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30,600 | 12 | The book is rich in ideas for linking information about animals with other areas of the curriculum. . . . [T]he many interdisciplinary ideas and the inclusion of opportunities for inquiry using pictures are ideal for [grades Pre-K through grade 3]. . . . [G]ood . . . as a tool to help in preparing differentiated instructional lessons. NSTA RecommendsThis broad, accessible encyclopedia will appeal to browsers because of the 500-plus highly realistic computer-generated illustrations, large fonts, and short paragraphs. . . . [S]cience enthusiasts will enjoy browsing this smorgasbord of information. School Library JournalNicola Davies is a writer, zoologist and television presenter, and lives in Devon, England. She began her career studying geese and humpbacked whales and then became a researcher and presenter of the BBC's The Really Wild Show. Since then she has written many children's books on everything from human biology, blue whales and turtles to bats, owls and climate change. She also teaches creative writing to BA and MA students.; Title: Everything You Need to Know about Animals: A First Enyclopedia for Budding Zoologists | [
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30,601 | 2 | This title in the new Amazing Animals series introduces very young children to the animals of a specific ecosystem with short rhyming stanzas and colorful cartoon illustrations. Rabbit, Mouse, and Bird take a tour of the rain forest, parting the tall grass and peering through binoculars at the various exotic critters they find there: armadillos, jaguars, anacondas, tree frogs, toucans, sloths, and howler monkeys. The rhythms of the text are a little shaky at times, but the rhymes can be quite clever and awfully amusing: The giant armadillo has skin / like armored scales. / Whatever wants to munch it / just hurts its teeth and fails. Parkers simple but cheerful ink-and-watercolor scenes are composed with the animal being described as a focal point, but other denizens of the forest are scattered about the periphery, making this ripe for point-and-find workouts. This short and friendly offering is a terrific choice for gearing up for a zoo trip, or just for children to meet a few unusual new animals from the comfort of home. Preschool-Grade 1. --Ian Chipman[T]he rhymes can be quite clever and awfully amusing . . . cheerful ink-and-watercolor scenes [make] this ripe for point-and-find workouts. . . . [A] terrific choice for gearing up for a zoo trip, or just for children to meet a few unusual new animals from the comfort of home. Booklist; Title: Amazing Animals: Rainforest Romp | [
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30,602 | 12 | Gr. K-3. This colorful starter atlas offers a selection of large, simple national and regional maps. Major physical features and political divisions are shown, and picture symbols indicate animals, industries, and landmarks. Children are also introduced to some important map concepts, such as grids and scales. There is one map for the U.S. (Alaska is shown with Canada). A cartoon penguin serves as the child's guide through the atlas, and appears on the story boxes that contain interesting facts and accompany each map. The atlas comes with a poster displaying a map of North America and state and provincial flags.Mary Ellen QuinnCopyright American Library Association. All rights reservedKingfisher is an award-winning publisher of non-fiction and fiction for children of all ages. Known around the world for its informative and engaging reference and early learning books, Kingfisher also receives widespread acclaim for its classic anthologies for five- to fourteen-year-olds and original picture books for very young children.; Title: The Kingfisher First Picture Atlas (Kingfisher First Reference) | [
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30,603 | 12 | Gr 4-8This slim volume uses catchy graphic design and an informal narrative to spark interest in the subject. In a presentation reminiscent of manga and Saturday-morning cartoons, each punctuation mark is introduced as a unique character who conveys his job through chatty dialogue. For example, Question Mark is characterized as a "wily detective," while Single Quotation Marks provide "a bit of he-said-she-said," and the Comma Twins are a "trusty twosome" who love interruptions. "Nobody, but nobody, tells us not to interrupt!' they declare. With us around, you can interrupt yourself, too, right in the middle of a sentence.'" Organized into chapters that cover different groupings ("The Basic Bunch," "The Comma Crew," etc.), the book explains the various uses of each mark and some basics of sentence structure. Though the casual, first-person narration may appease some reluctant grammar students, the style may be confusing for kids seeking basic information and for non-native English speakers. An illustration of each punctuation-mark personality accompanies its one-page description. A poster showing all of these characters is included. Unfortunately, some images are less iconic than was clearly intended, and students may be hard-pressed to remember which punctuation mark they are looking at from the illustration alone. While the information is solid, the colloquial delivery marks this as an additional purchase. Refer to Marvin Terban's Punctuation Power (Scholastic, 2000) for your core collection.Jayne Damron, Farmington Community Library, MI Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Using the square format and Japanese-style cartoon illustrations familiar to fans of the Basher Books series, this little volume introduces punctuation marks and their uses. Grouped by function into four chapters, the personified marks introduce themselves in a paragraph or two. Briefly stated dos and donts for using them appear at the bottom of each page. Written with attitude as well as grammatical awareness, the first-person paragraphs are more readable than one might expect. Facing each page of text is a simple, colorful illustration portraying a single or paired mark, such as Exclamation Point, Double Quotation Marks, Chatroom Comma (appears before a quotation), Numbers Comma (separates numbers in a series), and Ellipsis. Possibly of interest to teachers but not integral to the book, the foldout punctuation poster inside the back cover can easily be removed using the perforated line near the binding. An informative and graphically bold addition to the grammar shelf. Grades 3-6. --Carolyn Phelan; Title: Basher Basics: Punctuation: The Write Stuff | [
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30,604 | 0 | Sam Hay's hilariousYeti Spaghetti comes hot on the heels of her previous I Am Reading titles Hocus Pocus Hound, Creepy Customers and Purr-fect Pete. Sam previously worked as a journalist for the BBC as Deputy Editor of the BBC2 programme Working Lunch'. She grew up in Scotland and now lives in Monmouth, Wales with her young daughter, Alice. Mark Beech grew up in Lancashire and developed a passion for drawing at a very young age, inspired by the works of Tolkien and C. S. Lewis. Mark has also traveled the world, working as a fabric designer for some rather grand customers, before returning to his roots as a children's illustrator; Title: I Am Reading: Yeti Spaghetti | [
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30,605 | 15 | BELINDA WEBER is an author and editor and has written many children's books about natural history, science, and history including The Best Book of Nighttime Animals, and Kingfisher Young Knowledge: Reptiles. She has a lifelong interest in wildlife and the environment and previously worked for the Zoological Society of London.; Title: I Wonder Why Caterpillars Eat So Much: and Other Questions about Life Cycles | [
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30,606 | 16 | This is a fun book to share with young children. Children's Literature Lars Klinting has written and/or illustrated more than twenty children's books. His beaver books have been translated into eighteen languages, sold more than 200,000 copies internationally, and won numerous awards. Like Harvey, Lars is very handy. He trained as a carpenter and also enjoys sewing, cooking, gardening, and painting.; Title: Harvey the Carpenter (Handy Harvey) | [
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30,607 | 15 | Written by Kathryn Jewitt, illustrated by Fiametta Dogi; Title: 3D Theater: Rainforest | [
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30,608 | 15 | Grade 48Employing the same illustrative style used in Adrian Dingle's The Periodic Table: Elements with Style! (Kingfisher, 2007), Basher has created a portrait gallery of personified planets, comets, space probes, galaxies, several kinds of stars, and an array of other celestial bodies in a hyper-cute, pastel cartoon style reminiscent of Japanese artist Takashi Murakami's more extravagant flights. Along with short bulleted lists of additional information, each figure offers a fact-based self-description, from the Sun's exuberant "I'm a total starthe center of everything, baby! A fearsome fireball burning 600 million tons of hydrogen every second" to snotty Space-time's "Because you're used to seeing in only three dimensions, you cannot even imagine what I look like." Though the closest star to the sun is misidentified as a "brown dwarf" (it is actually Proxima Centauri, a red dwarf, which is correctly categorized on a later page), Green's astro-narrative is both accurate and spiced with seldom-mentioned details, such as Pluto's three moons and Saturn's weirdly hexagonal polar cloud. This won't replace more conventionally written and illustrated surveys, but it could kindle (or in undermotivated older readers, rekindle) interest in the topic. And it's fun!John Peters, New York Public Library Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Basher has created a portrait gallery of personified ... celestial bodies in a hyper-cute, pastel cartoon style reminiscent of Japanese artist Takashi Murakami's more extravagant flights. . . . Green's astro-narrative is both accurate and spiced with seldom-mentioned details, ... it could kindle (or in under motivated older readers, rekindle) interest in the topic. And it's fun! School Library Journal; Title: Basher Science: Astronomy: Out of this World! | [
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30,609 | 1 | Judy Allen is an award-winning author who has written more than forty-five books for children. Her novel Awaiting Developments won the U.K. Whitbread Children's Novel Award, the U.K. Friends of the Earth Award, and was nominated for the U.K. Carnegie Medal.Tudor Humphries Tudor Humphries is a renowned children's book illustrator, landscape painter, wildlife artist, photographer, sculptor and teacher. He recently illustrated a new edition of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe for HarperCollins.; Title: Flip The Flaps: Dinosaurs | [
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30,610 | 1 | Author Judy Allen and illustrator Tudor Humphries created Kingfisher's award-winning Backyard Books series and many other successful books, including the Reading Rainbow selections Tiger and Seal. Tudor Humphries' recent titles include Hiding and A Floating World. Judy Allen is an award-winning author whose novel Awaiting Developments was short-listed for the Whitbread Children's Novel Award. Judy Allen and illustrator Tudor Humphries created Kingfisher's award-winning Backyard Books series and many other successful books, including the Reading Rainbow selections Tiger and Seal.; Title: Are You a Dragonfly? (Backyard Books) | [
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30,611 | 12 | The bright cover and colorful, detailed illustrations show this dictionary to be a fun and attractive resource that is a sharp contrast to the more traditional, somber, hardcover dictionaries found in most libraries. Children's Literature Kingfisher is an award-winning publisher of non-fiction and fiction for children of all ages. Known around the world for its informative and engaging reference and early learning books, Kingfisher also receives widespread acclaim for its classic anthologies for five- to fourteen-year-olds and original picture books for very young children.; Title: Kingfisher Illustrated Pocket Dictionary | [
