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Advances in science have changed our world, all thanks to the scientists behind important discoveries. Some of the most important discoveries have come from female scientists, who were as unique for their work as they were for being trailblazers in a male-dominated industry. This text offers a biographical treatment of such important scientists as Marie Curie, Rachel Carson, and Jane Goodall, as well as others who have made it possible for women of the future to have a career in science. Age-appropriate text, fact boxes, historical and modern images, and a comprehensive timeline complete the...

Each year, Martin Luther King Jr. Day serves as a reminder of the life and work of one of America's greatest civil rights activists. In this informative book, readers will learn about the importance of the civil rights movement and why we celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Full-color photographs accompany the text. This essential book features accessible language that is ideal for children in the early stages of learning to read.

Alexa y otros ni�os de su escuela en Costa Rica tienen un proyecto especial: ellos est�n criando cocodrilos americanos. Ella nombra a su cocodrilo "Jefe" porque parece que �l est� a cargo de los otros. Alexa le trae pollo y ranas para comer y escribe acerca de su progreso en su diario. Muy pronto, su peque�o cr�o est� tan grande como una barra grande de pan. Se ha convertido en un cocodrilo joven y es tiempo de que Alexia le diga adi�s y que Jefe regrese a la vida salvaje.

Babies are mesmerized by other babies -- and the strikingly candid photos in HUGS & KISSES will keep little ones spellbound. Roberta Grobel Intrater's vibrant photographs capture endearing moments with babies and toddlers as they get hugs and kisses from parents and siblings. Each book contains five spreads and sturdy board pages with rounded corners for safe handling by little ones, and the small convenient size is just right for taking along. Coupled with the simple, rhyming text, this is a perfect snuggling book and an ideal first read-aloud, sure to please both parents and children....