Tamra Orr
1) Florida
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Located in the far southeastern corner of the United States, Florida is a popular vacation destination with plenty of beaches and other attractions. It is also a state with a rich history and vibrant local culture. Readers will explore all of Florida as they learn about its government, history, economy, landscape, and much more.
2) Oklahoma
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"Often called the 'panhandle state' for its unique shape, Oklahoma is a rich land, full of hundreds of lakes and miles of rivers, thick, green forests, rolling mountains, and productive farmland. Readers will get an up-close look at life in Oklahoma, from where people live to what their local traditions are. They will also learn about the state's history, government, economy, and more."--
4) Turkey
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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....
5) The sun
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Introduces the sun, discusses how ancient people worshiped it, and describes an eclipse.
6) The clouds
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Different kinds of clouds and their functions are described in rhyming verse.
8) Alaska
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Describes the history, geography, ecology, people, economy, cities, and sights of the state of Alaska and includes ideas for classroom assignments.
10) Antibiotics
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"Learn all about the history of antibiotics, from how they were first invented to how they impact our lives today."--
11) The stars
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Introduces star classes, examines the life cycle of a star, and discusses the animals and heroes that make up the clusters called constellations.
12) It snows
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"Young children are naturally curious about the world around them. It Snows offers answers to their most compelling questions about winter weather. Age-appropriate explanations and appealing photos encourage readers to continue their quest for knowledge. Additional text features and search tools, including a glossary and an index, help students locate information and learn new words"--
13) Organic farmer
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"Organic farmers work long hours outdoors in all kinds of weather. They use natural methods to fertilize soil and control pests. If you like gardening and working with animals, this may be the right career for you"--Page 4 of cover.
15) Madagascar
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"This book details the history, culture, geography, and government of Madagascar."--Provided by publisher.
16) Polar bears
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Looks at polar bears and how they survive in the wild, raise their cubs, and are related to other species.
17) Tornadoes
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Looks at the world's tornadoes from a mathematical point of view, discussing how they are formed, when they occur, and how they are measured.
18) Amelia Earhart
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"Learn about the life and accomplishments of Amelia Earhart"--
19) Bill Nye
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"Bill Nye! Everyone knows he is the Science Guy! For years, he has been teaching people of all ages about how the world works and why it is so interesting. Now, sit back and meet scientist William Sanford Nye. Read about how he was introduced to the fascination of sundials, and how he ended up changing his life's direction because he happened to look a little bit like comedian Steve Martin. From engineer to comedian, scientist to entertainer, Bill...
20) Tsunamis
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Shows how math skills can be used to learn more about tsunamis, including the triggers, the difference from regular waves, and where they occur most often.