New Releases by Tamra Orr

Akron, Ohio, 1851: A brother and sister listen to Sojourner Truth deliver her speech. Aligned with curriculum standards, these narrative-nonfiction books also highlight key 21st Century content: Global Awareness, Media Literacy, and Civic Literacy. Thought-provoking content and hands-on activities encourage critical thinking. Book includes a table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and timeline.

Potbellied pigs are unique pets. They are quite smart, so they are easy to train. They learn tricks quickly. They love company, so they always want to hang out with you, playing games, chasing a ball, and even cuddling on your lap. Just like a dog, pigs like to go for walks. Once you convince your parents that you can care for a potbellied pig, put on your sneakers, grab a leash, and hit the sidewalk! Chances are everyone will want to stop and see your charming new pet.

Some animals look so alike, it''s difficult to tell which is which! The Aardvark or Anteater book in the Which Is Which? series helps readers discover the similarities and differences between aardvarks and anteaters. Focused on 21st Century content, the Which Is Which? series encourages readers to ask questions, think more critically and creatively, and use their problem-solving skills. Book includes table of contents, sidebars, glossary, index, and author biography.

Some animals look so alike, it''s difficult to tell which is which! The Butterfly or Moth book in the Which Is Which? series helps readers discover the similarities and differences between butterflies and moths. Focused on 21st Century content, the Which Is Which? series encourages readers to ask questions, think more critically and creatively, and use their problem-solving skills. Book includes table of contents, sidebars, glossary, index, and author biography.

Some animals look so alike, it''s difficult to tell which is which! The Frog or Toad book in the Which Is Which? series helps readers discover the similarities and differences between frogs and toads. Focused on 21st Century content, the Which Is Which? series encourages readers to ask questions, think more critically and creatively, and use their problem-solving skills. Book includes table of contents, sidebars, glossary, index, and author biography.

Some animals look so alike, it's difficult to tell which is which! The Seal or Sea Lion book in the Which Is Which? series helps readers discover the similarities and differences between seals and sea lions. Focused on 21st Century content, the Which Is Which? series encourages readers to ask questions, think more critically and creatively, and use their problem-solving skills. Book includes table of contents, sidebars, glossary, index, and author biography.

Some animals look so alike, it's difficult to tell which is which! The Porpoise or Dolphin book in the Which Is Which? series helps readers discover the similarities and differences between porpoises and dolphins. Focused on 21st Century content, the Which Is Which? series encourages readers to ask questions, think more critically and creatively, and use their problem-solving skills. Book includes table of contents, sidebars, glossary, index, and author biography.

National Parks takes young readers on a journey through some of America’s best-known national parks. Each book in the series showcases the geography, history, flora, and fauna of the featured park. Readers will learn the process by which the area became a national park and the people who brought the park to national attention. Colorful photographs, detailed maps, informative charts, and classroom activities highlight the features of each national park. National Parks is a series of AV2 media enhanced books. A unique book code printed on page 2 unlocks multimedia content. These books come alive with video, audio, weblinks, slideshows, activities, hands-on experiments, and much more.

Blogging in the Global Citizens: Social Media series explores various aspects of blogging through the lenses of History, Geography, Civics, and Economics. Using the new C3 Framework for Social Studies Standards, students will develop questions about the text, and use evidence from a variety of sources in order to form conclusions. Data-focused backmatter is included, as well as a bibliography, glossary, and index.

Crowdfunding in the Global Citizens: Social Media series explores crowdfunding through the lenses of History, Geography, Civics, and Economics. Using the new C3 Framework for Social Studies Standards, students will develop questions about the text, and use evidence from a variety of sources in order to form conclusions. Data-focused backmatter is included, as well as a bibliography, glossary, and index.

Image Sharing in the Global Citizens: Social Media series explores various aspects of sharing images online through the lenses of History, Geography, Civics, and Economics. Using the new C3 Framework for Social Studies Standards, students will develop questions about the text, and use evidence from a variety of sources in order to form conclusions. Data-focused backmatter is included, as well as a bibliography, glossary, and index.

Venezuelan Heritage in the Celebrating Diversity in My Classroom series explores the geography, languages, religions, food, and culture of Venezuela in a fun age-appropriate way. Students with Venezuelan heritage are a significant and important part of the fabric of America and this book helps foster empathy in all students and a multicultural community in the classroom. Glossary, index, and additional backmatter aids further learning.

Nepali Heritage in the Celebrating Diversity in My Classroom series explores the geography, languages, religions, food, and culture of Nepal in a fun age-appropriate way. Students with Nepali heritage are a significant and important part of the fabric of America and this book helps foster empathy in all students and a multicultural community in the classroom. Glossary, index, and additional backmatter aids further learning.

Syrian Heritage in the Celebrating Diversity in My Classroom series explores the geography, languages, religions, food, and culture of Syria in a fun age-appropriate way. Students with Syrian heritage are a significant and important part of the fabric of America and this book helps foster empathy in all students and a multicultural community in the classroom. Glossary, index, and additional backmatter aids further learning.

Somali Heritage in the Celebrating Diversity in My Classroom series explores the geography, languages, religions, food, and culture of Somalia in a fun age-appropriate way. Students with Somali heritage are a significant and important part of the fabric of America and this book helps foster empathy in all students and a multicultural community in the classroom. Glossary, index, and additional backmatter aids further learning.

