for…
The Internet is a great tool for communicating, gaining knowledge, and sharing media online. This book will help readers learn about different kinds of media and the digital tools they…
Charts and graphs help students illustrate their point in research papers, presentations, and other class projects. This book teaches readers how to read, understand, and create charts and graphs. It…
Analyzing text is one of the greatest skills a young reader can develop. This book helps readers gain an understanding of what it means to read a text for information…
Scissors are commonly found on school supplies lists, but most students don’t recognize them for the simple machines they are. This exploration of school buildings and grounds encourages critical thinking…
Simple machines are so common in our lives that we tend to overlook them even though theyre all around useven during our favorite holidays! With explanations of the different kinds…
This set takes a cross-disciplinary approach to literacy. Real-world examples and sample projects in each volume provide readers with the research, writing, and presentation skills they need to succeed in…
Young readers probably don’t realize that brooms are actually machines. The same goes for door handles, stairs, and many other objects that are commonly found in homes. Students will learn…
Sneezing, aching, coughing, wheezing–exploring common childhood ailments is the focus of this series. Readers will learn some of the most common childhood ailments, such as chicken pox, colds, and ear…
Abraham Lincoln, nicknamed Honest Abe, led the United States through the Civil War, one of the most trying times in United States history. In this informative book, readers will learn…
Explores oceans and discusses how they affect the climate.
Gillian Houghton Gosman
Presents a biography of the Commander in Chief of the Continental Army and first President of the United States.
Biography of civil rights leader Rosa Parks.
Biography of writer, inventor, and ambassador Benjamin Franklin.
A biography of the African American woman who spent her childhood in slavery and later worked to help other slaves escape north to freedom through the Underground Railroad.
Green energy is the wave of the future, but its here right now. New technologies are making green energy a much more viable alternative to nonrenewable sources than ever before…
Discusses how and what to eat to help the environment.
Explains how to shop to protect protect our planet and fight global warming.
A sore throat is not just the symptom of a cold or the fluit could be strep throat. This book explains what bacteria are and which kind causes this illness…
Explains how a pulley works and introduces the ways it is used in everyday life.
Introduces levers, explains how these simple machines work, and describes some common examples.
Tamarins are a genus-level group of squirrel-sized monkeys that make their homes in Central and South America. The group encompasses monkeys with a wide variety of colors and markings. This…
Biography of civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr.
Biography of 3rd U.S. President Thomas Jefferson.
In this informative bilingual book, readers will learn about Abraham Lincoln’s life, from his childhood in a log cabin in Illinois to his presidency during the Civil War to his…
