Information Books Supplement: February 2020

GROW YOUR Non-Fiction Collection For a better world February 2020 Information Books Supplement: The Book Curator Magazine

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CONTENTS 2

Sustainability & Environmental Issues

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Media Literacy

8

Digital Literacy & Coding

10

Maths, Science & Technologies

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Humanities & Social Sciences

38

Health & Physical Education

40

Creative Arts & Maker Spaces

42

Professional Development

43

Sports & General Interest

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SUSTAINABILITY & ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Australia’s Environmental Issues Author: Peter Turner Publisher: Redback Publishing Age: 8 to 13 years

RRP: $29.99 ea Format: Hardback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 2019

Australia is currently facing several significant environmental issues.

The Australia’s Environmental Issues series provides an overview of environmental issues affecting Australians and our environment. Each title in the series outlines the cause of the issue and focuses on solutions.

TITLE

ISBN

Climate Change

978-1925860085 Salinity

978-1925860306

Natural Disasters

978-1925860108

978-1925860313

Feral Animals

978-1925860092 Pollution

Water

978-1925860290

Wildlife in the City Author: Various Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 8 to 12 years

RRP: $14.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 1/02/2020

Wildlife plays a vital role in urban ecosystems. This unique series investigates the wild and semi-wild animals that live among and around us. They live in our parks, backyards, woodlands, and on the edges of human spaces. Some even invade our homes. Special illustrated spreads focus on the specific anatomy, adaptations, and skills of key species, as well as the threats to their existence. Readers will also learn how biologists study urban animals and how cities deal with animal control.

Free downloadable Teacher’s Guide available.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Abandoned and Escaped Animals

978-0778766964

Backyard Dwellers

978-0778767046

Animals on the Outskirts

978-0778766971

Habitat Clashes

978-0778767053

Searchlight Books ™ — Climate Change Author: Various Publisher: LernerClassroom Age: 8 to 11 years

RRP: $16.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 1/2/2019

Are the number of extreme storms increasing? What happens when sea levels rise? What impact will new energy technology have? This series introduces readers to the causes and effects of climate change and examines potential solutions.

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TITLE

ISBN

Climate Change and Air Quality

978-1541545892

Climate Change and Energy Technology

978-1541545908

Climate Change and Extreme Storms

978-1541545915

Climate Change and Life on Earth

978-1541545922

Climate Change and Rising Sea Levels

978-1541545939

Climate Change and Rising Temperatures

978-1541545946

SUSTAINABILITY & ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Australia’s Endangered Animals… and Their Habitats Author: Jane Hinchey Publisher: Redback Publishing Age: 9 to 12 years

RRP: $29.99 ea Format: Hardback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 2018-2019

FACT! Australia has the worst mammal extinction rate in the world. Many of our native bird, reptile, fish and amphibian species are endangered. This exciting new series takes a look at some of Australia’s most threatened animal species and their unique habitats. Inside each book you’ll find current information, maps, statistics, fun facts, and photographs. Every book is a valuable resource designed to support Australian students and teachers, and meet Australian National Curriculum requirements.

TITLE

ISBN

A Focus on Coasts and Oceans

978-1925630688

A Focus on Deserts and Grasslands

978-1925630695

A Focus on Dry Forests and Woodlands

978-1925630701

A Focus on Rainforests

978-1925630718

A Focus on Alpine Habitats

978-1925630725

A Focus on Antarctic Tundra Ice and Snow Habitats

978-1925630732

A Focus on Freshwater Environments

978-1925630787

A Focus on Urban Habitats

978-1925630794

UN Sustainable Development Goals Author: Various Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 9 to 14+ years

RRP: $14.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages:32) Series Release Date: 1/02/2020

Today, 1.8 billion people are part of the largest generation of youth in history—making them a powerful group of change-makers who can take action to solve global problems. Supporting the C3 Framework, this empowering series informs young readers about the United Nation’s 2030 Sustainable Development Goals. Accessible text examines issues around the world and explains the goals that have been set to meet these challenges. Profiles of youth-led and other collaborative movements inspire readers to accept their roles as global citizens. By recognizing the influence young people can have when they participate, readers will be empowered to take informed action of their own. Downloadable Teacher’s Guide available.

TITLE Taking Action...

ISBN

TITLE Taking Action...

For Responsible Growth

978-0778766612

To Achieve Equality

To Help the Environment

978-0778766643 To End Poverty

ISBN 978-0778766629 978-0778766636

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SUSTAINABILITY & ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Orca Footprints Author: Various Publisher: Orca Books Age: 9 to 12 years

RRP: $34.95 ea Format: Hardback (pages: 48) Series Release Date: 2013 to 2019

Kids today inhabit a world full of complex—and often mystifying—environmental issues. Orca Footprints aim to help kids answer their questions about the state of the natural world with well-researched, simply expressed information and powerful images. With topics such as food production, water, cycling and sustainable energy, these books will inspire kids to take action.

“These books feature accessible texts, appealing layouts, and global perspectives Engagingly written titles…filled with fun facts and well-captioned photos that provide alluring glimpses into different cultures and locales...Inviting choices for informing and inspiring curious readers and world citizens.”

—School Library Journal TITLE

ISBN

Ours to Share: Co-Existing

978-1459816343

A Fair Deal - Shopping for Social Justice

978-1459810433

Better Together - Creating Community in an Uncertain World

978-1459813007

Brilliant - Shining a Light on Sustainable Energy

978-1459802216

Deep Roots - How Trees Sustain the Planet

978-1459805828

Dive In - Exploring Our Connection With The Ocean

978-1459815865

Down to Earth – How Kids Help Feed the World

978-1459804234

Every Last Drop - Bringing Clean Water Home

978-1459802230

Going Wild – Helping Nature Thrive in Cities

978-1459812871

Home Sweet Neighborhood - Transforming Cities One Block at a Time

978-1459816916

Let's Eat - Sustainable Food for a Hungry Planet

978-1459809390

Pedal It - How Bicycles Are Changing the World

978-1459802193

Pocket Change - Pitching In for a Better World

978-1459809666

Take Shelter - Homes Around the World

978-1459807426

Talk Trash - Moving Toward a Zero Waste World

978-1459806924

What’s The Buzz - Keeping Bees in Flight

978-1459809604

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SUSTAINABILITY & ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Green STEAM Author: Veronica Thompson Publisher: LernerClassroom Age: 8 to 11 years

RRP: $16.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 1/02/2019

This makerspace-friendly series blends science, technology, engineering, and math content with arts and crafts for the perfect STEAM experience. A green approach focuses on reusing everyday materials rather than buying new craft supplies. QR codes in books lead to additional how-to support online.

TITLE

ISBN

Earth-Friendly Animal Crafts

978-1541527782

Earth-Friendly Earth Day Crafts

978-1541527799

Earth-Friendly Engineering Crafts

978-1541527805

Earth-Friendly Math Crafts

978-1541527812

Earth-Friendly Science Crafts

978-1541527829

Earth-Friendly Tech Crafts

978-1541527836

Orcas Everywhere Author: Mark Leiren-Young | Publisher: Orca Books Release Date: 01/12/2019 | Format: Hardback | Pages: 160 | ISBN: 978-1459819986 RRP: $44.95 Orcas are found in every ocean on the planet. But can they survive their relationship with humans? Orcas Everywhere looks at how humans around the world (Indigenous and non-Indigenous alike) related to orcas in the past, how we relate to them now and what we can do to keep cetacean communities alive and thriving. The book deals with science, philosophy, environmentalism and ethics in a kid-friendly and accessible way. Writer, filmmaker and orca activist Mark Leiren-Young takes us back to when killer whales were considered monsters and examines how humans went from using orcas for target practice to nearly loving them to death. If you know a young person who loves Free Willy or Finding Nemo, they will fall in love with these whales.

Gone is Gone Author: Isabelle Groc, Foreword by Jane Goodall | Publisher: Orca Books Release Date: 01/12/2019 | Format: Hardback | Pages: 128 | ISBN: 978-1459816855 RRP: $44.95 Gone is Gone looks at why species become endangered, how scientists are learning about endangered wildlife, what people are doing to conserve species and ways young people can help. The book is richly illustrated with unique photos that Isabelle has taken over many years of observing endangered species in the field alongside the people who work to conserve them. Throughout, the author shares enchanting encounters and personal field stories: watching narwhals socialize in the Canadian Arctic, getting close to a Laysan albatross raising chicks on a remote Hawaiian island, spotting a rhinoceros on safari and even swimming with sea lions in the Galรกpagos Islands. Gone is Gone will inform, intrigue and inspire readers to take small steps toward big changes for endangered species around the world. bookcurator.com.au | 5

MEDIA LITERACY Searchlight Books™ — Fake News RRP: $16.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 1/02/2020

Author: Various Publisher: Lerner Publications Age: 10 to 14 years +

These guides define types of fake news and explore how they affect politics and history. Readers will learn how to spot and react to misleading articles.

Page Plus QR codes link to additional examples online, where readers can apply their skills.

TITLE

ISBN

What Are Conspiracy Theories?

978-1541574724

What Are Hoaxes & Lies?

978-1541574731

What Is Propaganda?

978-1541574755

What Are Satire & Parody?

978-1541574748

Investigative Journalism that Inspired Change RRP: $16.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 48) Series Release Date: 1/06/2019

Author: Diane Dakers Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 10 to 14 years +

Investigative journalists interview sources and methodically work through documents and databases to uncover the truth about issues that affect us all. This important series details the painstaking work behind investigative journalism, and the importance of freedom of the press in uncovering wrongdoing and injustice. Each book features three case studies in which a journalist followed a trail of information to bring an issue to light and affect change. Brief bios of journalists are included, along with a roadmap for readers on how to critically examine and investigate issues.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Environmental Journalism

978-0778753629

Human Rights Journalism

978-0778753643

Health Care Journalism

978-0778753636

Sports Journalism

978-0778753650

State Your Case: Evaluating Arguments About ...

Author: Simon Rose, James Bow Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 10 to 14+ years

RRP: $16.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 48) Series Release Date: 1/01/2019

An effective argument has many parts—including clear, well-supported claims, the use of credible evidence, the rebuttal of counterclaims, and a strong conclusion. This informative and interesting series introduces the craft of argument writing to readers. Each book takes the reader through the parts of an argument, illustrating each concept using relatable examples, and allows readers to use what they have learned to evaluate the strength and credibility of arguments about a variety of issues, from homework requirements and school sports spending to robots in the workforce and healthy food choices.

