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

Geography & Cultures

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.

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)

Science, Nature & How It Works

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

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

As hard as it may be for some people to imagine a Mormon mother of three writing one of the bestselling vampire love stories in the world, it was even harder for Stephenie Meyer. After all, she had never really done any writing before, and although she knew something was missing in her life, she did not know what it was. It wasn t until she had an unusual, unexpected dream about a romantic young vampire who sparkled in the sunlight that her journey from small-town mother to worldwide author began. Today, Meyer is one of the most recognized writers across the globe. Her stories have not only created a series of bestselling novels, but also blockbuster movies that have earned millions at the box office. Find out how Meyer, like the heroines of countless fairy tales, went from rags to riches, thanks to a handsome vampire named Edward and a gentle human girl named Bella. Her adventure is almost as exciting as theirs but without the fangs!

Stephenie Meyer (Blue Banner Biographies) (Blue Banner Biography)

The Story of the Constitution (My Guide to the Constitution)

You've heard about the Constitution of the United States for years but have you ever wondered how such a document got its start? Have you thought about who was involved and what problems or questions they might have had? This book will take you right inside Independence Hall. You will listen to the men s thoughts and hear their concerns as they argued, debated, and discussed how their new nation should be organized. As the men figured out how to reach a compromise about running the country, they had to deal with secrecy, heat, and flies. Find out all about it in this book which tells the Story of the Constitution.

Have you ever thought about how far back in history your family goes? Have you wondered about where your family came from and how they got where they are now? Researching your ancestry is a way to discover more about your family and yourself at the same time. Looking into the past may be easier than you think. You can start by talking to your parents and grandparents, and then examine old papers and photographs, go through archives, and then, like a time traveler, meet some of your ancestors. Tracing your roots is like a puzzle that just keeps growing. Check out these tips on how to get started.

How to Research Your Ancestry (A Kid's Guide to Genealogy)

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