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Books with author Christine Taylor-Butler

  • The Food Pyramid

    Christine Taylor-Butler

    Paperback (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2008)
    Introduces the food pyramid, which gives a guideline of the correct proportions of each food group to eat each day, combined with exercise, to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
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  • The Respiratory System

    Christine Taylor-Butler

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, March 1, 2008)
    An introduction the the human respiratory system.This book introduces readers (Grades 3-5) to the respiratory system, explaining why and how people breathe, how each organ works, and how certain diseases can influence respiration.
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  • Fish

    Christine Taylor-Butler

    Paperback (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2013)
    Deep below the surface of Earth's rivers, lakes, and oceans, there exists an underwater world where more than 30,000 species of fish spend their lives swimming and searching for food. Readers will discover how fish can breathe underwater, why their bodies are perfectly suited for swimming, and how they reproduce. They will also find out why some fish thrive at the lowest depths of the ocean while others are right at home in shallow lakes.
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  • The Congress of the United States

    Christine Taylor-Butler

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2007)
    Describes the legislative branch of the United States government, and discusses each of its two parts, how it works, its origins, and notable events in its history, including impeachments and declarations of war.
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  • Planet Earth

    Christine Taylor-Butler

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Feb. 1, 2014)
    Earth stands out as the only planet in the solar system that is known to support life. Even though this remarkable planet is our home, we still have plenty to learn about it. Readers will discover why Earth is so perfectly suited for hosting a variety of life forms. They will also learn how ancient philosophers used their observations to learn about Earths role in the solar system and how modern scientists are studying the planet today.
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  • Insects and Spiders

    Christine Taylor-Butler

    Paperback (Children's Press, Sept. 11, 2013)
    Spiders and insects have a lot in common. Both are small animals with many legs, and most people do not like them.A True Book: Animal Kingdom series introduces young investigative readers to animal species, their habitats, unique abilities as well as an up-close look at the dangers these animals face today and find out how humans can help keep all animal species from disappearing forever. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study. While these creepy crawlers are similar in many ways, they are actually different kinds of animals. Readers will discover what sets insects and spiders apart and learn how different species are suited for their many habitats around the world.
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  • Mercury

    Christine Taylor-Butler

    Paperback (Scholastic, Aug. 16, 2005)
    Book by Taylor-Butler, Christine
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  • Michelle Obama

    Christine Taylor-Butler

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Feb. 1, 2015)
    Traces the life of the United States' first African American first lady, describing her childhood, education, and family, as well as initiatives she's undertaken since Barack Obama was elected president.
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  • The Supreme Court

    Christine Taylor-Butler

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2007)
    Discusses how a case reaches the Supreme Court; recounts its origins and history, particularly the time of John Marshall, which established the court's right to declare a law unconstitutional, and other noted cases; and describes how it works today.
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  • The Lost Tribes: Safe Harbor

    C. Taylor-Butler

    Hardcover (Move Books, Feb. 17, 2017)
    Ben and April Webster never knew their parents were scientists on a secret mission until they disappeared. Now what awaits them and their friends is a nemesis so deadly that even Uncle Henry can’t protect them. In this science-fiction, adventure novel, the search continues as the group travels from the lost world of Atlantis, to outer space, to an IMAX theater in the Smithsonian. The bond of the diverse friendship is tested against many obstacles as the kids continue to fight to save a universe they are only just discovering. The story is embedded with science, history, sports, mystery, ethics, and culture. Plus there are location codes included that go to real places around the world.
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  • The Digestive System

    Christine Taylor-Butler

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, March 1, 2008)
    Introduces the digestive system, including the digestive process, the organs involved in digestion, and common problems and diseases associated with the digestive system.
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  • Experiments with Plants

    Christine Taylor-Butler

    Paperback (Heinemann, Aug. 1, 2011)
    This book uses simple, hands-on experiments with plants to teach readers how the scientific method works.
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