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Books with author Nancy Lowen

  • The Last Day of Kindergarten - Paperback - First Scholastic Printing 2012

    Nancy Loewen

    Paperback (Scholastic, July 6, 2012)
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  • The BIG Problem

    Nancy Loewen

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Aug. 1, 2015)
    The squirrels have a problem. A BIG, POLKA-DOTTED problem. And they're watching NERVOUSLY, CURIOUSLY to see what it will do next. This goofy little story, complemented by informational back matter, teaches readers the differences between adjectives and adverbs.
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  • Grace Hopper: The Woman Behind Computer Programming

    Nancy Loewen

    Paperback (Pebble, Aug. 1, 2019)
    Computers touch our lives everyday, in countless ways, but how do they know what to do? How do we communicate with them and they with each other? Language! Grace Hopper was a pioneer in computer programming, a woman whose scientific research led to computer-language tools and technology still in use today. Her story is filled with trial and error, and readers can follow the journey step by step. The Capstone Interactive edition comes with simultaneous access for every student in your school and includes read aloud audio recorded by professional voice over artists.
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  • Writing Outstanding Opinion Pieces

    Nancy Loewen

    Paperback (LernerClassroom, Aug. 1, 2015)
    Want to write an outstanding opinion piece? From start to finish, this book takes you through the steps of writing a commentary, a letter to the editor, or a review. Learn how to select a topic and gather supporting facts for your viewpoints. Then organize your thoughts with an outline or a writing map. And after you've written a rough draft, check out tips for revising your work and making it shine. You'll also be guided by helpful writing exercises and insights from popular opinion writers. No matter what type of opinion piece you'd like to write, this book will help you make your opinions heard.
  • The Other Side of the Fable

    Nancy Loewen

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Aug. 1, 2018)
    Aesop had his say. Now it's time to give the mic to some of his characters and get their first-person take on his classic fables. A collection of sweet-natured twists on enduring morality tales, The Other Side of the Fable spurs discussion on point of view, with each title including a condensed version of the featured fable for readers to compare and contrast.
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  • Food in Greece

    Nancy Loewen

    Library Binding (Rourke Pub Group, Nov. 1, 1991)
    Describes the food products, cooking and eating customs, and festivals of Greece. Includes recipes.
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  • Writing Powerful Persuasive Pieces

    Nancy Loewen

    Paperback (LernerClassroom, Aug. 1, 2015)
    Do you like to argue? Do you have any strong beliefs? Maybe you'd like to show other people your side of an issue―and you'd like to do it in writing. This book takes you through the steps of writing a persuasive piece from beginning to end. Learn how to find sources, gather the best possible evidence, and organize your evidence for maximum impact. Once you've done that, check out writing techniques that will make your readers take notice. Along the way, you'll find tips from successful writers and exercises for sharpening your skills. Soon you'll be able to draft a persuasive piece with confidence―no matter what topic inspires you to write!
  • The Duckster Ducklings Go to Mars: Understanding Capitalization

    Nancy Loewen

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Aug. 1, 2015)
    On normal Fridays, the Ducksters fly to France to visit Grandpa Fred. But on Friday, June 13, the Duckster ducklings find themselves aboard the Mars Express, zooming into space WITHOUT Mom and Dad! Paired with back matter that supports a better understanding of the featured grammar concept, this wild adventure story explains when and where to use capitalization.
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  • Do I Have To?: Kids Talk About Responsibility

    Nancy Loewen

    Library Binding (Picture Window Books, Sept. 1, 2002)
    Uses an advice-column format to define responsibility as a character value and demonstrate how it can be used in daily situations.
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  • Believe Me, Goldilocks Rocks!

    Nancy Loewen

    Paperback (Raintree, June 13, 2012)
    Just because this classic story is usually told from the protagonist's point of view doesn't mean the antagonists don't have their side of the story, too. Of course you think Goldilocks was a brat who broke in and trashed our house. You don't know the other side of the story. Well, let me tell you.
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  • Writing Powerful Persuasive Pieces

    Nancy Loewen

    Library Binding (Lerner Publications TM, Aug. 1, 2015)
    Do you like to argue? Do you have any strong beliefs? Maybe you'd like to show other people your side of an issue―and you'd like to do it in writing. This book takes you through the steps of writing a persuasive piece from beginning to end. Learn how to find sources, gather the best possible evidence, and organize your evidence for maximum impact. Once you've done that, check out writing techniques that will make your readers take notice. Along the way, you'll find tips from successful writers and exercises for sharpening your skills. Soon you'll be able to draft a persuasive piece with confidence―no matter what topic inspires you to write!
  • Treat Me Right!: Kids Talk About Respect

    Nancy Loewen

    Library Binding (Picture Window Books, Sept. 1, 2002)
    Uses an advice-column format to define respect for others, respect for property, and respect for oneself, and demonstrates how respect is used in daily situations.
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