Includes Teacher’s Guide.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Food

978-0778750901

Animals

978-0778750888

Sports and Entertainment

978-0778750918

Environment

978-0778751052

Technology

978-0778751045

Education

978-0778750895

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MEDIA LITERACY Media Literacy Matters Author: Diane Dakers, Susan Down RRP: $16.95 ea Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Format: Paperback (pages: 48) Age: 10 to 14 years + Series Release Date: 1/07/2018 This timely series encourages readers to build the essential media literacy skills needed to become critical consumers of information, ideas, and news. The series examines core concepts including bias, who is represented and how, advertising and persuasion, and censorship. A media literacy toolkit highlights key strategies including methods for verifying sources and identifying media bias and tactics. Writing prompts, real-world examples, and question boxes support readers as they learn how to critically and meaningfully consume different forms of media.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Free Press and Censorship

978-0778745471

Representation in Media 978-0778745495

Information Literacy and Fake News

978-0778745464

Power and Persuasion in Advertising

978-0778745488

Debunk It! Fake News Edition RRP: $25.95 | Author: John Grant | Publisher: Zest Books Release Date: 01/02/2020 | Format: Paperback | Pages: 296 | ISBN: 978-1942186595 We live in an era of misinformation, much of it spread by authority figures, including politicians, religious leaders, broadcasters, and, of course, apps and websites. With so much bogus information coming from so many sources, how can anyone be expected to discover the truth?

In Debunk It, author John Grant uses modern, ripped-from-the-headlines examples to clearly explain how to identify bad evidence and poor arguments. He provides a roundup of the rhetorical tricks people use when attempting to pull the wool over our eyes, and even offers advice about how to take these unscrupulous pundits down. This revised and expanded edition includes an additional chapter on fake news. So if you’re tired of hearing blowhards spouting off about climate change, history, evolution, medicine, and more, this is the book for you. Debunk It is the ultimate guide for young readers seeking a firmer footing in a world that’s full of holes.

Name That Text Type!

Author: Various Publisher: LernerClassroom Age: 7 to 10 years

RRP: $14.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 1/8/2014

This accessible series introduces young readers to the basics of differentiating between genres. Readers will learn the characteristics of poetry, fiction, nonfiction, graphic novels, plays, and legends and folktales. Each book contains written examples of the text type in question, and back matter offers guidelines on how to start writing in the genre.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

What Are Fiction Genres?

978-1467745161

What Are Plays?

978-1467745208

What Are Graphic Novels?

978-1467745178

What Is Poetry?

978-1467745215

What Are Legends, Folktales, and Other Classic Stories?

978-1467745185

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DIGITAL LITERACY & CODING Garfield’s ® Guide to Digital Citizenship RRP: $15.95 ea Author: Scott Nickel, Pat Craven, Ciera Lovitt, Jim Davis Publisher: Lerner Publications | Release Date: 01/03/2020 Format: Paperback | Pages: 32 Full-color comics featuring Garfield and friends help readers navigate the world of cyber safety. Activities at the end of each story challenge young digital citizens to think critically about staying safe and secure online.

TITLE

ISBN

A Garfield ® Guide to Online Etiquette

9781541587472

A Garfield ® Guide to Posting Online

9781541587502

A Garfield ® Guide to Online “Friends”

9781541587496

A Garfield ® Guide to Safe Downloading

9781541587489

Digital Makers (Alternator Books ®) Author: Various Publisher: Lerner Publications Age: 8 to 12 years

RRP: $39.95 ea Format: Hardback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 1/05/2018

Learn how to create, launch, perfect, and safely share digital works of art, including videos, songs, blogs, and websites. This series capitalizes on the popularity of both digital technology and makerspace activities.

Creator profiles and expert tips provide extra inspiration.

TITLE

ISBN

Make and Upload Your Own Videos

978-1512483406

Write and Record Your Own Songs

978-1512483413

Design and Build Your Own Website

978-1512483420

Create Your Own Blog

978-1512483437

My Minecraft Author: Heather E. Schwartz RRP: $16.95 ea Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Age: 7 to 9 years Series Release Date: 1/05/2019 From surviving mobs (mobile monsters) to building cities, this series describes some of Minecraft’s most popular aspects. Learn the basics of mining for materials, planting crops, and changing the game with mods (modifications). Jump into the creative world of Minecraft.

TITLE

ISBN

The Unofficial Guide to Minecraft Construction 978-1541546103

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The Unofficial Guide to Minecraft Mining and Farming

978-1541546110

The Unofficial Guide to Minecraft Mods

978-1541546127

The Unofficial Guide to Minecraft Survival

978-1541546134

DIGITAL LITERACY & CODING Mission: Code (Alternator Books ®) Author: Various RRP: $16.95 ea Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Age: 7 to 9 years Series Release Date: 1/02/2020 Dive into the fascinating world of coding languages! These titles walk new programmers through the basics of creating their own code. Hands-on learn-to-code activities accessed through an online Page Plus link add to the fun!

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Mission HTML

9781541573734 Mission Python

9781541573758

Mission JavaScript

9781541573741

9781541573765

Mission Ruby

Ready, Set, Code!

Author: Álvaro Scrivano RRP: $16.95 ea Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Age: 7 to 9 years Series Release Date: 1/05/2019 Introduce young coders to the most popular coding programs and languages. Step-by-step instructions and clear illustrations guide readers, while fun activities help them apply what they’ve learned.

TITLE

ISBN

Coding with Hopscotch

978-1541546653

Coding with Python

978-1541546677

Coding with ScratchJr

978-1541546684

The Unofficial Guide to Coding with Minecraft

978-1541546660

Coding Is CATegorical Author: Brian P. Cleary Publisher: Millbrook Press Age: 5 to 9 years

Illustrator: Martin Goneau Pages: 24 Series Release Date: 1/08/2019

Meet your coding instructors—computer-savvy cats! Playful rhyming verse from bestselling author Brian P. Cleary introduces young readers to key coding concepts like syntax and algorithms, and fun illustrations further clarify the topics.

PAPERBACK $14.95

HARDBACK $32.95

Bugs That Make Your Computer Crawl: What Are Computer Bugs?

978-1541545601

978-1541533097

Nothing Loopy about This: What Are Loops and Conditionals?

978-1541545588

978-1541533073

This Python Isn’t a Snake: What Are Coding Languages and Syntax?

978-1541545571

978-1541533066

You Can’t Dance to These Rhythms: What Are Algorithms

978-1541545595

978-1541533080

TITLE

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MATHS, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGIES Unplug with Science Buddies ® RRP: $16.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 01/09/2019

Author: Rebecca Felix Publisher: Lerner Publications Age: 7 to 11 years

It’s time to turn off your device! This fun, maker-focused series features projects from project database creators, Science Buddies®, and encourages readers to step away from the screen and create with their hands.

TITLE

ISBN

Body Oddity Projects

978-1541574885

Fun with Nature Projects

978-1541574892

Toy and Game Projects

978-1541574915

Movin’ and Shakin’ Projects

978-1541574908

Bumba Books ™ — A First Look at STEM Author: Joe Levit Publisher: Lerner Publications Age: 4 to 7 years

RRP: $14.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Series Release Date: 1/2/2019

Carefully leveled text and fresh, vibrant photos give young readers an introduction to the four STEM topics: science, technology, engineering, and math. Age-appropriate critical thinking questions and a photo glossary help build nonfiction learning skills.

TITLE

ISBN

Let’s Explore Engineering

978-1541526990

Let’s Explore Math

978-1541527003

Let’s Explore Science

978-1541527010

Let’s Explore Technology

978-1541527027

Get Graphing! Building Data Literacy Skills Author: Lizann Flatt, Crystal Sikkens RRP: $14.95 ea Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Age: 6 to 8 years Series Release Date: 01/10/2016 In today’s world, we are consistently surrounded by a wealth of information. The ability to access, interpret, and analyse this information is vitally important. Get Graphing! aims to help young readers successfully navigate the 21st century by introducing data literacy and graphing essentials. Using meaningful, real-world examples and stimulating activities, readers are taught how to properly collect data, how to present data visually in different ways, both digitally and online, and how to carefully assess and draw conclusions from data. By encouraging curiosity and stressing the importance of critical thinking, Get Graphing provides readers with invaluable tools for questioning and understanding the world around them.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Line Graphs

978-0778726357

Bar Graphs

978-0778726340

Collecting Data

978-0778726371

Picture Graphs

978-0778726364

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MATHS, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGIES Searchlight Books ™ — New Frontiers of Space Author: Various Publisher: Lerner Publications Age: 8 to 12 years

RRP: $16.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 1/02/2020

Examine the most up-to-date findings gleaned in our quest to understand the universe! Learn cutting-edge information about space discoveries ranging from black holes to space tourism. In each book, a Page Plus QR link leads to a 3D-printer-friendly model from NASA.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Black Holes Research

978-1541574830

Hubble Telescope Data

978-1541574847

Astronaut Training

978-1541574823

Journey to Mars

978-1541574854

Space Tourism

978-1541574861

SpaceX News

978-1541574878

Cosmos Chronicles (Alternator Books ®) Author: Elsie Olson Publisher: Lerner Publications Age: 8 to 12 years

RRP: $16.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages:32) Series Release Date: 1/9/2019

This visually driven series focuses on current and future space missions.

With dynamic imagery from NASA and SpaceX, each high-interest title reads like an attention-grabbing blog about space exploration! Learn about the scientists and robots working in space and discover some of the most fascinating recent breakthroughs in space exploration.

TITLE

ISBN

Breakthroughs in Moon Exploration

978-1541573697

Spectacular Space Stations

978-1541573710

Revolutionary Robots in Space

978-1541573703

Trailblazing Space Scientists

978-1541573727

Top Secret Science Author: Various Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 10 to 14 years

RRP: $16.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 48) Series Release Date: 1/06/2019

This riveting series examines the most closely guarded scientific and technological developments of yesterday and today. Learn about secret “science wars” between pharmaceutical companies, top-secret military and espionage science carried out in the world’s highestsecurity labs, and some of history’s darkest secrets of unethical practices done in the name of scientific progress.

Title

ISBN

Title

ISBN

Top Secret Science in Energy

978-0778759997

Top Secret Science in Space

978-0778760344

Top Secret Science in Medicine

978-0778760320

Top Secret Science in the Military

978-0778760337

Top Secret Science in Cybercrime and Espionage

978-0778759980

Top Secret Science in Transportation

978-0778760351

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MATHS, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGIES Space In Action: Augmented Reality Author: Rebecca E. Hirsch, Kevin Kurt RRP: $16.95 ea Publisher: Lerner Publications Format: P/back (pages: 32) Age: 9 to 12 years Release Date: 1/03/2020 Explore outer space through interactive augmented reality experiences! Discover what scientists have learned about planets, stars, black holes, and more, and learn about the cutting-edge technology that astronauts use. Space fans will be thrilled by true augmented reality features that give readers a close-up look at the cosmos.

