Books with author Christine Taylor-Butler

Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy is honored with a beautiful memorial in the center of Washington, D.C., the nation's capital.A True Book: National Parks series allows readers to experience spectacular vistas and natural landscapes, as well as interact with the rich tapestry of American History. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.Readers will learn about King's life and accomplishments, how the memorial was planned and built, its integration with surrounding Tidal Basin monuments, and much more.

Unlike most other planets, Venus can be seen from Earth's surface with the naked eye. Only the moon burns brighter in the night sky.A True Book: Space series dives into the many components that make each planet distinctive and exceptional, as well as explore many of the other components that make up Space. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.Readers will learn why Venus's thick clouds help make the planet so hot and why its days last so long. They will also get an up-close look at Venus's remarkable land features and find out how scientists have studied the harsh surface of the planet.

For kids who dare to do make things ooze, pop, stink, and erupt.Create exploding toilet volcanoes, oozing sink slime, and bubbling bathtub cauldrons...all in the name of science! Each step-by-step experiment uses household and other easy-to-find materials so the young scientist’s lab can be equipped quickly, inexpensively, and—for those who might worry—safely. Bathroom Science highlights the materials, the method, and the scientific "why" behind every experiment. Best of all, Bathroom Science makes science as simple (and occasionally explosive) as going to the bathroom.We’ve packed in 101 kid-challenging experiments, including... *Turn Your Toilet into a Volcano *Steam Up a Secret Message *Fill the Sink with Booger Slime *Give Bathwater an Eerie Glow *The Cackling Chicken of Death, and *Make Your Own Stink Bomb (Eew!)The folks who brought you Uncle John’s Bathroom Reader...creating the next generation of mad (and amazing) scientists, one kid at a time! (Bwa-ha-ha!)

When scientists first began altering genes to change the traits of living things, they unlocked an entirely new branch of science: genetics.Genes are the blueprints for all life. Readers (Grades 3-5) will get an overview of the science behind genetics and find out how genetics have changed our world. They will also meet some of the biggest innovators in genetics history and find out where the field is heading next.

Ever wonder about the actual duties of the President of the United States.A True Book: American History series allows readers to experience the earliest moments in American history and to discover how these moments helped shape the country that it is today. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.This book examines the status and many duties of the presidency, discussing its history and some of the men who have filled the political office in the past.

Located 1.7 billion miles away from Earth, Uranus resembles a blue-green sphere floating in the distance.A True Book: Space series dives into the many components that make each planet distinctive and exceptional, as well as explore many of the other components that make up Space. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.Readers will find out which gases make up the bulk of this faraway planet and why it has only been visited by spacecraft a single time. They will also learn about Uranus's more than two dozen moons and discover how scientists are working to learn more about this remarkable planet.

Mount Everest — a place of mystery, majesty, and unparalleled beauty — rises into the sky higher than any other mountain on Earth. Many stories have been told about the dangers and triumphs of climbing to the summit; but few have been written about the Sherpa, the people who have lived on the mountain for centuries and consider it sacred. Known for their bravery, strength and skill in navigating the mountain's treacherous slopes, Sherpas have played a crucial role in Mount Everest's exploration since the 1920s. In recent years, however, increasing tourism has threatened the mountain's fragile ecosystem. The Sherpa now face the challenge of restoring and protecting this sacred mountain for their future and for the world. With stunning photographs and engaging text, Sacred Mountain presents a unique picture of Mount Everest — its history, its ecology, and especially its people — that will captivate readers of all ages.