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30,612 | 1 | [C]lear, page-filling photos of perfectly adorable farm-animal babies. . . . [Pretty] darn appealing. Kirkus ReviewsEditors of Kingfisher; Title: Baby Animals On The Farm | [
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30,613 | 1 | Editors at Kingfisher; Title: Baby Animals At Night | [
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30,614 | 12 | Simon Adams worked as an editor of children's reference and other nonfictionbooks before becoming a full-time writer. He has written and contributed to more than fifty books on subjects as varied as the sinking of the Titanic, the two world wars, and the history of jazz. He is the author of Kingfisher Knowledge: Castles & Forts, Kingfisher Knowledge: Life in Ancient Rome, The Kingfisher Atlas of the Ancient World and The Kingfisher Atlas of the Medieval World.; Title: The Kingfisher Atlas of Exploration and Empires | [
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30,615 | 15 | Written by Kathryn Jewitt, illustrted by Fiametta Dogi; Title: 3D Theater: Oceans | [
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30,616 | 1 | Although the adorable pics of jungle critters will be the dominant draw in this compact board book, that's not all it has going on. . . . The descriptive and action-oriented text accompanying each pic holds a few surprises as well, using creative typography to help convey meaning . . . Irresistible and educational in equal measure. BooklistOutstanding photographs of baby animals in the jungle will hold your baby's rapt attention. On each double-page spread, an adorable full-page photo of the animal appears on the right and a delicious fact appears on the left. Twenty by JennyEditors at Kingfisher; Title: Baby Animals In the Jungle | [
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30,617 | 11 | Pat Jacobs has written over 50 nonficton, reference, and activity books for children on subjects ranging from dinosaurs to the future of space exploration. Pat has two grown children and lives with her husband in rural Suffolk.; Title: People Around the World Lift-the-Flap | [
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30,618 | 12 | The book is well-organized and comprehensive, but not overwhelming for young readers. . . . Colored pictures and maps with major cities and bodies of water are balanced with the text. . . . Teachers would find this a good resource to use alongside a textbook. Library Media ConnectionClive Gifford is an award-winning author of more than fifty books on the subjects of sports and soccer. His previous titles for Kingfisher include The Kingfisher Soccer Encyclopedia, Soccer Skills, Summer Olympics, and Soccer.; Title: The Kingfisher Geography Encyclopedia (Kingfisher Encyclopedias) | [
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30,619 | 1 | Kingfisher Editors; Title: Baby Animals In the Forest | [
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30,620 | 18 | answers are simply written, but they don't shy away from scientific language, difficult issues, or remaining mysteries. Children's Literature Philip Steele has a passion for writing about history. He is a well-known author of more than one hundred children's books, including Castles, Pirates, Knights, The Best Book of Mummies, The World of Pirates, and The World of Castles. He was a student of medieval French and German literature, and has visited castles in England, France, Germany, Spain, and Poland. He has travelled to the Valley of the Kings and other sites of Ancient Egypt, and has met mummies face to face in the Cairo Museum. Philip now lives near Beaumaris and the other great castles of North Wales.; Title: I Wonder Why Pyramids Were Built | [
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30,621 | 12 | If you could only have one book of facts on this animal, The Kingfisher Dinosaur Encyclopedia would be the one to own. . . . [P]acked with interesting facts and the illustrations and photos invite the reader to peruse each page. Newton's Book News Not only will The Kingfisher Dinosaur Encyclopedia satisfy the child's desire for more concrete and detailed information about all things dinosaur. It also offers pictures and illustrations that are more in tune with actually "studying" the topic. . . . Affordable and filled with fascinating information, this is a book that young readers will love poring over in their spare time. It will also come in handy for research projects. www.curledupkids.com/dinoency.htmlThis thorough, fact-filled dinoasur encyclopedia contains full-color digital images of dinosaurs, in order of their appearance through geological time, from the "first animal to have most of the characteristics of a dinosaur" (Herrerasaurus) through some of the last species to roam the earth, including Triceratops and Ankylosaurus. Profiles offer descriptions of various species' anatomy and speculations on issues like mobility, diet, and predation. Easy-to-read time lines and charts discuss the origins of and extinctions of species, while abundant photographs of skeletons, dig sites, and paleontologists at work integrate relevance and texture. The book's expansive scope and visually stimulating format should spark readers' curiosity while engaging imaginations. Ages 8-up. Publishers WeeklyThis all-encompassing dinosaur encyclopedia contains many unique and fascinating dinosaur facts. Each and every chapter is a page turner as the book travels through time from the rise of the very first dinosaurs to the behemoths of the Jurassic Period. NSTA RecommendsUnlike a traditional encyclopedia, this volume is organized into five chronological sections, from the time period of the first dinosaurs through the last dinosaurs of the Late Cretaceous period. . . . The visual appeal of the book will catch the eye of many readers and will be popular choice for research and enjoyment. Even if your library has numerous dinosaur resources, this is a welcome addition to any collection. Library Media ConnectionProfessor Mike Benton is Professor of Vertebrate Palaeontology at the University of Bristol. He is an expert on the evolution of dinosaurs, and is currently investigating mass extinctions, for which he is conducting fieldwork in Russia. He has written many acclaimed books on dinosaurs and early life on Earth, for both children and adults.; Title: The Kingfisher Dinosaur Encyclopedia: One Encyclopedia, a world of prehistoric knowledge (Kingfisher Encyclopedias) | [
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30,622 | 15 | The approach is visually appealing. Horn BookThis is an informative book that will engage readers in a tactile way as they explore the text. . . . Some of the illustrations are labeled, providing additional nontextual information for readers. This book would be a nice inclusion in a classroom or school library because it builds on the natural curiosity of young children. . . . While the information is very general, it's appropriate for younger children who have questions such as 'What is it like deep underground?' or 'What is at the bottom of the ocean?' NSTA RecommendsDr Mike Goldsmith studied the philosophy of time and space at Keele University, where he also obtained his PhD in astrophysics. He was formerly the head of Acoustics at the UK's National Physical Laboratory and is now an author of non-fiction books for children.Nicki Palin is an accomplished illustrator of numerous books for Kingfisher, including Flip the Flaps Baby Animals.; Title: Flip The Flaps: Planet Earth | [
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30,623 | 12 | This book is certain to appeal to number lovers and would be an effective supplement to a mathematics curriculum School Library JournalGreen provides a succinct yet engaging explanation of a variety of math topics. . . . The use of illustration and color is engaging and provides a visual representation for abstract ideas. . . . Teachers can use this book to introduce a topic and then explain each themselves. Library Media ConnectionArtist and designer Simon Basher has fun playing in the world of contemporary character design. Inspired by a love of simple line work and a rich colour palette, his characters fill the gap between edgy Manga and the cuteness of Hello Kitty!; Title: Basher Science: Algebra and Geometry | [
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30,624 | 2 | Gr 4-7Published with only minor changes, such as an updated short list of recommended websites, this reprint (Kingfisher, 2004) is still a fine choice for nurturing an interest in the natural world. Organized into three sectionsthe first on our planet's origin and the evolution of life, the second surveying the five biotic kingdoms, the third taking closer looks at 14 biomes (including Towns and Cities)each spread offers a topical discussion that ranges in scope from Seasons and Weather or How Fungi Feed to Protozoans and Tropical Forests. Color photos on every page add visual interest while playing supporting roles to information presented in captions and columns of lucid, not heavily technical narrative text. Despite the pleasantly extensive index, this is a first-rate overview of its topic rather than a resource for quick reference or assignment-driven research.John Peters, formerly at New York Public Library. (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.This resource, revised and updated from the 2004 edition, introduces readers to the diversity of life on earth. Information is divided into three sections. The opening, A Planet Apart, discusses origins of life and formation of the planet, including topics such as DNA, evolution, and energy. The Living World has sections on the five kingdoms of life (bacteria, microscopic life, fungi, plants, and animals) and ecology. Wildlife Habitats provides readers with information about the various environments and biomes on planet earth. Information is generally contained in two-page spreads, though articles on the biomes are slightly longer. Numerous color photographs, maps, and images are found within each spread, with captions that add to the content. It is these illustrative materials that are the strength of this encyclopedia. Additionally, the superb layout and design and graduated font size (similar to the DK Eyewitness series) will draw readers in. Though there is an index, readers will likely utilize the table of contents to figure out which pages contain the information they are seeking. This reference work is an excellent introduction to numerous topics in science throughout elementary- and middle-school curriculums. Public and school libraries serving these students, or high schools wanting an introductory resource for students, will be well served by this purchase. The price of this resource makes it possible to consider multiple copies, as many readers will want to check it out after browsing. Grades 4-9. --Shauna Yusko; Title: The Kingfisher Nature Encyclopedia (Kingfisher Encyclopedias) | [
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30,625 | 15 | This wide-reaching entry in the Kingfisher Knowledge series aims to introduce young readers to the human-engineered wonders of the world, from the Great Pyramid of Egypt to the Taj Mahal to the Internet and the World Wide Web. Slotted into three chronological chapters, the spreads feature brief descriptions of each site, illustrated with present-day color photos and eye-catching, computer-generated images, many of which imagine the sites in ancient times. The book tries to encompass too much, particularly in its third section, which focuses on the achievements of modern civilization. But the quick survey will spark students' interest and perhaps encourage future, deeper research. A final section further explains the meaning of heritage sites, and chapter summaries introduce relevant vocabulary and encourage readers to think about the treasures in their own cities and countries. Gillian EngbergCopyright American Library Association. All rights reservedThis appealing title is a bargain for any school, library or home. Children's Literature ; Title: Kingfisher Knowledge: Wonders of the World | [
