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Jim Crow and Policing

Kevin P. Winn, Kelisa Wing (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534190276

Jim Crow and Policing explores the unjust laws and law enforcement policies Black people have faced in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. Developed in conjunction with educator, advocate, and author Kelisa Wing to reach children of all races and encourage them to approach our history with open eyes and minds. Books include 21st Century Skills and content, as well as activities created by Wing. Also includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, educational matter, and activities.

Macaroni and Cheese: An Out-of-the-Box Story

Julie Knutson (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534190122

Explore all the aspects of your favorite food: macaroni and cheese! From the first known plating, to the creative and wacky flavors across cultures and history, this book traces the transformations of the macaroni and cheese we have today. Also includes a recipe, so readers can create their own, unique riff on macaroni and cheese. Whether you prefer your macaroni and cheese from a box or homemade, this book is sure to excite. Aligned to curriculum standards, text highlights key 21st Century content including Global Awareness and Economics. Books in this series include table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, and sidebars.

Juneteenth

Kevin P. Winn, Kelisa Wing (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534190283

Juneteenth explores the history around the celebration in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. Developed in conjunction with educator, advocate, and author Kelisa Wing to reach children of all races and encourage them to approach our history with open eyes and minds. Books include 21st Century Skills and content, as well as activities created by Wing. Also includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, educational matter, and activities.

Flipping Out for Pancakes

Julie Knutson (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534190115

Explore all the aspects of your favorite food: pancakes! From the first known plating, to the creative and wacky flavors across cultures and history, this book traces the transformations of the pancakes we have today. Also includes a recipe, so readers can create their own, unique riff on a pancake. Whether you call them flapjacks or crepes, there's no denying that pancakes are great! Aligned to curriculum standards, text highlights key 21st Century content including Global Awareness and Economics. Books in this series include table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, and sidebars.

Desegregation and Integration

Kevin P. Winn, Kelisa Wing (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534190252

Desegregation and Integration explores the intents and effects of both concepts--especially as it relates to schools and education--in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. Developed in conjunction with educator, advocate, and author Kelisa Wing to reach children of all races and encourage them to approach our history with open eyes and minds. Books include 21st Century Skills and content, as well as activities created by Wing. Also includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, educational matter, and activities.

Doughnuts: The Hole Story

Julie Knutson (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534190139

Explore all the aspects of your favorite treat: doughnuts! From the first known plating, to the creative and wacky flavors across cultures and history, this book traces the transformations of the doughnuts we have today. Also includes a recipe, so readers can create their own, unique riff on a doughnut. No matter how you spell them, donuts or doughnuts, they sure are delicious! Aligned to curriculum standards, text highlights key 21st Century content including Global Awareness and Economics. Books in this series include table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, and sidebars.

Education Activism

Virginia Loh-Hagan (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534190368

Learn all about education activism, from creating inclusive classrooms to ending school shootings. Get a global look at the history of the movement, meet the activists involved, and celebrate some of the legal victories! Each chapters end with a call to action, so kids can feel inspired to get involved in their own communities. This high-interest book is written at a lower reading level for struggling readers. Considerate text and engaging art and photographs are sure to grab even the most reluctant readers. Series includes a table of contents, sidebars, bibliography, glossary, index, and author biography.

Among Us: Beginner's Guide

Josh Gregory (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534190597

Almost overnight, Among Us went from a little-known indie game to one of the world's biggest multiplayer hits. Readers will discover how the game was made and find out everything they need to succeed in online matches. Includes table of contents, author biography, sidebars, glossary, index, and informative backmatter.

A Story to Taco Bout

Julie Knutson (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534190085

Explore all the aspects of your favorite food: tacos! From the first known plating, to the creative and wacky flavors across cultures and history, this book traces the transformations of the tacos we have today. Also includes a recipe, so readers can create their own, unique riff on a taco. Whether you celebrate Taco Tuesday or not, this book is sure to excite. Aligned to curriculum standards, text highlights key 21st Century content including Global Awareness and Economics. Books in this series include table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, and sidebars.