Download the free Lerner AR app from your device’s app store.

As you read, look for the Lerner AR icon throughout the book.

AR experiences include: • a star being born and dying • Voyager 2 leaving the heliosphere • the Space Launch System launching • a humanoid robot built for space exploration • future space vehicles • the early solar system forming...and more!

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Comets and Asteroids in Action

9781541589421

Space Gear in Action

9781541589445

Space Stations in Action

9781541589469

Space Vehicles in Action

9781541589476

Machines in Action

9781541589452

Stars and Galaxies in Action

9781541589483

Black Holes in Action

9781541589414

Planets in Action

9781541589438

Scientists in Action Author: Various Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 10 to 14 years +

RRP: $14.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 2018-2019

The most important qualification for becoming a scientist is curiosity.

Step inside the fascinating world of today’s working scientists and discover how questions get answered. Each book examines the great variety of scientific work within a particular field. Processes and practices are explored, with an emphasis on the creative and collaborative aspects of the work. Mini-bios highlight the work of current scientists from all over the world, and hands-on investigations create authentic learning experiences. Each book includes a look at the future of the field and provides practical suggestions for readers to take an active role to further their learning.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Archaeologists in Action

978-0778746546

Chemists in Action

978-0778752165

Astronomers in Action

978-0778746553

Entomologists in Action

978-0778752172

Geologists in Action

978-0778746577

Food Scientists in Action

978-0778752189

Biologists in Action

978-0778752080

Environmental Scientists in Action

978-0778746560

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MATHS, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGIES Look Closely (LOOK! Books™) Author: Alice Boynton Publisher: Red Chair Press Age: 4 to 7 years

RRP: $12.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Series Release Date: 1/09/2019

Readers will first view a butterfly wing, cactus spines, and the shell of an armadillo. Then readers see each plant and animal in its natural environment and learn how these features contribute to its survival.

TITLE

ISBN

Nature Up Close

978-1634406703

People Up Close

978-1634406727

Things Up Close

978-1634406734

Structures Up Close

978-1634406710

Bumba Books ® — Discover Your Senses Author: Various Publisher: Lerner Publications Age: 4 to 7 years

RRP: $15.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Series Release Date: 1/03/2020

TITLE Let’s Explore the..

ISBN

Five Senses

978-1541587069

Sense of Hearing

978-1541587076

Sense of Sight

978-1541587083

Sense of Smell

978-1541587090

Sense of Taste

978-1541587106

Sense of Touch

978-1541587113

History of Inventions Author: Fast Track Publisher: Brown Bear Books Age: 7 to 10 years

RRP: $16.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Series Release Date: 1/08/2018

Even very young kids can use a smartphone and listen to music on a streaming site, but how did we get to the technology we use today?

This series traces the inventions, explaining how one breakthrough leads to the next. A visual timeline at the bottom of each spread is a reminder of how the story unfolds.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

Air Transportation: From Balloons to Superjets

978-1781214688 Communication Technology: From Smoke Signals to Smartphones

ISBN

978-1781214732

Road Transportation: 978-1781214695 Computer Technology: From From Carts to Racing Cars Punchcards to Supercomputers

978-1781214718

Space Exploration: From 978-1781214725 Rockets to Space Stations

978-1781214701

Music Technology: From Gramophones to Music Streaming

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MATHS, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGIES

Full STEAM Ahead!

An innovative literacy series for early readers that provides an introduction to STEAM subjects.

Expertly leveled text combines with bold images to engage young readers. Key concepts are explained using relatable examples, allowing children to build comprehension and fluency skills as they build their knowledge of STEAM topics. An inquiry-based activity in each book helps children understand how STEAM subjects overlap, and encourages creative problem solving, perseverance, collaboration, and other essential skills. Educator support features are provided in each book, including high-frequency and academic word lists and question prompts

to build critical thinking and comprehension skills.

The books are useful as read-alouds in Early Learning and Kindergarten, and for individual or group instruction in grades one and two.

A free teacher’s guide is available for download from Crabtree Publishing’s website. In addition, supplemental digital content and activities that reinforce and extend key series concepts are available on the Crabtree Plus website through a link printed inside each book.

Full STEAM Ahead! - Math Matters Author: Adrianna Morganelli Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 4 to 7 years TITLE

ISBN

I See 3-D

978-0778764397

Place Value at Playtime

978-0778764519

Building Tens with My Friends

978-0778762911

Skip Counting My Way to School

978-0778762935

Subtraction in Action

978-0778763116

Building with Shapes

978-0778762928

Full STEAM Ahead! - Science Starters Author: Crystal Sikkens Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 4 to 7 years

RRP: $12.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Series Release Date: 2019-2020

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The Right Material for the Job

9780778764397

What Makes It Move?

9780778764519

Day and Night

978-0778762348

From Seed to Pumpkin

978-0778762362

The Four Seasons

978-0778762355

The Life Cycle of a Rabbit

978-0778762379

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RRP: $12.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Series Release Date: 2019-2020

MATHS, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGIES

Full STEAM Ahead! - Engineering Everywhere Author: Robin Johnson Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 4 to 7 years

RRP: $12.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Series Release Date: 2019-2020

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Testing with Models

978-0778764588

What Is the Best Solution?

978-0778764595

Engineering in My Community

978-0778762508

How Engineers Solve Problems 978-0778762515 Mistakes Help Us Learn

978-0778762522

What Does an Engineer Do?

978-0778762676

Full STEAM Ahead! - Arts In Action Author: Robin Johnson Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 4 to 7 years

RRP: $12.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Series Release Date: 2019-2020

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Creating Art Together

978-0778764601

The Five Parts of Art

978-0778764618

Artists Use Tools

978-0778762683

Creating Colors

978-0778762690

How Do Artists Tell Stories? 978-0778762706 Making Art from Anything

978-0778762904

Full STEAM Ahead! - Technology Time Author: Cynthia O’Brien Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 4 to 7 years

RRP: $12.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Series Release Date: 2019-2020

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ISBN

Robots at Work

978-0778764526

Think Like a Computer Scientist

978-0778764533

Parts Work Together

978-0778762386

Technology and You!

978-0778762393

Technology Then and Now

978-0778762409

What Is Technology?

978-0778762492

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MATHS, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGIES The Human Body RRP: $34.95 ISBN: 9781921580512 (hardback) | Author: Karen Seinor Release Date: 1/05/2019 | Publisher: New Holland Age: 12+ | Pages: 48 Can you eat while you are upside-down? How much does my brain weigh? The human body is one of the most complex and intricate systems in nature. Find the answer to these questions and more while exploring each of the systems and organs that make up who you are. If you’ve ever wondered what you are made of and how it all works, The Human Body is the book for you!

Author and teacher Karen Seinor takes the young reader on a wonderful journey as she explains the systems and organs of the human body and their functions. With wonderful illustrations and diagrams, this book is a valuable addition to the Young Reed library.

Tech 2.0: World-Changing Entertainment Companies Author: Various Publisher: Mason Crest Age: 12 years +

RRP: $39.95 ea Format: Hardback (pages: 64) Series Release Date: 1/03/2019

This series focuses on a group of companies—also including YouTube and GoPro, and featuring a title on the rise of Esports—that are changing the way we read, watch TV and movies, and create new stories to tell, as well as how we experience those stories. With this information, readers might be inspired themselves to make tomorrow’s new techology come to life!

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ISBN

Esports: A Billion Eyeballs and Growing

978-1422240540

GoPro, Garmin, and Camera Drones

978-1422240557

Netflix, Amazon, Hulu and Streaming Video

978-1422240564

Pixar, Disney, DreamWorks and Digital Animation

978-1422240571

Spotify, Pandora, and Streaming Music

978-1422240588

YouTube and Videos of Everything!

978-1422240595

Tech 2.0: World-Changing Social Media Companies Author: Various Publisher: Mason Crest Age: 12 years +

RRP: $39.95 ea Format: Hardback (pages: 64) Series Release Date: 1/03/2019

Technology plays a part in just about every aspect of modern existence, perhaps nowhere more clearly than in social media. Companies such as Facebook, Instagram, and SnapChat have changed the way that people in every generation communicate. This series focuses on those and other companies that are changing the way we connect, relate, and stay informed, and in telling the growth stories of those companies, reflects on where they will take us next.

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Facebook

978-1422240618

Instagram

978-1422240625

Reddit

978-1422240632

SnapChat

978-1422240649

Twitter

978-1422240656

WhatsApp

978-1422240663

MATHS, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGIES STEM Trailblazer Biographies

RRP: $14.95 ea Format: Paperback (pp.32) Release Date: Various Author: Various Publisher: LernerClassroom Age: 9 to 12 years Read about the life stories and significant contributions of some of today’s most accomplished figures in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) fields. Narrative nonfiction text explores key details from each person’s life, often including the pivotal moment that led them to their STEM career. Encompassing the most diverse range of STEM professionals, this biography series is sure to engage young readers and perhaps inspire them to work toward their own STEMrelated accomplishments!

