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PEW! The Stinky and Legen-dairy Gift from Colonel Thomas S. Meacham

Cathy Stefanec Ogren (author) Lesley Breen (illustrator)

Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press ISBN: 9781668918128

In 1835, Colonel Thomas S. Meacham wanted to give the president of the United States a present that celebrated the achievements of his upstate New York farming community. Believing that big is always better, he decided a colossal, legen-dairy gift was in order: a wheel of cheese measuring four feet in diameter, two feet thick, and weighing 1,400 pounds. Transporting the cheese to Washington D.C. was another big undertaking. It traveled by wagon and by ship, before being delivered to the White House on New Year's Day in 1836. But with a big cheese comes a big smell, and after a year the president had a stinky situation on his hands. How can he get rid of this cheesy gift? Readers of all ages will enjoy this slice of American history. Back matter includes science facts on cheese making.

Gertie, The Darling Duck of WWII

Shari Swanson (author) Renée Graef (illustrator)

Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press ISBN: 9781668918074

In 1945, the attention of the United States, along with the rest of the world, was focused on World War II. After more than five years of fighting, downcast, war-weary people were looking for signs of hope of a better future. One April morning, a duck searching for a nesting spot lands on a tall post sticking out of the Milwaukee River. Situated near a busy drawbridge and the noisy city of Milwaukee, this was an unlikely, precarious spot for a soon-to-be-mama duck to build her nest. But that is exactly where Gertie (named by a local reporter) decides to make her home and lay her eggs. Once local newspapers report the story, crowds begin visiting the bridge to watch Gertie and speculate how she will safely hatch her babies. Soon, news outlets around the world are carrying the hopeful tale of the plucky duck, raising spirits, and giving readers a shared sense of community.

If I Skated with Saber Toothed Cats

Jenna Lee Gleisner (author) Kathryn Inkson (illustrator)

Publisher: Jump Library ISBN: 9781636909530

A young girl imagines what it would be like to go back in time and play hockey against sabertoothed cats during the last Ice Age, before they went extinct. Readers will learn how sabertoothed cats lived and hunted in packs in a fun, fictional format. Action packed illustrations and carefully leveled text engage young readers in a supportive educational fiction reading experience. Children can learn more about sabertoothed cats using Fact Surfer, our safe online search engine that provides relevant, age appropriate websites. This book also features a diagram, a picture glossary, an index, a table of contents, and tools for teachers and caregivers.

If I Wandered with a Woolly Mammoth

Jenna Lee Gleisner (author) Kathryn Inkson (illustrator)

Publisher: Jump Library ISBN: 9781636909561

A young boy imagines what it would be like to go back in time and travel with a herd of woolly mammoths during the last Ice Age, before they went extinct. Readers will learn how woolly mammoths lived and traveled in the snow and survived sabertoothed cat attacks in a fun, fictional format. Action packed illustrations and carefully leveled text engage young readers in a supportive educational fiction reading experience. Children can learn more about woolly mammoths using Fact Surfer, our safe online search engine that provides relevant, age appropriate websites. This book also features a diagram, a picture glossary, an index, a table of contents, and tools for teachers and caregivers.

If I Gardened with a Giant Ground Sloth

Jenna Lee Gleisner (author) Kathryn Inkson (illustrator)

Publisher: Jump Library ISBN: 9781636909448

In If I Gardened with a Giant Ground Sloth, a young girl imagines what it would be like if a giant ground sloth lived in the present day and helped her plant and harvest a garden. Readers will learn how giant ground sloths lived during the last Ice Age and how they would live if they existed now in a fun, fictional format. Action packed illustrations and carefully leveled text engage young readers in a supportive educational fiction reading experience. Children can learn more about giant ground sloths using Fact Surfer, our safe online search engine that provides relevant, age appropriate websites. This book also features a diagram, a picture glossary, an index, a table of contents, and tools for teachers and caregivers.

