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Books in World Around Us series

  • On Our Nature Walk: Our First Talk About Our Impact on the Environment

    Dr. Jillian Roberts, Jane Heinrichs, Bob McDonald

    Hardcover (Orca Book Publishers, March 3, 2020)
    This illustrated nonfiction picture book by child psychologist Dr. Jillian Roberts introduces children to the important topic of the environment. Crafted around a conversation between a grade-school-aged child and an adult, this inquiry-focused book using age-appropriate language and tone will help children shape their understanding of the natural world and how they participate in protecting it. Dr. Roberts starts the discussion with the types of pollution and trash that children might notice on a nature walk or a trip to the beach, how they are caused and how to work to improve things in their own lives and communities. The World Around Us series introduces children to complex cultural, social and environmental issues they may encounter outside their homes, in an accessible way. Sidebars offer further reading for older children or care providers who have bigger questions. For younger children just starting to make these observations, the simple question-and-answer format of the main text will provide a foundation of knowledge on the subject matter. This is the newest title in The World Around Us series, following books that address poverty, tragedy, prejudice, online awareness and body safety and body image.
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  • Germany

    Jessica Dean

    Paperback (Jump!, Inc., Jan. 1, 2019)
    In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Germany. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country, including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry. Includes reading tips for teachers and parents, a map, quick facts, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
  • Some Cars Can Swim: Amaz Facts

    William Petty

    Library Binding (Copper Beech, Aug. 1, 1999)
    Presents the many ways old materials are recycled and put to use once more in relation to the important impact the process of recycling has on the health of the environment.
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  • Clothes Around the World

    Clare Lewis

    Paperback (Heinemann, July 1, 2014)
    This book looks at the rich diversity of clothes around the world. Through simple text and stunning photographs, it introduces children to similarities found in clothes in different cultures, and honors differences.
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  • Princesses from Around the World

    Katell Goyer, Misstigri

    Hardcover (Auzou, Jan. 6, 2015)
    Meet marvelous princesses from around the world with this wonderful book. These fantastical princesses are just like real ones from the kingdoms of China, India, and Italy. Through these pages, we enter their magical worlds . . .Katell Goyer graduated with a degree in French literature before choosing to become a teacher. She has always wanted to make up and write stories since she was a child, first for herself, and later for her children.Misstigri is a painter, a graphic designer, and an illustrator. Using acrylic for her paintings, she creates truly original and colorful worlds.
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  • Spain

    Kristine Spanier

    Library Binding (Jump!, Inc., Aug. 1, 2019)
    In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Spain. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country, including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry. Includes reading tips for teachers and parents, a map, quick facts, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
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  • Zimbabwe

    Kristine Spanier

    Library Binding (Jump!, Inc., Aug. 1, 2019)
    In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Zimbabwe. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country, including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry. Includes reading tips for teachers and parents, a map, quick facts, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
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  • The Art of African Masks: Exploring Cultural Traditions

    Carol Finley

    Library Binding (Lerner Pub Group, March 1, 1999)
    Describes how different types of masks are made and used in Africa and how they reflect the culture of their ethnic groups
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  • The Sea

    Brian Williams

    Paperback (Kingfisher Books Ltd, July 25, 1991)
    Introduces the wealth of life in the oceans and such recent developments as underwater farming, new technology, and ocean exploration
  • Virginia

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    Hardcover (Macmillan/McGraw-Hill School, )
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  • Tidal Waves Wash Away Cities

    Kate Petty

    Library Binding (Copper Beech, Aug. 1, 1999)
    Discusses the many uses of natural resources in the world today and explores the importance in conserving them for the world of tomorrow.
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  • Families Around the World

    Clare Lewis

    Paperback (Heinemann, July 1, 2014)
    This book looks at the rich diversity of family life around the world. Through simple text and stunning photographs, it introduces children to similarities found in families in different cultures, and honors differences.
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