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ISBN

Aerospace Engineer Aprille Ericsson

978-1467761185

Theoretical Physicist Brian Greene

978-1467761154

SpaceX and Tesla Motors Engineer Elon Musk

978-1467761161

Genetics Expert Joanna Kelley

978-1467761208

GoPro Camera Inventor Nick Woodman

978-1467761178

Computer Engineer Ruchi Sanghvi

978-1467761192

Code-breaker and Mathematician Alan Turing

978-1541512139

Genius Physicist Albert Einstein

978-1512456295

Science Educator and Advocate Bill Nye

978-1541512146

Flickr Cofounder and Web Community Creator Caterina Fake

978-1467725842

Urban Biologist Danielle Lee

978-1467797191

Mars Science Lab Engineer Diana Trujillo

978-1467797214

Astronaut Ellen Ochoa

978-1512456271

Alternate Reality Game Designer Jane McGonigal

978-1467725828

NASA Mathematician Katherine Johnson

978-1512457049

Super Soaker Inventor Lonnie Johnson

978-1512456325

Space Engineer and Scientist Margaret Hamilton

978-1512456318

Minecraft Creator Markus “Notch” Persson

978-1467797139

Facebook Founder Mark Zuckerberg

978-1467797153

NASA Astronomer Nancy Grace Roman

978-1541512122

Astrophysicist and Space Advocate Neil Degrasse Tyson 978-1467725859 Inventor, Engineer, and Physicist Nikola Tesla

978-1512456301

Google Cybersecurity Expert Parisa Tabriz

978-1541512160

Astronaut and Physicist Sally Ride

978-1541512177

Google Glass and Robotics Innovator Sebastian Thrun

978-1467725835

Nintendo Video Game Designer Shigeru Miyamoto

978-1467797238

Theoretical Physicist Stephen Hawking

978-1467797177

YouTube Founders Steve Chen, Chad Hurley, and Jawed Karim

978-1467725811

iPod and Electronics Visionary Tony Fadell

978-1467725804

Environmental Activist Wangari Maathai

978-1541512153

Vaccine Innovators Pearl Kendrick and Grace Eldering

978-1512413076

Grace Hopper - Mathematician

978-1512413083

Chien Shuing Wu - Nuclear Physics

978-1512413069

Jane Goodall - Animal Scientist

978-1512413090

Jean Bartik - Computer Scientist

978-1512413106

Mae Jemison - Astronaut

978-1512413113

Rachel Carson - Environmentalist

978-1512413120

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MATHS, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGIES Searchlight Books ™ — Celebrating Failure Author: Barbara Krasner, Grace Campbell RRP: $16.95 ea Publisher: Lerner Publications Age: 8 to 12 years Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Release Date: 1/3/2020 Did you know bubble wrap was designed to be a textured wallpaper?

From medicine to sports, every field has its share of failures—ships that sank, medical treatments that didn’t help, inventions that bombed, sports strategies that backfired. Smart scientists and designers use these experiences to make better products and discoveries later. Learn about some of history’s biggest goof ups and discover how the pros use epic mistakes to make improvements that lead to success.

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Great Engineering Fails

9781541589285

Great Sports Fails

9781541589322

Great Invention Fails

9781541589292

Great Technology Fails

9781541589339

Great Science Fails

9781541589315

Great Medicine Fails

9781541589308

Garfield’s ® Fat Cat Guide to STEM Breakthroughs Author: Rebecca E. Hirsch Publisher: Lerner Publications Age: 7 to 11 years

RRP: $16.95 ea Format: Paperback (papes: 32) Series Release Date: 1/09/2019

Garfield introduces readers to the most noteworthy STEM discoveries, breakthroughs, and inventions with his trademark laugh-out-loud commentary.

From the beginning of numbers to computer chips, Garfield explores it all…with only a few snack breaks along the way.

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ISBN

Garfield’s ® Almost-as-Great-as-Doughnuts Guide to Math

978-1541574267

Garfield’s ® Almost-as-Great-as-Lasagna Guide to Science

978-1541574274

Garfield’s ® Almost-as-Great-as-Naps Guide to Engineering 978-1541574281 Garfield’s ® Almost-as-Great-as-Pizza Guide to Technology

978-1541574298

Searchlight Books ™ — Cutting-Edge STEM Author: Karen Latchana Kenney Publisher: Lerner Publications Age: 8 to 11 years

RRP: $16.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 1/2/2019

Explore the fascinating details and latest news on the hottest tech topics, including virtual reality, 3D printing, robotics, and more. Photos, screenshots, and accessible text highlight the work of cutting-edge scientists and engineers.

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Blockchain and Bitcoin

9781541589346

Brain Science

9781541589353

Medicine

9781541589360

Military Tech

9781541589377

Augmented Reality

9781541527744

Robotics

9781541527768

Virtual Reality

9781541527775

Computing with Raspberry Pi

9781541527751

Artificial Intelligence

9781541527737

3D Printing

9781541527720

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MATHS, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGIES Core Content Science — Animal Superpowers Author: Joanne Mattern Publisher: Red Chair Press Age: 8 to 10 years

RRP: $39.95 ea Format: Hardback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 1/08/2019

Animal Superpowers will help readers compare species that have unique sensory and physical attributes to help them survive. By exploring the unique features of each animal readers will learn about the diversity of life on Earth. Simple vocabulary and a lively, humorous presentation of facts combine with eye-popping photos to grab young readers. Aligns to curriculum for learning about different animals as well as compare and contrast analysis.

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Deadly Weapons

978-1634404204 Super Senses

Masters of Disguise 978-1634404211 Strange Bodies

Super Speed

ISBN 978-1634404235 978-1634404242

978-1634404228 Super Strength 978-1634404259

Nature Is All Around Me (LOOK! Books™) Publisher: Red Chair Press Age: 5 to 8 years

RRP: $12.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Series Release Date: 1/08/2018

The colour of an apple, the shape of the moon. From small ant hills to tall mountains. Let’s discover what other surprises nature has all around us. Look! Books introduce early nonfiction topics with large colourful photos, captions and fast facts. A glossary, resource list and index further enhance success with early nonfiction.

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Numbers in Nature

978-1634403542

Shapes in Nature

978-1634403559

Sizes in Nature

978-1634403573

Colors in Nature

978-1634403566

Lightning Bolt Books — Supersmart Animals Author: Mari Schuh RRP: $14.95 ea Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group Format: Paperback (pages 24) Age: 6 to 8 years Series Release Date: 1/05/2019 Did you know that dogs can learn to count, or that an octopus is able to solve a maze? This series will introduce primary grades readers to different kinds of intelligent animals—a key curricular topic that also has plenty of high-interest appeal. With colourful, captivating photos and clear, lively text, each book covers a different supersmart species.

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The Supersmart Octopus

978-1541527638

The Supersmart Orangutan

978-1541527645

The Supersmart Dolphin

978-1541527614

The Supersmart Elephant

978-1541527621

The Supersmart Parrot

978-1541527652

The Supersmart Dog

978-1541527607

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MATHS, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGIES Epic Animal Journeys Author: Various Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 9 to 12 years

RRP: $14.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages:32 ) Series Release Date: 1/02/2020

Animal migrations are some of the most epic journeys on Earth, with some traveling thousands of miles and overcoming extreme obstacles. This engaging series examines extraordinary animal migrations on land, in water, and by air, as well as some unusual or unintended journeys made by invasive species or animals wandering far from their usual habitats. Each book highlights surprising facts about each animal’s journey and examines how humans impact their routes. Free downloadable Teacher’s Guide available.

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Epic Migrations by Air

978-0778763710

Epic Migrations by Water

978-0778763734

Epic Migrations by Land

978-0778763727

Unusual Animal Journeys

978-0778763789

Animal Antipodes RRP: $34.95 ISBN: 978-1939547491 (hardback) | Author: Carly Allen-Fletcher Release Date: 1/05/2019 | Publisher: Creston Books Age: 5 years + | Pages: 32 | Trim: 22.86 x 27.94 cm A fun science book that introduces animals and places around the world that happen to be exactly opposite each other on the globe, with pages that literally have to be turned upside-down. What is an antipode? If you dig through the earth directly below, where would you end up? Vibrant art and clear language make the science of geography, the seasons, and day and night easy to understand. The animals that live in these diverse places on earth make the science accessible and appealing to young readers. This is a book to savor and read over and over again.

Animals Back from the Brink Author: Various Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 8 to 12 years

RRP: $14.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 2019-2020

Informative and up to date, this bold series explains how different animals around the world, once on the brink of extinction, are now surviving and thriving. Detailed analysis examines the reasons the animals were threatened, the impact of humans on natural environments, and the strategies—both successful and unsuccessful—that were put in place to help the species recover. Each book discusses long-term monitoring of the animals and whether the same solution can be applied to other species. Appealing images combine with useful maps, details on recovery plans, and profiles of the people involved. A link printed inside each book give readers access to Crabtree Plus, a secure website with supplemental digital content.

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Black-Footed Ferret

978-0778763246

Giant Panda

978-0778749080

Lesser Long-Nosed Bat

978-0778763253

Humpback Whale

978-0778749387

Snow Leopard

978-0778763277

Gray Wolf

978-0778749097

Mountain Gorilla

978-0778763260

Grizzly Bear

978-0778749103

American Alligator

978-0778749073

Whooping Crane

978-0778749394

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MATHS, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGIES Flower Talk: How Plants Use Color to Communicate RRP: $34.95 ISBN: 978-1541519282 | Author: Sara Levine | Illustrator: Masha D’yans Publisher: Millbrook Press | Format: Hardback (pages: 32) Age: 4 to 10 years | Release Date: 01/06/2019 This new book from Sara Levine features a cantankerous talking cactus as a narrator, revealing to readers the significance of different colours of flowers in terms of which pollinators (bees, bats, birds, etc.) different colours “talk” to. A fun nonfiction presentation of science info that may be new to many kids—and adults!

Summer Green to Autumn Gold RRP: $34.95 ISBN: 978-1541528994 | Author/Illustrator: Mia Posada Publisher: Millbrook Press | Format: Hardcover (pages: 32) Age: 4 to 10 years | Release Date: 01/09/2019 This beautiful non-fiction picture book explains why leaves change colour in autumn. It highlights both the eye-catching colours of the season and the science behind the colours.

Hack Your Backyard: Science Buddies RRP: $14.95 ISBN: 978-1541557178 (paperback) | Author: Niki Ahrens Release Date: 1/06/2019 | Publisher: Lerner Publications Age: 7 to 11 years | Pages: 32 | Trim: 20.32 x 25.4 cm The great outdoors is calling! Explore science in your own backyard through this wild collection of projects. Make your own compass, learn to tell the temperature from crickets, count the stars, and more! Simple instructions and clear photos ensure projects will be successful, and QR codes lead to supplemental content.

This book was created in partnership with Science Buddies®, an organization focused on fostering STEM discovery through hands-on explorations.

30-Minute Makers Author: Various Publisher: Lerner Publications Age: 7 to 11 years

RRP: $14.95 ea Format: Paperback (papes: 32) Series Release Date: 1/06/2019

This maker-focused series features science projects that can be completed in half an hour or less, and include QR codes leading to additional content. These high-interest titles are created in partnership with science project database Science Buddies®, an organization focused on fostering STEM discovery through hands-on explorations.

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ISBN

30-Minute Chemistry Projects

978-1541557116

30-Minute Edible Science Projects

978-1541557123

30-Minute Outdoor Science Projects

978-1541557130

30-Minute Rainy Day Science Projects

978-1541557147

30-Minute Robotics Projects

978-1541557154

30-Minute Sustainable Science Projects

978-1541557161

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MATHS, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGIES Be An Engineer! Designing to Solve Problems Author: Various Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 7 to 11 years

RRP: $14.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Series Release Date: 1/01/2019

Each title takes readers through the steps of the engineering design process to explain how an everyday structure is designed to overcome physical obstacles to meet peoples’ needs. Real-world examples, vibrant photographs, and fact boxes reinforce learning, and readers design and create their own model structures.

