Books with author Tamra B. Orr

The super simple teen guide to becoming a kitchen whiz. Even the world's top chefs had to start somewhere. The Cookbook for Teens offers the easiest recipes to get aspiring chefs cooking with confidence—even if they’ve never cooked more than a slice of toast. This cookbook for teens starts off with the basics: practice preparation and cooking techniques, how to read recipes, and how to shop for groceries. Once these fundamentals are mastered, teens will learn how to make their own easy dishes, with super simple recipes for appetizers, entrées, and snacks. The Cookbook for Teens includes: Chef Hacks—Young chefs will soon become kitchen pros with key cooking skills, safety tips, and shopping guidance. This cookbook for teens is the key. 74 Fool-proof Recipes—Teens will love cooking and eating easy and tasty recipes like Bacon and Cheese Risotto and Deep Dish Spaghetti Pizza. The Skills Test—Teens can put all of their skills to the test with a step-by-step guide to preparing a three-course meal that will WOW family and friends. Give new chefs the tools, skills, and recipes they need to begin mastering the art of cooking with The Cookbook for Teens.

Looking at the colorful layers of the canyons of Zion National Park in southwestern Utah is an amazing experience.A True Book: National Parks series allows readers to experience spectacular vistas and natural landscapes, as well as interact with the rich tapestry of American History. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study. Readers will discover how these remarkable canyons were formed naturally over millions of years. They will also learn about the people who first settled the Zion region and how Zion became a national park.

The ability to use the scientific method is key to carrying out experiments, taking measurements, or performing technical tasks. In this book, readers in real-world situations are tasked with following clues and using the scientific method to find out what happens during a crime scene investigation. Informational text presents evidence and facts in the form of clues and side-bar details to help children develop critical thinking skills. A summary of the situation is included to show how each chapter contributes to the whole and for a solid understanding of the topic.

The ability to use the scientific method is key to carrying out experiments, taking measurements, or performing technical tasks. In this book, readers in real-world situations are tasked with following clues and using the scientific method to find out what happens during the spread of an epidemic. Informational text presents evidence and facts in the form of clues and side-bar details to help children develop critical thinking skills. A summary of the situation is included to show how each chapter contributes to the whole and for a solid understanding of the topic.