Rebecca Rissman Boeken

When Houston fifth-grader Audrey's ingenuity helps the Apollo 11 astronauts during their 1969 Moon landing, her dream of becoming a NASA scientist one day, despite sexism, seems possible.

This amazing book utilizes real-size photographs to teach young learners about different plant parts. Instead of using words alone to explain the appearance and function of leaves, roots, flowers, seeds, and stems, this book conveys information with accurately-sized photographs.

Provides step-by-step instructions on how to create extreme nail art, from gems to glitter and a little big of gore, find everything your need to make your hands stand out.

This book takes readers on a journey through the night to discover the world of nocturnal animals living in their own backyards. This title focuses on mice, showcasing their behavior, habitat, diet, and the things they get up to when we're asleep!

This book teaches readers about what field trips are, why people take field trips, and what you can learn from a field trip to a zoo.

Read Playing with Friends to learn how games, hobbies, and sports have changed over time! Photographs and clear text compare and contrast modern and historical amusements in a child-friendly format, making this a great tool for discussing how life has changed over the years.

"Do you want to show your fearless fashion sense to the world? With bold ripped T-shirt designs, metal accessories, and much more, you'll find your own way to stand out from the crowd."--Publisher's description.

This amazing book utilizes real-size photographs to teach young learners about different types of rocks and soil. Instead of using words alone to explain the appearance and composition of different types of rocks and soil, this book conveys information with accurately-sized photographs. Simple, leveled text helps readers access this information and build vocabulary."

This title teaches readers that all families are different, and that some families include brothers and sisters. A family tree shows readers how people in families are related to each other.

This title teaches readers that all families are different, and that some families include foster parents.

Guide readers through the decision-making process with this simple title that shows possible outcomes for common choices. Clear photographs present the scenario and possible outcomes, while simple text asks readers What would you do? Brief explanations after each scenario spark conversation for a deeper discussion of the issue.

Explore the behaviors and environments of mountain animals.

"Full-color images and simple text introduce young readers to duck-billed dinosaurs, including their physical characteristics, habitats, and diets"--

Guide readers through the decision-making process with this simple title that shows possible outcomes for common health-related choices. Clear photographs present the scenario and possible outcomes, while simple text asks readers What would you do? Brief explanations after each scenario spark conversation for a deeper discussion of the issue.

Introduces the animals who build homes on the ground. Experience augmented reality by downloading the free Capstone 4D app and scan pages for access to additional content.

The book invites readers to discover New Hampshire through its top ten attractions, including museums, parks, and beaches, while highlighting the state's rich history. A unique "New Hampshire by Map" feature aids in locating these sites, enhancing the learning experience. Additionally, a dedicated section offers essential state facts, including its motto, capital, population, and local cuisine, making it an informative guide for anyone interested in exploring the Granite State.

This book takes readers on a journey through the night to discover the world of nocturnal animals living in their own backyards. This title focuses on barn owls, showcasing their behaviour, habitat, diet and the things they get up to when we're asleep!

"Skincare and makeup tips and tricks for teens and tweens"--

This book teaches readers about what field trips are, why people take field trips, and what you can learn from a field trip to a museum.

"Fashion tips and tricks for teens and tweens"--

The book delves into the catastrophic explosion at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in 1986, exploring the immediate chaos and the long-term consequences for the region and its inhabitants. It provides an in-depth analysis of the disaster's impact on the environment, health, and the socio-political landscape of Ukraine, highlighting personal stories and the broader implications of nuclear energy safety. Through detailed accounts and research, it sheds light on both the human and ecological toll of one of history's worst nuclear accidents.

Exploring Connecticut's attractions, readers will discover the top ten sites and activities that highlight the state's museums, parks, coastlines, and historical significance. The book includes a Connecticut by Map feature for easy location of these sites, along with a special section detailing essential state information such as the motto, capital, population, and local cuisine. This engaging guide not only informs but also enhances skills in summarization and identification of key landmarks.

