Connor Dayton
Author
Series
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
Martin Luther King is a truly inspirational figure who we honor each year in January for his contributions during the Civil Rights Movement. This volume offers accessible bilingual text in English and standard Latin American Spanish that explains King's life and legacy as an important leader. Photographs show moments from his life as well as of people honoring this holiday in service of their community or country.
4) Touch
Author
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
The sense of touch is unique in that it involves the whole body, through the nerves in our skin. Readers discover how this sense works, why different areas of the body have differing sensitivity, and how it can alert us to danger.
5) Sight
Author
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
Readers will learn how sight works, including which organs are used in vision. The importance of light to sight is also explained. The simple text also explores related topics, such as optical illusions, vision problems, and how to protect the eyes.
6) Hearing
Author
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
Here, kids will learn how sound waves travel and how our ears and our brain collect and interpret those sound waves. Spreads also define hearing impairments, and why loud noises are harmful to the ears, and how to protect the ears from these sounds. The graphic organizers, videos, and photographs in the interactive eBook version expand on the subjects found in the print version and allow readers to customize their experience of the book.
Author
Series
Publisher
Britannica Educational Publishing in association with Rosen Educational Services
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
"This biography traces basketball superstar Kobe Bryant from his childhood in Italy (where his father played professional basketball) to his status as a high school basketball prodigy and NBA rookie sensation, through his five NBA championships and ongoing dynamic, all-star-caliber play for the team that drafted him directly out of high school, the Los Angeles Lakers. Readers learn what makes Bryant such a talented player and valuable team member...
10) Veterans Day
Author
Series
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
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Description
Introduces Veterans Day, explains who veterans are, and describes the ways in which Americans honor those who served their country.
Author
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
Whether it's a barbecue, a giant parade, or gorgeous fireworks, this holiday always has something to offer any patriot. Readers see the various ways we celebrate this day through an accessible narrative supported by brilliant photographs.
Author
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
America's workers are the focus of Labor Day, as this patriotic holiday honors the struggles people faced in the pursuit of fair wages and safe working conditions. Photographs show historical context as well as contemporary celebrations of the holiday. Accessible bilingual English and Spanish text explains the history and traditions associated with this end-of-summer holiday.
13) Thanksgiving
Author
Series
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
Introduces Thanksgiving, discusses the origins of the holiday, and describes the ways in which Americans celebrate.
Author
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
Memorial Day honors those who have died in service to their country. This volume uses easy-to-follow English and standard Latin American Spanish to explain the origins of this special day, as well as the ways in which Americans use the day to take pride in their fallen soldiers. Bright photographs show soldiers, families, and children taking part in parades and other activities that demonstrate respect and gratitude to the people of service.
15) Memorial Day
Author
Series
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
Introduces Memorial Day and describes the ways in which Americans honor those who died for their country and the other fashions in which people celebrate the holiday.
Introduces Memorial Day and describes the ways in which Americans honor those who died for their country and the other fashion in which people celebrate the holiday.
16) Presidents' Day
Author
Series
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
Introduces Presidents' Day and the two presidents it chiefly honors, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, and describes monuments to the presidents.
Author
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
Presidents' Day was begun as a holiday to honor George Washington, the first president of United States. The holiday has since been expanded to celebrate the lives and achievements of all of America's commanders-in-chief. Accessible bilingual texts explain the holiday's origins and offer fun facts about the holiday and its honorees. Photographs illustrate both the history behind the holiday and the contemporary celebrations of it.
18) Labor Day
Author
Series
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
Introduces Labor Day, discusses its history, and describes the different ways in which Americans celebrate the holiday.
19) Independence Day
Author
Series
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
Introduces Independence Day, discusses the Declaration of Independence, and describes the different ways in which Americans celebrate the holiday, including the foods they eat, parades, and fireworks.
20) Jackhammers
Author
Series
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
Introduces the jackhammer, discussing the parts of the machine and its purpose.