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Introduction To PBL Videos PBL Explained, BIE EdTech PBL @ High Tech High Best PBL Sites

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Improving Science Education Through Three-Dimensional Learning

Quick Search Next Generation Science Standards

THE THREE DIMENSIONS OF SCIENCE LEARNING

Within the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), there are three distinct and equally important dimensions to learning science. These dimensions are combined to form each standard-or performance expectation-and each dimension works with the other two to help students build a cohesive understanding of science over time.

Crosscutting Concepts help students explore connections across the four domains of science, including Physical Science, Life Science, Earth and Space Science, and Engineering Design.

When these concepts, such as "cause and effect", are made explicit for students, they can help students develop a coherent and scientifically-based view of the world around them.

Science and Engineering Practices describe what scientists do to investigate the natural world and what engineers do to design and build systems. The practices better explain and extend what is meant by "inquiry" in science and the range of cognitive, social, and physical practices that it requires. Students engage in practices to build, deepen, and apply their knowledge of core ideas and crosscutting concepts.

Disciplinary Core Ideas (DCIs) are the key ideas in science that have broad importance within or across multiple science or engineering disciplines. These core ideas build on each other as students progress through grade levels and are grouped into the following four domains: Physical Science, Life Science, Earth and Space Science, and Engineering.

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GET TO KNOW

The Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) are K-12 science content standards. Standards set the expectations for what students should know and be able to do. The NGSS were developed by states to improve science education for all students.

A goal for developing the NGSS was to create a set of research-based, up-to-date K-12 science standards. These standards give local educators the flexibility to design classroom learning experiences that stimulate students' interests in science and prepares them for college, careers, and citizenship.

Get to Know the Standards

IMPLEMENT

The NGSS call for a three-dimensional approach to K-12 science instruction. This represents a significant transition from previous state standards. That's why effective implementation demands a great deal of collaboration and patience among states, districts, schools, teachers, and students.

Thoughtful and coordinated approaches to implementation will enable educators to inspire future generations of scientifically literate students. That is the vision of the NGSS. This website provides a range of high-quality resources that empower educators, administrators, parents, and the general public to help bring this vision to life.

Find Tools and Resources

WHY

Science-and therefore science education-is central to the lives of all Americans.

A high-quality science education means that students will develop an in-depth understanding of content and develop key skills-communication, collaboration, inquiry, problem solving, and flexibility-that will serve them throughout their educational and professional lives.

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Food and Agriculture Center for Science Education

The Food and Agriculture Center for Science Education provides learning materials that are in alignment with contemporary STEM standards; materials that spark inspiration. Encouraging inspiration can help cultivate the next generation of leaders that will tackle the challenges they may face in this rapidly changing world.

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Ag Literacy Resources | American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture

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Agricultural literacy resources for educators and ag literacy coordinators

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Debra Spielmaker, Administrator and Yasuko Mitsuoka Grow, Designer

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The National Agriculture in the Classroom website provides K-12 educators with engaging resources to increase agricultural literacy among their students.

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Life Lab Science K-5 Curriculum — Life Lab

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Life Lab Science - Archived Unit Downloads - K-5 Garden-Based Curriculum from the 1990s

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A n edible education places the child at the center of their learning and uses food to engage all aspects of their education. You can access the Edible Schoolyard's full curriculum of 62 lessons below - along with our pedagogy, philosophy, practices, and approach to curriculum development.

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Krista Gasper creates videos on YouTube about composting, eating local, soil nutrients and so much more! Krista is the garden educator at Harmony School. Her lessons are separated into K-3rd grade and 4th-8th grade. Check out her channel!

Marin Child Care Council has created dozens of short youtube videos targeted to preschool teachers who wish to incorporate gardening into their curriculum. Their mission is to "is to improve availability, accessibility, and affordability of quality child care in Marin County."

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National Center for Agricultural Literacy

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The National Center for Agricultural Literacy is dedicated to changing how the world thinks about agricultural systems related to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, their quality of life, and our environment.

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Welcome to the largest online resource for scratch cooking in schools! A program of the Chef Ann Foundation, this site features step-by-step guides, tools, and other resources to help schools improve their meal programs and convert to scratch-cooking.