If I Played Baseball with Dodo Birds

Jenna Lee Gleisner (author) Kathryn Inkson (illustrator)

Publisher: Jump Library ISBN: 9781636909479

In If I Played Baseball with Dodo Birds, a young boy imagines what it would be like to go back in time and play baseball with dodos during the last Ice Age, before they went extinct. Readers will learn how dodos lived in a fun, fictional format. Action packed illustrations and carefully leveled text engage young readers in a supportive educational fiction reading experience. Children can learn more about dodos using Fact Surfer, our safe online search engine that provides relevant, age appropriate websites. This book also features a diagram, a picture glossary, an index, a table of contents, and tools for teachers and caregivers.

If I Played Ring Toss with a Woolly Rhinoceros

Jenna Lee Gleisner (author) Kathryn Inkson (illustrator)

Publisher: Jump Library ISBN: 9781636909509

In If I Played Ring Toss with a Woolly Rhinoceros, a young boy imagines what it would be like to go back in time and play ring toss with a woolly rhinoceros and her calf during the last Ice Age, before they went extinct. Readers will learn how woolly rhinoceroses lived in a fun, fictional format. Action packed illustrations and carefully leveled text engage young readers in a supportive educational fiction reading experience. Children can learn more about woolly rhinoceroses using Fact Surfer, our safe online search engine that provides relevant, age appropriate websites. This book also features a diagram, a picture glossary, an index, a table of contents, and tools for teachers and caregivers.

If I Dined with Dire Wolves

Jenna Lee Gleisner (author) Kathryn Inkson (illustrator)

Publisher: Jump Library ISBN: 9781636909417

A young girl imagines what it would be like to go back in time and hunt and eat with dire wolves during the last Ice Age, before they went extinct. Readers will learn how dire wolves hunted and lived in packs in a fun, fictional format. Action packed illustrations and carefully leveled text engage young readers in a supportive educational fiction reading experience. Children can learn more about dire wolves using Fact Surfer, our safe online search engine that provides relevant, age appropriate websites. This book also features a diagram, a picture glossary, an index, a table of contents, and tools for teachers and caregivers.

Giants of the Jurassic

Louise Nelson (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798885096010

Allosaurs hunted with sharp teeth, and Steogosaurs developed bones like armor to stay safe from fierce predators. It's no wonder dinos ruled Earth back in the Jurassic period. But what about creatures flying high in the sky or the predators lurking under the waves? Many of those animals were not dinos. Become a paleontologist of the Jurassic as you explore colorful illustrations and fabulous fossil photos to take a trip back in time and discover who was and was not a dino.

Terrors of the Triassic

Louise Nelson (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798885096034

At first, small dinos scampered along on small legs. But it wasn't long before long-necked sauropods began to tower over the landscape. It's no wonder dinos ruled Earth back in the Triassic period. But what about other fierce creatures roaming the land and lurking under the waves? Many of those animals were not dinos. Become a paleontologist of the Triassic as you explore colorful illustrations and fabulous fossil photos to take a trip back in time and discover who was and was not a dino.

Creatures of the Cretaceous

Louise Nelson (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798885096003

Tyrannosaurus rex had sharp teeth that could bit through bone, and Triceratops must have been an intimidating sight with their large frills and prominent horns. It's no wonder dinos ruled Earth back in the Cretaceous period. But what about creatures flying high in the sky or predators lurking under the waves? Many of these animals were not dinos. Become a paleontologist of the Cretaceous as you explore colorful illustrations and fabulous fossil photos to take a trip back in time and discover who was and was not a dino.

Chocolate Chip Cookies

Catherine C. Finan (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798885095792

Chocolate chip cookies are delicious, but did you know they were a mistake? Oops! Learn the story of how this accidental invention turned into a favorite treat. Simple text and fun photos prove we can create wonders from whoops-es!

Bubble Gum

Catherine C. Finan (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798885095785

Pop! Bubble gum is a fun treat, but did you know it was first made by mistake? Oops! Learn the story of how this accidental invention turned into a favorite candy. Simple text and fun photos prove we can create wonders from whoops-es!

