Learn about the country's history, culture, people and much more! Located at the intersection of Asia, Africa, and Europe, Turkey is the only nation in the world to occupy land on three different continents. Readers will discover how Turkish culture blends influences from all three continents, resulting in a unique blend of tradition, language, and cuisine that can't be found anywhere else. They will also learn about Turkey's history, find out how its government works, and tour some of its most incredible sights. The complex text in this title allows the reader to explore unique features of the country and determine how key details support the main idea of the text. Text features, such as bold print, captions, and call-out boxes provide clarity and help students locate answerrs to questions.

Turkey (Enchantment of the World)

Children's Books

Tamra Orr

Science, Nature & How It Works

scholastic

Spiral-bound handbook with biographic info and photo or illustrations of 50 outstanding African-Americans, including President Obama

50 Great African Americans

Publications, International, Ltd.

John F. Kennedy's Moon Shot

Cherry Lake Publishing

From his early days playing piano in the church and living with his grandparents to his stardom on television and in movies, Eric Bishop has been a delight to watch. As Jamie Foxx, he has entertained audiences with his humor as well as dazzled them with his ability to take on dramatic roles. His career has been impressive, from his hilarious Ugly Wanda skits on In Living Color, through major dramatic movie roles, and on to singer and musician. Find out how it all began for this star in the little town of Terrell, Texas, and an eager second-grade class. Jamie Foxx’s journey is one straight to stardom with no end in sight!

Jamie Foxx (Blue Banner Biographies)

Biographies

Mitchell Lane Publishers

When other children were busy getting ready to go to school, Joanna JoJo Levesque was following in the footsteps of favorite singers Aretha Franklin and Whitney Houston. From an early age, she loved to get up and sing for anyone who would listen. Her talent was obvious even before she entered kindergarten. JoJo has gone on to wow audiences of all ages with her mature voice. Still, her life wasn t always easy. Her parents divorced when she was young, and money was tight. Jealous classmates bullied her in school. Meanwhile, JoJo continued to pursue her dreams. By the time she was sixteen, she had recorded two albums and performed in two popular movies. She has caught the eye of a growing number of fans and her future looks even brighter! Find out how JoJo has used her talents to become the confident star she is today.

JoJo (Blue Banner Biographies)

People all around the world enjoy the hobby of gardening. They love planting tiny seeds in the soil and watching them sprout into mature plants. Gardening isn t just for adults, however. Kids can plan, create, and maintain their own gardens, too. Gardening for Kids is rich with ideas and instructions for making water gardens, flower gardens, vegetable gardens, perennial gardens, butterfly gardens, and landscape designs. Have you ever wished you could bring a rainbow to your backyard and keep it all summer? If so, you could plant your own perennial garden. It will bring bright colors and beauty to your house year after year, whether you fill a few pots or fill your entire backyard. Follow these step-by-step instructions for planting a perennial garden, from figuring out which plants will grow best where you live to where you should plant each seed. As little green shoots stick up through the dirt to greet the sun and then turn into colorful blossoms, you will be glad for every minute you spent on your garden. It s the best way to capture a rainbow of your very own!

A Kid's Guide to Perennial Gardens (Robbie Readers) (Robbie Readers, Gardening For Kids)

It s never too early or too late to learn about money. Follow a class of fifth-graders as they figure out the world of finance, from earning, budgeting, and saving to investing and collecting coins from around the world. See how they make money work for them, and take the mystery out of money matters. In A Kid s Guide to Earning Money, join Mr. Franks and his class as they try to earn enough cash to get them to the new science museum. Follow them as they find out different ways to earn money from folding laundry to starting a car-washing business. Find out where to search for jobs, how to know if a job is right for you, and about the laws that dictate what kids can earn, what taxes they may or may not have to pay, and what jobs and hours they are allowed to work. If you ve ever wished you could earn some extra spending money, this book will help you on the road to putting cash in your pockets.

A Kid's Guide to Earning Money (Robbie Readers) (Robbie Readers: Money Matters: A Kid's Guide to Money)

Education & Reference

Everywhere across the United States, children from other countries are joining American classrooms. How can their classmates prepare? Learning about the culture, geography, and history of the new student s native country can help smooth the transition. Greeting the student with a few words in his or her language, making a traditional craft, and whipping up a well-known dish are all sure to help the child feel welcome. In this vibrant and colorful series, students and teachers can find out how to Meet a New Student and maybe make a new friend. A new student from China is joining Ashley s third-grade class in Boulder, Colorado. The whole class wants to help welcome Cui Ping, so they are eager to learn as much as they can about her country. Join them as they learn about power struggles in ancient dynasties and how bronze was used. See the magnificent artistry in colossal achievements such as the Great Wall and the Giant Buddha of Leshan. Find out what kinds of things Americans buy from China, and discover some fun Chinese games like tiaoban (seesaw jumping!). Then join Ashley and her class in preparing some almond cookies and tea and welcoming a New Student from China. Hen hao!

Meet Our New Student From China (A Robbie Reader) (Robbie Readers)

Geography & Cultures

Achilles was a powerful Greek warrior and hero famed for his swift-footedness. His mother, the sea goddess Thetis, tried to make him immortal, but one spot his heel was vulnerable. His role in the Trojan War was the center of Homer s The Iliad in fact, it was prophesied that the Greeks couldn t win the war without him. Once he arrived, however, his wrath began to take over. This brave and confident warrior let pride and a hot temper get in his way, and it led to tragedy. Read how the great hero had great decisions to make, and how his anger often blinded him from wiser choices.

Achilles (Profiles in Greek and Roman Mythology)

What was life like in ancient Egypt? Did everyone spend their lives building pyramids and writing mysterious symbols on stone walls? Not exactly! Egyptian families had much more to do than that. Some women had jobs being professional weepers! Dinners were often cooked on the roof, and everyone kept a close eye on whether the water in the Nile was going up or down. Travel back in time and find out what it was like to work for a pharaoh, how long kids went before they had to wear clothes, and other fascinating details about this period in history.

In Ancient Egypt (How'd They Do That?)

History

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