Deborah Heiligman schrijft al sinds haar tijd bij Scholastic News, kort na haar studie, voor kinderen. Sindsdien heeft ze meer dan dertig boeken geschreven voor kinderen en tieners, waaronder prentenboeken, fictie en non-fictie, en non-fictie en fictie voor jongvolwassenen. Haar nieuwste werk verkent het leven van de gebroeders van Gogh. Heiligman staat bekend om haar meeslepende stijl die jonge lezers aanspreekt en complexe onderwerpen toegankelijk maakt.
The narrative follows the journey of a caterpillar as it explores its surroundings and undergoes transformation. Through vivid illustrations and engaging storytelling, readers are invited to discover the mysteries of nature and the process of metamorphosis. Themes of growth, change, and curiosity are woven throughout, making it an enchanting read for young audiences eager to learn about the life cycle of butterflies.
With Sweets, Lights, and Fireworks
Beautiful, dynamic photographs and brief, lively text introduce readers to the joyous holiday of Diwali, evoking the celebrations of Hindus, Sikhs and Jains around the world. In Deborah Heiligman's inviting global odyssey of the Hindu holiday we learn that Diwali celebrates the triumph of good over evil, and of light over darkness. Although celebrated differently in different places, Diwali is universally viewed as a time of great joy, celebrated with fireworks, sweets, and gifts. Celebrate Diwali brings to life the holiday's traditions, food, and celebration rituals. The informative back matter includes Diwali recipes, a glossary, a Diwali card game, a map, and a resource list of books and Web sites. Also included is a note to parents and teachers from the book's consultant, Dr. Vasudha Narayanan. National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources.
The expertise of the New York Public Library combines with Deborah Heiligman's enthusiastic approach to research for kids in this personable guide. In one volume, students will discover how to use the library, card catalog and online catalogs, where to look for videos and other visual resources, keys to researching on the Internet, tips on selecting a topic and taking notes, and much more.
Beautifully told, this is the true story of the relationship between brothers Theo and Vincent van Gogh.
Tinka is a cool dog, a school dog, a breaking all the rules dog.A hall dog, a ball dog, a crash-into-the-wall dog. Join Tinka, a dandy, sandy Golden Retriever, as she unexpectedly visits her owner at school and helps his class learn to read. Bright illustrations rendered in acrylic paint add to the excitement in this playful back-to-school story about a boy and his "loves-to-hear-a-book" dog. The author and illustrator of Cool Dog, School Dog have donated this book to the Worldreader program
With Colored Eggs, Flowers, and Prayer
Celebrating Easter from a global perspective, this National Geographic volume showcases over 25 vibrant photographs that capture diverse traditions. Readers will explore various customs, including the iconic Easter Egg Roll at the White House, traditional bonfires in Europe, and the popular practice of dyeing eggshells. This visual journey highlights the joyous and multifaceted ways Easter is observed around the world, offering insights into cultural variations of this significant Christian holiday.
With Carols, Presents, and Peace
An introduction to the customs related to the holiday of Christmas.
