Reference Books For Children

Author : Elizabeth McCallum,Jane Scott
Publisher : Canon Press & Book Service
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781591280507

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The Book Tree by Elizabeth McCallum,Jane Scott Pdf

Once upon a time, a carpenter entered a forest and happened upon a wolf wearing a feathered cap. Quick, whose side are you on? If you don't know, then keep reading. Stories provide a roadmap for life. This is because stories are life. But oftentimes it's easiest to understand where we are when we can look through other eyesfrom the perspective of someone else, living somewhere else, somewhen else.If you thought you knew The Book Tree, think again. Jane and Elizabeth have updated this charming book with over 100 new book reviews, and whimsical illustrations from recommended titles are scattered throughout. New formatting and four indexes (title, author, illustrator, and subject) make it easier than ever to browse for that next well-worn favorite.

Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2022-09-06
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780744078084

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DK Children's Encyclopedia by DK Pdf

The ultimate book of knowledge for kids aged 7 to 9, this thorough children's encyclopedia contains all the homework answers your kids will need, explained clearly and checked by experts. An engaging, traditional-style general reference book for kids covering all the key subjects including Arts, People, History, Earth, Nature, Science, Technology, Space, and the Human Body in alphabetical order. This encyclopedia for children is a must-have resource for every student's shelf, with age-appropriate, jargon-free text accompanied by stunning, detailed images covering over 240 topics all in one place, from science and nature to history and the arts. Essential for any child who wants to discover as much as possible about the world around them. Packed with information, each single-page entry in this fabulous kid's encyclopedia features a key topic explained in a concise manner accompanied by gorgeous visuals, fun facts about the world and extensive cross-references revealing the links between subject areas. Kids can learn about Ancient Rome, chemistry, evolution, microscopic life, robots, Vikings, and so much more. Written, edited, and designed by a team of experts, vetted by educational consultants, and properly levelled to the reading age, this is the ultimate knowledge book for kids. Explore, Wonder And Learn! The ultimate illustrated children's encyclopedia packed with thousands of incredible and essential facts on favorite subjects! Beautiful illustrations, colorful maps, and magnificent photographs bring every single page to life. Inspiring and informative, the DK Children's Encyclopedia is a book of wonder that will absorb and engage children of all ages. This kid’s educational book covers topics like: - Storytelling, changing the world, music and war - Films, technology, inventions, food and clothes - Explorers, planets and pets - And so much more!

Author : Baby Professor
Publisher : Speedy Publishing LLC
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2017-12-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781541924611

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When I Grow Up I Want To Be _________ | A-Z Of Careers for Kids | Children's Jobs & Careers Reference Books by Baby Professor Pdf

Most kids want to be doctors or teachers because these are the professionals that they usually see. Open your child’s eyes to endless possibilities. Let him/her know that there are a plethora of other options when it comes to choosing careers. Get him/her to dream and slowly work on turning those dreams to reality. Start by reading this career reference book today!

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 554 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Encyclopedias and dictionaries
ISBN : UOM:39015051610437

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The World Book Encyclopedia by Anonim Pdf

An encyclopedia designed especially to meet the needs of elementary, junior high, and senior high school students.

Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2016-11-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781465462787

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First Children's Dictionary by DK Pdf

With over 3,000 definitions, this updated edition First Children's Dictionary is an ideal reference book for children five and older who are eager to expand their vocabulary. A go-to reference book featuring nouns, adjectives, and verbs, First Children's Dictionary helps children learn how to describe the world around them. Designed with highly visual pages showcasing stunning photography and easy-to-understand text, this dictionary is not intimidating and teaches young readers essential research skills while teaching them useful word definitions. With over 700 illustrations, children will learn about opposites, similar words, and word origins, alongside phonetic spellings and word games. From using a dictionary to word histories that show where words come from, First Children's Dictionary is the perfect beginning reference book for kids.

Author : Anita Silvey
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 0618618775

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100 Best Books for Children by Anita Silvey Pdf

By selecting only 100 "best books" Silvey distinguishes her guide from all the others and makes it possible to give young readers their literary heritage in the childhood years.

Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2019-08-20
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781465491909

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First History Encyclopedia by DK Pdf

Key history topics are simply explained in this friendly and informative reference book. First History Encyclopedia covers everything a child needs to know about historical events. It follows the curriculum for grades 1 through 6 and provides a strong foundation for history learning through the rest of the school years. It's the perfect homework help book to support children as they begin to learn about history. This history book is part of DK's best-selling First Reference series. It introduces exciting areas of history that will get kids hooked on learning about the past, including the Romans, Ancient Egypt, the Vikings, World War I, and World War II.

