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This book discusses how music (and its delivery methods) are forever innovative.

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Read Music by Annie Buckley for free on hoopla. Kids have always loved music. But the way they make, access, buy, and listen to music has changed ra | hoo...

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I would use this book mainly to highlight different instruments that may get students interested in learning how to play.

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Music: Techniques, Styles, Instruments, and Practice

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Throughout history, music has been an important accompaniment to other art forms, most notably drama, and to traditional rituals. Today, music dominates t...

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This book explores art styles of famous artists with kids activities that may replicate these styles.

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Great American Artists for Kids

Chicago Review PressEnglish 144 Print Pages

Hands-on Art Experiences in the Styles of Great American Masters

Fun and easy art-appreciation activities abound in this resource that features 75 American artists from colonial times to the present. A brief biography for each artist tells why his or her work is important, and a kid-tested art activity tries out the artist's approach. For Georgia O'Keeffe, the activity is a desert painting; for Frederic Remington, a face cast; for Leroy Nieman, a sketch of athletes; and for James Whistler, a clay engraving. Projects stress the creative process and encourage kids to try unusual techniques such as block printing, soak-stain, and stone carving as they learn about architecture, drawing, painting, photography, and sculpture. A resource guide provides a glossary of art terms, a list that groups the artists by style, a list of the artists' birthdays, an index of art supplies, and websites for viewing art online.

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"Truly a treasure!"
- Dr. Robert Rockwell, author, Mudpies to Magnets

"The inspiration that every teacher or parent needs to encourage young artists."
- Dr. Rebecca Isbell, director, Center of Excellence in Early Childhood Learning and Develop

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Read Great American Artists for Kids by MaryAnn F. Kohl, Kim Solga for free on hoopla. Fun and easy art-appreciation activities abound in this resource th...

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A fun book that is very interactive, allowing students to utilize a discerning eye when looking at artwork.

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Kids can create their own impressionist drawing or painting, which highlights the style of Vincent Van Gogh.

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Read Expressionist Art by Alix Wood for free on hoopla. Readers might be familiar with some of the works of Vincent Van Gogh. What they might not know is ...

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Kids can learn simple math (including learning the numbers) through the creation of crafts.

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Read Kids Love Math Crafts by Joanna Ponto for free on hoopla. Math is the only language shared by all human beings across the globe. Students will practi...

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Young children can learn math through play!

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In this third book in the Busy Little Hands series, (Busy Little Hands: Art Play! and Busy Little Hands: Food Play!) preschoolers are introduced to the idea that math is everywhere, and numbers are fun! Each page features lots of bright pictures for pre-readers and each activity is designed for little mathematicians to play with numbers as they count, compare, measure, and make patterns using toys, snacks, and other items that are part of everyday life. From Counting Cars and Shape Stamping to Number Hide & Seek and Pattern Hunt, this book is packed with learning fun that will set preschoolers on the path to math success. Durable cards and stickers add hands-on learning elements. Dr. Linda Dauksas is the director of the early childhood and special education programs at Elmhurst University. With a doctorate in instructional leadership from National Louis University, Dr. Dauksas specializes in early childhood special education, engaging families in the education of young children, and retaining novice teachers in high-need settings. She resides in Illinois.

Dr. Jeanne White holds a doctorate in curriculum and instruction and is a professor at Elmhurst University, where she teaches math methods courses in the early childhood and elementary education programs. She presents internationally on topics of math education, specializing in the use of the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics in primary and elementary grades. She resides in Illinois.

Count. Build. Learn!

Use toys to count, sort, and compare!

Create your own shape stamps!

Experiment with patterns!

Includes Pop-Out Activity Cards & Stickers

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Read Busy Little Hands: Math Play! by Linda Dauksas, Jeanne White for free on hoopla. In this third book in the Busy Little Hands series, (Busy Little Han...

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This book is more advanced, but great for challenging our older students in my licensure area through lab work.

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Read Math Lab for Kids by Rebecca Rapoport, J. A. Yoder for free on hoopla. Make learning math fun by sharing these hands-on labs with your child. Math La...

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Before math class (as bellwork) this book can be utilized for students to solve a challenging math riddle!

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Get kids' brains buzzing with super-tricky math riddles for ages 8 to 12 Welcome to a different kind of math book: a collection of tricky riddles that m...

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Math games are a great way for students to learn math in a different context.

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This ingenious book will show young readers just how much FUN maths can be! Strap in for an amazing roller-coaster ride through a world of mathematical games.

Written by award-winning science writer Anna Claybourne, this inspiring book promotes maths learning with a twist. Inside you will find intense pen-and-paper puzzles, thrilling two-player games and exciting experiments using ordinary household objects. Young readers can rediscover subjects such as geometry, statistics, and measurement in a completely new light, learning time-saving tips and tricks for common maths problems.

Featuring lively illustrations and a glossary of key terms, it promotes functional problem solving and builds confidence in maths. Perfect for readers aged 8+.

ABOUT THE SERIES: The STEM in Action series puts maths and science learning into practice, bringing together tricks, games and experiments which involve key STEM concepts. With vibrant, hilarious illustrations, these guides make maths and science accessible and exciting for young readers.

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84 Amazing Maths Games to Boggle Your Brain!

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This ingenious book will show young readers just how much FUN maths can be! Strap in for an amazing roller-coaster ride through a world of mathematical ga...

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This is a great book about teaching the basics toward being healthy to get young children off to a great start with health.

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Attention all grown-ups! Kids have questions! Now they'll have answers.

Kids of all ages have some important questions about how their bodies work-and why their parents and other adults have some strong ideas on what needs to get done every day in order to stay healthy. Children often hear:

"No more screen time!"

"Eat your vegetables!"