By cooking from scratch (with whole, fresh ingredients), school food programs can provide delicious, nutritious meals for students. Research has shown scratch-cooking to have incredible benefits, like increased meal participation, improved student attendance, and decreased risk of diseases like diabetes.

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Welcome to the largest online resource for scratch cooking in schools! A program of the Chef Ann Foundation, this site features step-by-step guides, tools, and other resources to help schools improve their meal programs and convert to scratch-cooking. By cooking from scratch (with whole, fresh ingredients), school food programs can provide delicious, nutritious meals for students.

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Find classroom resources for teachers and students. Search for videos, lesson plans, and games aligned to state and national standards.

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We help schools start or expand their edible garden programs.
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Growing food at home is easy and rewarding - we can help you get started.
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FoodCorps Toolshed - A hub for FoodCorps-specific materials and other relevant and time-tested resources from FoodCorps partners

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FoodCorps Program Guide is a set of resources for FoodCorps members, designed to support effective FoodCorps direct programming in schools.

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The story of an eleven-year-old aspiring food critic whose culinary adventures lead to unexpected outcomes.

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A delightful tale of friendship and mischief in a small town, with many scenes centered around food and meals.

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Find everything about Soups Stews on Kitchn, the online home for all things food.

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Humphrey the hamster takes on various adventures, sometimes involving food-related scenarios, which keeps readers engaged and entertained.

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The first book in the series about everyone's favorite classroom pet!

You can learn a lot about life by observing another species. That's what Humphrey was told when he was first brought to Room 26. And boy, is it true! In addition to having FUN-FUN-FUN in class, each weekend this amazing hamster gets to sleep over with a different student, like Lower-Your-Voice-A.J. and Speak-Up-Sayeh. Soon Humphrey learns to read, write, and even shoot rubber bands (only in self-defense, of course). With lots of friends to help, adventures to enjoy, and a cage with a lock-that-doesn't- lock, Humphrey's life is almost perfect. If only the teacher, Mrs. Brisbane, wasn't out to get him!

Boys and girls can't help falling in love with Humphrey! Kids will be eager to get their paws on all 12 books in the series! Be sure to look for Humphrey's Tiny Tales for younger readers.

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Cooking Class: 57 Fun Recipes Kids Will Love to Make (and Eat!)

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Offers a variety of fun and easy recipes for kids, encouraging them to take an active role in preparing their meals.

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Gr 3 Up-A comprehensive first cookbook for novices. Step-by-step instructions easily spell out how to make breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as how to prepare vegetables, snacks, and desserts. Standard favorites, such as pancakes, biscuits, apple crisp, pasta, and vanilla pudding, are just a few of the varied range of fare presented. This work features cheerful photos of young people creating foods that kids love to eat. The use of healthy ingredients adds further to the appeal. Colorful stickers and decorative recipe cards are another bonus. VERDICT Though there are plenty of cookbooks aimed at the younger set, this is a worthy addition to the profusion of similar titles.-Kathryn Diman, Bass Harbor Memorial Library, Bernard, ME

"Of all the kids' cooking books that have crossed my threshold over the years, this is the one that seems to have struck gold. I usually hand kids' cookbooks to my daughter (she's 9 now) for a first opinion before looking at them myself; this one I never got back. Cooking Class , written by family-magazine editor and kids'-cooking specialist Deanna Cook, seems to know how to talk directly to kids (or at least bookish kids who are seriously motivated to feed themselves) with minimal interference from parents. Part of the appeal is that it's such an intensely visual book, full of colorful pages, punchy graphics and clear instructions. It's got peel-off labels for your homemade dressings (because even a kid independent enough to cook for herself is still a kid, and hence not immune to the charm of stickers). It's got pictures of other kids cooking by themselves. And now, our copy's got stains and sticky spots - sure signs of devotion no matter what the cook's age." - T. Susan Chang, NPRNew York Times , Creator of themom100.com blog magazine

