Books with author Jeanne Bender

Jeanne Bendick, through text and pictures, admirably succeeds in bringing to life the ancient Greek mathematician who enriched mathematics and all branches of science. Against the backdrop of Archimedes' life and culture, the author discusses the man's work, his discoveries and the knowledge later based upon it. The simple, often humorous, illustrations and diagrams greatly enhance the text. Illustrated by the author.

A terrific book to introduce children to a great scientist, some of his scientific forebears, and his significant scientific ideas and discoveries. - Cathy Duffy Reviews One of the most important figures to come out of the awakening world of the Renaissance was Galileo Galelei. Galileo was forever asking questions. Is it possible to measure heat? Can you weigh air? Does the earth stand still or does it move? How fast do objects fall to the earth? These questions, and his answers to them, led to some of the most important discoveries ever in astronomy, physics, mathematics, and the natural world. Among his many accomplishments Galileo advanced the astronomical telescope and invented the compound microscope. He measured the rotation of the sun, invented the thermometer, a geometrical compass, and the pendulum clock. He was a man of faith, a lover of art and an accomplished artist. He played the lute and enjoyed working in his garden. He was the first to see, through the lens of the telescope, the sights and wonders of our galaxy that moved him to profound gratitude to God. He was so ahead of his time that his discoveries caused him to be the object of persecution and injustice. Through her whimsical illustrations and her bright and engaging text Jeanne Bendick has provided the middle reader with Galileo's inspiring story.

We know about Hippocrates, the Father of Medicine. But we owe nearly as much to Galen, a physician born in 129 A.D. at the height of the Roman Empire. Galen's acute diagnoses of patients, his botanical wisdom and studies of physiology were recorded in numerous books, handed down through the Middle Ages and Renaissance. He developed sports medicine, doctoring gladiators. Not least, Galen passed on the medical tradition of respect for life. In this fascinating biography for young people, Jeanne Bendick brings Galen's Roman world alive with the clarity, humor, and outstanding content we enjoyed in Archimedes and the Door to Science. An excellent addition to schools, libraries, and homes; ideal for home education.

Lindie Lou can hardly wait to see what adventures New York City has to offer. She hears a legend about a big apple tree located somewhere on Manhattan Island. The legend says if you find the tree, you’ll discover the biggest, sweetest, juiciest, apples on earth.A rescue puppy named Bella, agrees to help Lindie Lou search for the big apple tree. During their quest, they encounter some unusual characters including a mysterious wise woman, a curious pack of dogs, an energetic restaurant owner, and a jolly mentor.Follow Lindie Lou on an incredible journey to find the big apple tree because there’s more to the story. The legend also says ” This tree holds a secret so amazing, so incredible, so important, it can change your life!”

2018 Reprint of 1962 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition. Not reproduced with Optical Recognition software. Illustrated Edition. With such inventions as the compound pulley and the Archimedean screw he provided the foundation for the sciences of mechanics and hydrostatics. And his original work as a geometrician gave modern geometry many of its basic tools. In a biography full of lively incidents, Bendick introduces Archimedes, mathematician, inventor, and great pioneer of modern scientific method. Jeanne Bendick, through text and pictures, manages to bring to life this famed mathematician who so influenced all later science. Contents:Who was Archimedes? -- The world of Archimedes -- Alexandria! -- Archimedes and his lever -- Archimedes and Kin Heiro's crown -- Archimedes and astronomy -- Archimedes and mathematics -- The measurement of a circle -- Archimedes and numbers -- Archimedes and the centers of gravity -- The sphere and the cylinder -- The war machines of Archimedes -- The end of Archimedes -- No end to Archimedes -- Archimedes' writings.

