Young readers can learn about the various methods used by animal activists to save bird wildlife from harmÆs way, such as studying bird habitats and gathering data on injured birds.

Bird Alert (Science of Saving)

Children's Books

Thomas, Peggy

Animals

Twenty-First Century Books

This addition to The Science of Saving Animals series offers a look at the worldwide conservation efforts in place designed to save snakes, turtles, and lizards from harm and possible extinction.

Reptile Rescue (Science of Saving Animals)

Introduces the history, technology, and importance of the science of using human remains to solve crimes and includes actual forensic cases.

Talking Bones: The Science of Forensic Anthropology (Facts on File Science Sourcebooks)

Teen & Young Adult

FACTS ON FILE+

Forensic Anthropology: The Growing Science of Talking Bones (Science and Technology in Focus)

Science & Math

Technology

Finalist for the2020 AAAS / Subaru SB&amp;F Excellence in Science Book exemplify outstanding and engaging science writing and illustration for young readers. George Washington Carver was a scientist, educator, artist, inventor, and humanitarian. Born into slavery during the Civil War, he later pursued an education and would become the first black graduate from Iowa Agricultural College. Carver then took a teaching position at the Tuskegee Institute, founded by Booker T. Washington. There, Carver taught poor Southern farmers how to nourish the soil, conserve resources, and feed their families. He also developed hundreds of new products from the sweet potato, peanut, and other crops, and his discoveries gained him a place in the national spotlight. George Washington Carver for Kids tells the inspiring story of this remarkable American. It includes a time line, resources for further research, and 21 hands-on activities to help better appreciate Carver’s genius. Kids will: <ul>
<li>Turn a gourd into a decorative bowl</li>
<li>Construct a model of a sod house</li>
<li>Brew ginger tea</li>
<li>Create paints using items found in nature</li>
<li>Grow sweet potatoes</li>
<li>Build a compost bin for kitchen and yard waste</li>
<li>Learn how to pickle watermelon rinds</li>
<li>And more!</li>
</ul>

George Washington Carver for Kids: His Life and Discoveries, with 21 Activities (73) (For Kids series)

History

Chicago Review Press

Describes the causes, symptoms, treatment options, and stigma associated with post-traumatic stress disorder.

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (Diseases and Disorders)

Personal Health

Lucent Books

New York: The Empire State

Mother and daughter co-authors, Margery Facklam and Peggy Thomas, explore their home state region by region, offering historical accounts, natural history facts, and sightseeing suggestions. Detailed illustrations capture the diversity and beauty of this grand state.

Facklam, Margery

Charlesbridge

Young Red McCarthy couldnï¿½t believe his eyes when he saw the size of the polliwog in his bucket as he pulled it out of the Erie Canal. Over time the polliwog grew, and soon Red had a giant adventure on his hands. Author Peggy Thomas was raised in western New York State and drew on her memories of hearing colorful tall tales from the 1800s while writing this story.

Joshua the Giant Frog

Pelican Publishing

In this illustrated children's book, Ruthie would rather go sledding than go to school. When she asks both children and adults how they might spend a snow day, they begin to envision fantastic alternatives to their usual routines. Ruthie teaches them her newly invented song and snow dance to help make their wishes come true. Even those in non-snowy climates will appreciate the longing for an unexpected vacation from work and school.

Snow Dance

Arts, Music & Photography

This wide-ranging series explores environmental phenomena such as global warming, astronomical wonders such as black holes, and life-altering inventions such as lasers. Vivid, informative narrative and fully documented quotes enhance each volume in the series. All books include annotated bibliographies and an index.

Artificiall Intelligence (Lucent Library of Science and Technology)

Lucent

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