Afghan Heritage in the Celebrating Diversity in My Classroom series explores the geography, languages, religions, food, and culture of Afghanistan in a fun age-appropriate way. Students with Afghan heritage are a significant and important part of the fabric of America and this book helps foster empathy in all students and a multicultural community in the classroom. Glossary, index, and additional backmatter aids further learning.

Chinese Heritage in the Celebrating Diversity in My Classroom series explores the geography, languages, religions, food, and culture of China in a fun age-appropriate way. Students with Chinese heritage are a significant and important part of the fabric of America and this book helps foster empathy in all students and a multi-cultural community in the classroom. Glossary, index, and additional backmatter aids further learning.

Korean Heritage in the Celebrating Diversity in My Classroom series explores the geography, languages, religions, food, and culture of Korea in a fun age-appropriate way. Students with Korean heritage are a significant and important part of the fabric of America and this book helps foster empathy in all students and a multi-cultural community in the classroom. Glossary, index, and additional backmatter aids further learning.

Indian Heritage in the Celebrating Diversity in My Classroom series explores the geography, languages, religions, food, and culture of India in a fun age-appropriate way. Students with Indian heritage are a significant and important part of the fabric of America and this book helps foster empathy in all students and a multi-cultural community in the classroom. Glossary, index, and additional backmatter aids further learning.

What do komodo dragons, screaming hairy armadillos, and King Vultures all have in common? They are some of the animals at the Smithsonian's National Zoo. Take a tour through the zoo. Engaging text, graphs, maps, and colorful images help readers discover the stories behind some of these amazing animals.

This Level 1 guided reader explores the feeling of excitement. Students will develop word recognition and reading skills while learning about their feelings.

"Introduces young readers to primary sources related to the Statue of Liberty"--

Native Americans have an incredibly rich store of knowledge when it comes to using herbs and plants to heal illness, treat injuries, and cure disease. In fact, some of their traditions have found a place in the modern medicines we use today. This book discusses the nature-based approach Native Americans took towards healing. It also examines important figures, such as shamans and medicine men, and explains some of the remedies and rituals that were conducted.

Moving like a "bolt of lightning" across the football field, Titans running back Chris Johnson has an amazing combination of speed, skill, and strength. He is known for running fast and breaking yardage records on the field. This Titans favorite, who teams up with LenDale White to become Smash and Dash, is practically unstoppable!

The Civil War tore a hole in the country, creating a wound that was almost impossible to heal. At a time when the two sides of the nation were still struggling to accept the war’s casualties, something else came along to unite the county again. It was the Transcontinental Railroad—a line of train tracks stretching from one side of the war–torn country to the next. Read about the battle to find the best route for the rails, and discover how laborers survived drilling through mountain peaks and the onslaught of winter blizzards. Meet the people who persevered to accomplish this railroad, including the determined Mormon workers, the Irish immigrants, and thousands of Chinese workers. Also find out about the scandals and the huge impact of the rails on the lives of countless Native Americans.

You’ve heard about the Constitution of the United States for years but have you ever wondered how such a document got its start? Have you thought about who was involved and what problems or questions they might have had? This book will take you right inside Independence Hall. You will listen to the men’s thoughts and hear their concerns as they argued, debated, and discussed how their new nation should be organized. As the men figured out how to reach a compromise about running the country, they had to deal with secrecy, heat, and flies. Find out all about it in this book which tells the Story of the Constitution.

The Pacific Northwest is a land of legends and stories, from Lewis and Clark’s explorations to tales of thick forests, snowy mountains, and sandy ocean beaches. The region is also known for its amazing food. With so much lush country and different climates, it features a little of everything. Find out how it uses its hazelnuts, and what happens when you cross a blackberry with a raspberry. Discover just how fresh an oyster can be and how artichokes can be eaten. In this book, you will learn about this fascinating part of the country from a completely different angle—and what a tasty one it is! The cuisine of the Pacific Northwest is delicious, from appetizers through dessert. Use the recipes to bring a taste of the region into your home!

What was life like in ancient Egypt? Did everyone spend their lives building pyramids and writing mysterious symbols on stone walls? Not exactly! Egyptian families had much more to do than that. Some women had jobs being professional weepers! Dinners were often cooked on the roof, and everyone kept a close eye on whether the water in the Nile was going up or down. Travel back in time and find out what it was like to work for a pharaoh, how long kids went before they had to wear clothes, and other fascinating details about this period in history.

Chile is unlike any other country on the planet. It’s the world’s longest, narrowest country—and it has climates from freezing to desert to tropical and everything in between. The animals that live there also vary greatly, from Andean condors to pink flamingos, hummingbirds, and penguins. Find out what it’s like to live in a country where the scenery, wildlife, and weather differ so dramatically from one place to the next. Follow Chileans in their daily lives, and find out how they celebrate holidays. Make a delicious bowl of quinoa soup—and a project that brings the soothing sound of rain whenever you want it. All of this and more wait for you in Chile—so come and explore!

Playing Safe, Eating Right features fictional narratives paired with firsthand advice from a licensed psychologist to help preteen and teen girls evaluate options and choose healthy ways of living. Topics include diet and exercise, sleep, drugs and alcohol, and physical danger. Throughout the book, Talk About It questions encourage discussion. Additional resources, a glossary, and an index are also included. Playing Safe, Eating Right will leave readers with the necessary information to lead healthy lives at this critical age.