Books published by publisher Barn-E-Bee Publishing

Rise and shine, Busytown! This book takes preschoolers inside a typical Busytown morning. Huckle Cat is helping with breakfast and heading to school. On his way, he encounters Mailman Pig, Mr. Frumble, and other friends and neighbors out taking care of morning business. Tabs at the top of each spread feature a character from the busy illustration that toddlers can try to find. (Ages 2-5)

For more than 50 years, noted children's illustrator Richard Scarry's distinctive color illustrations have introduced preschoolers to basic learning concepts. In this attractive set of four board books, early concepts such as opposites and good manners are explored. Titles included are: Huckle's OppositesLet's Count to TenAll About Us!Huckle's Good MannersThe books have six bright and busy two-page scenes, each scene is filled with Richard Scarry's famous Busytown animals doing all kinds of silly things that will make toddlers giggle. Each book has a trim size of 5 1/2" x 5 ½," and all four books fit in a colorful illustrated school bus shaped case for easy portability and convenient clean up.

The art and archaeology of ancient civilizations like Greece, Rome, and Egypt continue to capture the imaginations of artisans everywhere. From jewelry to mosaics to sculpture, the echoes of classical style continue to inspire us. From H&M to Dolce & Gabbana, classic influences are a recurring theme in the fashion world, so much so that even the most elaborate statement pieces have their place in the modern jewelry box. In Ancient Worlds, Modern Beads, ancient inspirations meld with contemporary styles to create stunning jewelry projects for today's beading enthusiast. Author van Pelt offers readers 30 craft projects that are just perfect for both novice and experienced beaders, including:Ten designs from Ancient Greece, including delicate patterned bracelets, statement earrings, and fringed necklaces inspired by the Mediterranean Sea, Greek mythology, and the opulence of AthensTen designs from Ancient Rome, such as medallion pendants, statement necklaces, beadwork bangles, and cocktail rings, inspired by ancient Roman artwork, pottery, coins and heirloom jewelryTen designs from Ancient Egypt, including beaded collars, cuff bracelets, and the strung necklaces of ancient Egypt's wealthy elite. Colors and patterns are inspired by jewelry artifacts and tomb decorationsEach project ranges in skill level from easy to advanced, with step-by-step instructions, diagrams, and a full materials listWith help from this book, designers and crafters will discover a gorgeous array of techniques to create pieces that feature the best of both ancient and modern worlds.

In Manitoba, Winnipeg, a bronze statue of Sir William Stephenson proudly stands as a testament to this hero's legacy. He was a dedicated soldier, a gifted inventor, an extraordinary businessman, and a spy. From his humble Canadian beginnings, William Stephenson enlisted in the Royal Flying Corps and rapidly moved through the ranks of the armed forces. Eventually earning himself the code name "Intrepid" for his immense bravery and dedication, Stephenson found himself a crucial cog in the war efforts against Nazi Germany in WW II. He became the senior official of the British Security Coordination, ensuring that British and American intelligence was safely passed between authorities. He became closely affiliated with Winston Churchill, and his wartime antics served as the main inspiration for Ian Fleming's James Bond character.

Lowly Worm needs to get a load of apples to Huckle's apple-bobbing party. Kids can follow Lowly on a crazy applecar adventure and lift the flaps to see how he gets through the streets of Busytown, across the freeway, and through the mountains to make his delivery. On each page, children will find big, easy-to-spot flaps that are designed especially for small hands to grasp and lift. They'll love revealing the funny surprises underneath!

A fine classroom supplement and a solid information source for kids writing social studies reports, this updated, easy-to-read book explains the federal system as it works in the United States today. It also discusses some ways in which the government has changed since the framers of the Constitution brought it into existence in the 18th century. Described are the Legislative body, composed of Senate and House of Representatives, the Executive branch, headed by the President with the Cabinet members, and the Judicial branch, headed by the Supreme Court of the United States, and extending to federal courts throughout the nation. New in this edition are facts about how a bill becomes a law, the various departments in the Executive branch, and more. Young readers learn how officials are elected or appointed and how government agencies work for the people's benefit. A complex process is explained in interesting terms that young readers can comprehend.

