Joan Stoltman
1) Cesar Chavez
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The story of Cesar Chavez is as topical and vital a story today as it was when it was an integral part of current events and not a story in history. This volume, dedicated to passing on the story of Chavez's life to young readers, provides educators with an essential tool to teach social justice, workers' rights, and how to stand up for your convictions through age-appropriate language and explanation of concepts. This inspiring biography follows...
2) Rosa Parks
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Rosa Parks is not just a lady who stayed seated on a bus. Her life is a relevant, important story that was notable, inspirational, and much-needed both in its time and today. This essential volume introduces young readers to a woman of quiet strength and resilience who did not waver in her convictions and beliefs. For younger readers, this is a rare opportunity to read age-appropriate text that incorporates complex issues using accessible, straightforward,...
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Native American art encompasses a multitude of crafts, including rugs, baskets, pottery, and wood carvings. Creativity had no limits in native America. Fortunately, many artifacts and remnants exist which showcase the boundless ingenuity of past as well as modern-day artists, who continue the time-honored traditions of their people. This valuable volume, a support to cultural studies, highlights stunning artwork of various native peoples, accompanied...
4) Walt Disney
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Young readers finally have an opportunity to step back from the gigantic, ubiquitous entity of the Disney Company as it exists today and discover the story of the singular, remarkable man who started it all. His biography is the perfect way to tell the story of an artist with the vision, drive, and passion to share his art with the world, a rare, modern success story that is vital to every collection. This volume motivates and inspires young readers...
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Michelle Obama is easily recognizable to young readers, but has had a life few children have had the chance to learn about. This topical, engaging volume brings the story of an incredibly intelligent, motivated, deeply dedicated person to vivid life. Young readers will easily engage in Michelle Obama's life through the meticulously uncomplicated, age-appropriate language and explanation of concepts provided throughout this inspiring story. This highly...
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Getting a pet for the first time is so much fun, but also means new responsibilities. Birds are a popular pet to choose, especially if parents have prior experience. But how does a young reader learn bird care? With the help of this practical, helpful book! This volume provides everything a new bird owner needs to care for and bond with their new feathered friend! From bathing to whistling and everything in between, all the needs of a bird are communicated...
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The human brain is a powerful organ. There's so much we don't know about how it works; what we do know is astounding. For example, information in your brain can move as fast as 265 miles (425 km) per hour-faster than a racecar! This truly entertaining and informative volume is full of fascinating facts about the human brain for the brain surgeons of tomorrow. They'll learn how we know about the brain, what we're trying to learn, and even the basics...
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Michelle Obama is easily recognizable to young readers, but has had a life few children have had the chance to learn about. This topical, engaging volume brings the story of an incredibly intelligent, motivated, deeply dedicated person to vivid life. Young readers will easily engage in Michelle Obama's life through the meticulously uncomplicated, age-appropriate language and explanation of concepts provided throughout this inspiring story. This highly...
9) My First Dog
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According to the ASPCA, 37 to 47 percent of all US households have a dog, so there couldn't be a more topical pet to learn about than dogs. This book is an essential read for any reader preparing to bring a dog into their home, connecting them in new ways to their pet through both understanding the dog's needs and their own, new responsibilities. Full-color photographs and graphic organizers are paired with concise, practical information about caring...
10) My First Cat
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Cats are commonly one of the first animals young readers will encounter in their lives, often in their own homes! Learning to care for, live with, and understand the needs of a cat requires guidance, and that's where this essential book comes in! Easily understood, clear instructions and explanations of their food, sleep, play, and other needs are included in this book in practical, age-appropriate language. A full-color guide to popular cat breeds...
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The Industrial Revolution was one of the most dramatic eras of all time, filled with fascinating people, strange events, and incredible stories. This period of great change comes into sharp focus through each spread with detailed, accessible language. Each fact is complemented with vivid, carefully-chosen historical images and illustrations, and a caption that adds just a touch more history. Readers are drawn deep into the facts not covered in history...
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Eleanor Roosevelt was not just a U.S. president's wife. Her life is a relevant, important story that is notable, inspirational, and much needed, both in its time and today. This essential volume introduces young readers to a woman who wasn't afraid to speak her mind or voice her opinion, even though she lived in a time when most women stayed quiet. Through accessible, straightforward, engaging language readers can grasp, connect to, and be motivated...
13) My First Hamster
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Having a classroom hamster is one thing, but having one at home as a pet requires young readers to have a more mature understanding of the rodent's needs. This book provides information perfect to fill that gap. An essential guide for any library, this book gives concise, easy explanations of the needs of a hamster and how readers can meet them. Full-color photographs are paired with understandable, age-appropriate information and instructions on...
14) My First Fish
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Several recent animated movies have sparked fervor in young readers to have an aquarium in their own home. But maintaining a fish tank ecosystem isn't a walk in the park. This book can help! Age-appropriate information on what fish need abounds in this practical yet engaging book, a valuable part of any library collection. Advice and instructions-on everything from cleaning the tank to feeding schedules to choosing a name-fill the pages of this colorful...
15) My First Bunny
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Bunnies are a great first pet! This book teaches young, first-time pet owners how to care for and bond with their new furry, hopping friend! It details in simple, clean text exactly what a young reader should do to help their bunny friend thrive in a new home, including information about food and treats, activity and sleep, cage environment and cleanup! From the amusing-such as popular names for pet rabbits-to the useful-such as safety around rabbits-...
16) Rosa Parks
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Rosa Parks is not just a lady who stayed seated on a bus. Her life is a relevant, important story that was notable, inspirational, and much-needed both in its time and today. This essential volume introduces young readers to a woman of quiet strength and resilience who did not waver in her convictions and beliefs. For younger readers, this is a rare opportunity to read age-appropriate text that incorporates complex issues using accessible, straightforward,...
17) Harriet Tubman
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Of course, Harriet Tubman is a women whose story every young reader would benefit from learning about, but where are the books that tell her life story in an accessible, captivating way with age-appropriate language for young readers? Finally, here's a book that explores her childhood, life, cause, and work in a way that gives perspective, introduces weighty topics, and facilitates further exploration of America's history, all for early elementary...
18) Harriet Tubman
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Of course, Harriet Tubman is a women whose story every young reader would benefit from learning about, but where are the books that tell her life story in an accessible, captivating way with age-appropriate language for young readers? Finally, here's a book that explores her childhood, life, cause, and work in a way that gives perspective, introduces weighty topics, and facilitates further exploration of America's history, all for early elementary...
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Students are taught that the Aztecs were destroyed by Hernán Cortéz, the conqueror of Mexico. However, there is much to learn about who the Aztec people were before they were conquered. The native Mexicans were part of a rich and vibrant culture that spanned hundreds of years. To understand this complicated society, readers are provided with an engaging main text and colorful photographs and historical images. Informative sidebars throughout detail...
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The story of Cesar Chavez is as topical and vital a story today as it was when it was an integral part of current events and not a story in history. This volume, dedicated to passing on the story of Chavez's life to young readers, provides educators with an essential tool to teach social justice, workers' rights, and how to stand up for your convictions through age-appropriate language and explanation of concepts. This inspiring biography follows...