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Books in I Want to Know About series

  • My Body

    Pierre Winters, Eline Van Lindenhuizen

    Hardcover (Clavis, Aug. 1, 2013)
    What do you do with your arms and legs? Where is your nose? What are your eyes, ears, and mouth used for? The answers to these and other bodyrelated questions are covered in this book for young learners. Exploring all the major body parts—from bones and muscles to hair and organs—and teaching children how to express emotions, this picture book uses short verses and tasks paired with a miniquiz to help children gain a better understanding of their growing body.
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  • A Day at the Museum

    Florence Ducatteau, Chantal Peten

    Hardcover (Clavis, Aug. 1, 2013)
    Young children will learn everything they need to know about visiting a museum in this fun and engaging picture book. It explains the different types of museums and who works at them, whether touching works of art is allowed, what a museum catalog is used for, and all the other activities available to visitors. Including a funny comic, a poem with tasks, a large foldout page spread, and a miniquiz, this beautifully illustrated work combines facts and fun to turn the average kid into a wellinformed museum patron.
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  • Want to Know: Going To the Theater

    Florence Ducatteau, Chantal Peten

    Hardcover (Clavis, July 12, 2016)
    Want To Know! This series of informative picture books answers the questions young children. Some subjects are familiar to them, others are less familiar. The books deal with the world and the environment around us, with our past and our present. In a playful and clever way, these books tell children what they want to know! Do you want to know everything about theater and what you can do there? What did theater look like in Ancient Greece? Who else works at the theater besides actors? Is theater the same everywhere in the world? What is a shadow show? These and many other questions will be answered in this book. You’ll also find a fun comic, a crafts page, a big foldout page, and a mini-quiz, so you’ll become a real expert. An informative picture book for children aged 5 and up about the wonderful experience that is going to the theater. Guided Reading Level N
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  • Are Dragons Real?

    Portia Summers

    Library Binding (Enslow Publishing, Jan. 1, 2017)
    Delving deep into mythology of dragons from across the globe, this narrative text will inform readers about different cultures and present possible scientific explanations. A glossary strengthens vocabulary, while full-color images and a bright design will keep even the most reluctant readers interested. Then, readers can decide for themselves based on the evidence presented.
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  • All About Cats

    Jozua Douglas, Hiky Helmatel

    Hardcover (Clavis, Dec. 15, 2015)
    Do you want to know everything about cats? Which types of cat are there? How can you make a cat happy? And what does he do when he is happy? How old can a cat get? And what happens at a cat show? These and many other questions will be answered in this book. You also find a fun comic, a song, a do-it-yourself page and a fold-out page. Thanks to the mini-quiz you’ll become a real cat expert!An informative picture book about animals in nature, namely cats. For cat lovers aged 5 and up.
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  • Are Mermaids Real?

    Portia Summers

    Paperback (Enslow Publishing, Jan. 1, 2017)
    Exploring legends from across the globe, this narrative text presents the story of the mermaid, offering possible scientific explanations for the myths. Bright images and a playful design will keep even the most reluctant readers interested, while a glossary helps build vocabulary. A broad spectrum of ideas encourages critical thinking.
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  • Traveling by Airplane

    Pierre Winters, Tineke Meirink

    Hardcover (Clavis, Nov. 1, 2012)
    Shares facts and activities for readers, covering topics ranging from the kind of work done at airports and what a cockpit looks like to different kinds of aircraft and how it feels to ride on an airplane.
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  • Was Atlantis Real?

    Portia Summers

    Paperback (Enslow Publishing, Jan. 15, 2018)
    Already a legend during the time of the ancient Greeks, the story of Atlantis told of a sophisticated civilization that disappeared underwater. Civilizations and floods have been talked about for centuries, across many cultures and continents. Readers will discover the many stories of underwater cities and how they have been discussed over the years. Vibrant images and fast facts will help readers further explore the legend of Atlantis, and curious minds will be encouraged to answer the question for themselves.
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  • I Know About Maps

    Chris Jaeggi, Meyer Seltzer

    Paperback (Rand McNally, March 1, 1995)
    Introduces the various kinds of maps, how to read a map, and the ways in which people use maps
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  • Was Moby Dick Real?

    Laura Baskes Litwin

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, Jan. 15, 2018)
    The tale of the giant white whale immortalized in Herman Melville's classic 1851 novel was inspired by horrifying real events: the shipwreck of a whaling boat and the desperate efforts of its twenty-man crew to survive. With accessible text and vivid full-color imagery, this engrossing volume investigates both the legend and the true story behind Moby Dick. Entertaining fast facts and insightful sidebars will keep elementary-level readers engaged throughout. A Further Reading list with books and websites encourages further exploration.
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  • Was Atlantis Real?

    Portia Summers

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, Jan. 15, 2018)
    Explores the legend of Atlantis and discusses the many theories people from ancient times to the present have held about the lost island and to what extent it may have been real.
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  • Are Monsters Real?

    Portia Summers

    Paperback (Enslow Publishing, Jan. 1, 2017)
    Delving into myths and legends from across many cultures, this narrative text presents classic legends side by side with possible scientific explanations. Vivid images and a dynamic design will keep even the most reluctant readers interested, while a glossary allows readers to build vocabulary. Then, readers can examine the evidence and decide for themselves.
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