Atrocities in Action

Kevin P. Winn, Kelisa Wing (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534190290

Atrocities in Action explores the various forms of violent and cruel oppression Black people have endured over the years in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. Developed in conjunction with educator, advocate, and author Kelisa Wing to reach children of all races and encourage them to approach our history with open eyes and minds. Books include 21st Century Skills and content, as well as activities created by Wing. Also includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, educational matter, and activities.

Burgers: What's the Beef?

Julie Knutson (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534190092

Explore all the aspects of your favorite food: burgers! From the first known plating, to the creative and wacky flavors across cultures and history, this book traces the transformations of the burgers we have today. Also includes a recipe, so readers can create their own, unique riff on a burger. Whether you take your burgers with cheese or bacon, this book is sure to excite. Aligned to curriculum standards, text highlights key 21st Century content including Global Awareness and Economics. Books in this series include table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, and sidebars.

Seattle Gas Works Park

Julie Knutson (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534172531

Learn more about how Seattle's Gas Works Park went from unused brownfield land to vibrant urban park and art space. Explore the logistics of repurposing the land and meet the people who made it happen. The book showcases a range of 21st century skills -- from "Flexibility & Adaptation" to "Creativity & Innovation"--and shows how moving away from a tear-down culture towards one of reuse helps tackle a host of critical challenges facing our planet and population. Thought-provoking questions and hands-on activities encourage the development of critical life skills and social emotional growth. Books in this series include table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and infographics.

Rittenhouse SoundWorks

Julie Knutson (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534172524

Learn more about how Philadelphia's Rittenhouse SoundWorks went from abandoned historic building to vibrant recording studio. Explore the logistics of renovating the building and meet the people who made it happen. The book showcases a range of 21st century skills -- from "Flexibility and Adaptation" to "Creativity and Innovation"--and shows how moving away from a tear-down culture towards one of reuse helps tackle a host of critical challenges facing our planet and population. Thought-provoking questions and hands-on activities encourage the development of critical life skills and social emotional growth. Books in this series include table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and infographics.

Project Row Houses

Julie Knutson (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534172562

Learn more about how Houston's Project Row Houses went from abandoned historic housing to vibrant art center and studio space. Explore the logistics of repurposing the land and buildings and meet the people who made it happen. The book showcases a range of 21st century skills -- from "Flexibility & Adaptation" to "Creativity & Innovation"--and shows how moving away from a tear-down culture towards one of reuse helps tackle a host of critical challenges facing our planet and population. Thought-provoking questions and hands-on activities encourage the development of critical life skills and social emotional growth. Books in this series include table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and infographics.

Pingree Farms

Julie Knutson (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534172579

Learn more about how Detroit's Pingree Farms went from vacant industrial city block to vibrant urban farm and community center. Explore the logistics of repurposing the land and meet the people who made it happen. The book showcases a range of 21st century skills -- from "Flexibility & Adaptation" to "Creativity & Innovation"--and shows how moving away from a tear-down culture towards one of reuse helps tackle a host of critical challenges facing our planet and population. Thought-provoking questions and hands-on activities encourage the development of critical life skills and social emotional growth. Books in this series include table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and infographics.

Newbern Library

Julie Knutson (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534172548

Learn more about how Alabama's Newbern Library went from empty bank building to vibrant library and community space. Explore the logistics of repurposing the building and meet the people who made it happen. The book showcases a range of 21st century skills -- from "Flexibility & Adaptation" to "Creativity & Innovation"--and shows how moving away from a tear-down culture towards one of reuse helps tackle a host of critical challenges facing our planet and population. Thought-provoking questions and hands-on activities encourage the development of critical life skills and social emotional growth. Books in this series include table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and infographics.

Born in 1954: Oprah Winfrey and Sonia Sotomayor

Julie Knutson (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534160378

Born in 1954--learn how media executive and philanthropist Oprah Winfrey and Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor broke down gender and racial barriers in their fields. Aligned with curriculum standards, this book also highlights key 21st Century content: Global Awareness and Civic Literacy. Thought-provoking content and a hands-on activity encourage critical thinking and civic engagement. Book includes table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and timeline.