"Spiral-bound, with glossy, easy-to-clean covers, these cookbooks are bright and colorful, with recipes that range in difficulty from very easy (mug cake, salad dressing) to more complicated (crepes, spring rolls). They are perfect for children who want a thorough introduction to the kitchen, including basic rules for safety, vocabulary, setting a table and - you're going to love this, parents - cleaning up. They are written for children ages 8 to 12, but again, younger ones will find something for them here, too." - Cooking Class is a fantastic how-to-cook book for kids. They'll get an overview of basic cooking skills, learn kitchen vocabulary, and even learn how to set a table. The book includes press-out bonus material like recipe cards, table discussion cards, place cards, and four sheets of stickers. Includes recipes for fruit roll-ups, popcorn chicken, and mashed potato clouds." - Book Riot FamilyFun editor Deanna F. Cook's new book, Cooking Class , a must-have for any budding chef. The recipe variations and open-ended projects let kids take their culinary creativity to the next level." -

"An appealing blend of fun techniques (flowers made of fruit, anyone?) and practical recipes (omelets, apple crisp) make former FamilyFun Foreword Reviews The Mom 100 Cookbook FamilyFun Project Kid: 100 Ingenious Crafts for Family Fun

"There comes a time, kids, when you've got to expand your kitchen repertoire beyond mac 'n cheese, hot dogs, and PBJ. French Toast on a Stick, Quiche Cupcakes, Tiny Tomato Toast, and Lettuce Roll-Ups are so much more interesting and healthy, especially when you've made them all by yourself. No matter what you want to cook, this book has you covered, with helpful photos, easy-to-follow instructions, and quirky twists on recipes." -

"For any parent who is in full 'how do I start' shrug mode, wondering how to bring their kid into the kitchen - pick this up: a few recipes in, the goal will be accomplished." - Katie Workman, author of

"A creative, hands-on collection of fun, kid-friendly recipes, with easy step-by-step directions and inspiring photos." - Ann Hallock, Editor-in-Chief,

"This book teaches kids that the art and pleasure of cooking isn't just about how to crack an egg or dice a tomato - it's about preparing and sharing tasty, healthful foods in creative ways." - Amanda Kingloff, author of

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Cooking Class: 57 Fun Recipes Kids Will Love to Make (and Eat!)

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A colorful and engaging cookbook featuring simple recipes that kids can make with minimal supervision.

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"We love cooking with Food Network Magazine! It's always a party with them, and this book is no exception! So many fun recipes in here, especially the PB&J cake."-Madeline & Anna Zakarian, Geoffrey Zakarian's daughters"I love how committed Food Network is to teaching both adults and children how to cook!" -Lorenzo Mauro, Jeff Mauro's son -Ava Clark, Alex Guarnaschelli's daughter"My daughter Ava is so excited about this cookbook. It's specifically engineered to celebrate kids, their discovery of gastronomy through familiar comfort food dishes, and learning to cook food for themselves!" "This book is chock-full of whimsical, fantastical (and delicious!) recipes that will actually get your little one running to join you in the kitchen. At my house, we pored over every mouth-watering picture, marking our favorites with sticky notes-and I realized we tagged more pages than not!"elebrity Designer and HGTV Star give all children an opportunity to explore their inner foodie. A visual index kicks off the book, which is then divided into color-coded sections on breakfast, lunch, snacks, dinner, dessert, and fake-out cakes. The 150-plus recipes are simple to follow, with many basic ingredients, and several allow variations for users to experiment according to their personal taste. presents over 150 recipes "that any kid can make." There are some recipes that young home cooks (ages 8-12) can prepare with minimal adult supervision, such as one of the six variations of Ants on a Log, as well as others that will require help from an adult, such as the giant s'mores cake, which requires the use of a kitchen torch."This accessible and visually stunning cookbook will delight and inspire home cooks of all ages and get families cooking together."-School Library Journal, starred review is filled with more than 150 fun recipes for kids, including their Taco Salad Cups and Edible Cookie Dough recipes." is really just that: 150+ recipes designed specifically for kids whether they aspire to be the Food Network Kids Star or just want to make a super cool cheeseburger cake (yup, that is really a recipe) to impress their friends. Mamas might find some surprising inspiration in this cookbook, too, for easy family dinners. We love that there is even a coloring book section for when we need them out of the kitchen but still want to encourage their food exploration."-Anna Baboval, writer for Scary Mommy simply duplicates material that others have presented in the past - because this brightly colored, spiral-bound, well-thought-out book adds some new wrinkles to the young-people's-cookbook genre and irons out some of the old ones. The basics of what to do and how to do it are all in The Big, Fun Kids Cookbook, and the attractive layout, bonus features (even a six-page coloring section at the very end), mixture of ordinary and unusual recipes, and factual tidbits make this offering a winner on all levels."

