Most Popular Books by Mary Boone

Young readers will discover what it means to recycle waste and be more eco-friendly. Introduces readers to the fact that not everything we throw away is garbage. Some things can be reused or made into something different.

"Introduces early readers to environmentalist concepts including single-use plastics and upcycling, and what they can do to help the environment. Features real-life examples of kids like Lily Platt who have made a difference"--

George Washington Carver wasn''t just an inventor. He was also a botanist, a farmer, and a professor. Young readers will discover how this teacher not only improved the way people farmed, but introduced the world to more than 300 uses for the peanut.

What do the images on Oregon''s state seal stand for? How is Oregon''s state government organized? What would you find in Mount Hood National Forest? You can find the answers to these questions in Uniquely Oregon. This book contains all kinds of fun and fascinating facts and features that help make Oregon a one-of-a-kind place. Inside, you will also find information about Oregon''s unique state symbols. You can learn about the world''s deepest lake and biggest sea cave, as well as discover Oregon''s many different landforms. And, you will find out how the Oregon Trail made the state what it is today.

Did you know that most plastic goes to landfills instead of recycling plants? Use these 10 simple steps and added hands-on activity to reduce your plastic use and waste. Find out what tips work for you and spread the word. Together, we can make a difference!

Thomas Edison wasn''t just an inventor. He was also a physicist and businessman. Young readers will discover how he became a great scientist whose inventions made a better life for most everyone.

Introduces readers to Germany and discusses the geography, people, language, food habits, and more.

Introduces readers to Colombia and discusses the geography, people, language, food habits, and more.

Introduces early readers to environmentalist concepts including greenhouse gases, carbon footprint, and air pollution, and what they can do to help the environment. Features real-life examples of kids like Greta Thunberg who have made a difference.

Introduces early readers to environmentalist concepts including drought, water conservation, and wetlands conservation, and what they can do to help the environment. Features real-life examples of kids who have made a difference.

"Introduces early readers to environmentalist concepts including urban gardening; locally sourced food options, and the safety of pesticides, and what they can do to help the environment. Features real-life examples like the Houston East End Greenbelt, which have made a difference."--

Introduces early readers to environmentalist concepts including recycling and composting, and what they can do to help the environment. Features real-life examples of kids who have made a difference.

What do the images on Idaho''s state seal stand for? How is Idaho''s state government organized? How many mountain ranges are there in Idaho? You can find the answers to these questions in Uniquely Idaho. This book contains all kinds of fun and fascinating facts and features that help make Idaho a one-of-a-kind place. Inside, you will also find information about Idaho''s unique state symbols. You can learn about folklore and legends in the state, and find out what makes Idaho potatoes so special. And, you will find out why Idaho is called the Gem State.

Students work together to raise salmon in the classroom. Emmy and her classmates have a special hands-on assignment: raising salmon and releasing them into the wild! At school, they learn about the biology, life cycle, and habitat of salmon, and watch them grow from egg stage to fry stage. When Release Day comes, the students wish their fry goodbye and good luck, hoping that one day they''ll find their way back to spawn.

Young readers will discover what nature is, what lives in nature, and how they can care for nature. Introduces beginning readers to the idea of caring for the environment and what their part is in protecting our planet.

Examines what makes Montana unique, including its symbols, flags, songs, recipes, landmarks, and more.

This exciting book provides an overview of the life and career of basketball star Jayson Tatum. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text and plenty of colorful photos make reading simple and exciting.

Profiles the first African American woman in space, exploring her early life, how she ended up working for NASA, and what inspired her to pursue her astronaut dreams.

Introduces early readers to environmentalist concepts including deforestation, animals and their habitats, and conservation, and what they can do to help the environment. Features real-life examples of kids who have made a difference.

"Spend a day and night in the savanna! Learn about this grassy habitat through the interesting animals that call it home. Nibble a breakfast of sky-high leaves with a giraffe. Then construct towering mounds with termites. At sunset, shriek and prowl for prey with a pack of hyenas. After dark, go on a high-speed hunt with a cheetah. What will tomorrow bring in the savanna?"--