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Chickens Aren't the Only Ones (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Blue: Level L)
by Ruth HellerRuth Heller's prose and pictures are the perfect means for discovering the variety of oviparous animals and their unique ways of laying eggs.
Chickens on the Move (Math Matters)
by Pam Pollack Meg BelvisoDiscover Math Matters! With over 15 million books sold worldwide, this award-winning series of easy-to-read books will help young readers ages 5–8 approach math with enthusiasm. Great for fans of MathStart or Step into Reading Math. Grandpa has a surprise for Tim, Anne, and Gordon - CHICKENS! Now, where should they put the chickens and their new home? Because each time they move the fence, the home becomes a different shape, but the perimeter stays the same.With engaging stories that connect math to kids&’ everyday lives, each book in the Teachers&’ Choice Award–winning Math Matters series focuses on a single concept and reinforces math vocabulary and skills. Bonus activities in the back of each book feature math and reading comprehension questions, and even more free activities online add to the fun! (Math topic: Counting & Skip Counting)
Chico the Brave
by Dave HorowitzA shy chick finds the courage to soar Chico is afraid of everything, even his own shadow. His dad tries to bolster his confidence by telling him about the legendary Golden Chicken, but Chico doesn't believe anyone could be that brave. So he sets off into the mountains to find the Golden Chicken, certain that the heroic bird will give him advice. Instead, his quest leads him to something he definitely wasn't seeking--an adventure! Before he knows it, he's soaring through the sky to the very place where a courageous hero is most needed--his own hometown, where the dreaded Llama Llama Gang is turning things upside down. Readers will get a hoot out of this little hero who saves the day!
The Chief's Daughter and the Hunting Dog
by Peter WallaceThe Chief's daughter goes on a quest to help her village.
Chike and the River
by Chinua AchebeThe more Chike saw the ferry-boats the more he wanted to make the trip to Asaba. But where would he get the money? He did not know. Still, he hoped.Eleven-year-old Chike longs to cross the Niger River to the city of Asaba, but he doesn't have the sixpence he needs to pay for the ferry ride. With the help of his friend S.M.O.G., he embarks on a series of adventures to help him get there. Along the way, he is exposed to a range of new experiences that are both thrilling and terrifying, from eating his first skewer of suya under the shade of a mango tree, to visiting the village magician who promises to double the money in his pocket. Once he finally makes it across the river, Chike realizes that life on the other side is far different from his expectations, and he must find the courage within him to make it home. Chike and the River is a magical tale of boundaries, bravery, and growth, by Chinua Achebe, one of the world's most beloved and admired storytellers.From the Trade Paperback edition.
The Chikorita Challenge (Pokémon Chapter Books)
by Tracey WestCatch this action-packed adventure about Ash, Pikachu, and their friends! This chapter book features classic characters featured on Netflix and in Pokémon Go.Ash thinks it's cool that Chikorita has joined his Pokémon team. But the newest member of his Pokémon squad is jealous of Pikachu! So Chikorita takes off -- on a journey way beyond the Poké Ball. And that could be very dangerous! Will Pikachu and Ash find Chikorita before Team Rocket gets their paws on the Grass-type Pokémon? This chapter book is based on a thrilling storyline from the top-rated animated series now on Netflix. Black-and-white illustrations throughout.
Child and Adolescent Development for Educators, Second Edition
by Christine B. McCormick David G. SchererThis accessible text--now revised and updated--has given thousands of future educators a solid grounding in developmental science to inform their work in schools. The book reviews major theories of development and their impact on educational practice. Chapters examine how teaching and learning intersect with specific domains of child and adolescent development--language, intelligence and intellectual diversity, motivation, family and peer relationships, gender roles, and mental health. Pedagogical features include chapter summaries, definitions of key terms, and boxes addressing topics of special interest to educators. Instructors requesting a desk copy receive a supplemental test bank with objective test items and essay questions for each chapter. (First edition authors: Michael Pressley and Christine B. McCormick.) New to This Edition *Extensively revised to reflect a decade's worth of advances in developmental research, neuroscience, and genetics. *Greatly expanded coverage of family and peer relationships, with new content on social–emotional learning, social media, child care, and early intervention. *Discussions of executive function, theory of mind, and teacher–student relationships. *Increased attention to ethnic–racial, gender, and LGBT identity development. *Many new and revised practical examples and topic boxes.
