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Books with author Tamra Lea Orr

  • Saint Lucia

    Tamra Orr

    Library Binding (Benchmark Books, June 30, 2008)
    "Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of the St. Lucia"--Provided by publisher.
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  • Manga Artists

    Tamra Orr

    Library Binding (Rosen Central, Sept. 1, 2008)
    Describes drawing manga as a profession, including the history and types of manga, leading manga artists, different jobs involved in the creation of manga, and how to get a job in manga.
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  • Mexican Heritage

    Tamra Orr

    eBook (Cherry Lake Publishing, Feb. 1, 2018)
    Mexican Heritage in the Celebrating Diversity in My Classroom series explores the geography, languages, religions, food, and culture of Mexico in a fun age-appropriate way. Students with Mexican heritage are a significant and important part of the fabric of America and this book helps foster empathy in all students and a multi-cultural community in the classroom. Glossary, index, and additional backmatter aids further learning.
  • Miles Davis

    Tamra Orr

    Library Binding (Mitchell Lane Publishers, June 1, 2012)
    Biography of famous Jazz composer written for ages 10-13.
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  • Madagascar

    Tamra B. Orr

    Library Binding (Children's Press, Feb. 1, 2017)
    Learn about the country's history, culture, people and much more!The world's fourth-largest island, Madagascar, lies off the southeastern coast of Africa. This island nation is home to many plant and animal species that are found nowhere else on Earth. It also has a long history of human settlement. As they tour its beautiful landscapes and busiest cities, readers will get a taste of life in modern Madagascar. They will also learn about the country's government, economy, history, and more.
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  • Red-Eyed Tree Frog

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    Paperback (Cherry Lake Pub, Jan. 1, 2015)
    Introduces facts about red-eyed tree frogs, including physical features, habitat, life cycle, food, and threats to these rainforest creatures. Photos, captions, and keywords supplement the narrative of this informational text. Questions in the backmatter ask for text-dependent analysis.
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  • Amelia Earhart

    Tamra B. Orr

    Paperback (Childrens Pr, Feb. 1, 2015)
    A pioneering aviator, Amelia Earhart is perhaps best known for being the first woman ever to complete a solo flight across the Atlantic Ocean. Readers will discover how Earhart began a career in a field dominated by men and how she later worked to create new opportunities for female airplane pilots. They will also explore the circumstances surrounding her mysterious disappearance in 1937 and find out how her legacy is celebrated today.
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  • Animals ATTACK! - Fire Ants

    Tamra Orr

    Hardcover (KidHaven Press, Aug. 15, 2003)
    They came, they saw, they conquered. These little ants may seem small, but in the world of nature they are fierce warriors. They move in and others either move out or get eaten. Read all about how they chased a boy up a tree, almost ruined a vacation, turned the tables on an ant expert--and much more.
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  • Bangladesh

    Tamra B. Orr

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, March 1, 2007)
    Describes the geography, people, government, culture, history, religion, economy, and wildlife of Bagladesh.
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  • California

    Tamra Orr

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, July 1, 2005)
    Provides young readers with an in-depth and comprehensive portrait of the state of California, including its history, people, land, economy, and government.
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  • Jump-Starting a Career in Pharmaceuticals

    Tamra Orr

    Library Binding (Rosen Classroom, Jan. 1, 2014)
    For readers interested in becoming a pharmacy technician, manufacturing technician, pharmaceutical sales representative, pharmacy billing specialist, pharmacy records manager, or pharmacy clerk, among other jobs, this guide encourages them to start doing their homework now by taking any high school, honors, college prep, or community college science and math classes available. Invaluable information regarding job training, certification, and associate's degrees is provided. The relative merits and advantages of online, community college, traditional university, and 2- and 4-year programs are analyzed and discussed. Networking is also emphasized.This valuable volume will help direct readers to a great pharmaceutical industry career.
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  • Public Health Microbiologist

    Tamra B. Orr

    language (Cherry Lake Publishing, Jan. 12, 2014)
    Much of the battle against disease is fought by these scientists and their amazing equipment. This volume recounts the history as well as the current state of the art.