"Why can't we have cookies for dinner?"

"You need to take your medicine!"

"Wash your hands! With soap!"

"It's getting late! Get ready for bed!!"

In this book, Dr. Nina Shapiro embarks on an amazing journey through the body as it gets fed, protected, exercised, cleaned, energized, and rested. Each chapter provides kids with age-appropriate explanations and illustrations that address their very good questions about their bodies and health with solid (and fun!) science-based answers. By receiving an in-depth understanding of what it means to be healthy, strong, clean, rested, and energized, kids will soon be able to make smart decisions on their own.

The human body is incredible, and the science behind how our bodies work, how the world affects our bodies, and how our bodies affect the world around us is pretty cool, too.

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This book discusses healthy eating and making good choices in regards to eating nutritious foods.

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A hands-on guide to the world of food science for kids ages 8 to 12 The meal on your plate has had many adventures on its way to your belly! Uncover the...

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This book contains 40 STEAM experiments that would be a great supplement to a textbook for lab work.

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Take your scientific exploration to the next level with real experiments for kids ages 8 to 12 Here's a hypothesis you can prove: science is a ton of fu...

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Five-Minute Science Fiction Stories for Kids: Sci-Fi Stories for Young Explorers

SERGIO RIJOEnglish 87 Print Pages

"Five-Minute Science Fiction Stories for Kids: Sci-Fi Stories for Young Explorers" invites young readers to journey through captivating tales of imagination and wonder. Within these pages, you'll meet intrepid young adventurers, brave young inventors, and imaginative young minds, all exploring the limitless possibilities of the universe.These science fiction stories are crafted to spark curiosity, empathy, and the boundless potential within every child. They'll transport young explorers to distant planets, introduce them to time-traveling inventors, and immerse them in the creative world of robots, aliens, and futuristic technology.As the young protagonists navigate thrilling adventures, readers will learn valuable lessons about friendship, creativity, and the beauty of embracing one's uniqueness. The stories demonstrate the power of connection, knowledge sharing, and the ability to work together to create a brighter, harmonious future.Perfect for bedtime or quick moments of adventure, each story can be enjoyed in just five minutes. With vibrant storytelling, "Five-Minute Science Fiction Stories for Kids" is not only a gateway to endless imagination but also a source of inspiration for young minds, encouraging them to explore the wonders of the universe and the depths of their own creativity.This collection of science fiction stories is a world of possibilities waiting to be discovered by young readers. Whether they dream of becoming young inventors, intrepid explorers, or imaginative storytellers, this book is an invitation to embark on exciting journeys, ignite curiosity, and celebrate the marvels of science fiction.Open the cover and let your young explorers set out on thrilling adventures within the pages of "Five-Minute Science Fiction Stories for Kids." The future is bright, and the universe is theirs to explore.

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This book explores science through fairy tales, which is perfect for our young readers.

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Read Fairy Tale Science by Sarah Albee, Bill Robinson for free on hoopla. Explore the laws of physics, principles of chemistry, and wonders of biology in ...

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This book offers projects that relate to the learning of social studies through maker spaces.

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10 Great Makerspace Projects Using Social Studies

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Read 10 Great Makerspace Projects Using Social Studies by Kerry Hinton for free on hoopla. Technology and tools once available only in factories can now b...

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This book offers lots of different maps that cover different grade levels as far as complexity.

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Read All Kinds of Maps by Susan Ahmadi Hansen for free on hoopla. Which highways pass through Wyoming? How much rain did New Orleans get yesterday? How ma...

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This book allows students a fun way to explore the U.S. Government with weird facts.

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This guide to U.S. politics features surprising stories, hidden history, and clear explanations of how our government works-plus loads of weird but true facts!

Why is the president called the "commander-in-chief"? And did you know that during a filibuster senators can talk about whatever they want? They have read the phone book, a recipe for fried oysters, and even Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss!

In this next WBT Know-It-All, readers dive deep into the U.S. Capitol to uncover everything they need to know about our government-how things get done, who is who, and why things are the way they are.

After reading this book, kids will walk away with a wealth of practical knowledge about our government, including the roles of each branch and how things get done. From the Senate to the Supreme Court and everything in between, readers will learn if a vote in Washington, D.C., really "counts," how the two-party system got started, how many representatives each state has and why, and more. They'll also be wowed by a ton of weird but true information, like funny laws in some states-in one, it's illegal to kill Bigfoot!-how members of Congress ride their own mini-subways under the Capitol, and the surprising secrets of the dollar bill!

Jam-packed with photos, illustrations, fun facts and info, the Weird But True Know-it-all series is the anything-but-boring way to boost your brain!

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Weird But True! Know-It-All: U.S. Government

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This is a high-interest book with colorful images that discusses villains in history for kids.

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A fun book that introduces young children to historic American figures and what they were famous for.

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This book spurs your children onto success!

It collects little stories of high achieving Americans starting with their childhood, making it more relatable to the young ones. The phrases are simple and the author hyphenates all long words.
"Learning to read is like climbing a steep hill, and it is a great relief to the panting child to find frequent breathing places."

The book ignites your children's passion for reading through stories of Benjamin Franklin, teaches them courage and loyalty through anecdotes of John Stark, and instills in them sympathy and perseverance through narratives of Longfellow. Every story has a moral value, and there are many historical figures to learn from, both men and women.

There are many illustrations that bring history to life, and a few poems that would leave even an adult smiling at their witty rhymes.
"Too many pennies for a whistle
Is what we all pay, you and I,
Just for a little foolish pleasure
Pay a price that's quite too high."

Adults can enjoy reading this as well. It is fascinating to discover how our perspective of these characters has changed over time.

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Stories of Great Americans for Little Americans

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