Child of the Universe
by Ray JayawardhanaPerfect for fans of The Wonderful Things You Will Be and That's Me Loving You, this picture book by a renowned astrophysicist is a lyrical meditation on the preciousness of one child and the vastness of the universe.Just like the sun gives shine to the moon,you light up the world beyond this room . . .You are grand and marvelous, strong and mysterious.The history of the world is in your fingertips.A lyrical meditation on the preciousness of one child and the vastness of the universe, this gorgeously illustrated picture book shares the immensity of a parent's love along with the message that we are all connected to the broader cosmos in important and intimate ways. A perfect bedtime read-aloud, Child of the Universe is a book to cherish forever.The author is an astrophysicist who has been fascinated by the universe since he was a child. As a parent, he has developed a new appreciation for the deep connections between billions of years of cosmic evolution and this one tiny human.
Children Just Like Me
by Susan Elizabeth CopseyPhotographs and text depict the homes, schools, family life, and culture of young people around the world.
Children Just Like Me: A new celebration of children around the world (Children Just Like Me)
by DKA favorite in classrooms, libraries, and homes, Children Just Like Me is a comprehensive view of international cultures, exploring diverse backgrounds from Argentina to New Zealand to China to Israel. With this brand new edition, children will learn about their peers around the world through engaging photographs and understandable text laid out in DK's distinctive style.Highlighting 36 different countries, Children Just Like Me profiles 44 children and their daily lives. From rural farms to busy cities to riverboats, this celebration of children around the world shows the many ways children are different and the many ways they are the same, no matter where they live.Meet Bolat, an eight-year-old from Kazakhstan who likes to cycle, play with his pet dogs, and play the dromba; Joaquin from New Jersey who enjoys reading and spending time with his family, and whose favorite food is bacon; or Yaroslav from Moscow who likes to make robots. Daily routines, stories of friends and family, and dreams for the future are spoken directly from the children themselves, making the content appropriate and interesting to draw in young readers.To celebrate the twentieth anniversary of this special project, all-new photography, maps, and facts give unique insight to children's lives in our world today showing their homes, food, outfits, schools, families, and hobbies.A passport to a celebratory journey around the world, Children Just Like Me is perfect for children who are curious about the children of the world and their stories.
Children Just Like Me: A new celebration of children around the world
by Dorling KindersleyWelcome to this brand-new edition of Children Just Like Me--a celebration of children and childhood around the world. Since the first edition of Children Just Like Me was published in 1995 the world has changed a lot, and the children from the original book are now in their late twenties and early thirties. It felt like the right time to make a new edition of Children Just Like Me, which follows the children of today. The children who are featured in this book come from a variety of countries and a range of different backgrounds. In many cases they appear to lead very different lives, whether it's dressing in different clothes or eating different kinds of foods. But they also play the same games, worry about the same things, and find the same things funny. The biggest realization we had making this book was that wherever they are in the world and whatever year it is, every child is unique and capable of great things. This book aims to celebrate them.
Children Just Like Me Food Like Mine (Children Just Like Me)
by DKPart of DK's Children Just Like Me series, this book is a celebration of children around the world, the food they eat, and the meals they share, with 27 easy-to-follow recipes from a variety of countries—from Botswana to the USA.Food Like Mine lets kids eat their way through an amazing variety of countries, including India, Sweden, and Mexico, and celebrate the traditions with children just like them along the way.With 27 recipes from around the world, this book unites the traditional dishes eaten by children from diverse backgrounds using four staple ingredients: rice, wheat, corn, and potatoes. These easy-to-follow recipes allow young readers to experience the dishes—and other cultures—first-hand, from sushi and Indian rice pudding to pasta and chow mein.Part of DK's groundbreaking series on children of the world, Food Like Mine shows that, even if people live thousands of miles apart and have different cultural traditions, our lives all share one common ingredient: food.
