Books with author Kathleen O'Connor PhD

Even though we can't actually have pizza for dinner every night, when kids play that they are cooking, anything is possible! From baking a cake to setting up a full-fledged restaurant, the different ways to play kitchen are only limited by readers' imagination. Age-appropriate text encourages kids to use toy kitchen utensils, but also includes ways they can help in the kitchen with older family members. With text that supports new readers, this book may inspire the next great chef, or at least an imaginary one.

Perhaps the best-known suffragist in US history, Susan B. Anthony was a great believer in equal rights for all. She grew up in an abolitionist family and carried those teachings throughout her life, advocating for equal labor laws, education, and, of course, womens right to vote. The details of Susan B. Anthonys incredible biography will fascinate readers as they also learn about the time period in which she lived. Historical images will immerse them in the world of the late 1800s, when women didnt yet have a voice in our government.

Going to school for the first time is a milestone moment and is often looked to with great excitement. Recess, math class, and silent reading time might be brand-new experiences that young children often want to learn how to do just right before they step foot in a classroom. There's no better time to practice raising a hand to answer a question than while playing with friends. Whether they want to play teacher or student, readers are sure to enjoy the great ideas for playing school written with pre-kindergarten readers in mind.

"Kids often play with magnets, yet they don't learn how these playthings work for many years. Practical knowledge from their play can help them learn more about magnetism--and so can this book! Specially written for those with reading challenges or readers looking for a review, the main text covers important vocabulary, magnetic fields, and a discussion of why metals and magnets come together. Diagrams and succinct fact boxes offer additional ways to learn each concept and explain some ideas in greater detail"--

Many kids are in a hurry to grow up; they want to drive cars, go to work, and perhaps not be told what to do. This accessible text and accompanying full-color photographs encourage independent pretend play while age-appropriate language supports beginning readers. Whether they want to play house with baby dolls by themselves, or create a huge family with tons of pets with their friends, readers will find positive reinforcement and inspiration for any home their imagination can come up with in this book.

In the world of superheroes, no superpower is impossible. They can fly, run faster than a speeding bullet, stop time, and read others' minds. Who wouldn't want to pretend to be part of these amazing stories? With close text and picture correlation and age-appropriate language, this book caters to the superhero-loving kids learning to read. From dressing up to pretending to save the world, the imaginative text in this book inspires young superheroes to dream big and be whoever they'd like to be.

Even though we can't actually have pizza for dinner every night, when kids play that they are cooking, anything is possible! From baking a cake to setting up a full-fledged restaurant, the different ways to play kitchen are only limited by readers' imagination. Age-appropriate text encourages kids to use toy kitchen utensils, but also includes ways they can help in the kitchen with older family members. With text that supports new readers, this book may inspire the next great chef, or at least an imaginary one.

"That sound travels as a vibration might really blow readers' minds, especially those in need of help understanding this science curriculum topic. Including simple discussions of the sound barrier and volume, the main content covers all aspects of sound readers might need to know for science class. Accessible language and colorful diagrams make this volume perfect for those struggling readers or other students in need of review. Key vocabulary terms are included in an extended glossary or fact box so all readers have the knowledge to discuss sound whenever they need to!"--