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Books with author Robert E. Johnson

  • Sports in Different Places

    Robin Johnson

    Paperback (Crabtree Pub Co, Sept. 15, 2017)
    Examines how sports are played around the world, from the equipment used in games to the community built by teams and competitions.
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  • What Is a Thunderstorm?

    Robin Johnson

    Library Binding (Crabtree Pub Co, April 1, 2016)
    "In this title young readers will learn thunderstorm basics, including how, when, and where thunderstorms occur, how scientists predict thunderstorms and issue severe weather warnings, and how to prepare for and stay safe before, during, and after a thunderstorm occurs"--Provided by publisher.
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  • Many Kinds of Engineers

    Robin Johnson

    Paperback (Crabtree Pub Co, Feb. 25, 2020)
    "Could an engineer that builds roads fix a problem on an airplane? Read about how different kinds of problems are solved by different kinds of engineers"--
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  • What Are Sound Waves?

    Robin Johnson

    Library Binding (Crabtree Pub Co, May 20, 2014)
    This book introduces the concept of sound waves in a relatable, child-centered way. Readers will discover that matter must vibrate to make sound and that sound can make matter vibrate. They will also learn how sound waves are used for communication and be able to demonstrate this knowledge by creating their own sound devices.
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  • Rodeo

    Robin Johnson

    Library Binding (Crabtree Pub Co, Aug. 1, 2009)
    Helps you learn about the bucking horses, lively livestock, and daring riders of the rodeo world. This book offers information about roping, riding, racing, wrestling, and more. It lets you discover the breeds of rodeo horses, how riders handle and care for their animals, and how cattle herding became a rough-and-tumble sport.
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  • How Engineers Find Solutions

    Robin Johnson

    Hardcover (Crabtree Publishing Company, Feb. 15, 2014)
    "Engineers know that there is always more than one possible solution to a problem! This interesting title explains how engineers test and compare different solutions to determine which solution is best"--
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  • How Engineers Solve Problems

    Robin Johnson

    Paperback (Crabtree Pub Co, April 30, 2019)
    "Different problems need different solutions, but engineers follow the same steps to solve them. Discover the path engineers take to find new solutions or improve old ones"--
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  • What Is Personification?

    Robin Johnson

    Paperback (Crabtree Publishing Company, Oct. 31, 2015)
    Attributing human qualities or characteristics to an object or idea is a form of figurative language called personification. This creative resource provides readers with strategies to recognize and decode this literary device. Imaginative examples and vibrant images make the words in this book leap off the page!
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  • Zendaya

    Robin Johnson

    Hardcover (Crabtree Publishing Company, March 15, 2018)
    From Disney star to blockbuster actor, fashion influencer, singer, and activist, Zendaya is making waves in Hollywood. This remarkable book shows that her fun, relatable persona and outstanding acting and singing chops arent the only reasons that she is a role model for girls and women around the world. She also champions her self worth, and is a figure for causes such as female empowerment and racial equality.
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  • Titanic

    Robin Johnson

    Paperback (Crabtree Pub Co, March 15, 2012)
    This title takes a look at the building, voyage, sinking, and rediscovery of the Titanic.
  • What Is a Simile?

    Robin Johnson

    Paperback (Crabtree Publishing Company, Oct. 31, 2015)
    Designed to bolster reading comprehension and enhance writing skills, this imaginative title helps children identify and decipher the meaning of similes. Accessible text and engaging examples support a solid understanding of this figurative language form.
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