Books with author Elizabeth Crook

In this fascinating book on physical science, readers will discover some of the basics of physics, including matter, Atomic Theory, alchemy, electrons, neutrons, protons, nucleus, and radioactivity. The easy-to-read text and engaging facts and sidebars work in conjunction with the colorful, vivid images, photos, and diagrams to captivate and delight readers from cover to cover. A glossary, index, and hands-on lab activity provides readers with the opportunity to explore the world of matter on their own!About Shell Education Rachelle Cracchiolo started the company with a friend and fellow teacher. Both were eager to share their ideas and passion for education with other classroom leaders. What began as a hobby, selling lesson plans to local stores, became a part-time job after a full day of teaching, and eventually blossomed into Teacher Created Materials. The story continued in 2004 with the launch of Shell Education and the introduction of professional resources and classroom application books designed to support Teacher Created Materials curriculum resources. Today, Teacher Created Materials and Shell Education are two of the most recognized names in educational publishing around the world.

The engaging and interactive books in this series help preschool and elementary school-aged children begin to learn problem-solving skills. Each book introduces a specific problem familiar to most children and then prompts the child to consider alternative solutions. The stories encourage critical thinking and exploration of ideas within a familiar situation. An introduction explains how the books may be used, and provides helpful tips to assist parents and teachers. Matthew's mother has to go on a business trip, but he doesn't want to stay with the babysitter. Can the situation be resolved?

Dexter is a happy little dog who knows what his favorite things are in the world…at least he thinks he does, until he learns that there are lots of different things that can be called a “favorite thing”. So, what IS the best thing in a dog’s life? Dexter sets out in this tail-wagging story to find out what is truly the best thing to a dog. He enlists his family to help him figure this question out, and ends up with more questions than answers. Can anyone help Dexter truly answer the question of “What is the most favored thing in the world”? Children and adults alike will love this sweet tale by Elizabeth Penbrook. Your child will learn that the best things in life aren’t necessarily always what we first think they might be!

Explore the lives and work of incredible cell biologists in this captivating book! From Gregor Mendel to Rita Levi-Montalcini, Anton van Leeuwenhoek to August Weismann, readers will be amazed at the things these incredible scientists discovered! Single-celled organisms, mitosis, dominant and recessive genes, stem cells, and cloning are just some of the topics that readers will explore as they move through this book that features plenty of vivid, detailed images, stimulating facts, captivating sidebars, and easy-to-read text. An engaging lab activity is featured to further delight and captivate readers. About Shell Education Rachelle Cracchiolo started the company with a friend and fellow teacher. Both were eager to share their ideas and passion for education with other classroom leaders. What began as a hobby, selling lesson plans to local stores, became a part-time job after a full day of teaching, and eventually blossomed into Teacher Created Materials. The story continued in 2004 with the launch of Shell Education and the introduction of professional resources and classroom application books designed to support Teacher Created Materials curriculum resources. Today, Teacher Created Materials and Shell Education are two of the most recognized names in educational publishing around the world.

Aaargh! Three furry friends decide to become ship mates and embark on a treasure hunt with a secret map in hand, but there are surprises and decisions to be made by the three pirates. Join Mortimer Mouse, Captain Cat, and Redbeard the Rabbit on an adventure where everything is not always as it appears to be.The three friends learn to work together when facing a BIG surprise from a new acquaintance. Even Mortimer Mouse, who is always prepared for any emergency, finds himself anxious about what lies ahead, and learns you can't always be prepared for the unexpected!Playfully illustrated, any child will be whisked away to become a part of the pirates' journey. There's plenty of fun and suspense as these curious pirates' learn about friendships, trust, and teamwork. There are plenty of unsolved mysteries to keep these pirates' and the readers of this book guessing. Where did that secret map from? Can mice and cats get along? Do we always see only what we WANT to see?Elizabeth Penbrook's tale will have kids everywhere learning a little more about themselves by reading and enjoying The Animal Pirates' Great Adventure the whole way through!

Reminiscent of Carol Shields's The Stone Diaries and the novels of Anita Shreve, The Night Journal is an enthralling tale in which Indian ruins, majestic desert hotels, and the hardship and boldness of frontier life fit seamlessly with a modern-day story of coming to terms with loss, family secrets, and shattering truths that lie shrouded in memory.