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Books with author Robin Koonz

  • Paul Bunyan

    Robin Koontz

    language (Little Birdie Books, May 17, 2019)
    Paul Bunyan encourages young learners to build reading comprehension skills with grade-appropriate vocabulary, extension activities, and an engaging story. Featuring reading activities and a Comprehension & Extension section, this 24-page title introduces transitioning readers to teacher-focused concepts that will help them gain important reading comprehension and learning skills. The vibrant illustrations and engaging leveled text in the Little Birdie Books’ Leveled Readers work together to tell fun stories while supporting early readers. Featuring grade-appropriate vocabulary and activities, these books help children develop essential skills for reading proficiency.
  • The Science of a Sink Hole

    Robin Koontz

    Paperback (Cherry Lake Pub, Aug. 1, 2015)
    This book discusses the science behind sinkholes. The chapters examine historical sinkholes, describe environmental factors that cause sinkholes, and explain how scientists respond to these disasters. Diagrams, charts, and photos provide opportunities to evaluate and understand the scientific concepts involved.
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  • Bio-Inspired Transportation and Communication

    Robin Koontz

    eBook (Rourke Educational Media, Feb. 1, 2019)
    Biomimics researchers experiment with and create innovative designs that help solve human problems . Learn how nature has inspired many new designs in both transportation and communication. This title supports NGSS for Engineering Design.
  • Sir Pants-a-Lot and Squire Mousekins: The Girl With the Golden Hair

    Robin Koontz

    eBook (, June 15, 2020)
    Sir Pants-a-Lot and Squire Mousekins are on a quest to assist people in need. In the first adventure, the brave knight and his loyal squire rescue Goldilocks from the three bears. And, unlike the traditional story, they encourage the naughty girl to make amends for breaking into the bears’ home.
  • Nature's Energy

    Robin Koontz

    Paperback (Rourke Educational Media, July 1, 2018)
    Nature has 3.8 billion years of experience! Learn how nature has led designers and engineers to develop new ways to collect and conserve energy. This title supports NGSS for Earth and Human Activity.
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  • Animal-Inspired Robots

    Robin Koontz

    Library Binding (Rourke Educational Media, July 1, 2018)
    Scientists and engineers study and learn from nature to help solve problems and improve the world. Learn how biomimics has contributed to robotics. This title supports NGSS for Engineering Design.
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  • Poop is Power

    Robin Koontz

    Paperback (Rourke Educational Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    In Poop is Power, students will learn about the biofuel technology that turns human and animal waste into energy for everything from cooking to powering buildings. Readers will love discovering new information in this chapter book while also reinforcing learned skills with comprehension and extension activities. The Let’s Explore Science series allows readers to dive into the world of fascinating science-related topics while strengthening reading comprehension skills. Each 48-page title features full-color photographs, real-world applications, content vocabulary, and more to effectively engage young learners
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  • Lizzie Little, the Sky is Falling!

    Robin Koontz

    eBook (Little Birdie Books, Nov. 30, 2018)
    Lizzie Little, the Sky is Falling! encourages young learners to build reading comprehension skills with grade-appropriate vocabulary, extension activities, and an engaging story. Featuring reading activities and a Comprehension & Extension section, this 24-page title introduces transitioning readers to teacher-focused concepts that will help them gain important reading comprehension and learning skills. The vibrant illustrations and engaging leveled text in the Little Birdie Books’ Leveled Readers work together to tell fun stories while supporting early readers. Featuring grade-appropriate vocabulary and activities, these books help children develop essential skills for reading proficiency.
  • Three Little Recyclers

    Robin Koontz

    Paperback (Little Birdie Books, Aug. 1, 2011)
    The 24-page book, The Three Little Recyclers, introduces early learners to teacher-focused concepts that will help them gain important reading comprehension and social skills. The vibrant illustrations and engaging leveled text in the Little Birdie Books’ Leveled Readers work together to tell fun stories while supporting early readers. Featuring grade-appropriate vocabulary and activities, these books help children develop essential skills for reading proficiency.
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  • Rourke Educational Media | Discoveries Around the World: Great Minds and Finds in South America | 32pgs

    Robin Koontz

    Paperback (Bridges, Aug. 11, 2020)
    GREAT MINDS AND FINDS IN SOUTH AMERICA: Elementary-aged readers will discover people, places, and inventions from one of Earth’s seven continents in this 32-page nonfiction book, which takes children on a journey to South America!DISCOVERY READER FOR KIDS: What do telescopes, rainforests, earthquake-proof buildings, and lizards all have in common? They have histories in South America, one of Earth’s seven continents. Discover the great minds and finds of ancient and modern South America in this learning adventure.INCLUDES: Features a wide array of modern and ancient examples, from art and science to archaeology and technology. Also includes after-reading questions, a glossary, an index, and an extension activity. BENEFITS: Readers will be hooked from beginning to end with mesmerizing facts, vivid photos, and helpful maps that bring each place to life. Children will learn how each continent's great minds and finds have influenced the world. WHY ROURKE: Since 1980, we’ve been committed to bringing out the best non-fiction books to help you bring out the best in your young learners. Our carefully crafted topics encourage all students who are "learning to read" and "reading to learn"!
  • Why Do Animals Sound Like That?

    Robin Koontz

    Paperback (Rourke Educational Media, Aug. 1, 2016)
    Why do cats meow, hyenas laugh, and monkeys howl? Animals make amazing sounds for many reasons. Learn all about these and other animal sounds. This title supports NGSS standards for Biological Evolution: Unity and Diversity.
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  • Learning about Africa

    Robin Koontz

    Library Binding (Lerner Publications TM, Aug. 1, 2015)
    Africa is an amazing continent, with its vast array of wildlife and its ancient monuments. But did you know that the world's longest river is in Africa? Or that Africa has more countries than any other continent? Learn more about the diverse continent of Africa, from its people and countries to its landforms, economy, and more.
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