A link printed inside each book gives readers access to Crabtree Plus, a secure website with supplemental digital content, including engaging simulations and interactive activities that reinforce and extend key series’ concepts.

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TITLE

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A Bridge Goes Over

978-0778729426

A Tower Stands Tall

978-0778751663

A Dam Holds Back

978-0778729402

A Road Connects Places

978-0778751656

A Tunnel Runs Through

978-0778729389

A Dome Stays Strong

978-0778751632

A Skyscraper Reaches Up

978-0778729396

A House Gives Shelter

978-0778751649

Engineering in Action Author: Various Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 8 to 12 years

RRP: $16.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 2014

This innovative series is designed to spark new ideas, build critical and creative thinking skills, and inspire interest and enthusiasm for STEM careers. Each title explores a specific field of engineering and incorporates real-world examples and engaging activities to teach related scientific principles. Readers are introduced to the steps in the engineering design process, including defining problems, discussing solutions, and building and testing models. A link printed inside each book give readers access to Crabtree Plus, a secure website with supplemental digital content.

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ISBN

Agricultural Engineering and Feeding the Future

978-0778775256

Biomedical Engineering and Human Body Systems

978-0778775263

Energy Engineering and Powering The Future

978-0778775430

Aerospace Engineering and the Principles of Flight

978-0778775003

Audio Engineering and the Science of Sound Waves

978-0778712299

Chemical Engineering and Chain Reactions

978-0778712305

Civil Engineering and the Science of Structures

978-0778775010

Electrical Engineering and the Science of Circuits

978-0778775027

Environmental Engineering and the Science of Sustainability

978-0778712312

Optical Engineering and the Science of Light

978-0778712329

Mechanical Engineering and Simple Machines

978-0778775034

Geotechnical Engineering and Earths Materials and Processes

978-0778775348

Materials Engineering and Exploring Properties

978-0778775355

Ocean Engineering and Designing for the Deep Sea

978-0778775409

Robotics Engineering and Our Automated World

978-0778775416

Genetics Engineering and Developments in Biotechnology

978-0778775423

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WILD DOG BOOKS The Colossal Book of Colour

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RRP: $27.99 ISBN: 978-1742035727 | Author: Lorna Hendry Publisher: Wild Dog Books | Format: Paperback (pages: 64) Age: 7 to 12 years | Release Date: 01/02/2020 The Colossal Book of Colour takes a broad and fascinating look at the science behind the paints and pigments that bring joy to our world. With particular focus on primary and secondary colours, how colours are made, as well as their history and cultural importance, The Colossal Book of Colour also includes various activities and thought experiments throughout to capture the imagination of the reader, along with a graduating colour scheme that will tickle the senses.

Putting Australia on the Map RRP: $24.99 ISBN: 978-1742035932 | Author: Carole Wilkinson Publisher: Wild Dog Books | Format: Hardback (pages: 32) Age: 7 to 12 years | Release Date: 01/03/2020 Australia is a big place. It covers 7.7 million square kilometres. You would think it would be easy to find, but it stayed hidden from everyone but its First People for a very long time. Australia’s coastline was discovered piece by piece. Mapping the coastline was a task that took hundreds of years.

See who got it right and who didn’t as, bit by bit, the outline of Australia appeared in Putting Australia on the Map.

The Year of the Rat RRP: $24.99 | ISBN: 978-1742035789 | Author: Charles Hope Publisher: Wild Dog Books | Format: Hardback (pages: 32) Age: 5 to 8 years | Release Date: 01/02/2020 Shy, timid Rat was nervously excited about the upcoming school play – until absolutely everything went wrong. Just when it seemed the play would be cancelled, Rat came up with a plan to save the day. She just needed to step into the spotlight ...

Home RRP: $27.99 | ISBN: 978-1742034249 | Author: Charles Hope Publisher: Wild Dog Books | Format: Paperback (pages: 64) Age: 7+ years | Release Date: 01/11/2019 The concept of home is not unique to humans. Animal species from around the world exhibit a range of wonderful and unique understandings of what their home can be.

From highly organised beehives and ant colonies to creatures that carry their homes with them, the animal kingdom is host to a spectacular array of ingenious dwellings.

Welcome to the fascinating world of Home.

The Big Book of the Bicycle RRP: $27.99 | ISBN: 978-1742033853 | Author: Charles Hope Publisher: Wild Dog Books | Format: Paperback (pages: 64) Age: 7+ years | Release Date: 01/11/2018 The Big Book of the Bicycle takes an expansive look at an object that is readily familiar and understandable to everyone, yet provides a wealth of information that will delight and surprise a broad range of readers.

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SAVE 20% ON SELECTED WILD DOG BOOKS Maths Mutts: All About Graphs RRP: $16.99 ISBN: 978-1742035765 | Author: Lorna Hendry | Publisher: Wild Dog Books Format: Paperback (pages: 32) | Age: Primary | Release Date: 01/10/2019 Gorgeous animal photographs accompanied by bite-sized chunks of information, try-it-yourself exercises and engaging questions! Learn all about the amazing world of maths and graphs, and how these useful diagrams can be used in our everyday lives.

3D Printing: The Future is Now RRP: $14.99 | ISBN: 978-1742034775 | Author: Woody Brambles Publisher: Wild Dog Books | Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Age: Primary | Release Date: 01/08/2019 3D printing is a fascinating and divisive subject. Many people believe it is destined to make our lives easier, while some believe it could be misused with terrible consequences. Take an in-depth look at this amazing technology and how it is already being used in The Future is Now: 3D Printing!

Artificial Intelligence: The Future is Now RRP: $14.99 | ISBN: 978-1742034751 | Author: Woody Brambles Publisher: Wild Dog | Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Age: Primary | Release Date: 01/04/2019 Artificial intelligence, or AI, is a fascinating and divisive subject. Many people believe it is destined to make our lives easier, while some believe it could lead to disaster. Take an in-depth look at this amazing technology and how it is used.

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Then & Now: Sports

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Author: Various Publisher: Wild Dog Books Age: 6+ years

ISBN: 978-1742033525 RRP: $14.99 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 24]

This series contrasts striking black-and-white with glossy, colourful images, and looks at aspects of our past and present.

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Fruit: From Farm to Table ISBN: 978-1742034638 | Author: Woody Brambles | RRP: $14.99 ea | Age: 5+ years Publisher: Wild Dog | Format: PB (pages: 24) | Release Date: 1/10/18 The From Farm to Table series looks at groups of commonly eaten foodstuffs, and traces their journey from the ground to our plate.

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SAVE 20% ON SELECTED WILD DOG BOOKS Say What?! The History of Communication RRP: $27.99 | ISBN: 978-1742034690 | Author: Woody Brambles | Age: 7+ years Publisher: Wild Dog | Format: Paperback (pages: 64) | Release Date: 01/02/2019 People have been communicating with each other for thousands of years. From visual representations such as cave paintings, pictograms and writing, to verbal and visual communication such as speech and body language, the ways in which humans communicate has changed dramatically over time. This is especially true for the past 100 years, as modern technology has played a major part in creating, shaping and innovating the ways in which talk and pass on information to our friends and family. Communcation is more convenient, complex and inspiring than ever before. Learn all about its fascinating history in Say What?! The History of Communcation!

The Giant Book of Germs RRP: $27.99 ISBN: 978-1742034850 | Author: Lorna Hendry Publisher: Wild Dog Books | Format: Paperback (pages: 64) Age: 7+ years | Release Date: 01/10/2018 How many germs live on your hand? How do germs make you sick? Do the germs in your gut really keep you healthy? Discover these and many more surprising facts ...

Culture RRP: $27.99 ISBN: 978-1742034874 | Author: Charles Hope | Publisher: Wild Dog | Format: Paperback (pages: 64] Age: Primary | Release Date: 01/06/2019 Culture can mean many things. It can be the clothes you wear, the language you speak and the customs and traditions you hold dear. It may be the difference between going to the movies, the footy or the ballet. Some cultures we are born into, while other cultures we adopt and make our own. Culture plays an important and influential role in our lives.

The Massive Book of Maps RRP: $27.99 ISBN: 978-1742034553 | Author: Lorna Hendry| Age: Primary Publisher: Wild Dog Books | Format: P/back (pages: 64) | Release Date: 01/06/2019 Humans have used maps for thousands of years. They have been hugely important to our understanding of the world, and continue to be valuable tools in our everyday life. While some elements remain the same, the maps of today are very different to those of the past. Learn all about these fascinating devices in The Massive Book of Maps!

Wild Cats: On the Edge Author: Charles Hope | RRP: $14.99 ea | Publisher: Wild Dog Format: Paperback (pages: 64) | Age: 6+ years | Release Date: 1/8/2018 The On the Edge series looks at groups of animals that are under threat of extinction.

Beautifully composed images and simple text are supported by inset photos and bitesized pieces of information.

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HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES Australia’s Neighbours: Discover the Country, Culture and People Author: Jane Hinchey Publisher: Redback Publishing Age: 8 to 13 years

RRP: $19.99 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 21/01/2019

This exciting series explores the landscapes, culture and people of Australia’s closest neighbours. Inside each book you’ll find current information, maps, statistics, fun facts, timelines and photographs. Every book is a valuable resource designed to support Australian students and teachers, and meet Australian National Curriculum requirements.