In this groundbreaking book, Dr. Karen Pape tells the story of how some children with early brain damage astounded everyone around them. The brain injury they suffered at or near birth had led to motor problems such as the awkward gait we associate with cerebral palsy. Yet they were able to run, kick a soccer ball, tap dance, and play tennis. This was not supposed to happen. It ran counter to the prevailing belief that the brain is hardwired and fixed. When Dr. Pape first shared her remarkable findings, she ran into fierce opposition from mainstream medicine. Yet this courageous neonatologist didn’t back down.In her clinical practice, Pape helped many young brain-damaged children to significantly improve their movement. It led her to ask why some of them could run but not walk with the same ease. Her answer was astounding: By the time they learned to run, their brains had healed. The awkward walking gait was actually a bad habit acquired while the brain was still damaged.This is the power and the beauty of neuroplasticity, the brain’s amazing ability to change and heal. It has revolutionized the treatment of adults who suffer stroke. Now, for the first time, this remarkable book shows that children with a brain injury at or near birth can get better, too. These stories of children’s recovery and improvements are a revelation―surprising, inspiring, and illuminating. They offer real hope for some of the world’s most vulnerable children and a better understanding of how the baby brain grows and recovers.

This whimsically illustrated pop-up book introduces younger children to a very important subject: science. Eleven imaginative, full-color pop-up spreads tell kids the story of how all physical reality came into existence, starting at the beginning of time with what scientists call the Big Bang--a cosmic explosion that got the universe started. Illustrations and easy text that follows portray the formation of the solar system and the gradual changes on the planet Earth that made it hospitable to life forms. Succeeding illustrations show the evolution of sea creatures, dinosaurs, and other prehistoric animals, culminating with the origin and development of human beings. Kids will be fascinated by the ingenious pop-up illustrations as they discover the story of literally everything that exists.

Vividly illustrated with bright, full-color illustrations by award-winning children's artists, books in the First Picture Dictionaries series speak to kids at progressive age levels. Books combine artwork and/or photo illustrations with bold and easy-to-read word labels and definitions. Parents are encouraged to use these books as aids in teaching children the preliminaries of reading and writing at home. The books also make great teacher's helpers in classrooms, from Pre-K through early grades. With the cheerfully illustrated My First French Dictionary and a little help from parents or teacher, toddlers learn to recognize words in two languages--English and French. They start with word and picture association, each word serving as a picture label and presented in both languages. Words are grouped by themes, such as clothes kids wear, toys they play with, animals, foods, and many others. Questions throughout the book encourage kids to look closely and talk about what they see--in two languages! This book is useful in homes where either English or French is spoken as the family's first language.

The books in this Visual Explorers series feature page after page of dramatic, full-color photographs. Inside, kids can get up-close and personal with dangerous animals, natural wonders, ocean life, and the mysteries of the rainforest. In Rainforests, engaging text, detailed facts, and impressive statistics give children exciting scientific insight into the mysteries of the rainforest as revealed through the plants and animals that live deep within its canopy. A glossary at the end of each book helps reinforce the information. Parents, teachers, and librarians will want to collect all of the books in this series to create a very cool first encyclopedia to build early research skills. (Ages 8 and up)

This series of books introduces students to the Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium (SBAC), a series of next-generation assessment tests based on the Common Core Standards. Given in the Spring, the SBAC aims to measure student learning as well as critical thinking skills developed during the school year. These fair and reliable standards prepare students for 21st Century learning, including the use of computers on test day. In <i>Smarter Balanced Grade 8 Math</i>, students will get::<ul><LI>One practice test <LI>An overview of the test, including the computerized format of the exam <LI>Clear explanations of what is expected, including developing understanding and fluency in math; responding to technology-enhanced tasks; and more <LI>All questions thoroughly answered and explained<LI>Practice exercises that cover the different types of SBAC questions<LI>Helpful test-taking tips and strategies throughout </ul>It's the perfect way to help students reach their highest potential on the grade-specific SBAC tests now, and in the years to come.

A reclusive computer programmer, Nathan Yirmorshy, pounds out ones and zeros in the quiet of his home while his landlord secretly watches from behind a two-way mirror. When an intercepted note connects the landlord to a secret society, and a detective ends up dead, Nathan must abandon his home and everything familiar to him, open his heart to a tarot reader he has never met, and trust her with his life - just as the ancient scriptures have foretold. An appendix of essays by rabbis, doctors, and physicists discuss the themes of the book, specifically, the Bible codes and the Shekinah, the female aspect of God.