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1) Animals
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It's fun to learn about the wonderful world of animals! Readers take a charming guided tour around the world to discover a wide variety of amazing animals and the incredible habitats they call home. From moose that live in Canada to giraffes that are found in Zimbabwe, readers learn about specific animals and the countries where they can be found. Colorful photographs of these cool creatures are presented alongside delightful illustrations of relatable...
2) Food
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Where does ramen come from? How are tacos eaten in Mexico? How is Italian pizza different from the kinds eaten in other countries? Readers have fun answering these questions during a culinary quest to find some of the world's most beloved and unique foods. Delicious dishes are shown in detail in colorful photographs, and fun facts give readers a deeper appreciation for this aspect of culture. A map is provided to help readers trace their journey,...
3) Sports
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Kids who love sports are sure to enjoy this fun adventure that teaches them about different sports played around the world. Illustrated characters take readers to their countries, where they learn about what sports are popular there-from baseball in Cuba and cycling in France to cricket in South Africa and rugby in New Zealand. Maps with clear labels are included to help readers visualize where each featured country is located. In addition, colorful...
4) Australia
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The land down under is halfway around the world from North America. It has summer when we have winter. Just imagine going to a warm beach on New Year's Day! In this book, readers can head there with just the turn of a page. Australia's most famous landmarks, art, and history are all included in the accessible, friendly text, all presented by a kid narrator for readers to relate to. A mix of full-color photographs of notable foods, sports, and festivals,...
5) India
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India is the second-most populous country on Earth. It's also home to the roots of civilization and some very old cultures! In this book, readers embark on a road trip with a young narrator heading to all the major sites in India. From the glory of the Taj Mahal to the bustling streets of Mumbai, the art, history, and geography of India are included in the accessible main text. Fact boxes add additional information as full-color photographs illustrate...
6) Buildings
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Readers journey from the Empire State Building in New York City to the Taj Mahal in India in this delightful guide to global architecture. Colorful illustrated kids guide readers on this tour, serving as representatives of their home countries. They share fun facts about some of the most prominent buildings in those countries-from South African stadiums to religious buildings in the United Arab Emirates and Colombia. These buildings are shown in detail...
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The United States is a vast country. Even those who live there don't have a chance to see it all! From Niagara Falls to the Everglades, it's full of interesting natural geography in addition to the huge cities of Los Angeles, California; New York, New York; and Houston, Texas. In this book, readers road trip across America with a kid guide ready to see all the big sites. Including geography, history, art, and other curricula supporting information,...
8) South Africa
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South Africa is home to some of the most beautiful geography on Earth! From Table Mountain to Cape Town, this nation may be lovely, but it has a tumultuous history. Nonetheless, a road trip around South Africa is on many tourists' bucket lists! In this book, readers get to hop in the car with a young narrator traveling around South Africa. The main content includes topics supportive of social studies curricula, including geography, history, and landmarks,...
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IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
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Technology solves problems to make our lives better. From telephones to video games, who do we have to thank for our favorite technological wonders? Follow along with engaging illustrations, captivating photos, and fun text to learn all about the scientists, engineers, and inventors who were brilliant people with big ideas.
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Many of the things we throw away end up in landfills. Some of it winds up in our forests and waterways. As landfills pile high and pollution trashes our planet, Earth is in danger. Learn how the little things can add up to reduce waste and save the world. Fun illustrations, exciting photos, and encouraging text make having an impact easy!
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IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Have you flown on a plane or traveled by train? Do you know the people who made these moving marvels possible? From the bike to the hot air balloon, who do we have to thank for these amazing moving inventions? Follow along with engaging illustrations, captivating photos, and fun text to learn all about the scientists, engineers, and inventors who were brilliant people with big ideas.
12) Food Inventors
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IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
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What is your favorite food? Do you know the first person to make this tasty treat or yummy meal? From tasty frozen pizzas to colorful cotton candy, who do we have to thank for our favorite food inventions? Follow along with engaging illustrations, captivating photos, and fun text to learn all about the chefs, scientists, and food inventors who were brilliant people with big ideas.
13) Healthy Body
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The body has many different systems that help us do different things. Our muscles and bones let us move around. The immune system protects us against getting sick. All parts of our body help us live well. A mix of scientific information and fun examples makes it easy to learn how our bodies works and the ways we can make them healthier.
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IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
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The world is a wild place. Sometimes, sticking together makes life a little easier. Learn all about animals in the grasslands that join together to stay safe, find something to eat, and make a home. Colorful illustrations and engaging photos pair with lively text to tell the story of fun and fascinating animal families.
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From rivers and streams to mountains and forests, life on Earth is all balanced around ecosystems. However, ecosystems are being polluted. How can we help the planet? Simple actions we can take every day can make a big difference! Learn how the little things can add up to save ecosystems and the world. Fun illustrations, exciting photos, and encouraging text make having an impact easy!
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IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
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Some of the things we use every day started as big mistakes. From the sticky note to the potato chip, who do we have to thank for these accidental inventions? Follow along with engaging illustrations, captivating photos, and fun text to learn all about the scientists, engineers, and inventors who were brilliant people with big ideas.
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From the foods that we eat to the ways we make them, our food waste affects the size of our carbon footprint. The bigger our carbon footprint, the more greenhouse gas is in the air. This contributes to climate change. How can we help the planet? Simple actions we can take every day can make a big difference! Learn how ditching food waste can minimize our carbon footprint and save the world. Fun illustrations, exciting photos, and encouraging text...
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IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
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The world is a wild place. Sometimes, sticking together makes life a little easier. Learn all about animals in the jungle that join together to stay safe, find something to eat, and make a home. Colorful illustrations and engaging photos pair with lively text to tell the story of fun and fascinating animal families.
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Take a trip to Austria! Start in the city of Vienna, where lots of famous musicians have lived. Then, head into nature to see the beautiful Alps that cover more than half of the country. And don't forget to ride Vienna's Giant Ferris Wheel! Learn all about Austria as you explore the country through this fun and engaging book.
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Take a trip to Belgium! Start in the city of Brussels, where you'll find more than 150 museums. Then, dress as a clown and go to the Carnival of Binche. And don't forget to try a famous Belgian waffle! Learn all about Belgium as you explore the country through this fun and engaging book.