Born in 1947: Hillary Clinton and Temple Grandin

Julie Knutson (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534160361

Born in 1947--learn how politician Hillary Clinton broke down gender barriers and how animal welfare pioneer Temple Grandin created new industry standards for the treatment of livestock. Aligned with curriculum standards, this book also highlights key 21st Century content: Global Awareness, Civic Literacy, and Health Literacy. Thought-provoking content and a hands-on activity encourage critical thinking and civic engagement. Book includes table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and timeline.

Born in 1929: Anne Frank and Martin Luther King Jr.

Julie Knutson (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534160323

Born in 1929--learn how diarist Anne Frank used her voice to stand up for human dignity and how activist Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy impacted the civil rights movement. Aligned with curriculum standards, this book also highlights key 21st Century content: Global Awareness and Civic Literacy. Thought-provoking content and a hands-on activity encourage critical thinking and civic engagement. Book includes table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and timeline.

Born in 1919: Fred Korematsu and Jackie Robinson

Julie Knutson (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534160347

Born in 1919--learn how civil rights activist Fred Korematsu stood up against injustices to Japanese Americans and how professional baseball player Jackie Robinson challenged segregation. Aligned with curriculum standards, this book also highlights key 21st Century content: Global Awareness, Civic Literacy, and Economic Literacy. Thought-provoking content and a hands-on activity encourage critical thinking and civic engagement. Book includes table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and timeline.

The High Line

Julie Knutson (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534172500

Learn more about how New York City's High Line park went from abandoned elevated railway to vibrant urban park and art space. Explore the logistics of repurposing the land and meet the people who made it happen. The book showcases a range of 21st century skills -- from "Flexibility & Adaptation" to "Creativity & Innovation"--and shows how moving away from a tear-down culture towards one of reuse helps tackle a host of critical challenges facing our planet and population. Thought-provoking questions and hands-on activities encourage the development of critical life skills and social emotional growth. Books in this series include table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and infographics.

Born in 1930: Harvey Milk and Dolores Huerta

Julie Knutson (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534160354

Born in 1930--learn how politician and activist Harvey Milk used his voice to overturn policies that targeted LGBT people and how labor reformer Dolores Huerta fought for working rights for Mexican/Latinx laborers. Aligned with curriculum standards, this book also highlights key 21st Century content: Global Awareness, Civic Literacy, and Economic Literacy. Thought-provoking content and a hands-on activity encourage critical thinking and civic engagement. Book includes table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and timeline.

Born in 1907: Rachel Carson and Frida Kahlo

Julie Knutson (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534160330

Born in 1907--learn how environmentalist Rachel Carson and artist Frida Kahlo used their voices to break gender barriers in their fields and stand against the negative effects of industrialization and urbanization. Aligned with curriculum standards, this book also highlights key 21st Century content: Global Awareness, Civic Literacy, and Health Literacy. Thought-provoking content and a hands-on activity encourage critical thinking and civic engagement. Book includes table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and timeline.

Born in 1820: Harriet Tubman and Susan B. Anthony

Julie Knutson (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534160316

Born in 1820--learn about abolitionist Harriet Tubman's pivotal role in the Underground Railroad and how women's rights activist Susan B. Anthony's voice lead the women's suffragist movement. Aligned with curriculum standards, this book also highlights key 21st Century content: Global Awareness, Civic Literacy, and Economic Literacy. Thought-provoking content and a hands-on activity encourage critical thinking and civic engagement. Book includes table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and timeline.

Virtual Learning

Martin Gitlin (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534149021

Education has come a long way thanks to technology, from learning in a classroom at a set schedule to learning virtually anywhere at anytime. In Virtual Learning in the Disruptors in Tech series, readers will discover how technology has and continues to disrupt how, where, and when students learn. Series includes a table of contents, tech-forward sidebars, a timeline, glossary, index, and author biography.