Sun! One in a Billion
Sun! One in a Billion

Author: Stacy McAnulty

Publisher: Henry Holt and Company (BYR)

Published: 2018-10-23

Total Pages: 21

ISBN-13: 125022991X

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From the author of Earth! My First 4.54 Billion Years comes a new picture book about space—this time starring our Sun! Meet Sun: He's a star! And not just any star—he's one in a billion. He lights up our solar system and makes life possible. With characteristic humor and charm, Stacy McAnulty channels the voice of Sun in this next celestial "autobiography." Rich with kid-friendly facts and beautifully illustrated, Sun! One in a Billion is an equally charming and irresistible companion to Earth! My First 4.54 Billion Years.

One in a Billion
One in a Billion

Author: Nancy Pine

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2020-12-09

Total Pages: 309

ISBN-13: 1538143410

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This heart-wrenching story immerses readers in the dramatic survival of one outspoken man who illuminates the souls of a billion ordinary Chinese citizens. An Wei—a stubborn, hardworking peasant who has lived by his values and stood up for his convictions­—has succeeded against all odds in the authoritarian environment of China. Despite grinding poverty, hunger, reeducation campaigns, and attacks from jealous peers, An Wei continues to inspire with his daring achievements, such as launching a democratic congress in his own village. His compelling life provides a vivid backdrop for understanding the development of modern China from the unique perspective of an outspoken citizen. Through his audacious determination and survival skills forged in rural poverty, An Wei’s unstoppable drive to improve himself and rural China will captivate and enthrall readers. Her website can be found at https://nancypine.info/

Sun
Sun

Author: Natalya Karpova

Publisher: Blastoff! Missions

Published: 2024-09-17

Total Pages: 13

ISBN-13: 1684528682

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Ready for a trip to the center of the solar system? This engaging title takes young readers on a journey to learn about the Sun. Narrative text provides facts about the Sun’s size, distance from Earth, and other relevant information, while vibrant illustrations support the text. Questions at the beginning and end of the book reiterate educational concepts and encourage readers to think more deeply about the text. This low-level title will help young readers shine!

Sun, The
Sun, The

Author: Christina Leaf

Publisher: Bellwether Media

Published: 2022-08-01

Total Pages: 24

ISBN-13: 1648347045

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Ready for a trip to the center of the solar system? This engaging title takes young readers on a journey to learn about the Sun. Narrative text provides facts about the Sun’s size, distance from Earth, and other relevant information, while vibrant illustrations support the text. Questions at the beginning and end of the book reiterate educational concepts and encourage readers to think more deeply about the text. This low-level title will help young readers shine!

Sun
Sun

Author: Percy Leed

Publisher: Lerner Publications TM

Published: 2023-01-01

Total Pages: 28

ISBN-13: 1728489725

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Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience! What do you know about the sun? Give curious kids a first look into space. Diagrams, photos, and illustrations introduce readers to our solar system and space exploration. Combined with easy-reading text and SEL connection questions, these books provide a learning experience that is out of this world!

The Sun
The Sun

Author: Rebecca Kraft Rector

Publisher: Enslow Publishing, LLC

Published: 2019-07-15

Total Pages: 26

ISBN-13: 1978509413

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All of the planets in our solar system circle around one giant ball of gases: the sun. This simple yet fascinating book explains how the sun was formed and where its energy comes from. Readers learn to identify the different parts of the sun. A hands-on activity investigates the sun's changing place in our sky, while full-color photographs and fast facts enhance the narrative. This book correlates directly with the Next Generation Science Standards' expectation for understanding Earth's Place in the Universe in first and second grades. It is also aligned with English Language Arts standards.

Boundless
Boundless

Author: Lawrence Klein

Publisher: Mosaic Press

Published: 2024-04-12

Total Pages: 77

ISBN-13: 1771617780

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Discover the extraordinary life and poetic journey of Lawrence Klein in this captivating collection that defies convention and celebrates the power of words to transcend boundaries. From his unconventional path as a skier, entrepreneur, and family man to his profound exploration of the world through poetry, Klein's relentless poetic bent shines through in every verse.Klein's poetic journey began during a transformative period— a year spent in a Dutch penitentiary for marijuana possession. It was there that his first poems came to him as if by divine providence— whole, complete expressions of his deepest thoughts and emotions. Poetry became his love language— a means of expressing care for loved ones, grappling with current events, and finding joy in life's smallest wonders."Synchronicity" is a central theme in Klein's work— a concept that underscores the interconnectedness of seemingly random events. From chance encounters at a psychiatric meeting to dinner conversations with renowned poets, Klein's life is a testament to the power of serendipity and the unexpected twists and turns that shape our destinies.Through introspective musings and profound insights, Klein invites readers

Simple Solution Essays
Simple Solution Essays

Author: Patrick Kenji Takahashi

Publisher: AuthorHouse

Published: 2010-09-10

Total Pages: 224

ISBN-13: 1452071764

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SIMPLE SOLUTIONS for Planet Earth and SIMPLE SOLUTIONS for Humanity cracked the top ten list in Honolulu. This third publication crystallizes the essence of these topics, linking them with current events and the future of our society. Have you wondered why we don't have a national energy policy, whether global warming is a hoax, how a nation that mostly believes God creating everything in less than 10,001 days became the greatest ever, and how we can best attain peace in our lifetime? If you do, then this is your must read book for the year.

Moon! Earth's Best Friend
Moon! Earth's Best Friend

Author: Stacy McAnulty

Publisher: Henry Holt and Company (BYR)

Published: 2019-06-11

Total Pages: 42

ISBN-13: 1250199344

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From writer Stacy McAnulty and illustrator Stevie Lewis, Moon! Earth's Best Friend is a light-hearted nonfiction picture book about the formation and history of the moon—told from the perspective of the moon itself. Meet Moon! She's more than just a rock—she’s Earth’s rock, her best friend she can always count on. Moon never turns her back on her friend (literally: she's always facing Earth with the same side!). These two will stick together forever. With characteristic humor and charm, Stacy McAnulty channels the voice of Moon in this next celestial "autobiography" in the Our Universe series. Rich with kid-friendly facts and beautifully brought to life by Stevie Lewis, this is an equally charming and irresistible companion to Earth! My First 4.54 Billion Years and Sun! One in a Billion.

New Standards-Based Lessons for the Busy Elementary School Librarian
New Standards-Based Lessons for the Busy Elementary School Librarian

Author: Joyce Keeling

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA

Published: 2024-01-25

Total Pages: 241

ISBN-13: 1440876460

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This book provides targeted and invaluable help for the busy elementary school librarian and the science teacher as they work together to design and co-teach library-based lessons guided by the Next Generation Science Standards, English Literacy Common Core Standards, and the new AASL Standards. All standards are cited in easy-to-use reproducible lessons. Energy-packed and interactive lessons are coordinated to common elementary science curricula at the grade level indicated and are also adaptable and usable as template lessons as needed. Necessary handouts and other tools, with current lists of recommended resources, are provided. Elementary school librarians and classroom teachers as well as curriculum coordinators, elementary reading, social studies, and science instructors will find value in this collection of lessons. The highly rated materials recommended in the resource lists are valuable for aiding librarians in collection development to support new and current standards.