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Gerbils (Pet Care)
Rebecca Sjonger, Marc Crabtree, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Comprehensive guide on caring for pet gerbils.
Educational insights into gerbil behavior and habitat.
Supports responsibility and empathy in young readers.
Engaging and factual content ensures a fun learning experience.

Gerbils (Pet Care)
Rebecca Sjonger, Marc Crabtree, 2004
Award winning
Artists Workshop: Portraits
Clare Roundhill, Penny King, Lindy Norton, 1989
32 pages
Why to read
Enhances artistic appreciation and creativity in children.
Introduces famous artists and artistic techniques simply.
Encourages self-expression through portrait creation.
Interactive activities to solidify learning.

Artists Workshop: Portraits
Clare Roundhill, Penny King, Lindy Norton, 1989
Canada the Culture (Lands, Peoples, & Cultures (Hardcover))
Bobbie Kalman, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Showcases vibrant Canadian culture and traditions.
Enhances geographical and social awareness.
Supports multicultural understanding and diversity appreciation.
Ideal for shared family reading and discussion.

Canada the Culture (Lands, Peoples, & Cultures (Hardcover))
Bobbie Kalman, 2009
Award winning
How do Animals Adapt? (The Science of Living Things)
Bobbie Kalman, Niki Walker, 2000
32 pages
Why to read
Explore adaptations across diverse animal species.
Engaging visuals enhance understanding of biological concepts.
Encourages inquiry and scientific thinking in children.
Reinforces knowledge through real-life animal examples.

How do Animals Adapt? (The Science of Living Things)
Bobbie Kalman, Niki Walker, 2000
Award winning
The Life Cycle of a Beetle (The Life Cycle, 13)
Molly Aloian, Bobbie Kalman, 2006
32 pages
Why to read
Explore the fascinating journey of beetle development.
Educational content aligned with child developmental psychology.
Vivid illustrations engage young readers' curiosity.
Supports literacy and scientific knowledge growth.

The Life Cycle of a Beetle (The Life Cycle, 13)
Molly Aloian, Bobbie Kalman, 2006
Award winning
Endangered Rhinoceroses (Earth's Endangered Animals)
Bobbie Kalman, 2008
32 pages
Why to read
Raises awareness about rhinoceros conservation efforts.
Detailed, captivating illustrations engage young readers.
Supports learning on wildlife and environmental care.
Encourages empathy towards endangered species.

Endangered Rhinoceroses (Earth's Endangered Animals)
Bobbie Kalman, 2008
Award winning
The 1619 Project: Born on the Water
Renée Watson, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nikkolas Smith, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of African American history.
Strengthens empathy through powerful storytelling.
Encourages critical thinking and discussion.
Beautiful, evocative illustrations complement the narrative.

The 1619 Project: Born on the Water
Renée Watson, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nikkolas Smith, 2021
Cyrano de Bergerac (Classics Illustrated)
Edmond Rostand, 2023
135 pages
Why to read
Timeless story in vivid comic art.
Explores judging beyond appearances.
Balances swashbuckling action and emotion.
Boosts vocabulary through poetic lines.
