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Collins Big Cat ― So You Want A Pet?: Purple/Band 08
Anne Rooney
Paperback (Collins, April 1, 2015)From dogs and cats to stick insects and sea monkeys, there are many types of pets. Which one is right for you?• Purple/ Band 8 books offer developing readers literary language, with some challenging vocabulary.• Text type—information book.• This non-fiction report includes a glossary and index on page 21, as well as a summary on pages 22-23 that allows the reader to look back at all the pets’ needs.• Curriculum links—science: "Pupils should be taught to. . . identify and name a variety of common animals."
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The 1950s and 1960s
Anne Rooney Etc
Hardcover (Chelsea House Publications, May 1, 2009)Following the Second World War, fashion became available to a wider population for the first time as mass-production clothing filled the stores. This book details how men and women dressed in their daily lives and for special occasions.
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Solar Power
Anne Rooney
Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Hi-Lo Must reads, July 15, 2007)Explains how solar radiation can be turned into heat and electricity, describes the elements used in collecting solar energy, and discusses the importance of finding renewable energy resources.
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Costume Around the World China
Anne Rooney
Library Binding (Chelsea Clubhouse, April 1, 2008)Looks at the costumes and clothing worn in different countries around the world, considering topics such as how the international community can influence modern fashion and clothes made for special ceremonies.
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Computer Science and It
Anne Rooney
Paperback (Raintree, Aug. 14, 2014)When Ben discovers that his Facebook page has been changed, he is seriously worried! This book looks at the topics of computer science and communications technology to explain how Ben's laptop and network has been compromised, and how the systems administrator, network manager, and police investigators can track down the person carrying out the cyber attack.
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Creative and Media Careers
Anne Rooney
Library Binding (Amicus, July 1, 2010)"Describes jobs in the creative and media sectors. Includes information on actors, sound engineers, journalists, designers, and more, covering their responsibilities and training needed. Also includes profiles of workers in the industry"--Provided by publisher.
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Computers
Anne Rooney
Paperback (Heinemann, Dec. 14, 2005)Computers affect all areas of our lives, yet they have only been around for about 50 years. Today they are among our most powerful tools. This book looks at the cutting edge of computer technology today, and how simple ideas and dreams will help shape the future. Find out: How computers help solve crimes. Why do some robots look like snakes? What cyber threats is the world is facing?
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1990s
Anne Rooney
Hardcover (Franklin Watts Ltd, Nov. 27, 2008)None
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Making Charts
Anne Rooney
Library Binding (Black Rabbit Books, July 30, 2005)Colorful illustrations and simple text enhance this instruction in assembling material for graphs and displaying them electronically.
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Whizz Kids Word Power: Be a Whizz with Microsoft Word
Anne Rooney
Paperback (Big Fish, Dec. 31, 2001)Here's the "Word": it's a whizz for kids to create cool documents. If you're sick of writing out thank-you letters, bored with black titles on your school papers, or want a really special birthday-party invitation, get your computer to help you! A Mac or PC with Word on it can turn those dull tasks into fun times--especially when you have this manual with all its operating secrets, from undoing a mistake to setting a style. Just start up the system and see what's on the menu. Once you've picked an option, begin "filling in the blanks" by typing text (big and bold, if you'd like), adding images, making your own notepaper, writing a color-coded play, and even "drawing" a poster. So--why use a pen again?
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Bizarre Buildings
Anne Rooney
Paperback (Hachette Children's Group, Sept. 11, 2014)'Slipstream' is a new generation of reading resources specifically designed for struggling and reluctant readers. Through exciting and carefully levelled texts, they enable readers to accelerate their reading experience. The 350-word text is levelled at those with a reading age of 7-9, but its engaging content makes it perfect for a wide range of older readers too.