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ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

China

978-1925630947

Pacific Islands & Papua New Guinea

978-1925630558

Indonesia

978-1925630954

Philippines

978-1925630961

Malaysia

978-1925630930

Singapore

978-1925630534

New Zealand

978-1925630527

Vietnam

978-1925630541

Australian Landscapes Author: Rachel Dixon Publisher: Redback Publishing Age: 9 to 14 years

RRP: $19.99 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 1/02/2019

Australia is an ancient country, with landscapes that range from snowy alps to red deserts. The plants and animals in Australia’s landscapes include rare and unique species, some of which are descendants of the wildlife that flourished on Gondwana, the prehistoric continent that existed long before Australia separated and moved across the globe to its present location. Read about the sustainability issues that affect Australia’s natural environments, and what is being done to preserve them for the future. Discover the geography and history of each of Australia’s magnificent landscapes, and investigate their importance to the Indigenous Australians who have lived in them for thousands of years.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Deserts and Savannahs in Australia

978-1925630893

Mountains in Australia

978-1925630916

Forests in Australia

978-1925630909

Water in Australia

978-1925630923

Map and Track Biomes and Animals Author: Linda Barghoorn Publisher: Crabtree Age: 8 to 12 years

RRP: $14.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 1/05/2019

From vast deserts to sprawling alpines, Map and Track Biomes and Animals is a series that introduces young readers to the many different eco-systems at work all over the world. Detailed maps, fullcolour photographs and intriguing facts entice the readers interest in these often overlooked biomes.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Map and Track Wetlands

978-0778753834

Map and Track Deserts

978-0778753780

Map and Track Rain Forests

978-0778753827

Map and Track Mountains

978-0778753803

Map and Track Oceans

978-0778753810

Map and Track Grasslands

978-0778753797

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HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES Bumba Books® — Let’s Explore Countries RRP: $14.95 ea Format: (pages: 24) Series Release Date: 01/09/2017

Author: Elle Parkes Publisher: LernerClassroom Age: 3 to 7 years

Have you ever wondered what people do for fun in Russia? Or what special foods people eat in China? Explore the answers to these questions and more! In this series, readers will learn about the history and culture of various countries in an interesting and accessible format. Dynamic fullcolour photographs, charts and diagrams, and age-appropriate critical thinking questions help readers understand what makes each country special. You’re just a book away from being a world traveler!

TITLE

ISBN

France

978-1512455588 China

TITLE

Kenya

978-1512455601

Haiti

978-1512455595 Cuba

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

978-1512430134 Russia 978-1512430110

Mexico 978-1512430219 Japan 978-1512430158 Egypt

TITLE

ISBN

Canada

978-1512455564

978-1512430196 India 978-1512455571

978-1512430172

Australia 978-1512455557

Hello Neighbor (LOOK! Books™) RRP: $14.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Series Release Date: 1/08/2019

Author: Jeri Cipriano Publisher: Red Chair Press Age: 4 to 9 years

This series compares the USA with its neighbours. Readers will compare and contrast holidays, customs, foods, and more with colourful photos and simple text.

Title

ISBN

Title

Mexico

978-1634403689 Haiti

Canada

978-1634403696 Dominican Republic 978-1634403726

Cuba

978-1634403702

Guatemala

ISBN

978-1634403719 978-1634403870

The World Around Us Author: Dr. Jillian Roberts Publisher: Orca Book Publishers Age: 6 years +

RRP: $34.95 ea Format: Hardback (pages: 32) Release Date: 2018-2019

The World Around Us series introduces children to complex cultural, social and environmental issues that they may encounter outside their homes, in a way that is accessible. Sidebars offer further reading for older children or care providers who have bigger questions. For younger children just starting to make these observations, the simple question-and-answer format of the main text will provide a foundation of knowledge on the subject matter.

TITLE

ISBN

Under Our Clothes: Our First Talk About Our Bodies

978-1459820975

On the Playground: Our First Talk About Prejudice

978-1459820913

On the Internet: Our First Talk About Online Safety

978-1459820944

On Our Street: Our First Talk About Poverty

978-1459816176

On the News: Our First Talk About Tragedy

978-1459817845

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HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES Choosing to Live, Choosing to Die: The Complexities of Assisted Dying RRP: $33.95 ISBN: 978-1459818897 | Author: Nikki Tate | Illustrator: Belle Wuthrich Publisher: Orca Book Publishers | Format: Paperback (pages: 176) Age: 12 years + | Release Date: 1/12/2019 With many jurisdictions considering whether or not to implement new assisted-death legislation, Choosing to Live, Choosing to Die is a timely look at the subject for teen readers who may not yet have had much experience with death and dying. Readers are introduced to the topic of assisted dying through the author’s own story. The issue continues to be hotly debated in families, communities and countries around the world, and there are no easy answers. Choosing to Live, Choosing to Die looks at the issue from multiple perspectives and encourages readers to listen with an open mind and a kind heart and reach their own conclusions.

I Am a Feminist RRP: $34.95 ISBN: 978-1459818927 | Author: Monique Polak | Illustrator: Meags Fitzgerald Publisher: Orca Book Publishers | Format: Paperback (pages: 176) Age: 12 years + | Release Date: 1/08/2019 Feminism is not a done deal! What is feminism? Why does it still matter? What exactly does intersectionality mean? In order to answer these (and many other) questions, I Am a Feminist first examines the history of feminism and then addresses the issues girls and women continue to face today. The book also looks at the ways in which people, especially young people, are working together to create a world where gender equality is a reality, not a dream. The author shares stories about the courageous individuals who have made a difference in the lives of women and girls worldwide. From suffragists to the #MeToo movement, I Am a Feminist encourages readers to stand up and speak out for equality and justice.

Get Informed-Stay Informed Author: Various Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 10 to 14 years

RRP: $16.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 48) Release Date: 2019

The Get Informed—Stay Informed series is designed to empower young people to become knowledgeable, active citizens by engaging with current issues shaping the world today. Each title arms readers with a critical overview of an issue, providing accessible entry points to grasp essential background context, and explains related vocabulary to help readers understand the causes and possible outcomes. Issues are examined from multiple perspectives, and consider local, national, and global connections. In addition, readers will be equipped with tangible, take-away strategies and tools to help them stay informed about ongoing developments. Includes Teacher’s Guide.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Oil and Pipelines

978-0778753483

Gun Violence

978-0778753469

Immigration and Refugees

978-0778753476

Digital Data Security

978-0778753452

Climate Change

978-0778749707

#MeToo Movement

978-0778749714

Net Neutrality

978-0778749721

Opioid Crisis

978-0778749738

TERMS & CONDITIONS Discounts for orders received by 9pm AEST on FRIDAY 20th March, 2020 will be 17.5% off the RRP unless otherwise specified (after end date standard member discount of 10% applies). Stocks are limited on some titles and delays may be experienced. These titles have not been reviewed and are firm sale only. Prices are subject to change.

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HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES Community Helpers Tools of the Trade RRP: $14.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Series Release Date: 01/09/2019

Author: Laura Hamilton Waxman Publisher: Lerner Publishing Age: 3 to 7 years

Teach emergent readers all about the tools that allow community helpers to get the job done. A fun, kid-friendly approach to a topic with strong curricular connections is sure to excite young readers.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Dentist Tools

978-1541573499

Construction Worker Tools

978-1541573482

Doctor Tools

978-1541573505

Police Officer

978-1541573543

Nurse Tools

978-1541573536

Teacher Tools

978-1541573550

Firefighter Tools

978-1541573512

Librarian Tools

9781541573529

Bumba Books™ — Places We Go RRP: $14.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Series Release Date: 1/08/2017

Author: Rosalyn Clark Publisher: LernerClassroom Age: 4 to 7 years

What are the important places that make up a community? Explore the fire station, the library, the zoo, and many more fun places, through carefully leveled text and vivid pictures. The helpful photo glossary and age-appropriate critical thinking questions offer excellent tools for all young readers learning to read nonfiction.

Title

ISBN

A Visit to the Fire Station

978-1512455618

A Visit to the Library

978-1512455625

A Visit to the Museum

978-1512455632

A Visit to the Nature Center 978-1512455649 A Visit to the Orchard

978-1512455656

A Visit to the Zoo

978-1512455663

Your Start Up Starts Now Author: Various Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 10 to 15 years

RRP: $16.95 ea Format: Paperback (papes: 48) Release Date: 01/02/2017

Explores the traits, skills, and values associated with achieving success in the world of entrepreneurship. Supporting entrepreneurship literacy and economics standards, each title focuses on a particular field of entrepreneurship and outlines key phases involved in the process of starting up a business, including industry and market research, developing a business plan, finding funding sources, marketing, building brand identity, and creating plans for growth. Discussion prompts, motivating questions, quizzes, and suggestions for further learning make the content engaging and meaningful to readers.

TITLE (WHAT IS ...)

ISBN

TITLE (WHAT IS ...)

Entrepreneurship

978-0778727668 Social Entrepreneurship

978-0778727651

Digital Entrepreneurship

978-0778727637

978-0778727644

Environmental Entrepreneurship

ISBN

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HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES Science and Technology Start-Up Stars Author: Various Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 10 to 14 years

RRP: $15.95 ea Format: Paperback (papes: 32) Series Release Date: 01/04/2018

This inspiring series looks at innovative entrepreneurs in fields related to science and technology. These risk takers and problem solvers have created business enterprises that provide high-tech goods and services. Through case studies, highly engaging photographs, and well-crafted text, readers will learn about real entrepreneurs and their innovations, and how they built their business ventures. A learner-centered research project in each title encourages readers to use the principles of entrepreneurship to come up with their own idea for a potential high-tech start-up.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Engineering Entrepreneurs

978-0778744252

Medical Entrepreneurs

978-0778744344

Space Entrepreneurs

978-0778744368 Military Entrepreneurs

978-0778744351

Energy Entrepreneurs

978-0778744245

978-0778744269

Industry Entrepreneurs

Fuelling Your Future: Above and Beyond with ...

Author: Various Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 11 to 15 years

RRP: $19.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 48) Series Release Date: 2017

Recent research demonstrates that a focus on creativity, critical thinking, communication, and collaboration is essential for preparing young people for the future. This innovative series gives readers the tools to not only build these essential skills but to apply them to all situations so they become habits. Each title concentrates on one skill and helps readers build up their abilities. They will learn the important benefits of each skill, how each is relevant to all subjects and areas of learning, and how each skill will continue to be relevant throughout their lives, at work and personally.

TITLE

DESCRIPTION

Communication 978-0778728443

Explore the differences between various forms of communication such as active listening, written, oral, nonverbal, and digital communication. Readers will learn about potential communication roadblocks and strategies to overcome them. With motivating activities and challenges, facts and statistics.

Collaboration 978-0778728436

The ability to work with diverse individuals across diverse platforms in our online world is essential in the 21st century. This title explores the skills and practices needed to be a successful collaborator in any situation covering topics such as establishing responsibilities, engineering plans, and becoming socially aware. With a focus on college and career readiness, the title encourages readers to be group members who use active listening, respect, self-direction, and focus to understand diverse perspectives and come to achieve common goals.

Creativity and Innovation 978-0778728450

This dynamic title provides a comprehensive look at creative processes in a variety of settings. Readers are introduced to various brainstorming techniques and will learn different approaches to help refine and evaluate their ideas. Real-world examples, motivating challenges, and case studies broaden readers’ understanding of this key skill set.

