The Song within My Heart BR 15050
by David Bouchard
1 volume
A Native American grandmother's explanation to her young grandson
of the meaning of the pow-wow. In poetic form. PRINT/BRAILLE. For
grades 2-4. 2002.
Shark! The Truth behind the Terror BR 15297
by Mike Strong
1 volume
Briefly describes some shark attacks on humans. Then focuses on
facts about sharks--their special features, how and what they
eat. Discusses safety issues at the ocean beach, reminding
readers that shark attacks are rare occurrences. Beginning
chapter book. For grades 3-6. 2003.
Why I Sneeze, Shiver, Hiccup, and Yawn BR 15357
by Melvin Berger
1 volume
This simple introduction to automatic reflexes of the human body
uses familiar examples to explain why we cough, sneeze, shiver,
hiccup, yawn, and blink. For grades 2-4. 1983.
The Sun: Our Nearest Star BR 15360
by Franklyn M. Branley
1 volume
Describes the Sun as the star closest to the planet Earth. Talks
about the Sun's size and explains how it provides the light and
energy needed to support plant and animal life. For grades 2-4.
1961.
You Must Be Joking! Lots of Cool Jokes BR 15363
compiled by Paul Brewer
1 volume
Not only a collection of over two hundred jokes and riddles but
also tips on writing, memorizing, and telling them. For grades 3-
6. 2003.
Remember: The Journey to School Integration BR 15549
by Toni Morrison
1 volume
An account of the thoughts and feelings of children involved in
school desegregation. Provides background to the 1954
groundbreaking Brown v. Board of Education Supreme Court
decision and the movement to eliminate racist laws. For grades 3-
6. 2004.
Birds: Nature's Magnificent Flying Machines BR 15554
by Caroline Arnold
1 volume
Introduces the science of avian flight. Describes the flight
anatomy of a wide variety of birds--their skeletons, wings, and
feathers. Explains the mechanics of taking off, flapping,
gliding, hovering, steering, and landing. Considers birds that
cannot fly and some other animals that can. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades 3-6. 2003.
The Racecar Alphabet BR 16007
by Brian Floca
1 volume
An exciting day at the races highlights the letters of the
alphabet as a variety of automobiles speed around the curves of
the track. PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2. 2003.
In the Land of Words: New and Selected Poems BR 16011
compiled by Eloise Greenfield
1 volume
Introduction to poetry for preschoolers and beginning readers.
Among twenty-one poems are "New Baby Poem," "Making Friends," and
"Nathaniel's Rap." PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2 and older
readers. 2004.
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