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Books with author Ruth Bjorklund

  • Aikido

    Ruth Bjorklund

    Library Binding (Benchmark Books, Sept. 1, 2011)
    Introduces the history and basics of aikido and explains the mental and physical effects of practicing the martial art on everyday life.
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  • Projects about Ancient China

    Ruth Bjorklund

    Library Binding (Cavendish Square Publishing, Sept. 1, 2006)
    "Includes social studies projects taken from the ancient Chinese"--Provided by publisher.
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  • Internment: Japanese Americans in World War II

    Ruth Bjorklund

    Library Binding (Cavendish Square, Jan. 1, 2017)
    "Looks at how Japanese immigrants and Japanese Americans were persecuted after the bombing of Pearl Harbor and the start of World War II, focusing on how these people were relocated to internment camps."--Amazon.com.
  • Côte d'Ivoire

    Ruth Bjorklund

    Library Binding (Children's Press, Feb. 1, 2019)
    Learn all about the Ivory Coast.Nestled along the coast of West Africa, Côte d'Ivoire - or Ivory Coast - is a lush and beautiful land of tropical forests, grasslands, and wetlands crisscrossed by blue rivers and streams. Readers will get a close look at this gorgeous scenery as they explore Ivory Coast and learn about its wildlife, history, and government. They will also learn about local celebrations, find out what sports the country's people like to play, and much more. Features include maps and photos; sidebars that highlight individuals, places and events; fun facts and statistics; a timeline; economic information; flags and more.
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  • Greenland

    Ruth Bjorklund

    Library Binding (Children's Press, Sept. 1, 2018)
    Learn about the country's history, culture, people and much more!Despite its name, Greenland isn't very green. Rather, it is covered almost entirely in rock, ice, and snow. And though it is the world's largest island, few people live there. Readers will find out what it is like to live in Greenland's remote communities. They will also get a look at the country's interesting history, see which kinds of plants and animals live there, and much more.
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  • Parrots

    Ruth Bjorklund

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2012)
    This book briefly examines the behavior and habitats of the parrot.
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  • Tasmanian Devils

    Ruth Bjorklund

    Library Binding (Children's Press, March 1, 2013)
    Did you know tigers are the largest wild cat in the world?Found only on the island of Tasmania, Tasmanian devils are the world's largest carnivorous marsupials. Readers will find out how devils spend their nights scavenging for carrion, how they protect themselves from predators, and where they build their dens. They will also learn about the fascinating marsupial reproduction process and the danger of devil facial tumor disease.
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  • Circulatory System

    Ruth Bjorklund

    Library Binding (Benchmark Books, Sept. 1, 2008)
    "Discusses the parts that make up the human circulatory system, what can go wrong, how to treat those illnesses and diseases, and how to stay healthy"--Provided by publisher.
  • Afghanistan

    Ruth Bjorklund

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2011)
    Describes the geography, history, government, economy, people, religion, and daily life of Afghanistan.
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  • Peru

    Ruth Bjorklund

    Library Binding (Cavendish Square, Aug. 1, 2016)
    Provides an overview of Peru and its culture, describing its economy, environment, food, and traditions.
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  • Komodo Dragons

    Ruth Bjorklund

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Feb. 1, 2012)
    With exciting full-color photos, Nature's Children brings you face-to-face with some of the world's most intriguing animals-from chimpanzees to pandas to tarantulas. Each title reveals how these creatures survive in the wild, how they raise their young, what's being done to protect them, and more wild facts.
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  • Afghanistan

    Ruth Bjorklund

    Library Binding (Children's Press, Feb. 1, 2018)
    Learn about the country's history, culture, people and much more!Afghanistan has long been a land of great turmoil. It has seen conflicts between internal factions and wars involving foreign nations. However, it is also a land of great beauty, with a rich culture and a long, fascinating history. Readers will get an up-close look at life in Afghanistan, from what people eat and do for fun to where they live and what kinds of jobs they do. They will also learn about Afghanistan's history, government, economy, traditions, and more.
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