Explore the ways that critical thinking can be applied to problem solving in school, Critical Thinking and work, and social settings. Real-world examples and opportunities for hands-on practice Problem Solving support readers as they learn how to frame, analyse, and synthesize information.

978-0778728467 Readers are also encouraged to ask questions to clarify points of view, and apply other core skills essential to making complex choices and determining sound solutions.

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HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES Beginner Biography (LOOK! Books ™) RRP: $12.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages:24 ) Series Release Date: 1/03/2020

Author: Jeri Cipriano Publisher: Red Chair Press Age:4 to 7 years

Do you have a favorite role model? Your role model may be a parent, grandparent, or sibling. Some people who do things that make life better for others can be a role model. And some people are role models because they show us how to overcome challenges. Beginner Biography takes a look at great role models throughout history.

Title

ISBN

Title

ISBN

Sojourner Truth

978-1634409940

Elizabeth Cady Stanton 978-1634409889

Ruby Bridges

978-1634409643

Wilma Rudolph

978-1634409766

Gateway Biographies

RRP: $16.95 ea Author: Various | Publisher: Lerner Publications Release Date: 2019 | Format: Paperback (pages: 48) Discover the human side of key newsworthy and historical figures.

Each biography in this easy-reading series is peppered with quotes and childhood stories, accounts of successes and failures, and descriptions of the inspirational sources and experiences that influenced the person’s achievements. Detailed timelines and indexes make these valuable reference resources.

Title

ISBN

Title

ISBN

Anne Frank

978-1541574304

Dalai Lama

978-1541574328

Colin Kaepernick

978-1541574311

Lin-Manuel Miranda 978-1541574335

Jennifer Lawrence

978-0761386650

Alexander Hamilton 978-1541588868

John Green

978-1467775717

Nancy Pelosi

978-1541588899

Frida Kahlo

978-1541588882

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez 978-1541588875

Albert Einstein

978-1541588851

Queen Elizabeth II

978-1541588905

Cloverleaf Books ™ — Alike and Different Author: Various Publisher: Millbrook Press Age: 4 to 7 years

RRP: $14.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Series Release Date: 2015

Explore the ways in which people and cultures are similar and how they’re unique in the Alike and Different series, part of the Cloverleaf Books™ collection. Diverse young narrators explore similarities and differences among people and cultures by comparing and contrasting their own lives to their friends’ and neighbours’ lives. Kid-friendly text and appealing illustrations make these informational fiction books fun.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

My Clothes Your Clothes

978-1467760300

My Home Your Home

9781467760324

My Family Your Family

978-1467760294

My Language Your Language 9781467760348

My Food Your Food

978-1467760317

My Religion Your Religion

9781467760331

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HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES Leaving My Homeland: A Refugee’s Journey from ...

RRP: $14.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Release Date: 1/04/2018

Author: Various Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 8 to 12 years

Supporting the C3 Framework for Social Studies, this important series is a timely examination of refugee crises around the world. Leaving My Homeland offers sensitive narratives of refugee experiences, drawn from and inspired by the accounts of many refugees. Written from a child’s perspective, each title follows the story of one child and his or her family. Clear, simple text explains the reasons why people must flee their homelands, what it means to be a refugee, and the challenges faced by refugees around the world. Statistics, maps, information about each country and its conflict, and striking images help reinforce the content, and sidebars detailing the United Nations rights of children encourage critical thinking about worldwide responsibilities to help refugees.

A REFUGEE’S JOURNEY FROM...

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Afghanistan

978-0778731290

El Salvador

978-0778746911

Myanmar

978-0778736813

Guatemala

978-0778736790

Eritrea

978-0778746973

Somalia

978-0778736981

Iraq

978-0778731573

Iran

978-0778746980

South Sudan

978-0778736998

Syria

978-0778731849

Nigeria

978-0778746997

Yemen

978-0778737001

Colombia

978-0778736783

Ukraine

978-0778747000

Bhutan

978-0778746904

DR of Congo

978-0778731566

Leaving My Homeland - After the Journey Author: Various Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 8 to 12 years

RRP: $14.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 1/01/2019

A refugee’s journey does not end after they escape conflict, persecution, and displacement in their home country. Adjusting to their lives in their new homes—whether temporary or permanent—is a new journey. Continuing the stories of six fictional refugees featured in the award-winning Leaving My Homeland series, After the Journey is a thoughtful and important look at how refugee children and their families face and overcome challenges after fleeing their homelands.

Each fictional story is interwoven with accessible, nonfiction text, which updates readers on the current conflict in that country and ways in which new countries offer support to newcomers. Discussion prompts at the end of each book support understanding and encourage critical thinking. Includes Teacher’s Guide.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

My New Home After Iraq

978-0778749882

Returning to Afghanistan

978-0778749912

My New Home After Syria

978-0778749899

Returning to Guatemala

978-0778749998

My New Home After Yemen

978-0778749905

Returning to Colombia

978-0778764984

My New Home After Iran

978-0778765011

Hoping For a Home After El Salvador 978-0778765004

My New Home After Somalia

978-0778765035

Hoping for a Home After Nigeria

978-0778765028

My New Home After ... Congo

978-0778764991

Hoping for a Home After Myanmar

978-0778749875

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HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES The Human Path Across the Continents RRP: $14.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 1/02/2020

Author: Various Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 9 to 14+ years

This innovative and creative series gives readers an understanding of the connection between humans and their environments by examining various travel routes and modes of transportation across the continents. Each book studies human and physical geography giving examples of how the varied ways that people travel in different cities and countries suits their physical environments. Along the way, readers will also learn about the varied cultures and economies in our global community. Free downloadable Teacher’s Guide available.

Pathways Through...

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Australia

9780778766476

North America

9780778766490

Africa

9780778766445

Asia

9780778766469

Antarctica

9780778766452

South America

9780778766506

Europe

9780778766483

Ancient Worlds Inside Out Author: Various Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 8 to 12 years

RRP: $15.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 2017

This important series explores the culture and achievements of ancient civilisations through the examination of artifacts that have survived through the centuries. Each primary-source artifact offers the reader significant clues to the civilisation’s technologies, cultural traditions, foods, and conflicts.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Ancient China Inside Out

978-0778728757

Ancient Maya Inside Out

978-0778728924

Ancient Egypt Inside Out

978-0778728887

Ancient Rome Inside Out

978-0778728962

Ancient Greece Inside Out

978-0778728900

Ancient Mesopotamia Inside Out

978-0778728948

Underground Worlds Author: Natalie Hyde Publisher: Crabtree Age: 8 to 10 years

RRP: $14.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 1/05/2019

From the formation of caves and volcanoes to subways and sewerage systems, Underground Worlds is a series that explores the world beneath the surface such as an underground mining town, the history of underground transport systems and a hidden wall to an ancient city beneath a man’s house. Detailed cutaway illustrations, compelling photographs and fun facts make each book an enjoyable read.

TITLE

ISBN

Ancient Underground Structures

978-0778761280

Underground Cities

978-0778761624

Earth’s Underground Structures

978-0778761297

Underground Homes

978-0778761648

Underground Transportation Systems

978-0778761655

U/ground City Systems

978-0778761631

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HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES Searchlight Books™ — What Can We Learn from Early Civilizations?

Author: Matt Doeden Publisher: Lerner Publications Age: 8 to 12 years

RRP: $16.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 40) Series Release Date: 2014

Readers will discover where the civilizations were located, what daily life was like for people of these groups, what cultural activities they engaged in, and what became of the civilizations.

TITLE Tools and Treasures of...

ISBN

TITLE Tools and Treasures of...

ISBN

Ancient Egypt:

978-1467723817

Ancient Rome

978-1467723855

Ancient Greece

978-1467723824

Ancient China

978-1467723800

Ancient Mesopotamia

978-1467723848

Ancient Maya

978-1467723831

Travel With the Great Explorers Author: Various Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 8 to 11 years

RRP: $16.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 2014 to 2018

This fascinating series follows the travels of various famous explorers.

Historical information and high-interest fact boxes are presented in an entertaining tabloid style that guides readers through major voyages, explorations, and discoveries, as well as the legacy of their adventures.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Christopher Columbus

978-0778712572

Samuel de Champlain

978-0778712602

John Franklin

978-0778717072

Hernando de Soto

978-0778728535

Ferdinand Magellan

978-0778714316

Sieur De La Salle

978-0778714361

Lewis and Clark

978-0778712596

Jacques Cartier

978-0778714323

Giovanni da Verrazzano

978-0778739289

Sir Walter Raleigh

978-0778739388

Marquette and Jolliet

978-0778728542

James Cook - Pacific

978-0778717058

Mary Kingsley

978-0778739265

Henry Hudson

978-0778712589

Francisco Vazquez Coronado 978-0778728511

Vasco Nunez de Balboa 978-0778739272

Destination Middle Ages Author: Various Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 10 to 14 years

RRP: $16.95 ea Format: Paperback (papes: 32) Series Release Date: 01/06/2017

Destination: Middle Ages takes readers on an entertaining journey through the day-to-day life of the Medieval world. Young readers will be guided through Medieval society and see what life was like for monarchs, knights, and peasants, and how life inside a castle differed from life in a village. Historic information includes significant battles, the great literature, art, and inventions of the day, and the heroic men and women who made their marks on the battlefield, in the halls of power, or in rebellion. The influence of religion and the roles of trade and commerce are also examined.

TITLE Your Guide to...

ISBN

TITLE Your Guide to...

ISBN

Trade in the Middle Ages

978-0778730521

Knights and the Age of Chivalry

978-0778729983

Castles and Medieval Warfare

978-0778730002

The Arts in the Middle Ages

978-0778730026

The Islamic Golden Age

978-0778729990

Medieval Society

978-0778729976

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HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES Australia Year by Year Author: Victoria Macleay RRP: $19.95 ea Publisher: Trocadero Publishing Format: Paperback (pages: 48) Age: 9 to 13 years This series covers all the major events from the arrival at Botany Bay through to the political development of the colonies, establishment of substantial infrastructure and battle to end convict transportation.

TITLE

RELEASE DATE

ISBN

1788 to 1809: From First Fleet to Rum Rebellion

1/04/2012

978-0864271136

1810 to 1845: From the Macquarie Era to Ending Transportation

1/07/2012

978-0864271228

Australian Timelines Author: Various Publisher: Trocadero Publishing Age: 9 to 14 years

RRP: $19.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32-48)

Each book in this series extensively explores a time in modern Australia’s history that changed and shaped it into the nation we live in now.