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30,626 | 18 | Grade 36The history and culture of London from 3500 BC to today are presented via cross-sections, busy illustrations, and a lot of text. There is some carryover among the eras, and by the final spread, which shows London preparing for the 2012 Olympics, readers can refer to earlier scenes and compare how the city has or hasn't changed. The early part of the book works best, showing London as still no more than a contained encampment on the banks of the River Thames. But as the city grows, so does the detail and information packed into the pages. While the geographic perspective stays the same throughout, and readers can indeed see development through wars, epidemics, and industrialization, the activity within the pages becomes increasingly difficult to follow. Spreads such as the one illustrating a "Georgian London: AD 1783" street scene are crammed full of unclear images. There is an extensive glossary, although British words like "omnibus" and "gherkin" are not included. The thorough index makes revisiting the various eras almost more rewarding than the initial perusal, as readers can follow specific locations and landmarks through the years. While the initial impression is that this is a browsing book, it is in reality more of a research tool, reliant on text to explain the famous city's metamorphosis.Kara Schaff Dean, Walpole Public Library, MA Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.While the initial impression is that this is a browsing book, it is in reality more of a research tool, reliant on text to explain the famous city's metamorphosis. School Library Journal[T]his colorful, large-format volume offers a rich visual experience. . . .Laid out as though seen from an airplane, the large, detailed pictures are bolstered by smaller circular pictures and inset maps of the broader area, as well as labels, captions, and a few informative paragraphs of text. [An] . . . attractive resource. Booklist; Title: Through Time: London | [
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30,627 | 0 | Whether these books reside in a classroom or are part of a home library, youngsters will be entertained as they become acquainted with the interesting world of amazing machines. Children's LiteratureTony Mitton is a widely anthologized children's poet, as well as a teacher and performing poet. His Royal Raps won the 1997 Nottinghamshire Libraries/Dillons Children's Book Award. His recent collection of poetry, Plum, won the Publishers Weekly 2003 Cuffies Award for Best Book of Poetry. Tony teamed with illustrator Ant Parker on several books, including Dazzling Diggers, Roaring Rockets, and Terrific Trains. Ant Parker studied drawing and printing at the Bath Academy of Art in England and has taught papermaking, printing and bookbinding workshops for children. Toddlers and parents around the globe have discovered the irresistible appeal of his wacky cartoon characters in Flashing Fire Engines, Terrific Trains, Dazzling Diggers, and Roaring Rockets. Other titles include Charlie the Chicken and Desmond the Dog.; Title: Amazing Machines: Big Truckload of Fun | [
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30,628 | 13 | Library Media ConnectionThese compact books are more packed with content than their cartoonish covers imply. Each book is illustrated with brightly colored graphics. The content is directed toward an older, hipper, pre-adolescent reader. Despite their detail-rich content, the writing tone is casual and accessible. These handy books serve as reference books on their respective topics; a teacher would appreciate a set in the ready-reference section of their classroom. They are good books to hand to a student who needs a fresh approach to the topic for clarification. Simon Basher is the creator and illustrator of more than ten best-selling concept books for children including The Periodic Table, Physics, Biology, Astronomy, Math, and Punctuation. Based in London and Tokyo and specializing in “graphic surrealism”, Basher's original artwork is regularly exhibited and sold in the UK, Europe, the US and the Asia. Find out more at www.basherworld.com.  ; Title: Basher Basics: Music | [
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30,629 | 1 | Kingfisher is an award-winning publisher of non-fiction and fiction for children of all ages. Known around the world for its informative and engaging reference and early learning books, Kingfisher also receives widespread acclaim for its classic anthologies for five- to fourteen-year-olds and original picture books for very young children.; Title: Baby Animals In the Sea | [
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30,630 | 12 | Grade 37In an effort to tap into children's inquisitive nature, Law has produced an attention-grabbing work concerned with many of the "really, really big questions" youngsters ask. Inquiries about science, philosophy, and morality are presented in an engaging style that avoids leading readers to any preconceived answers, instead encouraging them to either arrive at their own conclusions or imagine a variety of possibilities. Everything from "What is the meaning of life?" to "What is it like to be a bat?" is addressed. The dichotomy between those questions science attempts to answer ("What is stuff made of?") and those of morality ("What makes stealing wrong?") leads readers into a noteworthy exercise of reason. Many of Law's selections emerge from today's scientific headlines, an example of which is the question "Is it wrong to design a baby?," which certainly evokes much-heated debate. Through a combination of vibrant colors; hip, retro illustrations; and interesting quotes, Law has produced a stimulating work for young minds that is sure to spark conversation and, of course, more questions.Brian Odom, Pelham Public Library, AL Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Kids, prepare to have your minds blown. This collection of philosophical, moral, and scientific quandaries will have readers grasping after the biggies, including the origins of the universe and the meaning of life. Heavy stuff for sure, but Law is a playful and instructive host, using clear analogies to elucidate the headiest of concepts. Its enjoyably thorny: Where did everything come from? leads to What is nothing? which leads to Can I think about nothing? Along the way, Law takes levelheaded looks at hot buttons like evolution, vegetarianism, and designer babies. Although he is always fair, Law prizes logic above all else, and he has gentle doubts about such as ideas that we exist to love and please God: It seems that fulfilling a purpose and having a meaningful existence arent always the same thing. Choksis wry, 1950s-style illustrations do much to lighten the load. Boxed questions (If you switched off a thinking robot, would that be murder?) are accurately dubbed Brain Burns. Not a bad way to describe the entire book. Grades 5-8. --Daniel Kraus; Title: Really, Really Big Questions: About Life, the Universe, and Everything | [
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30,631 | 15 | This browsable title presents fascinating facts about inventions inspired by nature, showing the similarities between the workings of I-beams and the make-up of dinosaur vertebrae; the mechanics of sailboats and the physiognomy of jellyfish; and the movements of giant squids and jet engine design. Organized by broad categories (Buildings, Fastenings, Hydraulics), the examples and images are vivid, though Gates does not always distinguish between inventors deliberately copying nature and coincidental similarities between natural and human-designed features. With several different types of text on each spreadintroductory text, examples, explanatory captions, and moreas well as illustrations, photos, and diagrams, the book may be too busy for some to read straight through, though the organization will attract reluctant readers and browsers. The well-chosen images are both inviting and clearly illustrate the points made in the text and captions. The back matter includes an index and a glossary of scientific terms, but pronunciations are omitted. This is an informative, appealing look at the connections between natural and human design. Grades 3-6. --Miriam AroninThis book shows that many of the solutions humans have developed are similar to adaptations in plants and animals. . . . this book would make an excellent resource as part of a unit on human inventions and natural adaptations. It could be used to in spark students' interest in design technology, invention, and engineering. NSTA RecommendsThe well-chosen images are both inviting and clearly illustrate the points made in the text and captions. . . . This is an informative, appealing look at the connections between natural and human design. Booklist; Title: Nature Got There First: Inventions Inspired by Nature | [
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30,632 | 11 | These attractive volumes provide solid information. . . . Strengths consistent throughout the four books include engaging text, well-selected illustrations, a one-paragraph introduction on the contents page that summarizes the scope of the book, and translation of period costs to current dollar values. These texts cover a wide span of time and history; this scope, along with some of the surprising information in the many pull-out boxes, leaves readers wanting more. That is not necessarily a bad thing, as students can follow up with further research on the topics of interest. School Library JournalHilarie N. Staton has been writing childrens books for many years. She has worked for historical museums, as well as has written state history textbooks and tests. Her first major history work was a two-volume United States history textbook. She has written books about American political movements and historic sites. Although she grew up in the west, loving western history, she now lives in the heart of Colonial America, New Yorks Hudson Valley.; Title: All About America: The Industrial Revolution | [
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30,633 | 1 | answers are simply written, but they don't shy away from scientific language, difficult issues, or remaining mysteries. Children's Literature Amanda O'Neill has worked in education since 1976 and has been a freelance writer and editor since 1986. She has written books on a wide range of subjects and wrote both I Wonder Why Spiders Spin Webs, and Cats. Amanda has never lived without cats - her current feline friend is rescue-cat Jess, a seven-year-old part-Burmese. Amanda lives in Leicestershire, England, with her family and a whole host of reptiles, bugs, and other creatures.; Title: I Wonder Why Snakes Shed Their Skin | [
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30,634 | 15 | answers are simply written, but they don't shy away from scientific language, difficult issues, or remaining mysteries. Children's Literature Anita Ganeri; Title: I Wonder Why the Wind Blows | [
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30,635 | 6 | The Arnold Palmer quote found at the start of this print tutorialGolf is deceptively simple and endlessly complicatednicely sums up the book itself: though filled with shots of bucolic greens and happy kid golfers, the content found within is overwhelming. At first, the book can be disorienting with the amount of information it throws at the readerclothing, techniques, gear, and so much more. Thankfully, it slows down to dwell upon single topics: golf courses, lining up a shot, chipping, lost balls, scoring, and everything else you can imagine. Filled with insets and step-by-step photos, the layout is fabulous, though perhaps a bit busy for those without any prior knowledge of the sport. A great range of multicultural children serve as models, and these photos commingle with sharp action shots of some of the past and current greats. Kids are probably best served to get some real-life experience first, but after that, its hard to imagine a resource that goes as deeply into negotiating doglegs as it does extreme golf. Grades 5-8. --Daniel KrausFilled with insets and step-by-step photos, the layout is fabulous . . . the amount of information contained within [includes] . . . lining up a shot, chipping, lost balls, scoring, and everything else you can imagine. . . . [A] resource that goes as deeply into negotiating doglegs as it does 'extreme golf'. Booklist; Title: Golf: From Tee to Green-The Essential Guide for Young Golfers | [
