Kari Barber's Library
Woodlawn Elementary
| ISBN | Title | Author | Description | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9780545640398 | Who Was Christopher Columbus? | Bonnie Bader | Offers insight into the historical events that prompted Columbus' efforts to establish new trade routes to the Indies, his struggles to obtain financial support for his voyages, and the important discoveries that caused him to become known as the "Great Admiral of the Seas." | |
| 9781338283129 | Who Was Coretta Scott King? | Gail Herman | Presents The Life And Achievements Of Coretta Scott King, Discussing Her Vital Role In The Civil Rights Movement, Her Awareness Campaigns, And Her Efforts To Continue The Work Of Her Husband, Martin Luther King, Jr. | |
| 9780545640374 | Who Was John F. Kennedy? | Yona Zeldis McDonough | The man who saved the lives of his PT-109 crewmen during WWII and became the 35th president fought-and won-his first battle at the age of two-and-a-half, when he was stricken with scarlet fever. Although his presidency was cut short, our nation's youngest elected leader left an indelible mark on the American consciousness and now is profiled in our Who Was ...? series. Included are 100 black-and-white illustrations as well as a timeline that guides readers through this eventful period in history. | |
| 9780448439686 | Who Was Johnny Appleseed? | Joan Holub, Who HQ | The perfect biography to "bite into" at the start of a new school year! Children are sure to be fascinated by the eccentric and legendary Johnny Appleseed, a man who is best known for bringing apple trees to the midwest. Over John Chapman’s lifetime, he saw the country grow and start to spread westward. Traveling alone— in bare feet and sporting a pot on his head!—Johnny left his own special mark planting orchards that helped nourish new communities. His journeys and adventures are illustrated in a hundred black-and-white illustrations. | Penguin |
| 9780545484145 | Who Was King Tut? | Roberta Edwards | Explains the life and times of this ancient Egyptian ruler, covering the story of the tomb's discovery, as well as myths and stories of mummy curses. | |
| 9780448461465 | Who Was Roald Dahl? | True Kelley | An introduction to the adventurous life of the famous children's author responsible for such classics as Charlie and the Chocolate Factor includes coverage of his military service, his marriage to an Academy Award-winning actress and his accomplishments as a screenplay writer. Original. | Penguin Workshop |
| 9780448454429 | Who Was Rosa Parks? | Yona Zeldis McDonough, Who HQ | In 1955, Rosa Parks refused to give her bus seat to a white passenger in Montgomery, Alabama. This seemingly small act triggered civil rights protests across America and earned Rosa Parks the title "Mother of the Civil Rights Movement." This biography has black-and-white illustrations throughout. | National Geographic Books |
| 9780545920186 | Who Was Sally Ride? | Megan Stine | Looks at the life and career of the physician and NASA astronaut who became the first American woman in space in 1983. | |
| 9780022858889 | Why Does It Rain? | Daniel Greenberg | ||
| 9780022846640 | Why We Need the Sun | Timothy Paulson | ||
| 9781338053180 | Why, Fly Guy?: Answers To Kids' BIG Questions (Fly Guy Presents): Answers To Kids' BIG Questions | Arnold, Tedd | Scholastic Inc. | |
| 9780859539500 | Wild Weather Soup | Caroline Formby | Winifred Weathervane makes just the right weather for everywhere in the world, but when she goes on vacation without turning off the gas, it damages the ozone layer and soon the weather is all mixed up | Childs Play Intl Ltd |
| 9780022846749 | Wind Energy | Mary Dylewski | ||
| 9780439876513 | Wonderful Wolves | Justin McCory Martin | ||
| 9780545915908 | Yo Ho Ho, Halloween! | Pam Muñoz Ryan | Halloween is coming! This year, Tony Baloney wants to stand out in the crowd at the school Halloween parade. But can he keep his costume intact until the day of the parade? | |
| 9781338799989 | You Are Enough | Margaret O'Hair | "It can be hard to be different--whether because of how you look, where you live, or what you can or can't do. But wouldn't it be boring if we were all the same? Being different is great! Being different is what makes you YOU. This inclusive and empowering picture book from Sofia Sanchez--a young model and actress with Down syndrome--reminds readers how important it is to embrace your differences, be confident, and be proud of who you are. Imagine all of the wonderful things you can do if you don't let anyone stop you! You are enough just how you are. Sofia is unique, but her message is universal: We all belong. So each spread features beautiful, full color illustrations of a full cast of kid characters with all kinds of backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This book also includes back matter with a brief bio of Sofia and her journey so far, as well as additional information about Down syndrome and how we can all be more accepting, more inclusive, and more kind"-- | |
| 9780439878937 | Young Squanto | Andrew Woods | A simple biography of the Wampanoag Indian who helped the Pilgrims survive in their early days in the Plymouth colony. | |
| 9780545334433 | Your Amazing Brain | Jacqueline Milord Raimo | "The average human brain is only 3 pounds, but it controls every single thing that humans do. All of your memories, thoughts, emotions, and actions are controlled by your brain. This book describes how your brain and nervous system work together to accomplish all of these amazing tasks with fun facts and up-close photos and illustrations." -- | Scholastic Incorporated |
| 9780545334471 | Your Five Senses | Deborah Rogus | "Did you know that no two people have the same sense of taste? Something that tastes good to you might taste awful to someone else. Why is this? And how exactly do your senses work? Find out about all five of your senses - hearing, sight, smell, touch, and taste - in this fact filled book, packed with information and up-close photos and illustrations." -- Back cover. | |
| 9781404867178 | You're Toast And Other Metaphors We Adore (Ways To Say It) | Nancy Loewen | Here's a BRIGHT IDEA: read this book. It's a PIECE OF CAKE. And trust us; no one will call you A TURKEY. For more metaphors, look inside. | Picture Window Books |