Books with author Joan Stoltman

Finally, there's a book that provides a chance for young readers to really understand and be inspired by the physical structures that surround them every day. In this volume, readers discover that someone meticulously designs all the little details that make each building in their town or city unique. Packed with activities to do at home, the text cultivates interest and exploration into the world of engineering and architecture through bold graphics, full-color photography, age-appropriate language, and hard concepts made tangible.

Having a classroom hamster is one thing, but having one at home as a pet requires young readers to have a more mature understanding of the rodents needs. This book provides information perfect to fill that gap. An essential guide for any library, this book gives concise, easy explanations of the needs of a hamster and how readers can meet them. Full-color photographs are paired with understandable, age-appropriate information and instructions on how to care for this new furry friend, including explanations of how it sleeps, eats, plays, and more!

Cats are commonly one of the first animals young readers will encounter in their lives, often in their own homes! Learning to care for, live with, and understand the needs of a cat requires guidance, and thats where this essential book comes in! Easily understood, clear instructions and explanations of their food, sleep, play, and other needs are included in this book in practical, age-appropriate language. A full-color guide to popular cat breeds is included, as well as a fun and funny list of popular cat names!

Several recent animated movies have sparked fervor in young readers to have an aquarium in their own home. But maintaining a fish tank ecosystem isnt a walk in the park. This book can help! Age-appropriate information on what fish need abounds in this practical yet engaging book, a valuable part of any library collection. Advice and instructionson everything from cleaning the tank to feeding schedules to choosing a namefill the pages of this colorful book that every young fish lover is sure to enjoy!

According to the ASPCA, 37 to 47 percent of all US households have a dog, so there couldnt be a more topical pet to learn about than dogs. This book is an essential read for any reader preparing to bring a dog into their home, connecting them in new ways to their pet through both understanding the dogs needs and their own, new responsibilities. Full-color photographs and graphic organizers are paired with concise, practical information about caring for all a dogs needs from morning to night, and birth to old age. The book includes a chart of popular dog breeds from largest to smallest and accompanying text on popular names for dogs!

The story of Cesar Chavez is as topical and vital a story today as it was when it was an integral part of current events and not a story in history. This volume, dedicated to passing on the story of Chavezs life to young readers, provides educators with an essential tool to teach social justice, workers rights, and how to stand up for your convictions through age-appropriate language and explanation of concepts. This inspiring biography follows Chavezs journey from humble beginnings to becoming one of the most vital civil rights activists of our time.

Bunnies are a great first pet! This book teaches young, first-time pet owners how to care for and bond with their new furry, hopping friend! It details in simple, clean text exactly what a young reader should do to help their bunny friend thrive in a new home, including information about food and treats, activity and sleep, cage environment and cleanup! From the amusingsuch as popular names for pet rabbitsto the usefulsuch as safety around rabbits this book provides all the essential rabbit care information in one concise, engaging book!

Getting a pet for the first time is so much fun, but also means new responsibilities. Birds are a popular pet to choose, especially if parents have prior experience. But how does a young reader learn bird care? With the help of this practical, helpful book! This volume provides everything a new bird owner needs to care for and bond with their new feathered friend! From bathing to whistling and everything in between, all the needs of a bird are communicated to young readers through fun facts, colorful graphic organizers, and concise step-by-step instructions. All thats missing now is the bird!

Bunnies are a great first pet! This book teaches young, first-time pet owners how to care for and bond with their new furry, hopping friend! It details in simple, clean text exactly what a young reader should do to help their bunny friend thrive in a new home, including information about food and treats, activity and sleep, cage environment and cleanup! From the amusingsuch as popular names for pet rabbitsto the usefulsuch as safety around rabbits this book provides all the essential rabbit care information in one concise, engaging book!