Most Popular Books by Tamra Orr

Join Mr. Franks and his class as they try to earn enough cash to get them to the new science museum. Follow them as they find out different ways to earn money—from folding laundry to starting a car-washing business. Find out where to search for jobs, how to know if a job is right for you, and about the laws that dictate what kids can earn, what taxes they may or may not have to pay, and what jobs and hours they are allowed to work. If you’ve ever wished you could earn some extra spending money, this book will help you on the road to putting cash in your pocket.

For two months, Kimberly had kept her secret: a pen pal from Mexico! Now her long-distance friend is going to be a student in Kimberly’s school, and neither girl can wait to meet the other. As Mrs. Turner’s class prepares for Marisa’s arrival, they learn a great deal about her lively home country. Join Kimberly and her classmates as they find out about Mexico’s exciting history, busy cities, and traditional foods. Help them welcome Marisa with chips and guacamole and a party piñata. Hola, Marisa!

As hard as it may be for some people to imagine a Mormon mother of three writing one of the bestselling vampire love stories in the world, it was even harder for Stephenie Meyer. After all, she had never really done any writing before, and although she knew something was missing in her life, she did not know what it was. It wasn’t until she had an unusual, unexpected dream about a romantic young vampire who sparkled in the sunlight that her journey from small-town mother to worldwide author began. Today, Meyer is one of the most recognized writers across the globe. Her stories have not only created a series of bestselling novels, but also blockbuster movies that have earned millions at the box office. Find out how Meyer, like the heroines of countless fairy tales, went from rags to riches, thanks to a handsome vampire named Edward and a gentle human girl named Bella. Her adventure is almost as exciting as theirs—but without the fangs!

Monroe County, New York, 1873: Confused on what to think about the suffragist movement, a young boy stops at one of Susan B. Anthony's pre-trial speeches. 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.

Perhaps you’d like to save some money for horseback riding lessons, for college, or for a new music album. In Savings Tips for Kids, find out how to save money, just as Mrs. Bond’s class learns how to save points that they earn in class. Find out about checking, savings, and other types of accounts you can have at your local bank, and discover the difference between simple and compound interest. Then find out why saving first and spending later—instead of borrowing and trying to repay later—is the best way to manage your money. Take the mystery out of money matters, and let your money work for you.

"All living things need air to survive. Air also protects the planet Earth. Discover why air is an important part of nature!"--

All of his life, Tototl has dreamt of becoming a mighty warrior. Now he is in school learning how to be one and it is far harder than he had ever anticipated. The hours are long, the work is hard, and the food is never enough. But serving the emperor bravely in battle is the only thing Tototl wants to do with his life and he is determined to do it well. Meet him, as well as the rest of his family, as they go through a typical day living in the Aztec empire: honoring their gods, preparing their food, training their young, and respecting their emperor. Enter the world of the Aztecs and follow their amazing rise and their tragic fall.

Examines the emergence, treatment and facts of the avian flu, and looks at other viral pandemics thoughout history.

"Describes how private businesses are transforming the future of space travel and exploration"--

Beautiful Me features fictional narratives paired with firsthand advice from a licensed psychologist to inspire and build self-esteem among preteen and teen girls. This book will help readers discover their inner strength and learn to feel comfortable in their own skin. Positive coping skills are introduced for dealing with difficult issues, including peer pressure, parental expectations, and depression. Throughout the book, Talk About It questions encourage discussion. Additional resources, a glossary, and an index are also included. Beautiful Me will leave readers feeling confident to handle future challenges.

Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, 1863: Still mourning from the loss of her brother at the Battle of Gettysburg, a young girl and her family listen to President Lincoln's address. 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.

Rochester, New York, 1852: A young boy listens to Frederick Douglass deliver his speech, and begins to question the meaning of Independence Day. 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.

New York, New York, 2001: A young girl and her mother watch the television in horror as two airplanes strike the Twin Towers. 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.