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30,637 | 12 | It is a valuable reference for school or home, and a lot more fun than the synonym finder in any word processing program. 2004, Kingfisher/Houghton Mifflin, Ages 5 to 8. Children's Literature George Beal has written several books about language for children including The Illustrated Children's Thesaurus, as well as the Kingfisher Book of Words and the Kingfisher First Thesaurus.; Title: My First Thesaurus (Kingfisher First Reference) | [
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30,638 | 18 | If your kids have begun to succumb to Titanic overload on this 100-year anniversary, this might just wake them up. There's no doubt that deciphering Morse codes, picking out hidden messages from dinner menus, and so on makes you feel a bit like Indiana Jones. The computer illustrations are decent, but it's the historical photos and artifacts that really bring this hybrid experience to life. BooklistAnita Croy studied languages at the University of London, and she has written numerous books for young readers on historical and cultural subjects, including studies of ancient civilizations for the National Geographic. She is also the author of another code solving adventure, Inca Gold. Mick Posen spent many years illustrating fantasy and sci-fi book covers using traditional airbrush and painting techniques. He now works digitally using 3D and 2D software and is also venturing into animation.; Title: Titanic: The search for the lost fugitives (Codequest Adventure) | [
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30,639 | 0 | Series editor, Heather Morris, is a former BBC schools publisher.UK literacy consultant, Hilary Horton, is a senior literacy adviser for Camden Council, LondonSeries authors have also written readers for Oxford Reading Tree, Collins Primary Literacy, DK Readers, Heinemann English Readers and Clifford and Disney Readers.US series editor, Thea Feldman, is the author of over 100 children's books, including several Clifford and Disney Readers. Additionally she has written and edited several My Readers MCPG (US). She is a former editorial director at Scholastic.US literacy consultant, Ellie Costa, is one of the US's foremost literacy specialists. She teaches at Bank Street College of Education; Title: Kingfisher Readers L2: Your Body | [
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30,640 | 16 | Bashers little cartoon icon cuties have infiltrated middle-grade science books, beginning-reader ABC books, and now board books. One of six fundamental shapessquare, circle, triangle, rectangle, star, and heartis shown on the left-hand page, and on the opposite page is bouncy Bobo (a smiling, X-eyed baby with a Band-Aid on his head, possibly from bouncing too raucously) interacting with each shape, whether in the form of presents and dice (square), buttons and oranges (circle), or HDTVs and cityscapes (rectangle). Both simple and charming, the high-contrast, boldly colored graphics make for delicious morsels of toddler eye candy. Preschool. --Ian ChipmanBoth simple and charming, the high-contrast, boldly colored graphics make for delicious morsels of toddler eye candy. BooklistThese sturdy board books with rounded corners are solid choices. School Library JournalThe glossy, dramatic artwork and the sturdy pages are a perfect combination for introducing BoBo and shapes to pre-school children. Tucsoncitizen.comThe Go! Go! Bobo board books are bright delights, filled with pictures of a bouncy baby zipping through the air amid a whole series of shapes or colors. Basher manages to make the simple books extra-attractive in several ways. In Shapes, for example, he shows a basic square and then has Bobo bounce through wrapped square packages in front of which square dice are visible. A circle leads to a bounce through buttons and oranges; a heart, to heart-shaped balloons and strawberries; and so on. Transcentury.blogspot.com; Title: Basher: Go! Go! Bobo Shapes | [
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30,641 | 20 | Stories from both the Old and the New Testament are narrated in simple language that captures the integrity of the Bible. . . . delicate and important . . . vivid and full of realism. A great addition to any collections. School Library Journal Trevor Barnes is an award winning host of many BBC documentaries on the subject of religion, as well as BBC World Service news broadcasts, radio shows, and live chat shows. He is also the author of several books including Archaeology in the Kingfisher Knowledge series.; Title: La Biblia Ilustrada para Ninos: Gift edition | [
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30,642 | 12 | [T]his recipe for a human" features particularly clear and simple descriptions of body parts and systems and how they work. . . . [Macnair] presents information on each topical spread in captions and easily digestible blocks of text around a mix of brightly colored photos and digital paintings that depict a diverse array of children and simplified organs. . . . It makes for an accessible supplementary choice. BooklistThis broad, accessible encyclopedia will appeal to browsers because of the 500-plus highly realistic computer-generated illustrations, large fonts, and short paragraphs. . . . [S]cience enthusiasts will enjoy browsing this smorgasbord of information. School Library JournalDr. Patricia Macnair studied Medicine at the University of Bristol in England. After several years working in a variety of hospital specialties, she rekindled an early interest in writing by moving into medical journalism. She currently divides her work equally between clinical duties and journalism; Title: Everything You Need To Know about the Human Body | [
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30,643 | 16 | “Humorous alliterative sentences help budding readers build vocabulary. . . . Bold illustrations on brightly colored pages provide a visual feast for the eyes in this well-executed concept book.” ―The Horn Book“Simon Basher's new Basher: ABC Kids combines Basher's familiar pygmy clothespin-shaped people and globular critters, done up in bold colors set against pastel backgrounds, with tongue-twisting creative captions that anchor and reinforce the sounds of the featured letter and may extend the working vocabulary of early childhood education students. . . . Clever . . . humor[ous] . . . [and] inventive.” ―BooksForKidsBlog“This is an alphabet book with a difference. By using the big, bright Manga-inspired illustrations, young readers, ages 3-6, can begin building up a vocabulary. . . .Upper and lower case letters and an A-to-Z alphabet line on each spread give children multiple tools to learn their ABCs with style and panache.” ―TuscsonCitizen.com“The funny and creative sentences will amuse kids!” ―Buckeyebookworm“[A]n unusually creative alphabet book. Here, Basher characters eat, bounce, dress up, dance, paint and more, all in the service of sentences in which every word begins with the same letter – and some words are significantly more advanced than the ones alphabet books typically contain. . . . The pictures are all quite cute, and a few are outstanding . . . A delightful undercurrent of absurdity keeps the book both surprising and amusing: . . . ABC Kids is both a fine way to learn (or relearn) the alphabet and a great chance to expand vocabulary while thoroughly enjoying some wonderful drawings.” ―Infodad.com“There are many, many, many alphabet books. Yet this is the only one in which the letters are introduced by Basher's distinctive, adorable little icons, so that sets it apart right there. But there's more to this than just cute. The obvious care that has been put into the design, format, and word choices is what makes this a delight. . . . Parents teaching the ABCs will love looking at this as much as their children.” ―Booklist (starred review)“[W]ill enrich and extend a young child's vocabulary. . . . Even with the numerous alphabet books available, this one is a standout and deserves a place in most collections.” ―School Library Journal“This is a full-bore, graphically conspicuous abecedary. . . . Basher's party-colored artwork, boldly outlined images and china-doll faces . . . [grabs] the reader's attention with their chromatic visual pizzazz. . . . The choice of illustrative words is engagingly spot-on . . . with the right amount of challenge; indeed, a number will help build vocabulary as well as letter recognition. . . . And for all those friends of the letters j and x and z, it is a great pleasure for them to get pages of their own, rather than corralled in with the k's and y's.” ―Kirkus ReviewsSimon Basher is the creator/illustrator of the best-selling informational book series that include The Periodic Table, Biology, and Astronomy. His illustration stye is described as a synergy of European graphic design and Japanese Manga character creation.; Title: Basher: ABC Kids (Basher Basics) | [
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30,644 | 15 | answers are simply written, but they don't shy away from scientific language, difficult issues, or remaining mysteries. Children's Literature Carole Stott has written more than twenty books on astronomy and space and is a feature writer for the U.K. magazine Astronomy Now. Carole authored Kingfisher Knowledge: Stars and Planets, I Wonder Why Stars Twinkle and Other Questions About Space, and Astronomy, and she was a chapter contributor to The Kingfisher Science Encyclopedia. Before turning to full-time writing, she was curator and then the head of the observatory at the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, England.; Title: I Wonder Why Stars Twinkle | [
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30,645 | 0 | Series editor, Heather Morris, is a former BBC schools publisher.UK literacy consultant, Hilary Horton, is a senior literacy adviser for Camden Council, LondonSeries authors have also written readers for Oxford Reading Tree, Collins Primary Literacy, DK Readers, Heinemann English Readers and Clifford and Disney Readers.US series editor, Thea Feldman, is the author of over 100 children's books, including several Clifford and Disney Readers. Additionally she has written and edited several My Readers MCPG (US). She is a former editorial director at Scholastic.US literacy consultant, Ellie Costa, is one of the US's foremost literacy specialists. She teaches at Bank Street College of Education; Title: Kingfisher Readers L1: Baby Animals | [
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30,646 | 12 | Sean Callery is an author and elementary- school teacher. He has written several nonfiction books for children including Kingfisher's I Wonder Why There's a Hole in the Sky.Clive Gifford has written more than one hundred nonfiction books for children on a wide range of subjects. He is the author of Kingfisher's Soccer Encyclopedia, Summer Olympics, Kingfisher Knowledge: Spies, and The Kingfisher Book of Living Worlds.Dr. Mike Goldsmith studied the philosophy of time and space at Keele University in the U.K., where he received a PhD in astrophysics. Formerly the head of the U.K.'s National Physical Laboratory, he has written many nonfiction books for children, including Kingfisher's Voyages: Space, and Kingfisher Young Knowledge: Solar System.; Title: Kingfisher Encyclopedia of Everything (Kingfisher Encyclopedias) | [
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30,647 | 12 | Each book in the I Wonder Why . . . series offers an eclectic overview of its subject based largely on examples rather than narrative. Using a question-and-answer format, these charming books encourage readers to meander through all sorts of fascinating tidbits about people and places, piracy, deserts, and inventions. I Wonder Why Countries Fly Flags focuses on geographical issues such as countries and cities locations; distinctive features, such as mountains or canals; language; and culture, including traditional food, clothing, and sports. No matter what the subject, the variety of illustrations, both serious and cartoonish, helps keep the books pages lively and colorful. Grades K-3. --Miriam AroninPHILIP STEELE has written books on history, geography, and cultural and social themes and is the author of many books for Kingfisher, including Navigators: Knights & Castles.; Title: I Wonder Why Countries Fly Flags | [