Hedy Lamarr and Classified Communication

Virginia Loh-Hagan (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534130821

The 21st Century Junior Library Women Innovators series highlights the contributions of women to STEM fields. Hedy Lamarr and Classified Communication examines the life of this important woman and her contributions to modern technology like Wi-Fi, GPS, and Bluetooth. Sidebars encourage readers to engage in the material by asking deeper questions or conducting individual research. Full color photos, a glossary, and a listing of additional resources all enhance the learning experience.

Alice H. Parker and the Furnace

Virginia Loh-Hagan (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534130791

The 21st Century Junior Library Women Innovators series highlights the contributions of women to STEM fields. Alice H. Parker and the Furnace examines the life of this important woman and her contributions to the modern home heating systems. Sidebars encourage readers to engage in the material by asking deeper questions or conducting individual research. Full color photos, a glossary, and a listing of additional resources all enhance the learning experience.

You Let the Cat Out of the Bag!

Cynthia Amoroso (author) Mernie Gallagher-Cole (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503866133

Did you let the cat out of the bag? Well, don't cry over spilled milk! Learn the meaning and origin of these unusual sayings and many more in this engaging, informative book. Colorful, humorous illustrations and clear examples help readers better understand idioms and how to use them. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary, critical-thinking questions, sources for further research, an introduction to the author and illustrator, and an index.

You're Clean as a Whistle!

Cynthia Amoroso (author) Mernie Gallagher-Cole (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503866140

Clean as a whistle! What does that mean exactly? Learn the meaning and origin of this unusual phrase and many more in this engaging, informative book. Colorful, humorous illustrations and clear examples help readers better understand idioms and how to use them. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary, critical-thinking questions, sources for further research, an introduction to the author and illustrator, and an index.

Wishbones

Janie Havemeyer (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503866508

Explores the superstition surrounding wishbones, examines where the superstition came from, how and why it has continued to affect people over time, and whether people still believe it today. Additional features include a table of contents, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

Toothy Dinos

Josh Anderson (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503865945

This book explores scientific research and amazing discoveries of toothy dinosaurs such as Spinosaurus. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, informative captions and fun facts, infographics, sources for further research, an index, an introduction to the author, and critical-thinking questions to help readers connect with the text.

Walking Under a Ladder

Mary Bates (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503866492

Explores the superstition surrounding walking under a ladder, examines where the superstition came from, how and why it has continued to affect people over time, and whether people still believe it today. Additional features include a table of contents, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

There's a Bug in My Ear!

Cynthia Amoroso (author) Mernie Gallagher-Cole (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503866034

Is there a bug in your ear? What does that mean exactly? Learn the meaning and origin of this unusual phrase and many more in this engaging, informative book. Colorful, humorous illustrations and clear examples help readers better understand idioms and how to use them. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary, critical-thinking questions, sources for further research, an introduction to the author and illustrator, and an index.

The Curse of the Evil Eye

Clara MacCarald (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503866416

Explores the superstition surrounding the curse of the evil eye, examines where the superstition came from, how and why it has continued to affect people over time, and whether people still believe it today. Additional features include a table of contents, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

The Early Bird Catches the Worm!

Cynthia Amoroso (author) Mernie Gallagher-Cole (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503866102

Have you ever wondered where the phrase 'the early bird catches the worm' came from? Well, let's get this show on the road and find out! Learn the meaning and origin of these unusual sayings and many more in this engaging, informative book. Colorful, humorous illustrations and clear examples help readers better understand idioms and how to use them. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary, critical-thinking questions, sources for further research, an introduction to the author and illustrator, and an index.

Speedy Dinos

Josh Anderson (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503865938

This book explores scientific research and amazing discoveries of speedy dinosaurs such as Velociraptor. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, informative captions and fun facts, infographics, sources for further research, an index, an introduction to the author, and critical-thinking questions to help readers connect with the text.

Salt

Joanna K. Cooke (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503866485

Explores the superstition surrounding what happens when someone spills salt, examines where the superstition came from, how and why it has continued to affect people over time, and whether people still believe it today. Additional features include a table of contents, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.