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Books in True Books-Health series

  • Pluto: From Planet to Dwarf

    Elaine Landau

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2007)
    Describes Pluto compared to the planets previously known; explains how similar objects in space beyond Pluto made scientists decide to reclassify it as a dwarf planet; and discusses its moons and space probes sent to explore it.
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  • The Elements

    Matt Mullins

    Paperback (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2011)
    This book briefly examines the periodic table, and the elements that compose it.
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  • The California Gold Rush

    Mel Friedman

    Paperback (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2010)
    A True Book: Westward Expansion takes readers on an amazing journey to a fascinating time in U.S. history when the country was experiencing dynamic change and expanding westward.This book provides the keys to discovering the important people, places and events that helped shape the western United States. An age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study is included.
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  • I’m Made of Bananas

    Hilla Starovisky

    Hardcover (Hilla Starovisky - Briya, Oct. 1, 2015)
    Reading this book, the kids ask for fruits and vegetables! Suitable for vegans, vegetarians and every individual who owns a body! I'm Made Of Bananas is a unique and important children’s book about nutrition and health! It is beautifully illustrated and designed. I’m Made of Bananas is a children’s book that deals with a variety of topics related to eating and food: What is my body made of? What food was made for me by nature? The natural food groups: Fruits, vegetables, grains, nuts and seeds, legumes. How food is prepared What is added to our food (food additives). Understanding ingredient lists. What is folk medicine? Listening to your body Why do I eat - recognizing emotional eating Loving and taking care of yourself And more ! The book was recommended on many TV shows and magazines and by many parents and teachers and most importantly - by kids who loved it! For more information visit www.madeofbananas.com
  • The Respiratory System

    Christine Taylor-Butler

    Paperback (Children's Press(CT), Sept. 1, 2008)
    An introduction the the human respiratory system.This book introduces readers (Grades 3-5) to the respiratory system, explaining why and how people breathe, how each organ works, and how certain diseases can influence respiration.
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  • Voting

    Sarah De Capua

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2012)
    Presents information about voting, including what or who may be voted on, how the voting process works, and what information is required to vote.
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  • Westward Expansion

    Teresa Domnauer

    Paperback (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2010)
    A True Book: Westward Expansion takes readers on an amazing journey to a fascinating time in U.S. history when the country was experiencing dynamic change and expanding westward.providing the keys to discovering the important people, places and events that helped shape the western United States. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.
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  • The Iroquois

    Emily J Dolbear, Peter Benoit

    Paperback (Childrens Pr, March 1, 2011)
    An exploration of the Iroquois Indians, discussing the nation's housing, relationship with settlers, culture, and more.A True Book: American Indian series allows readers to experience what makes each American Indian people distinctive and exceptional. Readers will get to know each tribes culture, influence and history. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.
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  • The Shoshone

    Christin Ditchfield

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2003)
    Discusses the history, culture, and contemporary life of the Shoshone Indians of the Great Basin region of the western United States.
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  • The Circulatory System

    Darlene R. Stille

    Paperback (Childrens Pr, March 1, 1998)
    Describes the various parts of the human circulatory system and explains how and why blood is circulated throughout the body
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  • Voting

    Sarah De Capua

    Paperback (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2012)
    Whether being used to select a class president or a U.S. president, voting is a crucial part of American life. It can also be a surprisingly complicated process. Readers will learn who is eligible to vote in the United States, how voter registration works, and the importance of choosing carefully between candidates.
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  • The Digestive System

    Christine Taylor-Butler

    Paperback (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2008)
    Introduces the digestive system, including the digestive process, the organs involved in digestion, and common problems and diseases associated with the digestive system.
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