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30,648 | 18 | Provides young children with an excellent starting point for exploring their universe. Child EducationDesigned to capture the imagination. School Library Journal; Title: I Wonder Why Greeks Built Temples: and Other Questions about Ancient Greece | [
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30,649 | 1 | In addition to images of big eyes and long snouts, which are always a crowd-pleaser, the text helps define vocabulary words through interesting typography...Both educational and kissable, this may well prompt a visit to the zoo. Booklist[The] typography reflects the activities described; the word 'climbing' literally reaches up. Bold backgrounds suit this presentation...Toddlers will be hard-pressed to find more adorable animal tykes anywhere. BooklistKingfisher is an award-winning publisher of non-fiction and fiction for children of all ages. Known around the world for its informative and engaging reference and early learning books, Kingfisher also receives widespread acclaim for its classic anthologies for five- to fourteen-year-olds and original picture books for very young children.; Title: Baby Animals At the Zoo | [
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30,650 | 18 | The word Manhattan is the Dutch corruption of the Delaware peoples (the first settlers) name for the island, Manahatouh. How about that! Facts like these could easily be lost in a traditional history text, but in this magnificently illustrated work, historical happenings and intriguing offshoots are showcased like stars on Broadway. This volume of the Through Time series does what the other volumes have done so well: present historical events and daily life in painstakingly illustrated double-page spreads, each one devoted to one year or one signal event (as in Henry Hudsons landing in 1609, the Worlds Fair of 1939, or Ground Zero). The illustrations, many of them from far overhead, do a great job detailing what people of the time did, along with illustrated insets of further information. The collaborators use the Cotton Club in 1930s Harlem especially well, showing both the inequities of the Depression and the segregation still rampant. A wealth of information in an engaging format. Grades 4-7. --Connie Fletcher[I]n this magnificently illustrated work, historical happenings and intriguing offshoots are showcased like stars on Broadway. This volume of the Through Time series does what the other volumes have done so well: present historical events and daily life in painstakingly illustrated double-page spreads, each one devoted to one year or one signal event. . . . A wealth of information in an engaging format. BooklistThe large trim size, cutaways of Ellis Island and other landmarks and intricate aerial views of Manhattan in the Through Time series entry capture a sense of scale and bustling energy of "the city that never sleeps. Kirkus ReviewsWhile the initial impression is that this is a browsing book, it is in reality more of a research tool, reliant on text to explain the famous city's metamorphosis. School Library JournalOpen the really big cover to reveal the really big pages, and you'll find a really fascinating, magically illustrated book that illuminates the Big Red Delicious. Asbury Park Press; Title: Through Time: New York City | [
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30,651 | 15 | Gr 4-6-This fantastical look at the inner workings of bodies covers a lot of material, including systems, organs, and processes, all using a factory as a metaphor. Each spread, encased in a yellow-and-gray-striped ribbon reminiscent of a construction zone, represents a department. An inset locates the organ or system within a body outline and introduces it. In bright colors, a cross-section of the part(s) under scrutiny is shown with dozens of frenetic workers, pieces of machinery, and equipment presented in small vignettes that illustrate its various functions and features. Numerous speech and thought bubbles build in humor and further details. Labels and occasional diagrams help orient readers. The spreads begin with the brain and proceed in a relatively top-to-bottom order ending with "Reproduction" or the "New Model Planning Unit" and the somewhat incongruous "Pregnancy" or "New Model Production" department. Each panel stands alone, missing opportunities for continuity, although references to other pages are given where appropriate. The busyness of the illustrations mimics the "Where's Waldo" (Candlewick) style and requires close viewing as does the inclusion of Clatterbones, a skeleton that readers are encouraged to locate in many of the spreads. While the frenzy on the pages might not help illuminate the inner workings of the human body, readers will enjoy browsing this lively title.-Carol S. Surges, Longfellow Middle School, Wauwatosa, WI(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.This fantastical look at the inner workings of bodies covers a lot of material, including systems, organs, and processes, all using a factory as a metaphor. . . . Numerous speech and thought bubbles build in humor and further details. Labels and occasional diagrams help orient readers. . . . [R]eaders will enjoy browsing this lively title School Library JournalA bustling crew of miniature pilots, scuba divers, scientists, and others are shown hard at work throughout the body, demonstrating how different systems or organs operate.Dominated by the workers' thoughts and commentary it's an enlightening yet unstuffy guide to the body that begs to be pored over. Publishers Weekly (STARRED); Title: The Human Body Factory: The Nuts and Bolts of Your Insides | [
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30,652 | 15 | Handy as a supplement to a physics curriculum. School Library Journal on Basher Science: PhysicsIt is a fun introduction to a vst topic. School Library Journal on Basher Science: Biology[another] visually appealing introduction to the sciences. . . . [This is a] worthwhile library purchase [that] would make [a] handy curriculum supplement. School Library Journal on Basher Science: ChemistrySimon Basher is the creator and illustrator of more than a dozen best-selling concept books for children including The Periodic Table, Physics, Biology, Astronomy, Math, and Punctuation. Based in London and Tokyo and specializing in "graphic surrealism", Basher's original artwork is regularly exhibited and sold in the UK, Europe, the US and the Asia. Find out more at www.basherworld.com.; Title: Basher Science: Core Science Library | [
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30,653 | 0 | Series editor, Heather Morris, is a former BBC schools publisher.UK literacy consultant, Hilary Horton, is a senior literacy adviser for Camden Council, LondonSeries authors have also written readers for Oxford Reading Tree, Collins Primary Literacy, DK Readers, Heinemann English Readers and Clifford and Disney Readers.US series editor, Thea Feldman, is the author of over 100 children's books, including several Clifford and Disney Readers. Additionally she has written and edited several My Readers MCPG (US). She is a former editorial director at Scholastic.US literacy consultant, Ellie Costa, is one of the US's foremost literacy specialists. She teaches at Bank Street College of Education; Title: Kingfisher Readers L1: Trains | [
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30,654 | 18 | What do gladiators, bad weather, mammals, and pirates have in common? Not a lot subject-wise, but theyre consistently popular topics with kids. Visually reminiscent of DK books, although simpler, the Navigators series delves into the subject at hand with nuggets of easily digestible information in the form of text boxes, word definitions, engaging photographs and artwork, and labeled diagrams. Ancient Greece provides an overview of daily life, art, games, philosophers, and battles and touches on Greeces legacy for the modern world. Structurally consistent, and with an informative Investigate section in the back matter, which includes pertinent websites, books, and museum exhibition suggestions, this series offers the legions of pirate-, animal-, weather-, and ancient civilizationobsessed kids out there a solid resource for school or pleasure, and it should be particularly appealing to reluctant readers. Grades 3-6. --Ann KelleyPhilip Steele has been writing books for children and adults for more than 20 years on a wide range of topics including history, geography and cultural and social themes. He is also the author of a number of popular Kingfisher titles including Legends: Trains, and Navigators: Knights & Castles and Navigators: Rome..; Title: Navigators: Ancient Greece | [] | Validation |
30,655 | 2 | With cartoonlike illustrations and photographs, this title provides a visually appealing introduction to infection and diseases. . . . Each two-page spread is supported by informative sidebars and other notes which are integrated with the artwork. . . . This title will be useful to both science and social studies classes and will demonstrate the changing nature of scientific understanding. Library Media ConnectionFrom end pages featuring eyeballs to rat scientist Professor Ratticus and his insect guides, it is the cartoons that will attract kids to this book. Pithy chapter heads, a colorful, if busy, layout, and a smattering of sensational medical photos will also pique their interest. School LibraryJournalRichard Platt has been writing for children since 1992. One of his books, Castle Diary, was shortlisted for the Kate Maschler Award, The Times Education Supplement award, and a History Today prize. His Pirate Diary won the Kate Greenaway Medal 2002, the Silver Smarties Award 2002, and won the Best Book With Facts' prize in the Blue Peter Book Awards 2003.John Kelly has been an illustrator for more than 20 years, working for Macmillan, DK, Egmont and Scholastic, among others. He has won numerous awards and his picture book Guess Who's Coming for Dinner?, created with his wife, was shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway Award.; Title: Plagues, Pox, and Pestilence | [
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30,656 | 15 | KATHRYN JEWITT has worked in children's books for over 20 years, as both an editor and a writer. She specializes in interactive and pop-up books, working alongside her paper engineer husband. She lives in the Georgian city of Bath with her husband, two children and a very big dog.; Title: 3D Theater: Wild Animals | [
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30,658 | 1 | Barbara Taylor has won numerous awards including the American Association of Physics Science Writing Award and the Geographical Association Gold Award. Deborah Chancellor trained as a primary school teacher before becoming a children's author and editor. Belinda Weber is an author and editor who has written many children's books on natural history, science, history and geography. Dr Mike Goldsmith is Head of Acoustics at the UK's National Physical Laboratory. An author of over 20 non-fiction books for children, he was shortlisted for the Aventis Prize for Science, Junior Section, in 2002 and 2004. Jinny Johnson has written and edited dozens of non-fiction titles for young children on subjects as diverse as birds, creepy-crawlies, endangered animals, the seasons and skeletons.; Title: Discover Science: Maps and Mapping | [
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30,659 | 15 | Simon Basher is the creator and illustrator of more than ten best-selling concept books for children including The Periodic Table, Physics, Biology, Astronomy, Math, and Punctuation. Based in London and Tokyo and specializing in "graphic surrealism", Basher's original artwork is regularly exhibited and sold in the UK, Europe, the US and the Asia. Find out more at www.basherworld.com.; Title: Basher Flashcards: Rocks and Minerals: A Diamond Deck (Basher Science) | [
