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Books in 21st Century Junior Library: Careers series

  • Alice H. Parker and the Furnace

    Virginia Loh-Hagan

    Paperback (Cherry Lake Pub, Aug. 1, 2018)
    The 21st Century Junior Library Women Innovators series highlights the contributions of women to STEM fields. Alice H. Parker and the Furnace examines the life of this important woman and her contributions to the modern home heating systems. Sidebars encourage readers to engage in the material by asking deeper questions or conducting individual research. Full color photos, a glossary, and a listing of additional resources all enhance the learning experience.
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  • Butterfly or Moth

    Tamra B. Orr

    Library Binding (Cherry Lake Pub, Aug. 1, 2019)
    Some animals look so alike, it's difficult to tell which is which! The Butterfly or Moth book in the Which Is Which? series helps readers discover the similarities and differences between butterflies and moths. Focused on 21st Century content, the Which Is Which? series encourages readers to ask questions, think more critically and creatively, and use their problem-solving skills. Book includes table of contents, sidebars, glossary, index, and author biography.
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  • Wasp or Bee

    Tamra Orr

    Library Binding (Cherry Lake Pub, Aug. 1, 2019)
    Some animals look so alike, it's difficult to tell which is which! The Wasp or Bee book in the Which Is Which? series helps readers discover the similarities and differences between wasps and bees. Focused on 21st Century content, the Which Is Which? series encourages readers to ask questions, think more critically and creatively, and use their problem-solving skills. Book includes table of contents, sidebars, glossary, index, and author biography.
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  • Crocodile or Alligator

    Tamra B. Orr

    Library Binding (Cherry Lake Pub, Aug. 1, 2019)
    Some animals look so alike, it's difficult to tell which is which! The Crocodile or Alligator book in the Which Is Which? series helps readers discover the similarities and differences between crocodiles and alligators. Focused on 21st Century content, the Which Is Which? series encourages readers to ask questions, think more critically and creatively, and use their problem-solving skills. Book includes table of contents, sidebars, glossary, index, and author biography.
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  • Margaret Knight and the Paper Bag

    Virginia Loh-Hagan

    Library Binding (Cherry Lake Pub, Aug. 1, 2018)
    The 21st Century Junior Library Women Innovators series highlights the contributions of women to STEM fields. Margaret Knight and the Paper Bag examines the life of this important woman and her contributions to the modern paper bag. Sidebars encourage readers to engage in the material by asking deeper questions or conducting individual research. Full color photos, a glossary, and a listing of additional resources all enhance the learning experience.
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  • Making Choices With Friends

    Diane Lindsey Reeves

    Library Binding (Cherry Lake Pub, Jan. 1, 2018)
    An age-appropriate look at the causes and consequences of choices children make every day with friends. Each title includes activities encouraging students to LOOK, THINK, MAKE A GUESS, ASK QUESTIONS, and CREATE. Colorful photos embrace diversity and backmatter encourages further learning on the topic.
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  • Model T to Self-Driving Cars

    Jennifer Colby

    Paperback (Cherry Lake Pub, Aug. 1, 2019)
    Tech is constantly progressing and changing. But have you ever stopped and wondered how it all started? In Model T to Self-Driving Cars, discover how the Model T evolved into the self-driving cars we have today. Engaging inquiry-based sidebars encourage young readers to think, create, guess, and ask questions about this technology. Book includes table of contents, glossary, index, author biographies, and sidebars.
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  • Frog or Toad

    Tamra B. Orr

    Library Binding (Cherry Lake Pub, Aug. 1, 2019)
    Some animals look so alike, it's difficult to tell which is which! The Frog or Toad book in the Which Is Which? series helps readers discover the similarities and differences between frogs and toads. Focused on 21st Century content, the Which Is Which? series encourages readers to ask questions, think more critically and creatively, and use their problem-solving skills. Book includes table of contents, sidebars, glossary, index, and author biography.
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  • Honeyguide Birds and Ratels

    Kevin Cunningham

    Paperback (Cherry Lake Pub, Aug. 1, 2016)
    The Better Together series presents an introductory look at some of nature's most exciting cooperative pairs. Honeyguide Birds and Ratels explores the close mutualistic relationship between the two animals. Sidebars encourage readers to engage in the material by asking deeper questions or conducting individual research. Full color photos, a glossary, and a listing of additional resources all enhance the learning experience.
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  • Making Choices on My Team

    Diane Lindsey Reeves

    Library Binding (Cherry Lake Pub, Jan. 1, 2018)
    An age-appropriate look at the causes and consequences of choices children make every day on a team. Each title includes activities encouraging students to LOOK, THINK, MAKE A GUESS, ASK QUESTIONS, and CREATE. Colorful photos embrace diversity and backmatter encourages further learning on the topic.
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  • Climate Scientist

    Josh Gregory

    Library Binding (Cherry Lake Publishing, Jan. 1, 2013)
    A guide to what a climate scientist does and how to become one.
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  • Trees

    Jennifer Colby

    Paperback (Cherry Lake Pub, Aug. 1, 2014)
    Trees helps young readers find the answers to questions and learn about the incredible world of threes, from deciduous to conifer and beyond. Call-outs throughout the book prompt inquiry and critical thinking skills by asking questions and inviting readers to looks closely at the photographs and diagrams.
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