Children of God Storybook Bible
by Archbishop Desmond TutuGod's wonderful message of love and reconciliation for all people comes alive for your child or grandchild in the Children of God Storybook Bible. Filled with more than fifty of Archbishop Desmond Tutu’s most loved Bible stories, this heirloom-quality Bible storybook will captivate small hearts with its simple, imaginative language and colorful, engaging illustrations. Lovingly told by Archbishop Tutu, these unforgettable tales from the Old and New Testaments will help your little one grasp the richness of God's love, the importance of forgiveness, and the depth of God's desire for us all to live in relationship with God and with each other.
Children of the Indian Boarding Schools
by Holly LittlefieldThis book contains School Away from Home, Learning New Ways, After the Boarding Schools, Understanding Historical Photographs, Resources on the Indian Boarding Schools, and New Words, etc.
Children of the Sun
by William Clark Patricia Clark Phyllis BrannenChildren of the Sun is dedicated to William and Patricia Clark's son, Billy, who saw his first dawn in Japan played in the sunshine there and who will be able to rejoice someday in life's final sunset as he finds his friends and classmates safe in the arms of Jesus.
Children with Disabilities: Reading and Writing the Four-Blocks Way
by Karen A. Erickson David A. KoppenhaverThis collection of ideas, strategies, and resources includes information on Self-Selected Reading, Guided Reading, Writing, and Working with Words. It also includes strategies for reading and writing success in special-education classrooms, variations for students with disabilities, teacher's checklists, IEP goal suggestions, examples of assistive technology, and answers to commonly asked questions.
Childrens Bible Stories for Bedtime: To Grow in Faith & Love
by Julie LavenderKids can wind down with inspiring childrens Bible stories and connect with God at bedtime.With this collection of childrens first Bible stories, parents and kids can calmly end the day together in the comfort of God&’s presence and peace. These favorites of key biblical figures and their ancient adventures inspire young curious minds to build a relationship with God and ponder about His never-ending love. Whether your child reads kids Bible storybooks aloud or simply listens, the practice of reading at bedtime will remind your child that God is always with them—from morning until night, and even while they sleep. Childrens Bible Stories for Bedtime features: • Essential stories from both the Old and New Testaments that are written and interpreted for biblical accuracy and age appropriateness for kids 4–8 • Brief reflections at the end of each story to help kids understand God&’s Word as it relates to them personally • Prayers that encourage kids to speak openly and build a relationship with God • Beautiful, full-page illustrations for each story to help children visualize and immerse themselves in God&’s Word
Children's Book of Art (DK Children's Book of)
by DKWelcome to the greatest gallery on Earth. Put yourself in the picture with this incredible visual guide displaying the best artistic works of all time. You&’re the very special guest with unlimited access to the world&’s most important art through the ages, from ancient cave paintings to modern-day street art. On your journey through time, you&’ll see a wealth of valuable art, including Egyptian tomb paintings, Roman frescoes, Byzantine mosaics, and Chinese porcelain. Special attention is given to art from different eras, such as Aboriginal Dreamtime, Renaissance period, impressionism, contemporary art, and much, much more. Watch the progression of artistic styles and techniques, such as oil painting, watercolor, pastels, and sculpture. Leonardo da Vinci, Claude Monet, Vincent van Gogh, Pablo Picasso, Frida Kahlo, Jackson Pollock, and Andy Warhol are just some of the big names from the past and present featured inside. Every talent&’s work is showcased through a signature piece supported by illuminating text, giving you a unique tour of each prestigious work of art. Budding artists, this is all the inspiration you need to make your own masterpiece.