When puppies Lindie Lou, Jasper, Topaz, Ruby and Diamond are born in St. Louis they have no idea of the adventures that await them. As each of them is adopted by a different family, Lindie Lou fears she will never see her brothers and sisters again. When she s old enough, Lindie Lou flies to the Emerald City (Seattle) to meet her new family. This beginning chapter book series, introduces young readers to adventures in St. Louis at the City Museum, at the Space Needle in Seattle, at an organic farm in Des Moines, at a Thanksgiving Day parade in New York, and at a Cherry Blossom Festival in Japan to mention a few. Along the way, Lindie Lou's brothers and sisters show up when least expected. Readers will remember Lindie Lou's bravery when faced with fears of their own. They will also see examples of her developing self-esteem, courage, determination and compassion. Creative fonts, color illustrations, and short chapters provide a series that is a bridge between early chapter books and novels. The Lindie Lou Adventures Series (150-280 pages written at a 2nd grade reading level) has proven to be a favorite classroom read aloud, safe for young fluent readers, the first chapter book read by Hi-Lo readers, and a winner for ELL students.

The Author, through text and pictures, introduces Archimedes- the ancient Greek mathematician who enriched mathematics and all branches of science. In a biography full of lively incidents, Bendick discusses the mathematician, inventor, and great pioneer of modern scientific method including his work, discoveries, and the knowledge later based upon it.

We know about Hippocrates, the Father of Medicine. But we owe nearly as much to Galen, a physician born in 129 A.D. at the height of the Roman Empire. Galen's acute diagnoses of patients, botanical wisdom, and studies of physiology were recorded in numerous books, handed down through the Middle Ages and Renaissance. Not least, Galen passed on the medical tradition of respect for life. In this fascinating biography for young people, Jeanne Bendick brings Galen's Roman world to life with the clarity, humor, and outstanding content we enjoyed in Archimedes and the Door to Science. An excellent addition to the home, school and to libraries. Illustrated by the Author.

Lindie Lou can hardly wait to see what adventures New York City has to offer. She hears a legend about a big apple tree located somewhere on Manhattan Island. The legend says if you find the tree, you’ll discover the biggest, sweetest, juiciest, apples on earth.A rescue puppy named Bella, agrees to help Lindie Lou search for the big apple tree. During their quest, they encounter some unusual characters including a mysterious wise woman, a curious pack of dogs, an energetic restaurant owner, and a jolly mentor.Follow Lindie Lou on an incredible journey to find the big apple tree because there’s more to the story. The legend also says ” This tree holds a secret so amazing, so incredible, so important, it can change your life!”

Lindie Lou is an adorable puppy who loves an adventure. She is named after her father, Lynwood Lou Peek-a-boo because they both have huge front paws. But, Lindie Lou looks just like her mother, Molly. They both have soft brown fur, long floppy ears, and big green eyes. Her owners, Joe and Sherry promised the puppy who looks the most like Molly to a family member who lives in the Emerald City. Lindie Lou’s adventures take her outside for the first time, to a museum with a ten-story slide, on a puppy play date with children from a local shelter, and on an airplane for the very first time. Come along for the ride while Lindie Lou learns life lessons, discovers what it’s like to find a best friend, flies above the clouds with a wise dog named Max, and arrives in the Emerald City.

When puppies Lindie Lou, Jasper, Topaz, Ruby and Diamond are born in St. Louis they have no idea of the adventures that await them. As each of them is adopted by a different family, Lindie Lou fears she will never see her brothers and sisters again. When she s old enough, Lindie Lou flies to the Emerald City (Seattle) to meet her new family. This beginning chapter book series, introduces young readers to adventures in St. Louis at the City Museum, at the Space Needle in Seattle, at an organic farm in Des Moines, at a Thanksgiving Day parade in New York, and at a Cherry Blossom Festival in Japan to mention a few. Along the way, Lindie Lou's brothers and sisters show up when least expected. Readers will remember Lindie Lou's bravery when faced with fears of their own. They will also see examples of her developing self-esteem, courage, determination and compassion. Creative fonts, color illustrations, and short chapters provide a series that is a bridge between early chapter books and novels. The Lindie Lou Adventures Series (150-280 pages written at a 2nd grade reading level) has proven to be a favorite classroom read aloud, safe for young fluent readers, the first chapter book read by Hi-Lo readers, and a winner for ELL students.