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Books in Junior 21st Century Library series

  • What Is a Plant?

    Jennifer Colby

    Library Binding (Cherry Lake Pub, Aug. 1, 2014)
    What Is a Plant? helps young readers find the answers to questions and learn about the incredible world of plants, from roots to leaves and much more. 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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  • Working at City Hall

    Lucia Raatma

    Hardcover (Cherry Lake Pub, Jan. 21, 2011)
    Introduces young readers to municipal government, the people that work for local governments, and the types of work that they do.
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  • Farm Animals Goats

    Cecilia Minden

    Library Binding (Cherry Lake Pub, Aug. 1, 2009)
    Describes the physical characteristics and behavior of goats, including how they are raised on a farm for their meat, milk, and wool.
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  • Growing New Plants

    Jennifer Colby

    Paperback (Cherry Lake Pub, Aug. 1, 2014)
    Growing New Plants helps young readers find the answers to questions about growing plants, including what a plant needs to grow and how plants reproduce. 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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  • Venus

    Ariel Kazunas

    Library Binding (Cherry Lake Pub, Aug. 1, 2011)
    "Venus is the closest planet to Earth, and it is also very similar in size. Learn all about 'Earth's twin'."--From publisher.
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  • Frog or Toad

    Tamra B. Orr

    Paperback (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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  • Plants Need Sunlight

    Jennifer Colby

    Paperback (Cherry Lake Pub, Aug. 1, 2014)
    Plants Need Sunlight helps young readers find the answers to questions and learn about the incredible process of photosynthesis. 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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  • Working at a Movie Theater

    Susan Hindman

    Library Binding (Cherry Lake Pub, Jan. 1, 2011)
    Introduces young readers to movie theaters, the people that work there, and the types of work that they do.
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  • Mars

    Charnan Simon

    Library Binding (Cherry Lake Pub, Aug. 1, 2011)
    Introduces readers to Mars.
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  • Patricia Bath and Laser Surgery

    Ellen Labrecque

    Paperback (Cherry Lake Publishing, Jan. 1, 2017)
    The 21st Century Junior Library Women Innovators series highlights the contributions of women to STEM fields. Patricia Bath and Laser Surgery examines the life of this important woman and her contributions to ophthalmology and laser surgery. 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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  • Farm Animals Dogs

    Cecilia Minden

    Library Binding (Cherry Lake Pub, July 15, 2009)
    Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and work of farm dogs.
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  • Working at the Library

    Katie Marsico

    Library Binding (Cherry Lake Pub, Aug. 1, 2009)
    Introduces young readers to libraries, the people that work there, and the types of work that they do.
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