Author : E. B. White
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2015-03-17
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780062406781

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Charlotte's Web by E. B. White Pdf

Don’t miss one of America’s top 100 most-loved novels, selected by PBS’s The Great American Read. This beloved book by E. B. White, author of Stuart Little and The Trumpet of the Swan, is a classic of children's literature that is "just about perfect." Illustrations in this ebook appear in vibrant full color on a full-color device and in rich black-and-white on all other devices. Some Pig. Humble. Radiant. These are the words in Charlotte's Web, high up in Zuckerman's barn. Charlotte's spiderweb tells of her feelings for a little pig named Wilbur, who simply wants a friend. They also express the love of a girl named Fern, who saved Wilbur's life when he was born the runt of his litter. E. B. White's Newbery Honor Book is a tender novel of friendship, love, life, and death that will continue to be enjoyed by generations to come. It contains illustrations by Garth Williams, the acclaimed illustrator of E. B. White's Stuart Little and Laura Ingalls Wilder's Little House series, among many other books. Whether enjoyed in the classroom or for homeschooling or independent reading, Charlotte's Web is a proven favorite.

Author : Bank Street College of Education. Children's Book Committee
Publisher : Teachers College Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Best books
ISBN : 080775014X

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The Best Children's Books of the Year by Bank Street College of Education. Children's Book Committee Pdf

The Children's Book committee has selected the best recently published books for children and young adults in this easy-to-use, annotated, and beautifully illustrated guide. This special edition of the annual series celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Bank Street list that parents, librarians and teachers have come to rely on. This expanded volume includes tips for selecting age-appropriate books and a "best of" list of classic literature of the last century.

Author : Carolyn W. Lima,John A. Lima
Publisher : New York : R.R. Bowker
Page : 976 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : Catalogs, Subject
ISBN : UOM:39076000911078

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A to Zoo by Carolyn W. Lima,John A. Lima Pdf

Author : Jerry Craft
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2019-02-05
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780062691217

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New Kid by Jerry Craft Pdf

Winner of the Newbery Medal, Coretta Scott King Author Award, and Kirkus Prize for Young Readers’ Literature! Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier and Gene Luen Yang, New Kid is a timely, honest graphic novel about starting over at a new school where diversity is low and the struggle to fit in is real, from award-winning author-illustrator Jerry Craft. Seventh grader Jordan Banks loves nothing more than drawing cartoons about his life. But instead of sending him to the art school of his dreams, his parents enroll him in a prestigious private school known for its academics, where Jordan is one of the few kids of color in his entire grade. As he makes the daily trip from his Washington Heights apartment to the upscale Riverdale Academy Day School, Jordan soon finds himself torn between two worlds—and not really fitting into either one. Can Jordan learn to navigate his new school culture while keeping his neighborhood friends and staying true to himself? This middle grade graphic novel is an excellent choice for tween readers, including for summer reading. New Kid is a selection of the Schomburg Center's Black Liberation Reading List. Plus don't miss Jerry Craft's Class Act!

Author : Maurice Sendak
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 1988-11-09
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780064431781

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Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak Pdf

Max is sent to bed without supper and imagines sailing away to the land of Wild Things,where he is made king.

Author : Dorling Kindersley
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2015-09-23
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0241186986

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Picturepedia by Dorling Kindersley Pdf

Explore the wonders of history, space, the natural world and more with Picturepedia. Packed with over 10,000 stunning photographs and illustrations, it's a mini-encyclopedia for kids on every page! From astonishing insects and outer-space to musical instruments and fascinating animals, Picturepedia explains every topic under (and including) the sun. Uncover the secrets of prehistoric life using photographs, explore the human body through graphics and discover galleries of musical instruments in Picturepedia. Ideal for homework, projects or young curious minds, Picturepedia is a must-have encyclopedia for kids.

Author : DK
Publisher : Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2019-07-04
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780241416327

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First How Things Work Encyclopedia by DK Pdf

All the most important science topics for kids, from magnets and sound waves to flight and search engines, are simply explained in this fun and informative illustrated STEM book for children studying KS1 and KS2 subjects. First How Things Work Encyclopedia covers everything children aged 5-9 need to know. What makes rockets go? How does electricity work? Why do we sometimes see rainbows in the sky? This book follows the curriculum for Key Stages 1 and 2 and provides a strong foundation for science and STEM learning through the rest of the school years. This is the perfect homework help ebook to support children as they begin to learn about the inner workings of the world around them. It introduces exciting areas of science that will get kids hooked on learning about how things work, including levers, light bulbs, engines, and roller-coasters. This book sits in DK's popular First Reference series, which is perfect for kids who want to explore the world around them.

Author : Penny Smith
Publisher : Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Page : 307 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2010-02
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781405352734

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First Children's Encyclopedia by Penny Smith Pdf

Discover everything you ever wanted to know about anything with this first reference for young readers and writers , in ebook format An inspiring and comprehensive collection of the best in the DK First Reference series, all gathered together in one superb volume. From prehistoric life to space travel, bacteria to the human brain help your child discover all about the world we live in. They�ll discover how life on Earth began, how the human body works, how people lived in Ancient Egypt, why some dinosaurs were so huge, what makes machines work, the countries of the world and much, much more. Full of fantastic photos, bite-sized facts and quiz questions kids will love getting their teeth into, there's lots to see and explore. Perfect for homework or just for fun. Go ahead; let your child find out more about everything!