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Books with author Jim Ollhoff

  • Alaska

    Jim Ollhoff

    Library Binding (Checkerboard Library, Sept. 1, 2009)
    Easy-to-read text with bright, full color photographs brings Alaska to young students. Presented in a simple, easily understandable, "scrapbook" format, kids will truly enjoy opening this travelogue-like book. This 48-page book is filled with current state facts and statistical data. Important historical information segues to up-to-date details on cities, economics, geography, and climate. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
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  • Wyoming

    Jim Ollhoff

    Library Binding (Checkerboard Library, Aug. 15, 2009)
    Easy-to-read text with bright, full color photographs brings Wyoming to young students. Presented in a simple, easily understandable, "scrapbook" format, kids will truly enjoy opening this travelogue-like book. This 48-page book is filled with current state facts and statistical data. Important historical information segues to up-to-date details on cities, economics, geography, and climate. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
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  • Montana

    Jim Ollhoff

    Library Binding (Checkerboard Library, Sept. 1, 2009)
    Easy-to-read text with bright, full color photographs brings Montana to young students. Presented in a simple, easily understandable, "scrapbook" format, kids will truly enjoy opening this travelogue-like book. This 48-page book is filled with current state facts and statistical data. Important historical information segues to up-to-date details on cities, economics, geography, and climate. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
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  • Myths and Controversies

    Jim Ollhoff

    Library Binding (Abdo & Daughters, Sept. 1, 2010)
    There are a lot of different views on Climate Change. Myths and Controversies takes a look at some of the most popular arguments against climate change and why they are only myths. Debates of cold winters, natural processes, scientific errors, and global warming is a hoax are some of what is covered in this title. Facts, myths, and modern solutions are presented in clear, age-appropriate language. Readers learn what is being done to protect and live in the world of the future. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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  • Wind and Water

    Jim Ollhoff

    Library Binding (Abdo Group, Jan. 1, 2010)
    In Wind and Water, readers will come to undertand the advantages and problems of wind power and energy from water. Readers will also learn the possible future of energy from wind and water. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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  • Exploring Immigration

    Jim Ollhoff

    Library Binding (Abdo & Daughters, Sept. 1, 2010)
    Describes how the history of immigration has affected genealogy and family trees, and details the reasons why people immigrated to the United States and from what regions they emigrated.
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  • Ancient America

    Jim Ollhoff

    Library Binding (Abdo Group, Sept. 1, 2011)
    Hispanic American History follows the timeline of this proud and ethnically diverse culture. This title examines where the word "Hispanic" comes from and what it means. It also describes the many ways in which people first came to what we know today as North and South America. Major civilizations are discussed as well, including the Mayans, the Aztecs, the Inca, and Caribbean Island groups. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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  • Filling the Family Tree

    Jim Ollhoff

    Library Binding (Abdo & Daughters, Sept. 1, 2010)
    Introduces family trees, explains how to draw a family tree with extended family included, and provides tips on interviewing family members.
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  • South Dakota

    Jim Ollhoff

    Library Binding (Checkerboard Library, Sept. 1, 2009)
    Easy-to-read text with bright, full color photographs brings South Dakota to young students. Presented in a simple, easily understandable, "scrapbook" format, kids will truly enjoy opening this travelogue-like book. This 48-page book is filled with current state facts and statistical data. Important historical information segues to up-to-date details on cities, economics, geography, and climate. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
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  • Malaria

    Jim Ollhoff

    Library Binding (Abdo Group, Aug. 1, 2009)
    Germs are everywhere--in your mouth, on your clothes, on everything you touch. Some we can't live without; others are microscopic killing machines. This title looks at the fascinating struggle to understand and control the spread of one of mankind's deadliest diseases, Malaria. Readers will learn all about Malaria, from the causes to the treatments and cures to how it affects people today. ABDO & Daughters is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
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  • Nebraska

    Jim Ollhoff

    Library Binding (Checkerboard Library, Sept. 1, 2009)
    Easy-to-read text with bright, full color photographs brings Nebraska to young students. Presented in a simple, easily understandable, "scrapbook" format, kids will truly enjoy opening this travelogue-like book. This 48-page book is filled with current state facts and statistical data. Important historical information segues to up-to-date details on cities, economics, geography, and climate. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
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  • Colorado

    Jim Ollhoff

    Library Binding (Checkerboard Library, Sept. 1, 2009)
    Easy-to-read text with bright, full color photographs brings Colorado to young students. Presented in a simple, easily understandable, "scrapbook" format, kids will truly enjoy opening this travelogue-like book. This 48-page book is filled with current state facts and statistical data. Important historical information segues to up-to-date details on cities, economics, geography, and climate. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
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