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30,660 | 1 | This broad, accessible encyclopedia will appeal to browsers because of the 500-plus highly realistic computer-generated illustrations, large fonts, and short paragraphs. . . . [S]cience enthusiasts will enjoy browsing this smorgasbord of information. School Library JournalDougal Dixon has a Master of Science and has a special interest in fossils and evolution. He was presented with the Distinguished Achievement Award for Excellence in Educational Journalism by The Educational Press Association of America,; Title: Everything You Need to Know About Dinosaurs | [
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30,661 | 1 | Simon Basher is the creator and illustrator of more than ten best-selling concept books for children including The Periodic Table, Physics, Biology, Astronomy, Math, and Punctuation. Based in London and Tokyo and specializing in "graphic surrealism", Basher's original artwork is regularly exhibited and sold in the UK, Europe, the US and the Asia. Dan Green edited Basher's The Periodic Table and was the author of Physics, Biology, Astronomy and Rocks and Minerals. He studied Geology at Cambridge University.; Title: Basher Basics: Dinosaurs: The Bare Bones! | [
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30,662 | 12 | This book addresses a number of thought-provoking questions and offers several paragraphs of commentary for each one.There are no definitive answers here. Baggini encourages youngsters to think about questions such as "Can we prove God exists?" and "Why would God allow evil?" and to develop their own ideas and critical-thinking abilities. . . . The bright, modernist cartoon illustrations lighten the heavy subject and provide humorous asides throughout. . . . This is an excellent title for sparking conversation and inspiring personal philosophizing. School Library JournalDr. Stephen Law has written numerous academic papers as well as books for both adults and children including the hugely popular The Philosophy Files.Nishant Choksi is an accomplished illustrator who has created artworks for a number of journal publications including The Guardian, The Wall Street Journal, and NewScientist. ; Title: Really, Really Big Questions About God, Faith, and Religion | [
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30,663 | 18 | PHILIP STEELE is an experienced writer and editor who has been writing books for children and adults on a wide range of topics including history, geography, and cultural and social themes, for over 20 years. He lives in North Wales, United Kingdom.; Title: Kingfisher Readers L3: Ancient Rome | [
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30,664 | 15 | Barbara Taylor has won numerous awards including the American Association of Physics Science Writing Award and the Geographical Association Gold Award.; Title: I Wonder Why Soap Makes Bubbles: And Other Questions About Science | [
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30,665 | 15 | US series editor, Thea Feldman, is the author of over 100 children's books, including several Clifford and Disney Readers. Additionally she has written and edited several My Readers MCPG (US). She is a former editorial director at Scholastic.; Title: Kingfisher Readers L1: Seasons | [
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30,666 | 15 | Sarah Angliss has worked at the Science Museum in London, England organizing exhibitions and demonstrations for children ages 6-14. She has also writen several children's books on applied and contemporary science.Maggie Hewson has taught science to elementary and middle school children for 23 years. Her present school is the recipient of the UK's Science School of the Year award.; Title: Hands-On Science: Electricity and Magnets | [
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30,667 | 15 | by the Editors of Kingfisher; Title: I Wonder Why: Question Express (10-Book Set) | [
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30,668 | 12 | Gr 5 Up-Concise and intriguing, these entries are arranged in chronological sections ("The Middle Ages, 1101-1460," "The World at War, 1914-1949") that open with an overview of the period and present approximately 25 chapter spreads each on various events and figures of the era. The material covers from the ancient world to today and includes snippets on the success of Alexander the Great, the Viking longships design that was created to ward off evil, Florence Nightingale's response to serving in the Crimean War, the birth of the United States, the Cold War, and space exploration. Each chapter features a box listing key dates and pages are capped by a time line that will keep readers in tune with the progress of change. The numerous color illustrations per page include captioned maps and photographs or (on the pages covering earlier times) illustrations of places, artifacts, events, and people. Each section concludes with a deeper look at the arts, architecture, and science and technology of the time. With an engaging writing style and colorful and informative images, this book will have a general appeal that will extend beyond report usage.--Beth McGuire, Hempfield Area School District, Greensburg, PA (c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.This edition of The Kingfisher History Encyclopedia features minor updates to the 2004 revision. The text begins with an introduction and an explanation of what is history. The content is arranged chronologically in 10 sections, from The Ancient World (40,000500 BC) to The Modern World (1950Present Day), and then thematically within each of the time periods. Each section starts with an At a Glance entry, offering a brief overview of the time period via a global map and boxed areas highlighting key events on the various continents. Succeeding entries appear on a single or double-page spread. All of the sections, except for The Modern World, conclude with entries on The Arts, Architecture, and Science and Technology. (The Modern World section concludes with an entry on the War on Terror.) A time line indicating the appropriate time period runs along the top of each page spread and will be helpful for students in tracking places and events. Many entries feature boxed areas highlighting key dates. This text offers a global perspective. Shoguns and Samurai; Venice; Aztecs and Incas; and The Khmer Empire are some of the subjects covered in the section on the Middle Ages. The visually appealing layout includes color images, such as photographs and maps, on every page and features annotations that offer detailed information. The updates in this edition include mention of the execution of Saddam Hussein and the killing of Osama Bin Laden as well as the inclusion of terrorist attacks occurring since the previous edition. The book concludes with an index, acknowledgments, and a Ready Reference section, which offers listings of various dynasties, rulers, and popes, followed by a chronological listing of major wars and a brief list of Internet links for further research. This updated edition would be useful as a homework support for school and public libraries, especially those that own the previous edition. In addition, its appealing and colorful layout and accessible information will lend it to casual browsing by students and adults. Grades 5-12. --Maren Ostergard; Title: The Kingfisher History Encyclopedia (Kingfisher Encyclopedias) | [
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30,669 | 15 | This wonderfully designed book provides an overview of perhaps the most complex scientific topic of all: the human body. Full-color graphs, symbols, maps, cartoons, and flowcharts are the basis of its content, which typifies the emerging genre of infographic-rich nonfiction. Written with the modern tweens propensity for visually represented concepts and strong contextual connections in mind, it includes discussions on a wide range of physiological topics, including genetics, reproduction and human development, the senses, and physical psychology. While illustrations provide the bulk of its content, the book is not devoid of text, as each two-page topic is introduced with a paragraph summarizing the information. (There is also a glossary in the back matter that tackles unfamiliar jargon.) Considering the overwhelming amount of raw information that children are exposed to each day, it only makes sense that they would seek out ways to organize it, and the Picture This books represent successful examples of infographic-heavy, high-interest nonfiction. Grades 4-7. --Erin AndersonMargaret Hynes has worked in publishing for around 15 years. She has written a number of children's titles on topics including English vocabulary, history, science, geography, poverty and population. Margaret has also edited an array of books for adults. Margaret will be the main editor-author of these books, supported by additional writers and consultants.; Title: Picture This! Human Body: Amazing Information-Right Before Your Eyes | [
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30,670 | 1 | Andrew Charman has written more than 50 books for young children, including Kingfisher's I Wonder Why Trees Have Leaves and other questions about plants. He lives in Wales with his wife and son.; Title: I Wonder Why The Dinosaurs Died Out: and Other Questions About Extinct and Endangered Animals | [
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30,671 | 0 | Series editor, Heather Morris, is a former BBC schools publisher.UK literacy consultant, Hilary Horton, is a senior literacy adviser for Camden Council, LondonSeries authors have also written readers for Oxford Reading Tree, Collins Primary Literacy, DK Readers, Heinemann English Readers and Clifford and Disney Readers.US series editor, Thea Feldman, is the author of over 100 children's books, including several Clifford and Disney Readers. Additionally she has written and edited several My Readers MCPG (US). She is a former editorial director at Scholastic.US literacy consultant, Ellie Costa, is one of the US's foremost literacy specialists. She teaches at Bank Street College of Education; Title: Kingfisher Readers L5: Ancient Egyptians | [
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30,672 | 20 | The elegant volume offers accessible, simple text introducing more than 30 saints and angels, as well as illuminating reflections such as "What Is a Saint?" all accompanied by excellent reproductions of fine art. Publishers Weekly Gold-edged pages, a blue ribbon bookmark, heavenly blue and gold endpapers, and a see-through book jacket printed with saints and angels make this an attractive gift book for young people and adults. Children's Literature Claire Llewellyn is a prize-winning author of nonfiction for young readers. In 1991 she was shortlisted for the prestigious TES Junior Information Book Award for MacDonald's Take One: Rubbish, and in 1992 she won that award for My First Book of Time. Since then she has written more than 20 children's books on a wide range of subjects. She is the author of Kingfisher's recent Saints and Angels. Claire lives in Hertford.; Title: Saints and Angels: Popular Stories of Familiar Saints | [
