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Mae Respicio
Minibeasts are everywhere! From large beetles to tiny gnats, minibeasts come in a variety of sizes, colours and shapes. Find out all about minibeast types, behaviours, life cycles and more…
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"ZZZZIP! What is that car zooming down the road? It's a high-tech sports car of the future. With cutting-edge materials, automation, powerful electric motors, and more, sports car fans can…
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"VVRRUUMM! Did you hear that roaring sound? It's the revving engine of a powerful sports car. Car fans love the sleek curves, wide tires, and rumbling, turbocharged engines found in…
"Red, blue, purple, green-crayons come in a rainbow of colors! And anyone with an imagination can enjoy these easy-to-use art supplies. But when were crayons first discovered? How have they…
"Trainers. Runners. Kicks. No matter what you call them, sneakers are a great way to show off your style. But who invented this famous footwear? How are sneakers made? And…
Making friends in a new city, and new country, is hard for twelve-year-old Filipina-American Isabel, but joining the gardening and cooking club at school helps her find her way.
"ZOOM! What is that red streak going down the road? It's a fast sports car! People everywhere love the speed and style of these sleek cars. But how did they…
"VEEERRM! Did you see those sleek cars streaking by? They're competing in one of the world's most popular events-sports car racing! From the 12 Hours of Sebring to the 24…
Bugs are everywhere! From large beetles to tiny gnats, bugs come in a variety of sizes, colors, and shapes. Find out all about bug types, behaviors, life cycles, and more…
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"It's a beautiful day, so you grab your helmet, jump on your bike, and ride like the wind. But what are bikes made of? How do they get to stores…
"A shadowy figure takes shape in a dark, old house. Was it just your imagination? Or was it a ghost? Ghost hunters investigate ghostly encounters with thermal cameras, EVP recorders…
"You see books at school, at libraries, and at home. But who invented books? What materials are used to make a book? How do books make it onto shelves around…
"It's party time, and balloons are everywhere! But where do balloons come from? Who invented them? What are they made of? Discover fun facts about balloons that you can share…
It's a beautiful day, so you grab your helmet, jump on your bike, and ride like the wind. But what are bikes made of? How do they get to stores…
"Cuddling with a soft teddy bear can be very calming. But how are teddy bears made? What are they made from? Who invented them? Find out everything you ever wanted…
Walking in the woods, you think you spy a hairy face and beady eyes looking at you from the thick trees. Was it a beast of legend? Reports of Bigfoot…
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Longing for an escape from her extended Filipino family, Lou plans to build a tiny house on land she inherited from her father, but difficulties quickly arise.
During the summer before seventh grade, Kaia, who enjoys living in Southern California, visiting the beach with her family, and creating movie make-up effects, makes a film with her friends…
After moving to Sacramento to take over his grandparent’s Filipino market, sixth-grader Alex seeks popularity by selling homemade slime at school, while his father insists he join a soccer team.
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Mae Respicio Koerner
The year 2006 marked the centennial of Filipino migration to the United States, when 15 migrant workers called sakadas arrived in Hawaii to work on the islands’ sugar plantations. Today…
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Examines the migration of Filipinos into the United States, particularly in and around Los Angeles, where the early part of the twentieth century saw these newcomers filling important service-oriented industries…
A coming-of-age story that explores culture and family, forgiveness and friendship, and what makes a true home. Perfect for fans of Wendy Mass and Joan Bauer. Lou Bulosan-Nelson has the…
Two kids face off in an epic battle to see who can sell the most slime, while navigating sticky situations with friends and family. Alex Manalo and his dad have…
