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Books published by publisher Chicago Children's Press 1963.

  • Tree Frogs: Life in the Leaves

    Moira Rose Donohue

    Paperback (Children's Press, Sept. 3, 2019)
    Did you know that a group of tree frogs is called an army -- or that a frog's tongue attaches to the front of its mouth?Nature's Children series provides young readers (Ages 8-10) with fascinating information about the planet's most incredible wildlife species. Each title offers a complete picture of the animal- from birth to adulthood- and describes its place in our world, including how humans impact it and its environment.
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  • Solids, Liquids, and Gases

    Ginger Garrett

    Paperback (Children's Press, March 1, 2005)
    The natural world comes alive for young readers with Rookie Read-About Science!Rookie Read-About Physical Science series introduces the youngest readers (Ages 6-7) to physical science concepts. Each book features critical-thinking questions throughout the text; a simple, hands-on experiment; a glossary and more.
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  • U.S. Landforms

    Dana Meachen Rau

    Paperback (Children's Press, Jan. 11, 2012)
    The United States contains some of the world's most impressive natural landforms.A True Book: U.S Regions series allows readers to experience what makes each of America's regions distinctive and exceptional. Readers will get to know each regions' history, geography, wildlife and future outlook. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.The United States covers a vast amount of land and is home to a wide variety of climates. Readers will learn about the nation's deserts, mountains, and plains. They will also discover such famous landmarks as California's Death Valley and the hot water geysers of Yellowstone National Park.
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  • It's a Good Thing There Are Bats

    Joanne Mattern

    Paperback (Children's Press, Sept. 1, 2014)
    There's a reason bats are associated with Halloween-they look pretty spooky! But these gentle, shy creatures don't hurt people.In fact, they help us in many ways-by eating insects, pollinating flowers, and spreading fruit seeds. The well-organized chapters help students identify key details. The illustrations and text features such as captions and bold print help readers (Ages 6-7) navigate the text while the photographs add clarity and enable students to better understand the text.
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  • Jellyfish

    Katie Marsico

    Paperback (Children's Press, Sept. 1, 2014)
    Discover why swimmers have come to fear these strange, ancient animals.Nature's Children series provides young readers (Ages 8-10) with fascinating information about the planet's most incredible wildlife species. Each title offers a complete picture of the animal- from birth to adulthood- and describes its place in our world, including how humans impact it and its environment. Jellyfish are among the most fascinating animals in Earth's oceans. Beneath the waves, these soft, ghostlike creatures drift through the water collecting prey with their dangling tentacles. Readers will discover how a jellyfish's body is structured, how jellyfish grow and reproduces, and how scientists classify jellyfish into different groups.
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  • The Civil War

    Peter Benoit

    Paperback (Children's Press, Sept. 8, 2011)
    An introduction the civil war for young readers.This book introduces readers (Grades 3-5) to the American Civil War, detailing the war's causes, key battles, notable generals and other persons involved in the war, and how the end of the war affected life in the United States.
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  • Jackson Pollock

    Mike Venezia

    Paperback (Children's Press, Sept. 1, 2016)
    Meet Artist Jackson Pollock!Getting to Know the World's Greatest Artists series combines a delightful mix of full-color historical reproductions, photos, and hilarious cartoon-style illustrations that bring to life the works of renowned artists, combining poignant anecdotes with important factual information for readers (Ages 8-9).Clever illustrations and story lines, together with full-color reproductions of Jackson Pollock's actual works, give children a light yet realistic overview of this artist's life and style.
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  • Stephen Hawking

    Mike Venezia

    Paperback (Children's Press, Aug. 7, 2009)
    Meet renowned physicist Stephen Hawking!Getting to Know the World's Greatest Inventors and Scientists series combines a delightful mix of full-color historical reproductions, photos, and hilarious cartoon-style illustrations that bring to life the work and contributions of renowned scientists and inventors, combining poignant anecdotes with important factual information for readers (Ages 8-9).This book presents the life and work of the British physicist who overcame the challenges of ALS to become one of the foremost scientists of the twentieth century.
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  • Mike Trout

    Marie Morreale

    Paperback (Children's Press, Jan. 15, 2016)
    Growing up in the small town of Millville, New Jersey, Mike Trout dreamed of following in his father's footsteps and becoming a professional baseball player.Today, he is one of the biggest stars in the Major League. Readers (Grades 4-6) will find out what makes Mike tick, from what he does in his spare time to why he still lives at home with his parents.
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  • If You Were a Kid During the California Gold Rush

    Josh Gregory, Caroline Attia

    Paperback (Children's Press, Feb. 1, 2018)
    Learn how prospectors mined for gold, what life was like in mining camps, and much more.In 1848, gold was discovered in a California river, kicking off a period of time when thousands of people traveled to the West Coast with dreams of getting rich. Readers (Ages 7-9) will get an up-close look at life during the California Gold Rush as they follow the adventures of Louise and Feng, two kids living in mining camp near San Francisco.
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  • The Three Little Pigs

    Meredith Rusu, Eva Martinez, Beth Hughes

    Paperback (Children's Press, Feb. 4, 2020)
    Tales to Grow By will be the perfect companion in the exciting path of becoming, little by little, responsible and happy grownups. Fairy tales are stories that have been passed down through generations. Their ancestral wisdom offers readers a truthful and extensive portrait of human behaviors and human experiences. This is why fairy tales are the perfect tool to teach character education.Tales to Grow by is a new series of books that unlocks the power of fairy tales. Each tale is retold to highlight important emotions, feelings and attitudes of its characters. Beautiful illustrations make the story accessible to young readers. Questions throughout the book and backmatter written by a children´s therapist guide the educator through the story and allow the readers to get in touch with their own feelings and emotions. The mix of rich content and visuals allows our little readers to enjoy the magic of the stories while developing strong and independent character.In this ironic retelling of the classic fairytale, children learn the importance of being patient and choosing carefully when it matters most.
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  • Race Cars

    Cody Crane

    Paperback (Children's Press, Sept. 1, 2017)
    Learn the history of auto racing, what it is like to be a race car driver, and much more.Race car technology has come a long way from the early days of auto racing. Today's cars rely on sleek, aerodynamic shapes and powerful engines to give drivers more speed and control than ever before. In this book, readers (Grades 3-5) will find out how engineers and other creative, forward-thinking people work to push race car technology to the limit.
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