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30,673 | 18 | All books contain double-page articles featuring a particular topic with sidebars for additional information. Illustrations are a mixture of paintings, engravings, and photographs of the period that the reader will enjoy viewing. Readers of all ages will enjoy these books but they are most appropriate for upper elementary students Library Media ConnectionThe books in the All about America series pack a wealth of information into an attractively designed package. Double-page spreads, enhanced with photographs, color illustrations, reproductions, artifacts, maps, and sidebars, introduce each topic in detail. . . . All titles give careful consideration to Native American history, highlighting their displacement, noting that colonists and Indians often attacked each other, and emphasizing that more settlers died of disease than from attacks. A glossary, time line, and suggested books and websites add to this series' research value. BooklistFocusing on specific time periods within American history, the books in the All about America series pack a wealth of information into an attractively designed package. Double-page spreads, enhanced with photographs, color illustrations, reproductions, artifacts, maps, and sidebars, introduce each topic in detail. . . . All titles give careful consideration to Native American history, highlighting their displacement, noting that colonists and Indians often attacked each other, and emphasizing that more settlers died of disease than from attacks. A glossary, time line, and suggested books and websites add to this series' research value. Kirkus ReviewsThese visually appealing titles effectively combine painting, engravings, primary documents, and photographs with cartoon illustrations. . . . The content is interesting and pithy. . . . Great resource for reports and good reading for children interested in the specific periods and places. School Library JournalThis volume takes readers to the goldfields to witness the forty-niners at work and documents the tools they used, the towns they built, and the life they led, which are all part of America's rich mining legacy. TucsonCitizen.com (Shelf Life)Paul Robert Walker has written more than 25 books for adults and younger readers, with a special emphasis on the American West. Among his recent titles, Remember Little Bighorn (National Geographic 2006) received multiples awards including School Library Journal Best Book of the Year, and Remember the Alamo (National Geographic 2007) won the June Franklin Naylor Award, given by the Daughters of the Republic Texas to the best book for children on Texas history. Walker lives in Escondido, California..; Title: All About America: Gold Rush and Riches | [
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30,674 | 18 | Rosie Greenwood is an innovative author and editor with more than twenty years' work in illustrated children's books. She has written about topics as diverse as oceans, horses, pyramids, and stars.; Title: I Wonder Why Columbus Crossed the Ocean: and Other Questions About Explorers | [
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30,676 | 2 | Sean Callery is a writer and primary-school teacher. He has written a number ofinformation books for publishers such as HarperCollins and Which?, as well as musicalsand educational articles.; Title: Life Cycles: Grassland | [
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30,677 | 12 | The book is rich in ideas for linking information about animals with other areas of the curriculum. . . . [T]he many interdisciplinary ideas and the inclusion of opportunities for inquiry using pictures are ideal for [grades Pre-K through grade 3]. . . . [G]ood . . . as a tool to help in preparing differentiated instructional lessons. NSTA RecommendsThis broad, accessible encyclopedia will appeal to browsers because of the 500-plus highly realistic computer-generated illustrations, large fonts, and short paragraphs. . . . [S]cience enthusiasts will enjoy browsing this smorgasbord of information. School Library JournalNicola Davies is a writer, zoologist, and television presenter, and lives in Devon, England. She has written many children's books on everything from human biology, blue whales, and turtles to bats, owls, and climate change.; Title: Everything You Need to Know about Animals: A First Enyclopedia for Budding Zoologists | [
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30,678 | 15 | Simon Basher is the creator and illustrator of The Periodic Table, Physics, Biology, and Astronomy. His characters bridge the gap between edgy Manga and the cuteness of Hello, Kitty!Dan Green wrote Basher's Physics, Biology, Astronomy and Rocks and Minerals. He studied Geology at Cambridge University.Artist and designer Simon Basher has fun playing in the world of contemporary character design. Inspired by a love of simple line work and a rich colour palette, his characters fill the gap between edgy Manga and the cuteness of Hello Kitty!; Title: Basher Science: Technology: A byte-sized world! | [
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30,679 | 6 | Artist and designer Simon Basher has fun playing in the world of contemporary character design. Inspired by a love of simple line work and a rich color palette, his characters fill the gap between edgy manga and the cuteness of Hello Kitty. He lives in England.; Title: Basher Science: Sticker Book: A sticky introduction to the world of science! | [
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30,680 | 16 | These sturdy board books with rounded corners are solid choices. School Library Journalvivid [and] energetic . . . This near-wordless romp encourages tots to pick up some paints of their own. Kirkus ReviewsA great title to encourage toddlers' interactive play, this board book introduces six basic colors, one on each double-page spread. . . . A riot. . . . Kids will want to move from the book to the real world and name the colors all around them. BooklistThe thick pages and clever artwork are a user-friendly way to educate pre-school children about basic colors. Tucsoncitizen.comThe Go! Go! Bobo board books are bright delights, filled with pictures of a bouncy baby zipping through the air amid a whole series of shapes or colors. Basher manages to make the simple books extra-attractive in several ways. . . . In Colors, extra gloss is added to the illustrations, which really "pop," whether they are of rubber ducks and bananas (for "yellow") or of piglets and cupcakes with icing (for pink). Infodad.comSimon Basher is the creator/illustrator of the best-selling informational book series that include The Periodic Table, Biology, and Astronomy. His illustration stye is described as a synergy of European graphic design and Japanese Manga character creation.; Title: Basher: Go! Go! Bobo Colors | [
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30,681 | 15 | Simon Basher is the creator and illustrator of dozens of best-selling concept books for children including The Periodic Table, Physics, Biology, and Astronomy. His characters bridge the gap between edgy Manga and the cuteness of Hello, Kitty! Basher's original artwork is regularly exhibited and sold in the UK, Europe, the US and Asia.Dan Green has written many of the titles in the Basher Science series. He studied Geology at Cambridge University.; Title: Basher Science: Extreme Physics | [
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30,682 | 4 | Simon Abbott lives with his family in Suffolk, UK, and has been illustrating childrens books, toys and games for over 10 years. His favorite subjects to draw are smiley snails and funky fish. When he hasn't got a pencil in his hand, Simon likes to run, and he has completed both the London and Barcelona Marathons.; Title: Pop and Play: Things That Go | [
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30,683 | 1 | Combining fascinating facts with active scenes, this interactive pop-up book in the 3-D Theater series will grab young dinosaur fansand those who read to them. The elaborately detailed spreads introduce exciting factual details about each featured dinosaur, including how huge it was, how it caught its prey and fought off predators, and much more. From swamp and ocean to forest and desert, the habitats come alive on the page, while the carefully constructed pop-ups bring the giant reptiles close, such as Titanosaurus, a huge plant eater that weighed more than two elephants. The deadly dinosaurs are the most dramatic, and the illustrations show off their huge teeth and claws for tearing at their preys flesh. The sturdy pages will not tear easily, even with the constant use that they are sure to get, and older dino fans will love the fact-filled sidebars. Sure to please a wide age range of fans. Grades K-3. --Hazel RochmanKATHRYN JEWITT has worked in children's books for over 20 years, as both an editor and a writer. She specializes in interactive and pop-up books, working alongside her paper engineer husband. She lives in the Georgian city of Bath with her husband, two children and a very big dog.; Title: 3D Theater: Dinosaurs | [
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30,684 | 2 | The layout, colors, and photography are well organized and very eye-catching. These books would be useful for browsing, as well as teaching and researching ecosystems and life cycles. Library Media ConnectionVery appealing to older elementary school or young middle school children, especially if they are looking for unique facts or little-known information about the life cycles of some amazing rain forest creatures. National Science Teachers Association RecommendsSean Callery is a writer and primary-school teacher. He has written a number ofinformation books for publishers such as HarperCollins and Which?, as well as musicalsand educational articles.; Title: Life Cycles: Rainforest | [
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30,685 | 1 | Anita Ganeri is an award-winning author of dozens of children's information books, including the best-selling Horrible Geography' series. The title Planet in Peril won the Blue Peter Book Award for Best Book With Facts 2009. Stephen Savage is a biologist with more than 25 years experience as an environmental educator. Stephen is involved in the study of marine mammals and has also written many books about the natural world.Illustrator Stuart Jackson-Carter has a First Class Honours degree in Scientific Illustration/VisualCommunication. Stuart specializes in photo-real artworks for nature and wildlife books. His clients include Dorling Kindersley, Discovery books and BBC Wildlife.; Title: Lifesize: Ocean: See Ocean Creatures at their Actual Size | [
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30,686 | 18 | Having previously covered several branches of science, Basher joins with coauthor Green to take on U.S. history in the former's unique, irreverent style. Profiles of the 44 Oval Office All-Stars each include a list of six facts, a two-paragraph first-person narrative, and a cartoon illustration with accompanying accoutrement that gives a clue to the presidents story (the odder the better) and what he achieved. Readers might already know a lot of this, but Basher and Green serve it up in a hip, imaginative style and throw in some lesser-known facts, too. For example, James Monroe brought groovy vibes to the nation, and who knew that Jimmy Carter reported seeing a UFO? As usual, Bashers illustrations look like the same little round-headed doll accented with various facial hair, hairstyles, and period attire. (A portrait gallery with a painting or photograph does provide a faithful likeness of each.) Another fun entry, and a detachable poster is included. Grades 4-7. --Randall EnosAs with other Basher books, the humor, bright cartoon illustrations, and conversational ton of this small title will attract young readers. . . . Fun for browsing, this book also offers quick facts and trivia. Library Media ConnectionReaders might already know a lot of this, but Basher and Green serve it up in a hip, imaginative style and throw in some lesser-known facts, too.. . .Another fun entry. Booklist[A]n informative little book ...Though the book is aimed at kids 10 and up, those of us on the far, far end of that age range will find many items of interest in Dan Green's clever text. Bookpage- The Book CaseReading this book will put you on first name terms with every single one of America's head honchos. kidsbookmix.com; Title: Basher History: US Presidents: Oval Office All-Stars | [
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30,687 | 2 | Fiona Waters has spent her entire career in children's books, first as a bookseller and later as an editor. Her anthologies have received great critical acclaim. She lives in the south of England.; Title: Don't Kiss the Frog!: Princess Stories with Attitude | [
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30,688 | 12 | Provides young children with an excellent starting point for exploring their universe. Child EducationDesigned to capture the imagination. School Library JournalAnita Ganeri is an award-winning author of more than 300 nonfiction books for children on subjects including religion, geography and natural history. She is the author of a number of popular Kingfisher titles such as I Wonder Why the Wind Blows and the Kingfisher Little Science Encyclopedia.; Title: I Wonder Why Camels Have Humps: And Other Questions About Animals | [