- Geoffrey Zakarian, Food Network Star, father of three

"Everybody knows I love cheeseburgers. I also love cake. Now I can have both in one bite! Best. Cake. Ever! Best. Cookbook. Ever!"

"This book is so eye-poppingly colorful its hard to put down. Not only is a great resource for parents but also a great resource for today's food-centric children. The photography jumps off the page and makes you want to put down your phone, pick up a spatula, and get to cooking with your kids."
-Jeff Mauro, Food Network Star
"We kids have our own special way of seeing food. We are passionate about ingredients. We are learning about food and cooking from our parents and other family members. We have traditions and heritage to consider. That's what makes us individuals. This book allows a kid like me to take her own experiences and explore a day of meals in a new way! I also love that the book is like a test, too. I want to know what I don't know about ice cream trucks! It's like a cookbook and a game at the same time."

-Alex Guarnaschelli, Food Network Star -Jane Francisco, Editor in Chief, "Our foodie family definitely lives to eat! And having interesting recipes that are straightforward and easily involve everyone is a huge help! From the Almond Butter-Berry Toast to the Chinese Meatball Sliders, we love the original twists to traditional dishes in The Big, Fun, Kids Cookbook !" - Vern Yip, C "The Food Network has launched countless young people on the path to becoming chefs. In this covered, spiral-bound cookbook (making countertop use easier), the editors of the Food Network Magazine

"This thoroughly enjoyable cookbook from the editors of Food Network Magazine

While the dishes comprise many kid-friendly favorites, like waffles, pizza, and cupcakes, there are also fun, healthy alternatives, such as melon "fries," spaghetti squash, and "ants on a log remix." Large color photos of the finished dishes; helpful tips; "Did You Know?" facts (e.g., waffles inspired Nike's first running shoe); and food quizzes keep the text even more engaging. With recipes for cakes that look like cheeseburgers, mac and cheese, giant s'mores, and more, the final section may be reason enough to purchase this delightful cookbook." "For a great children's cookbook, Food Network Magazine's

In addition to several kids' favorites like mac and cheese, and creative riffs such as French toast muffins, there are several "design your own recipe" sections that encourage readers to create their own variations of basic staples, such as granola bars. The recipes are simple to follow with easy-to-find ingredients and plenty of valuable tips ("Split English muffins in half with a fork... so you'll end up with good nooks and crannies").

Alongside the recipes are dozens of facts ("There are 10,000 varieties of grapes in the world," they write next to a recipe for candied grapes), food trivia quizzes, and coloring pages that are bound to spark enthusiasm.

This is an exceptional introduction to cooking that children and even novice adult home cooks will enjoy."
recently-released Big, Fun Kids Cookbook -Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Food Network Magazine has been inspiring mama chefs for years (and the actual TV channel for even longer) and they have taken the dive into children's cookbooks. The Big, Fun, Kids Cookbook The Big, Fun Kids Cookbook from Food Network Magazine

-Mark J. Estren, Ph.D, president of TransCentury Communications and Infodad.com
"...it would be a big mistake to think that

Food Network Magazine is the #1 selling magazine at newsstands in America across all magazines. It has 13.55 million readers every month-more than for any other food or lifestyle magazine. The magazine is every food lover's essential handbook: a monthly supply of expert advice, inspiring ideas and must-try recipes. The magazine's bright, lively design captures the energy of Food Network, while story after story reminds readers that food is fun, and that anyone-of any age-can cook like a star.

Maile Carpenter is the founding editor in chief of Food Network Magazine, the best-selling monthly magazine in the U.S., and The Pioneer Woman Magazine, a new magazine launched in 2017 with cookbook author, Food Network star and social-media phenom Ree Drummond. Maile is an expert in kids cooking-she has two young daughters who love to experiment in the kitchen and hold family cooking competitions!

