The New York Public Library Kid's Guide to Research

The New York Public Library Kid's Guide to Research

Author: Deborah Heiligman

Publisher: Turtleback Books

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780606170420

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Provides guidance on how to do research, including how to use libraries and their resources, the Internet, and other sources such as interviews and surveys.


The New York Public Library Amazing Scientists

The New York Public Library Amazing Scientists

Author: The New York Public Library

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2002-05-03

Total Pages: 177

ISBN-13: 0471236578

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The New York Public Library AMAZING scientists Discover the moons of Jupiter with Galileo. Uncover the science of radiation with Madame Curie. Travel forward in time with Einstein. Find out how scientists learned to cure diseases, how they discovered gravity, and how they determined the structure of the atom. Fact-filled and fun, this book's question-and-answer format lets you explore the discoveries of some of the world's greatest scientists. What is the Hippocratic Oath? See page 11. How did archimedes single-handedly hold off the entire Roman army? See page 13. Which famous physician learned about human anatomy in a gladiator ring? See page 19. What is natural selection? See page 36. What was the worst disease of all time? See page 40. Who discovered over 300 uses for peanuts? See page 48. Which founder of chemistry lost his head in the French Revolution? See page 65. What Nobel Prize-winning physicist escaped the Nazis in 1933? See page 109. Also in The New York Public Library Answer Books series: Amazing Explorers Amazing Native American History Amazing Hispanic American History Incredible Earth Amazing Space Amazing Mythology Amazing Women in American History Amazing African American History


Discovering Careers for Your Future

Discovering Careers for Your Future

Author: Facts on File, Inc. Staff

Publisher: Infobase Publishing

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 97

ISBN-13: 143811155X

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Career profiles include : EditorsEducation directors and museum teachersInterpreters and translatorsLiterary agentsPublic relations specialistsScreenwritersTeachersand more.


Pathways to Independence

Pathways to Independence

Author: Jo Worthy

Publisher: Guilford Press

Published: 2001-04-20

Total Pages: 370

ISBN-13: 9781572306479

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This comprehensive text presents a core of research-based approaches to engaging, effective literacy instruction in the middle grades. Methods and materials are described to foster reading skills, content mastery, and writing in different formats and for different purposes. The authors emphasize the need to tailor instruction to the needs, strengths, skill levels, and interests of diverse students. They offer recommendations for reading lists that incorporate critically acclaimed fiction and nonfiction, popular series books, and other student-friendly materials. Special features include case studies, examples of teaching and assessment activities, and commentary from middle-school teachers and students. Appendices contain reproducible forms and lists of recommended reading materials and resources.


National Geographic Kids Guide to Genealogy

National Geographic Kids Guide to Genealogy

Author: T. J. Resler

Publisher: National Geographic Books

Published: 2018

Total Pages: 164

ISBN-13: 1426329830

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Inspired by the growing ancestry and DNA-testing crazes, this guide helps readers dig into the past and learn more about their own family history. It offers tips on how to interview family members, create a family tree, and much more. Full color.


The Everything Family Guide to New York City

The Everything Family Guide to New York City

Author: Jesse Leaf

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2008-03-01

Total Pages: 283

ISBN-13: 1440524343

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Five boroughs, two major league baseball teams, 12,000 yellow taxis, and more must-see attractions than you can count-New York City has it all. And The Everything Family Guide to New York City, 3rd Edition has all you need to enjoy your visit! This one-stop resource is packed full of insider tips and maps, including: Ellis Island, the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building and other landmarks, Greenwich Village, Soho, Chinatown and additional unique neighborhoods, Central Park, Times Square, and Broadway, Coney Island, the Bronx Zoo, sports stadiums, sunny beaches, world-class museums-and more! You'll also find completely updated details on the best hotels, restaurants, attractions, and shopping, plus quick and easy tips for handling subways, taxis, and the city streets themselves. This comprehensive reference is the one book you and your family needs in the city that never sleeps!