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30,689 | 18 | Simon Basher is the creator and illustrator of more than a dozen internationally bestselling books for children including the critically acclaimed Basher Science series.Dan Green is the voice of Basher, the author of numerous Basher titles including Physics, Biology, Astronomy, Rocks and Minerals and Human Body.Dr Edward L. Widmer (historical consultant) is currently based at Brown University, Rhode Island, USA. He served as a speechwriter for President Clinton, has written a book on Martin van Buren and co-authored a book on presidential races.Dolores York (editorial consultant) is an experienced author and editor, formerly editorial director of Reader's Digest USA.; Title: Basher History: States and Capitals: United We Stand | [
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30,690 | 13 | Gr 36This colorful and enlightening volume offers examples of exciting, visually arresting paintings and other works of art that tell storiessome historical, some imaginary, some mysterious, all brilliantly rendered by their creators and superbly reproduced here. For instance, Henri Matisse's Icarus brings to life a well-known Greek myth, while Edward Hopper's Automat leaves it to the viewer to decide what's going on. As in the other titles in this highly successful series, the original works are presented on the verso, while the recto contains a brief explanation, conveying just enough information to help young readers understand the works and the stories they tell without becoming overwhelmed. Opening the foldouts on each page reveals a variety of related projects. Some may seem a tad daunting for inexperienced or timid crafters, whose final results may not look as accomplished and polished as those shown. Still, the author encourages children to try and reminds them that their own creations and choice of materials need not exactly resemble those in the book. A variety of media and techniques for the crafts are represented herein, and many artists and works, from different periods, are covered, including a 19th-century Native American who created pictographs on a buffalo hide. VERDICT A great option for browsers and as a supplement in art classes, along with the other titles in the series.Carol Goldman, Queens Library, NYBrooks' goal to convince her readers that art is not just something one observes, but rather something that one does. It's impossible not to be intrigued. . . . The projects range in difficulty from those with beginners skills to those suited for more experienced young artists. . . . Brooks believes that a deeper appreciation of high art can be had by kids, and this revelatory offering encourages them to find it. Booklist, STARRED REVIEW on Get Into Art: Animals; Title: Get Into Art Telling Stories: Discover Great Art and Create Your Own! | [
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30,691 | 16 | Ant Parker is known for his distinctive, vibrant work in books such as Charlie Chick. His artwork has been animated for BBC Children's TV and he illustrated the bestselling Amazing Machines picture-book series. His other titles include the pop-up counting book 10 Little Monsters, and an I Am Reading title: JJ Rabbit and the Monster. Ant lives in London.Tony Mitton has been reading and writing since he was 9. He began writing specifically for children around the age of 40 while still working as a primary school and special needs teacher. He now works full-time as a writer and sometimes performs his poems in schools and libraries and occasionally at other venues, mainly in the UK. His main published work consists of solo collections of lyric and narrative poetry, and verse picture books illustrated by a range of illustrators. His picture books include Down by the Cool of the Pool (with Guy Parker-Rees) and The Somethingosaur (with Russell Ayto). He was recently contracted to rewrite the English verse texts for Dick Bruna's Miffy series of preschool books.; Title: Amazing Machines First Concepts: Numbers | [
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30,692 | 18 | All books contain double-page articles featuring a particular topic with sidebars for additional information. Illustrations are a mixture of paintings, engravings, and photographs of the period that the reader will enjoy viewing. Readers of all ages will enjoy these books but they are most appropriate for upper elementary students Library Media ConnectionThe books in the All about America series pack a wealth of information into an attractively designed package. Double-page spreads, enhanced with photographs, color illustrations, reproductions, artifacts, maps, and sidebars, introduce each topic in detail. . . . All titles give careful consideration to Native American history, highlighting their displacement, noting that colonists and Indians often attacked each other, and emphasizing that more settlers died of disease than from attacks. A glossary, time line, and suggested books and websites add to this series' research value. BooklistFocusing on specific time periods within American history, the books in the All about America series pack a wealth of information into an attractively designed package. Double-page spreads, enhanced with photographs, color illustrations, reproductions, artifacts, maps, and sidebars, introduce each topic in detail. . . . All titles give careful consideration to Native American history, highlighting their displacement, noting that colonists and Indians often attacked each other, and emphasizing that more settlers died of disease than from attacks. A glossary, time line, and suggested books and websites add to this series' research value. Kirkus ReviewsThese visually appealing titles effectively combine painting, engravings, primary documents, and photographs with cartoon illustrations. . . . The content is interesting and pithy. . . . Great resource for reports and good reading for children interested in the specific periods and places. School Library JournalThis volume, part of the "All About America" series, examines what day-to-day life was like as a member of a wagon train, from mishaps and danger to traveling the major trails -- and if you were lucky--reaching your final destination. Painting, engravings, and photographs from the period bring this experience into sharp focus. TucsonCitizen.com (Shelf Life)Ellen Todras is a freelance writer and editor and has written parts of many social studies textbooks. She is the author of Angelina Grimk_Voice of Abolition, a young-adult biography, and The Gettysburg Battlefield, part of the Symbols of American Freedom series. She loves history and enjoys bringing it to life for young people. She lives with her husband in Eugene, Oregon.; Title: All About America: Wagon Trains and Settlers | [
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30,693 | 15 | Handy as a supplement to a physics curriculum. School Library Journal on Basher Science: PhysicsIt is a fun introduction to a vst topic. School Library Journal on Basher Science: Biology[another] visually appealing introduction to the sciences. . . . [This is a] worthwhile library purchase [that] would make [a] handy curriculum supplement. School Library Journal on Basher Science: ChemistrySimon Basher is the creator and illustrator of more than a dozen best-selling concept books for children including The Periodic Table, Physics, Biology, Astronomy, Math, and Punctuation. Based in London and Tokyo and specializing in "graphic surrealism", Basher's original artwork is regularly exhibited and sold in the UK, Europe, the US and the Asia.; Title: Basher Science: Earth Science Library (3-Copy Boxed Set)) | [
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30,694 | 1 | Tony Mitton is a popular children's poet, and author of the award-winning The Red and White Spotted Handkerchief (Scholastic). He has written a number of picture books including Bumpus Jumpus Dinosaurumpus and All Afloat on Noah's Boat (both illustrated by Guy Parker-Rees of Giraffes Can't Dance) and The Somethingosaur (illustrated by Russell Ayto). His other titles include collections of poetry for older children.; Title: Ocean Adventure (Amazing Animals) | [
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30,695 | 6 | TONY MITTON was born in Tripoli, North Africa, and grew up in Africa, Germany, Hong Kong, and England. He divides his time between teaching and writing children's books. He lives in Cambridge, England.; Title: Amazing Machines Tough Trucks Activity | [
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30,696 | 0 | JAMES HARRISON is a writer and editor of children's illustrated titles. Amongst them are My Very First Bible Stories (DK), Astronaut For A Day (Board book, DK), the Kingfisher Children's Encyclopedia of British History and Ripley's Believe It Or Not Special Edition (Scholastic); Title: Kingfisher Readers L5: Space | [
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30,697 | 16 | Each page offers new ways to interact with your child while learning numbers at the same time. Basher: 1, 2, 3 is a charming, creative, and innovative counting book perfect for helping your child learn the first 20 numbers! Good Reads with RonnaThe use of simple shapes, multiple colors, a variety of minimally depicted figures (which a child might see in a kindergarten classroom), big numbers, and ample background space is a winning combination. Kirkus ReviewChildren will love counting the animals, interpreting their movements, and noticing bits like the holes in the socks of those freaky frogs. They will be able to identify colors and find the different expressions on the speedy snails driving their red racecars. School LibraryJournalAuthor, artist and designer Basher is the creator of Basher's ABC, Go! Go! Bobo a brand-new series of chunky board books about shapes, colours, time and opposites as well as the phenomenal Basher Basics and Basher Science series, which have sold more than a million copies around the world.; Title: Basher: 123 | [
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30,698 | 13 | Brooks' goal to convince her readers that art is not just something one observes, but rather something that one does. It's impossible not to be intrigued. . . . The projects range in difficulty from those with beginners skills to those suited for more experienced young artists. . . . Brooks believes that a deeper appreciation of high art can be had by kids, and this revelatory offering encourages them to find it. Booklist, STARRED REVIEW on Get Into Art: AnimalsSusie Brooks has a first class history of art degree and has worked as an editor and writer of children's non-fiction and picture books for over ten years. She's an artist herself and does occasional art workshops with young children.Susie Brooks is also the creator of the artwork projects in this book.; Title: Get Into Art Places: Discover Great Art And Create Your Own! | [
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30,699 | 4 | Whether these books reside in a classroom or are part of a home library, youngsters will be entertained as they become acquainted with the interesting world of amazing machines. Children's LiteratureTony Mitton is a widely anthologized children's poet, as well as a teacher and performing poet. His Royal Raps won the 1997 Nottinghamshire Libraries/Dillons Children's Book Award. His recent collection of poetry, "Plum," won the Publishers Weekly 2003 Cuffies Award for Best Book of Poetry. Tony teamed with illustrator Ant Parker on several books, including Dazzling Diggers, Roaring Rockets, and Terrific Trains.Ant Parker studied drawing and printing at the Bath Academy of Art in England and has taught papermaking, printing and bookbinding workshops for children. Toddlers and parents around the globe have discovered the irresistible appeal of his wacky cartoon characters in Flashing Fire Engines, Terrific Trains, Dazzling Diggers, and Roaring Rockets. Other titles include Charlie the Chicken and Desmond the Dog.; Title: Amazing Machines Story Box: 5 Paperbacks in a Carry Case | [
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