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New Releases by Marne Ventura

Marne Ventura is the author of Fannie Lou Hamer: Civil Rights Activist (2019), My First Guide to Duct Tape Projects (2019), Explore China: 12 Key Facts (2019), Veterinarian (2019), Needs and Wants (2018).

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Fannie Lou Hamer: Civil Rights Activist

release date: Aug 01, 2019
Fannie Lou Hamer: Civil Rights Activist
Fannie Lou Hamer was an influential African American activist in the 1960s and 1970s. She fought for African Americans'' civil rights, including the right to vote. Fannie Lou Hamer: Civil Rights Activist explores her life and legacy. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

My First Guide to Duct Tape Projects

release date: May 01, 2019
My First Guide to Duct Tape Projects
Step-by-step instructions and photographs guide students through easy to construct duct tape projects. Readers will learn how to create and customize a variety of items including drums, picture frames, checker boards, book covers, and more.

Explore China: 12 Key Facts

release date: Jan 15, 2019
Explore China: 12 Key Facts
Highlights 12 facts about China including its history, geography, culture, climate, government, economy, current events, what makes it unique, and more. Great for research, this book will foster a sense of curiousity and discovery in young readers as they take in the colorful spreads and read the engaging text with interesting sidebars.

Veterinarian

release date: Jan 01, 2019
Veterinarian
Do you love pets? Do you enjoy taking care of animals? Read this book to learn about working as a veterinarian.

Needs and Wants

release date: Sep 01, 2018
Needs and Wants
Needs and Wants introduces readers to the differences between needs and wants. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning.

Conserving Resources

release date: Sep 01, 2018
Conserving Resources
Conserving Resources introduces readers to the ideas behind recycling, conservation, and sharing resources. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning.

Supply and Demand

release date: Aug 01, 2018
Supply and Demand
Explains the basics of supply and demand in a community, with examples.

You Can Work in Publishing

release date: Jan 01, 2018
You Can Work in Publishing
Do you enjoy reading or writing? Do you think about the designs on book covers? Read this book to learn about the different ways you can work in publishing.

Legendary Nonfiction Crafts

release date: Jan 01, 2018
Legendary Nonfiction Crafts
Real-life stories need real-life crafts! From true tales of survival to long-ago historical events, find a craft to go with the story. This collection of DIY projects will delight book lovers and crafters alike! Be a real-life hero and upcycle those weeded books into cool, new art.

Stem in Baseball

release date: Jan 01, 2018
Stem in Baseball
This title examines the STEM concepts that make baseball so engaging. From the physics of pitching and batting to the technology of Doppler radar, chapters bring STEM concepts to life. The title also features sidebars on STEM in action, a glossary, and further resources.

Kunkush

release date: Aug 01, 2017
Kunkush
Uses Common Core narrative nonfiction approach to tell the true story of a cat that becomes separated from his family when they flee Iraq for refuge in Europe. Their reunion will bring tears to the coldest heart.

Building Fighter Jets

release date: Aug 01, 2017
Building Fighter Jets
Explores the engineering challenges behind building fighter jets, as well as the creative solutions found to overcome those challenges. Accessible text, vibrant photos, and an engineering activity for readers provide a well-rounded introduction to the engineering process.

Awesome Minds: The Creators of the iPhone®

release date: Mar 07, 2017
Awesome Minds: The Creators of the iPhone®
The iPod, iPhone, and iPad changed the way we communicate, play, learn, and work. This wouldn''t have been possible without the amazing minds of Steve Jobs and his inventive team. With full-color illustrations and lively text, and chock-full of interesting facts, Awesome Minds: The Creators of the iPhone® tells the true story of these life-changing devices. It is the perfect read for those with creative spirits and curious minds. Lexile Level 850L This book is an independently authored and published biography of the inventors of the iPhone® mobile device and is not sponsored or endorsed by or affiliated in any way with these individuals, their families, and/or Apple Inc.

A Girl's Guide to the Perfect Sleepover

release date: Jan 01, 2017
A Girl's Guide to the Perfect Sleepover
Whether youÕre having one friend to sleepover or 10, youÕll want to plan something your guests wonÕt soon forget. From spa-like activities to breakfast recipes, each activity in this book provides a list of supplies and easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions for memorable sleepover projects.

Detecting Floods

release date: Jan 01, 2017
Detecting Floods
Examines how scientists study floods. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, sidebars, a disaster preparedness checklist, and a "How It Works" feature, this book provides an exciting look at the science of disaster detection.

Detecting Earthquakes

release date: Jan 01, 2017
Detecting Earthquakes
Introduces earthquakes, describing their causes, where they occur most often, how they are measured, how they are being monitored and studied by scientists, and includes a safety checklist.--

The Perfect Pair!

release date: Aug 01, 2016
The Perfect Pair!
"Step-by-step instructions teach readers how to create purses, handbags, wallets, and other fashion accessories"--

Jittery Jake Conquers Stage Fright

release date: Aug 01, 2016
Jittery Jake Conquers Stage Fright
Jake gets cast as King Midas in the school play, but he is worried about having to learn so many lines and be up on stage in front of people.

Japan Earthquake and Tsunami Survival Stories

release date: Jan 01, 2016
Japan Earthquake and Tsunami Survival Stories
Through narrative nonfiction text, readers hear stories from survivors of the earthquake and tsunami that struck the northeastern coast of Japan in 2011. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a fast-fact section, fact-filled captions and callouts, a timeline of the disaster, infographics, a glossary, a listing of source notes, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

Awesome Paper Projects You Can Create

release date: Aug 01, 2015
Awesome Paper Projects You Can Create
Create paper projects like a space station, pirate balloon, or trihexaflexagon.

Cool Cardboard Projects You Can Create

release date: Aug 01, 2015
Cool Cardboard Projects You Can Create
"Simple step-by-step instructions teach readers how to make original projects from cardboard"--

Amazing Recycled Projects You Can Create

release date: Aug 01, 2015
Amazing Recycled Projects You Can Create
"Simple step-by-step instructions teach readers how to make original projects from recyclable materials"--

Fun Things to Do with Cardboard Tubes

release date: Jul 01, 2014
Fun Things to Do with Cardboard Tubes
"Full-color photos and simple, step-by-step instructions describe 10 crafts and activities using cardboard tubes and common materials found around the house"--

Fun Things to Do with Milk Jugs

release date: Jul 01, 2014
Fun Things to Do with Milk Jugs
"Full-color photos and simple, step-by-step instructions describe 10 crafts and activities using empty milk jugs and common materials found around the house"--

Kylie Jean Summer Camp Craft Queen

release date: Jan 01, 2014
Kylie Jean Summer Camp Craft Queen
It''s time for summer camp Kylie Jean here. Did I tell you that I once became the summer camp queen? You can be a summer camp queen too. Make a fancy tiara like mine, a fluttering butterfly, and even a camp spirit stick. Now get outside and start crafting
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