Suzanne Slade Boeken

The captivating true story of NASA's effort to land the first man on the Moon is told through powerful free verse and stunning illustrations. An inspiring testament to American grit, teamwork, and ingenuity, Countdown presents exhilarating, informative, and accessible free verse by award-winning author Suzanne Slade paired with historic photographs and detailed illustrations by New York Times best-selling illustrator Thomas Gonzalez. Together, they capture the gripping historic story of NASA's twentieth century efforts to conquer a new space frontier. Through triumph and tragedy, success and failure, an entire nation is glued to the high-stakes, 2,979-day mission as eighteen astronauts climb into spacecraft; three men die before even leaving the ground; eight rockets soar into space; and four hundred thousand people―engineers, technicians, scientists, mathematicians, and machinists―join Project Apollo in pursuit of making a dream a reality.

The true story of the high-flying Harlem Globetrotters -- the team that changed basketball forever.

Exploring the mysteries of Mars, this book delves into the planet's Earth-like characteristics and the scientific quest to uncover its secrets. Following the launch of the HiRISE camera in 2005, readers are taken on a journey through stunning, high-resolution images that reveal Mars’ landscapes, including deserts and volcanoes. Award-winning author Suzanne Slade presents this visual feast with elegant prose, appealing to space enthusiasts and STEAM fans alike. The book showcases NASA's renewed interest in Mars and highlights the excitement of ongoing exploration.

Lyrical text and gorgeous illustrations plunge readers into an undersea exploration of the mysterious, accomplished octopus and its astonishing abilities. Behold the octopus! This remarkable animal hides beneath the seas, so you may not realize that it is one of the most incredible, talented creatures on our planet. Fortunately, this nonfiction picture book from an award-winning team reveals the fascinating features of the glorious octopus, such as lights that attract prey, legs that walk on land, and the ability to change color and shape to match their surroundings and even masquerade as other animals. The sparse, narrative text is perfect for curious picture book readers looking to learn, while sidebars and back matter share additional interesting details. A BCCB Blue Ribbon Book! A Chicago Public Library 'Best of the Best' Book A Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year - Outstanding Merit

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Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about Dr. Anthony Fauci! The perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers—as well as fans of all ages!This Little Golden Book about Dr. Fauci--the chief medical advisor to many US presidents and America's doctor during the Covid-19 pandemic--is an inspiring read-aloud for young children.Look for more Little Golden Book • Barack Obama• Ruth Bader Ginsburg• Joe Biden• Kamala Harris• Sonia Sotomayor

This inspirational and dazzlin' story of Dolly Parton-noted singer, songwriter, and humanitarian-follows her rise to fame, from her beginnings in East Tennessee to performing to thousands at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville.

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Annie's joyful exuberance and her family's whole-hearted support leave no doubt that her dream is within her grasp. This delightful story, which includes the real-life experiences of women astronauts, encourages young readers to pursue their dreams and re

When read forward and backwards, this clever and thought-provoking flip-it story demonstrates that there’s more than one way to think about someone who might seem “different” at first glance. It isn’t easy to say hi to someone new, is it? Told from the perspective of a student, The New Kid Welcome (or Welcome the New Kid when flipped) presents readers with two versions of what happens when a "new kid" joins the protagonist's school. In the first half of the book, the student tells us that they don’t want to be nice to the new kid or welcome them into their group simply because they seem different. In the second half, the same lines of the story are placed in reverse order. When read this way, the student encourages us to say hello to someone new, saying they will share their table and snacks. With a simple flip of the story, feelings of intolerance give way to those of inclusion and kindness. Precise, thoughtful text and inclusive illustrations combine to create a perfect tool for promoting acceptance and a kinder world. After all... It is easy to say hi to someone new, isn’t it?