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1) Sharks
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"Engage your earliest readers with these nonfiction animal introductions! In Sharks, emergent readers learn about the different parts of a shark and see it in the wild. Carefully crafted text, high-frequency words, repetitive sentence patterns, and strong visual references support emergent readers. Sharks includes tools for caregivers as well as introductory nonfiction features such as labels, a table of contents, words to know, index, and review...
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"The book uses fun and simple language to address the causes of low self-esteem and offer tips for building self-esteem. A good fit for any kid, but especially those who might feel like they are not good enough and need a little help learning to believe in themselves"--
"Empower kids to develop and build positive self-esteem and self-confidence."What makes you YOU?" Be Yourself, Like Yourself is a fun and friendly book that launches kids into understanding...
3) Snakes
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"Engage your earliest readers with these nonfiction animal introductions! In Snakes, emergent readers learn about different snake colors, patterns, and behaviors. Carefully crafted text, high-frequency words, repetitive sentence patterns, and strong visual references support emergent readers. Snakes includes tools for caregivers as well as introductory nonfiction features such as labels, a table of contents, words to know, index, and review questions....
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Voice-over artists can be heard in commercials, cartoons, and many other forms of advertising and entertainment. These performers use their voices to bring attention to upcoming movies, to tell customers about products, and to bring fictional characters to life. Many of these artists have a natural talent for voice work. Others have undergone extensive training to become skilled at this unique art form. Part of the They Do That for a Living? series,...
5) Ghostwriters
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With about one million new books released each year, writing has become a very popular profession. Novelists, experts in numerous fields, and even celebrities are behind some of the most popular books on the market today. But many of the so-called authors didn't actually write their own books. Ghostwriters step in when a person who wants to write a book lacks the time or the knowledge to get the job done. Part of the They Do That for a Living? series,...
6) Slam Poets
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Spoken word poetry has a long history both in the United States and far beyond its borders. Oral traditions have been part of numerous cultures. Today, some people make a living as slam poets. Competing in poetry slams can be a rewarding experience. It may even lead some poets to full-time careers as poets, authors, or teachers. Part of the series They Do That for a Living?, Slam Poets explores the history of this unusual career, what it takes to...
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Information is one of the biggest businesses in the world today, even among criminals. People called hackers have been around for decades. They break into computer systems to steal private information. They then use it for their own financial gain. Other people also make their living by hacking. But they do it legally. Professional computer hackers use their skills to keep others from becoming the victims of criminal hackers. Part of the series, They...
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The word hippotherapy makes many people unfamiliar with it think of hippos. But hippotherapy is done with a horse, not a hippopotamus. Several types of
therapists use this unique form of therapy to treat patients from the back of a horse! Learning how to use hippotherapy to treat patients takes a lot of time
and hard work. But many caregivers and patients alike see the benefits it can provide. Part of the series They Do That for a Living?, Hippotherapy:...
9) Daredevils
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Viewers held their breath as Nik Wallenda crossed the Grand Canyon on a thin wire. Wearing no harness, he could have fallen to his death if he made a single mistake. Daredevils such as Wallenda make their living performing dangerous stunts. They risk their lives to push the limits of what humans can accomplish while huge audiences watch their every move. Part of the series They Do That for a Living?, Daredevils explores the history of this unusual...
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El bisonte americano es el mamífero nacional de Estados Unidos. Los bisontesson símbolos de fuerza y libertad. Echa un vistazo aTodo sobre los bisontes deAmérica del Nortepara que puedas leer y aprender dónde viven, qué comen yqué tan rápido pueden correr. Todo sobre los bisontes de América del Norteesuno de los libros que componen nuestra serie Animales Alrededor del Mundo. Cada título está bellamente ilustrado con fotografías grandes...
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Meet Lionel Messi. Messi is one of the most respected footballers in history. Do you know he met his wife when they were children? Learn more about this Argentinian born soccer legend and read about many other popular stars in the Easy Star Biographies series.
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Teach speech skills as you get ready for bed! Created by a speech-language pathologist, I Can Say Goodnight! pairs bedtime activities with a proven approach designed to help youngsters learn to talk.
Each page features
• Simple, exciting sounds, words, and phrases that are easy for little ones to imitate
• Rhythm and rhyme to encourage repetition and help keep babies engaged
• Adorable photographs that model correct mouth positions and support...
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Inspired by Robert, our goal is to provide communication devices for families with non-verbal autistic children.
The Robert Norton Foundation was founded by Isabel Marie Norton-Lago in 2021. With your help, we hope to distribute hundreds of our AAC devices. These devices make it possible for non-verbal autistic children to communicate with family members and caregivers and improve the quality of their lives.
This story is about the journey...
14) Who Is Jesus?
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Knowing Jesus and who he is will encourage children to love and serve him. This is the ideal book for children to read during Sunday school and before bedtime. Knowing Jesus and who he is will encourage children to love and serve him. This is the ideal book for children to read during Sunday school and before bedtime.
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Lolly the Lobster gets swept up in a storm and is stuck in the woods, not knowing what to do. She is brave enough to continue to ask for help from the forest animals, after being shunned by several because she doesn't belong. She finally finds some friends that are compassionate and they help her find her way home back to her family and the sea.
Lolly's adventure is a tale of whimsy meant to foster kindness, compassion, and understanding that...
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A quirky and humorous short story that will reel its readers in, with its rhythmic, tongue twisting, phrases and comical ending. A stinky striped sock finds it's way into and under peculiar places, leaving it's stench for a nosy, floppy-eared dog to seek out. So whom does this stinky striped sock belong to you may ask...? That is left for the reader to share a good laugh, while discovering who the culprit is
18) The Cunning Fox
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This fable revolves around a fox as the leader of a group consisting of different animals. The fox goes on a hunt for a deer. It cleverly uses other animals' unique skills to catch the deer. But the real deception comes when it's time to enjoy the hunt. The fox always puts its interests above everything else. It has a sharp intellect and cunning mind that it uses to manipulate others in the group.
This timeless tale is one that you won't want...
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In this delightful children's book, acclaimed author Jill Craven, takes young readers on an enchanting journey through the cosmos. God's Great Design invites little explorers to discover the wonders of the solar system and divine purpose behind each planet. God's Great Design is more than a book, it's an invitation to marvel at the Creator's wisdom. Perfect for bedtime reading or classroom exploration, this book nurtures wonder, faith, and a sense...
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Join Georgia and her furry sidekick, Cash, on their newest and bravest adventure yet!
Are you ready for another delightful adventure with Georgia and Cash? In their latest escapade, our lovable duo is back to help their friend Bluey face one of the most nerve-wracking experiences: a visit to the dentist!
Bluey is feeling anxious about his dental appointment, but with Georgia and Cash by his side, the trip is transformed into a fun-filled,...
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