Books with author Karen E Bledsoe

A great way for kids to participate in holidays, this series of craft books includes step-by-step instructions with photos and requires inexpensive materials that can be found at home or in the classroom.

Join the Chinese New Year celebration by making fun crafts! Follow these easy-to-follow directions and traceable patterns to create a dragon costume, ribbon lantern, Chinese papercuts, and more!

"Explains the importance of Chinese New Year and how to make ten holiday-related crafts."--

Examines the excitement, the history, the regulations, the types of cars, and the notable drivers of drag racing.

Provides information about the origin and customs of Hanukkah, ideas for celebrating this holiday, and directions for making such crafts as a dreidel mobile, holiday cards, and candle candy holders.

Reviews the exploits of a number of early aviators, including the Wright Brothers, Glenn Curtiss, Harriet Quimby, Eddie Rickenbacker, Bessie Coleman, and Amelia Earhart.

While it's readily accepted that the Earth is getting warmer, scientists continue to disagree about what that really means. Learn more about the greenhouse effect and how it impacts Earth.

Describes the U.S Navy's Blue Angels, along with their history, aircraft, maneuvers, and team members.

Watersheds are areas of land from which all of the water drains into the same body of water. These watersheds are separated by divides.

For centuries, people have improved crops by selective breeding. Today, crop scientists can develop new crops in an entirely different way: by inserting the genes that they want. While genetically engineered crops have many benefits, such as better disease resistance, there may be risks as well.

Hidden dangers such as bacteria, viruses, chemicals, and toxic metals lurk in our food and water. Laws help protect our food and water, but consumers can also take charge by making smart choices.

Describes adventures in riding bicycles, including a history of bicycles and the adventures of long-distance cyclists.