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Food Network Magazine The Big, Fun Kids Cookbook: 150+ Recipes for Young Chefs (Food Network Magazine's Kids Cookbooks)

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Filled with kid-friendly recipes, this cookbook makes cooking fun and educational for young chefs.

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Nicola Graimes is an award-winning health, cookery and food writer. She also ghost-writes books and creates recipes for chefs, restaurants, food companies, supermarkets and celebrities.

With a back catalogue of over 30 books, covering subjects as diverse as flexitarian diets, vegetarian and vegan food, pregnancy, weaning, children's food, good health and weight loss, Nicola is winner of the Best Vegetarian Cookbook in the World Gourmand Awards, Best Family Cookbook in the World Gourmand Awards and a finalist in Le Cordon Bleu World Media Awards.

Nicola has a passion for creating healthy, fuss-free, nutrient-rich food. At the heart of her cooking is a wish to get the best out of fresh ingredients by exploring different ways of preparing and cooking them, creating dishes that not only taste good but look good, too. The greatest challenge is to transform a collection of everyday ingredients into something delicious and special with the minimum of effort and time. Nicola's recipes are modern, relaxed and easy-to-follow with simple, yet detailed instructions.

Nicola lives in Brighton with her family and dog, Ted. She shares an allotment with friends and loves growing her own food, swimming in the sea and foraging for wild food on country walks.

Visit Nicola's website https://nicolagraimes.co.uk/ for more information and lots of recipes. Or follow Nicola on Twitter and Instagram @NicolaGraimes

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Kids' Fun and Healthy Cookbook [Graimes, Nicola, Shooter, Howard] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Kids' Fun and Healthy Cookbook

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Part of the 'Why Should I?' series, this book teaches children the benefits of eating well and maintaining a healthy diet.

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Boys and girls discover the importance of eating sensibly and keeping to a balanced diet. They learn that good eating habits are important for health and fitness. Titles in the enlightening and entertaining Why Should I? series of picture storybooks answer questions that younger boys and girls are likely to ask about a wide range of topics. Part of every child's development consists of asking questions about themselves, their friends and neighbors, and their surroundings. Why Should I? books help them discover good answers. Kids will be attracted by the amusing color illustrations on every page, and parents and teachers will appreciate the note at the back of each book offering further suggestions on answering children's questions.

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Why Should I Eat Well? (Why Should I? Books)

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The Omnivore's Dilemma: Young Readers Edition

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The Omnivore's Dilemma: Young Readers Edition

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This version of the famous book explores food choices and their impact on our health and environment, tailored for younger readers.

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A simple and engaging introduction to basic nutrition concepts for kids, including the importance of healthy eating habits.

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Healthy eating is important at every age. Offer kids a variety of fruits, vegetables, grains, protein foods, and dairy or fortified soy alternatives. When deciding on foods and beverages, choose options that are full of nutrients and limited in added sugars, saturated fat, and sodium. Start with these tips:

Offer variety

Include choices from each food group - fruits, vegetables, grains, protein foods, and dairy and fortified soy alternatives - in meals and snacks during each day.

Connect at mealtime

Eat meals together whenever possible. Turn off the TV and put away phones and tablets so you can "unplug" and focus on healthy foods and each other.

Make good nutrition easy

Designate a shelf or a drawer in your fridge for your kids. Stock it with cut up fruits and vegetables, yogurt, nut butters, and whole-wheat mini bagels and crackers.

Think about their drinks

Make water and low-fat or fat-free dairy milk and fortified soy alternatives easy options to grab in your home. Have ready-to-go containers filled and in the fridge to take on outings.

Get kids involved

Depending on their age, kids can peel fruits, assemble salads, measure, scoop, and slice. Let them create and name their own side dish.

Have a shopping buddy

Let kids participate in grocery shopping online or in the store. Reward them by letting them choose their favorite fruit or maybe a new one.

The benefits of healthy eating add up over time, bite by bite.

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A humorous story about dragons and their love for tacos, but with a caution to avoid spicy salsa!

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The classic story of a young boy who wins a tour through the most magnificent chocolate factory in the world, owned by the mysterious Willy Wonka.

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A whimsical tale about a town where food falls from the sky like rain, offering a fun and imaginative adventure for young readers.