Introduce readers to the five senses through these colorful titles. Each book focuses on one sense and the associated sensory organs. Bright and clear photographs show readers a variety of sensation, and simple graphics illustrate how the sensory organs function.

This title teaches readers that all families are different, and that some families include role models. Role models from outside the family are also discussed.

This title teaches readers that all families are different, and that some families include grandparents. A family tree shows readers how people in families are related to each other.

This title teaches readers that all families are different, and that some families include cousins. A family tree shows readers how people in families are related to each other.

This book teaches readers about what field trips are, why people take field trips, and what you can learn from a field trip to a park.

This book teaches readers about what field trips are, why people take field trips, and what you can learn from a field trip to a beach.

This book teaches readers about what field trips are, why people take field trips, and what you can learn from a field trip to a concert.

This book teaches readers about what field trips are, why people take field trips, and what you can learn from a field trip to a stadium.

This book teaches readers about what field trips are, why people take field trips, and what you can learn from a field trip to a farm.

Guide readers through the decision-making process with this simple title that shows possible outcomes for common pet-related choices. Clear photographs present the scenario and possible outcomes, while simple text asks readers What would you do? Brief explanations after each scenario spark conversation for a deeper discussion of the issue.

Guide readers through the decision-making process with this simple title that shows possible outcomes for common choices. Clear photographs present the scenario and possible outcomes, while simple text asks readers What would you do? Brief explanations after each scenario spark conversation for a deeper discussion of the issue.

This amazing book utilizes real-size photographs to teach young learners about insect body parts. Instead of using words alone to explain the appearance and function of wings, legs, antennae, and bodies, this book conveys information with accurately-sized photographs.

This book takes readers on a journey through the night to discover the world of nocturnal animals living in their own backyards. This title focuses on hedgehogs, showcasing their behaviour, habitat, diet and the things they get up to when we're asleep!

This amazing book utilizes real-size photographs to teach young learners about different animals. Instead of using words alone to explain the appearance and size of mammals, amphibians, reptiles, fish, and birds, this book conveys information about scale and proportion with accurately-sized photographs.

Find out what's involved in becoming a fashion photographer from a top professional in the field. You'll find out about the photographer's heroes, the equipment and skills he uses, and the challenges of producing amazing photos of fashion and models!

Read Going to the Doctor to learn how medicine has changed over time! Photographs and clear text compare and contrast modern and historical hospitals in a child-friendly format, making this a great tool for discussing how life has changed over the years.

This book takes readers on a journey through the night to discover the world of nocturnal animals living in their own backyards. This title focuses on bats, showcasing their behaviour, habitat, diet and the things they get up to when we're asleep!

Read Cooking and Eating to learn how food preparation has changed over time! Photographs and clear text compare and contrast modern and historical cooking methods in a child-friendly format, making this a great tool for discussing how life has changed over the years.

Read Going to School to learn how education has changed over time! Photographs and clear text compare and contrast modern and historical schools in a child- friendly format, making this a great tool for discussing how life has changed over the years.

Edmontosaurus and other duckbilled dinosaurs had beaks and strong teeth to eat tough plants. Many of these plant-eaters could communicate with other dinosaurs using the crests on their heads. Find out more about the duckbilled dinosaurs that walked the earth millions of years ago.

Raptors like Velocirpator were small, deadly dinosaurs. These carnivores and omnivores may have looked like birds, but they couldn't get off the ground. Bold images, colourful maps, and interesting facts take readers back to a time when these deadly hunters walked the earth. This book supports common core standards.

Get to know the steps, performances and dancers who added their signature style to tap dancing. From Fred Astaire to Savion Glover to Chloe Arnold, Today's Tap Dancing: Beyond Tap Shoes and Fancy Footwork will have you stomping, shuffling and doing the paradiddle across the dance floor.

Get to know the steps, performances and dancers who added their signature style to this graceful dance form. From Anna Pavlova to Mikhail Baryshnikov to Misty Copeland, Today's Ballet: More than Pointe Shoes and Pirouettes will have you perfecting your plie, fouette, and arabesque.

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