Children's Book of Baking: Over 60 Delicious Recipes for Children to Make
by Sara LewisDue to the convenience of ready meals,we are in danger of bringing up a generation of children that can't or don't want to cook. Cooking at school is no longer compulsory and it is left to parents to encourage our children to want to learn. Children's Book of Baking is suitable for children of all ages and promotes cooking to be a fun, yet educational, pastime. It provides a useful insight into kitchen equipment, hygiene and safety, cake tins, cake-making techniques and baking tips.It also includes a listing of cook's terms. There is an overwhelming selection of mouthwatering recipes split into six sections. Each recipe provides a list of ingredients, clear instructions, equipment needed, serving quantity, useful tips and colour photographs.
The Children's Book of Birdwatching: Nature-Friendly Tips for Spotting Birds
by Dan RouseA fun, engaging birdwatching book for kids, full of information, activities, and tips on how to spot, identify, and care for birds. Make a difference to the local wildlife with hands-on activities, wonderful ideas and useful tips in this informative bird book for children. Make a bird feeder that you can fill with seeds, or a water bath for birds to drink from, and watch as a variety of birdlife gather! Young nature enthusiasts can enjoy this perfect introduction to animal conservation and protection, packed with engaging activities and plenty of advice from the brilliant bird expert and TV personality Dan Rouse. The Children&’s Book of Birdwatching celebrates local wildlife and teaches children about the challenges birds face and what we can do to help. Whether you love birds, enjoy gardening, or simply want to do your bit to help local wildlife, this delightful bird book is full of practical information and fun activities.This fascinating bird book for kids includes: - A delightful and simple introduction to birds and what we can do to help them.- Hands-on activities and upcycling projects for children to get involved in.- Informative and factual text accompanied by beautiful photographs and illustrations.- A range of projects that encourages children to enjoy spending time outdoors.Get to know birds with this handy guide, featuring craft activities to attract and help your feathered friends. Children aged 5-9 can discover ways to make their outdoor space more bird-friendly, from nurturing the right plants to deterring dangerous predators. Watch as they fly in for a visit! How many can you spot?
Children's Classics and Modern Classics: A Little Princess (Puffin In Bloom Ser.)
by Frances Hodgson BurnettWhen Sara Crewe, the seven-year-old daughter of a rich and loving father, arrives at her new school in London from India, she is nicknamed the Little Princess by her classmates. She has all the comfort and fine things she could want, but she also reveals a kind and loving heart, a lively mind and a rich imagination. When her father dies, bankrupt, Sara is suddenly reduced to a life of poverty and is forced to live in a cold, damp attic, with only her dreams to support her. But will they be enough?
Children's Illustrated Animal Atlas (Children's Illustrated Atlas)
by DKBring the amazing animal kingdom right into your home! Packed with fun facts about animals and more than 40 full-color maps that detail the countries where they live.This fabulous educational book for kids zooms-in on countries and continents to show key animal habitats and locations around the world. A thrilling animal adventure around the globe, perfect for kids ages 6–8.Each colorful map in this children's book is bursting with animal facts, combining illustrations with gorgeous photographs that highlight each continent's most iconic animals. From the tallest mountains and desolate deserts to wild grasslands and tropical rain forests; it covers key habitats and locations for each country.Packed with tons of fun facts and figures, the Children's Illustrated Animal Atlas explains where these hidden habitats are found and what the local climate is like. Find descriptions and illustrations of the plants and animals that live in them, making the information easy for kids to comprehend.This children's atlas also includes a super awesome, colorful world map pull-out poster showing every corner of the world and animals that live in each country. Through this educational atlas, children are shown how to read a map, use a map key, follow a compass, and how to judge scale and distance.Charming and informative, this kids' atlas is a delightful addition to every child's library.Take A Thrilling Animal Adventure Around The Globe!An enchanting atlas, packed full of fascinating facts and more than 600 incredible animals. From polar bears in the frozen north to thorny devils in the Australian outback and to toucans in the Amazon rain forest, this fact book will bring the world of Earth's wildlife right into your home!Some of the amazing animals you can expect to encounter: - Emu - Australia's largest bird- Giant hummingbird - the biggest of its kind in the whole world- Cheetah - the world's fastest land animal- Ploughshare tortoise - males try to flip each other over during fights (talk about fighting dirty!)- And much, much more!The Children's Illustrated series brings a whole host of educational subjects and general knowledge to life in full living color. Detailed drawn pictures, photographs, and images teach your child about History, Language, Geography, and more. Get a copy of the Children's Illustrated Animal Atlas or any of the other wonderful titles and start your collection.
Children's Illustrated Atlas: Revised and Updated Edition (Children's Illustrated Atlas)
by DKA picture atlas that takes young readers on a visual journey around the world, from Spain and Portugal to China and Mongolia.Continents and countries are brought to life through stunning photography and eye-catching illustrations. Uncover incredible geographical features, wildlife, culture, history, and landmarks in unprecedented detail.This incredible and inspiring visual atlas takes you on a fact-filled, continent-by-continent tour of the world. Throughout the pages of this adventure book, you&’ll discover more than 50 fascinating maps packed with fun facts and fresh images. Your child will learn all about the climate, populations, places, and industries of our world. Picture stories complement the maps, from the giant Amazon River flowing through the rainforest to the frozen icebergs of the glacial Arctic. Discover the richness and diversity of human and animal life around the globe. Each map shows countries with their capitals, famous landmarks, longest rivers, and highest mountains.This educational book is more than an atlas! It also shows young explorers how to read a map and use a key, compass, and scale. It&’s the ideal resource for classroom use, home learning, and armchair exploration.The Ultimate Round-The-World Trip.Children's Illustrated Atlas is the perfect reference book for kids to learn about lands close to home or oceans far away! It&’s also a fantastic gift for children with an interest in the world around them and a taste for adventure.Without even leaving your home, this children&’s atlas book allows you to:• Explore more than 50 stunning world maps and incredible geographical features.• Learn how to read a map and use a key, compass, and scale.• Travel the world's cities and landmarks through beautiful photography and illustrations.• Dive into intriguing facts about the world's population.Complete the Series:Charming and informative, the Children's Illustrated Atlas series from DK Books is a delightful addition to every child's library. Bring the amazing world of wildlife right into your home with the Children's Illustrated Animal Atlas and reach into the past with the Children's Illustrated History Atlas.
The Children's Moon (Digital Read Along Edition)
by Carmen Agra DeedyHave you ever seen the moon on a clear blue day and wondered why?“…Emotive watercolors…The well-told tale works on multiple levels….” --School Library JournalThere once was a time when the sun alone ruled the day, the moon graced the night, and little children were sent to bed before sunset. Then early one dawn, the moon heard sounds of children laughing, and she yearned to see them by daylight."Certainly not!" snapped the sun. "The day is mine. The night is yours!"But the moon had a clever plan...Carmen Agra Deedy and Jim LaMarche have brilliantly crafted an original pourquoi tale about finding one's place in the universe.Now available as a digital read along edition with an included audio recording of the text!
Children's Quick and Easy Cookbook: More Than 60 Simple Recipes
by Angela WilkesA children's introductory cookbook with 60 mouthwatering recipes presented in full-color, step-by-step photographs and instructions.Children's Quick and Easy Cookbook is packed with delicious, easy-to-follow recipes that any child can make, from super-fast snacks and speedy meals to treats and sweets. From classic omelets to chicken chow mein to hot chocolate soufflés, it includes dishes the whole family will want to eat. Feature boxes highlight all the necessary ingredients for each recipe, and photographs of finished dishes will inspire kids as they cook.Perfect for the whole family to enjoy together, Children's Quick and Easy Cookbook introduces children to the joy of cooking and eating good food—that they have made themselves!