TITLE

RELEASE DATE

ISBN

The Industrial Revolution and its Impact on Australia

1/04/2013

978-0864271327

Bushrangers: The Story of Australia’s Wild Colonial Boys

1/01/2013

978-0864271402

Australia at the Time of Federation

1/01/2013

978-0864271303

The States: Their Place In Federal Australia

1/10/2012

978-0864271174

Convicts: The Story of the Penal Settlements that Created Australia

1/05/2012

978-0864271211

The Commonwealth of Australia: Evolving Into A Nation

1/04/2012

978-0864271167

Gold: The Precious Metal that Brought Wealth and Long-Term Prosperity

1/04/2012

978-0864271198

Exploration and Settlement in Colonial Australia

1/09/2011

978-0864271099

The Constitution: The Document That Created The Nation

1/08/2011

978-0864271075

Immigration Since 1788: The Making of Modern Australia

1/01/2011

978-0864271037

The Governors 1788-1855 and How They Influenced Modern Australia

1/01/2011

978-0864271013

Defending Australia Author: Various RRP: $19.95 ea Publisher: Trocadero Publishing Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Age: 11 to 14 years These books define Australia’s military past and its effect on Australian society, from the national unity of the Anzac Spirit to the wars that changed our history forever.

TITLE

RELEASE DATE

ISBN

The Cold War: Australia in Korea, Malaya and Vietnam

1/07/2012

978-0864271181

World War I: The Australian Experience

1/10/2012

978-0864271280

World War II: The Australian Experience

1/01/2012

978-0864271143

The Anzac Spirit: Australia’s Military Legen

1/04/2013

978-0864271372

The War in Vietnam: From Beginning to End

1/07/2015

978-0864271518

The War in Vietnam: Its Impact on Australian Society

1/07/2015

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HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES The National Identity Author: Various RRP: $19.95 ea Publisher: Trocadero Publishing Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Age: 11 to 14 years Here are the origins of all Australians – those who immigrated to this continent, contributed to our history and gave modern Australia the character that makes it unique.

TITLE

RELEASE DATE

ISBN

Immigrants Who Changed Australia … Since 1901

1/01/2013

978-0864271259

Populate or Perish: Immigration Since 1945

1/07/2014

978-0864271501

Australian Origins: Afghanistan to Italy (Volume 1)

1/08/2012

978-0864271266

Australian Origins: Japan to Zimbabwe (Volume 2)

1/08/2012

978-0864271273

Women Who Made Australian History

1/03/2014

978-0864271464

Faiths, Religions & Beliefs in Modern Australia

1/09/2011

978-0864271105

Geography RRP: $19.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32)

Author: Various Publisher: Trocadero Publishing Age: 10 to 14 years

Addressing the problems of landscape degradation and natural disasters that impact everyday life in Australia, this series explores our responses, solutions and management of these occurrences.

TITLE

RELEASE DATE

ISBN

Why People Live Where They Do

1/07/2016

978-0864271570

Natural Disasters: Their Impact and How We Can Respond

1/04/2016

978-0864271556

Landscape Degradation: How Australia is Changing

1/07/2016

978-0864271587

Water: Our Most Important Resource

1/04/2016

978-0864271563

Asia-Pacific Timelines Author: Various RRP: $19.95 ea Publisher: Trocadero Publishing Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Age: 11 to 14 years From the ancient times of kingdoms, dynasties and colonial eras to independence and beyond, these books chronicle the rise and fall, cultures, economies, histories, religions and environments of Australia’s neighbours, including our relationships with them.

TITLE

RELEASE DATE

ISBN

Peoples of the Pacific and Their Origins

1/12/2014

978-0864271495

European Colonialism in the Asia-Pacific: Its Rise and Fall

1/05/2011

978-0864271068

Shogunate Japan: 800 Years of Military Control and Its Influence on the Modern Nation

1/01/2013

978-0864271426

Imperial China: Six Centuries of All-Powerful Dynasties

1/03/2014

978-0864271457

Australia’s Pacific Neighbours

1/01/2013

978-0864271297

Australia’s Asian Neighbours

1/01/2013

978-0864271310

China: The Story of a Nation … and Its Relationship with Australia

1/03/2011

978-0864271020

India: The Story of a Nation … and Its Relationship with Australia

1/04/2013

978-0864271358

Indonesia: The Story of a Nation … and Its Relationship with Australia 1/09/2013

978-0864271433

Japan: The Story of a Nation … and Its Relationship with Australia

978-0864271150

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1/04/2012

HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES Democracy and the Australian Government Author: Peter Turner Publisher: Redback Publishing Age: 9 to 14+ years

RRP: $29.99 ea Format: Hardback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 1/09/2019

Taking a fresh new approach to the subject of how Australian society is structured and governed, this series explains some of the key roles in Australian civic life, from that of ordinary citizens to those of Members of Parliament, the Prime Minister and Governor-General. The titles explain the rights, responsibilities and privileges of individuals in each social position, and the relationships that exist between the Prime Minister, the Governor-General, Members of Parliament and private citizens. An excellent resource for civic studies, the series provides a comprehensive introduction to the law-making process, and insight into how the government and wider Australian society function.

TITLE

ISBN

The Citizens Who Vote

978-1925860405

Why Do We Have a Governor-General?

978-1925860412

Elected to Parliament

978-1925860429

All the Prime Ministers of Australia

978-1925860436

Fantastic Facts About: Australia’s...

Author: Frances Payne Publisher: Redback Publishing Age: 8+ years

RRP: $26.99 ea Format: Hardback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 1/03/2020

How much do you really know about Australia? Did you know that the whole continent is on the move, or that Aussies were the first to use penicillin? Dip in anywhere throughout this series to find masses of mini articles on everything you could want to know about Australia.

TITLE Fantastic Facts About: Australia’s... ISBN Amazing Inventions

978-1922322029

Extraordinary Animals

978-1922322036

Intriguing Past

978-1922322043

Remarkable Places

978-1922322050

Ancient Australia Unearthed RRP: $39.95 ISBN: 978-0980594737 | Author: Alethea Kinsela Publisher: Plainspeak Publishing | Format: Paperback (pages: 90) Age: 12 years + Ancient Australia Unearthed draws on archaeology to map 50,000 years of Australia’s ancient past. It traces the evidence that is etched into the skin of this country to unearth the rich and complex history of this unique island continent.

This text collates and presents existing research and available resources in a way that will assist teachers and students with the Australian Curriculum depth study unit ‘Ancient Australia’. It may also have a broader appeal for anyone wishing to gain an understanding of Australian Indigenous archaeology. bookcurator.com.au | 37

HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION Food Field Trips Author: Jill Colella Publisher: Lerner Publications Age: 4 to 7 years

RRP: $14.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Series Release Date: 1/3/2020

Take readers on fun food adventures that feature a variety of foods from apples to cookies. Kids will explore food literacy concepts, including where a food comes from, its nutritional value, and how it is prepared. Readers also learn by playing with their food through simple recipes and experiments. Hungry for more? Page Plus QR codes link to a digital landing page showing detailed steps, photos and videos that will help young eaters discover everyday food science.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Let’s Explore Apples!

978-1541587410

Let’s Explore Honey!

978-1541587441

Let’s Explore Bread!

978-1541587427

Let’s Explore Pumpkins!

978-1541587458

Let’s Explore Cookies!

978-1541587434

Let’s Explore Strawberries!

978-1541587465

Bumba Books ™ — Nutrition Matters Author: Beth Bence Reinke, MS, RD RRP: $14.95 ea Publisher: LernerClassroom Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Age: 4 to 7 years Series Release Date: 1/2/2019 Leveled text and colourful photographs help early readers explore nutrition and the importance of healthy eating. Ageappropriate critical thinking questions and a photo glossary help children learn about forming nutritious eating habits.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Following Special Diets

978-1541526792

Why We Eat Fruits

978-1541526839

Healthy Eating Habits

978-1541526808

Why We Eat Grains

978-1541526846

Healthy Foods around the World

978-1541526815

Why We Eat Protein

978-1541526853

Why We Eat Dairy

978-1541526822

Why We Eat Vegetables

978-1541526860

Let’s Move Author: Marko Galjasevic & Deborah Wood Publisher: Red Chair Press Pages: 32 Age: 6 to 10 years Series Release Date: 1/02/2019 Kids know exercise is good for them. But they might not know that there are different kinds of exercise. Each helps the body in different ways. These books provide step-by-step guides for safe exercise.

TITLE Power Down: Yoga for Flexible Mind and Body

HARDBACK $34.95 978-1634404105

PAPERBACK $8.95 978-1634404129

Power Up: Exercise for Playing Stronger and Running Longer 978-1634404099 978-1634404112

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HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION Be Your Best Self: Building Social-Emotional Skills Author: Various Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 8 to 12 years

RRP: $14.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages:32 ) Series Release Date: 1/2/2020

Be Your Best Self: Building Social-Emotional Skills is a motivating series that helps young readers understand and practice social-emotional skills. Each inspiring book features a character-building topic, such as kindness, mindfulness, gratitude, self- and social awareness, diversity and inclusion, and conflict resolution. Using relatable experiences and challenges faced by children in their everyday lives, each book shows how to recognize emotions, cope with stress, and build relationships.

Practical ideas and activities help children focus on positive thinking and behaviour to become the best and happiest “self� they can be.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Be Mindful! Be Here Now

978-0778767107

Kindness is Cool!

978-0778767183

Creating a Happy School Community

978-0778767114

The Power of Gratitude

978-0778767190

Healthy Habits for a Lifetime Author: Rebecca Sjonger Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 5 to 6 years

RRP: $14.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Series Release Date: 01/01/2016

A lifetime of fitness starts with building healthy habits as a child. Children will learn how proper nutrition and exercise benefit their bodies, and simple activities offer easy exercises, healthful snacks, bedtime routines that promote rest, and ways to reduce stress.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

How to Choose Foods Your Body Will Use

978-0778723523 You Need Rest to

On a Mission for Good Nutrition

978-0778718840 Stress Less A Kids Guide

Hop Throw and Play

978-0778723516

978-0778718857

Be Your Best

978-0778718864

to Managing Emotions Do Your Bit to be Physically Fit

978-0778718833

Experience Personal Power Author: Jean C. Lawler Publisher: Red Chair Press Age: 7 to 10 years

Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Series Release Date: 1/2/2019

Experience Personal Power is a four-book series to guide young readers in learning mindfulness skills and building personal power to feel secure and confident with themselves.

TITLE

HARDBACK ($39.95) PAPERBACK ($12.95)

Experience Media: How Your Media Choices Make You Feel

978-1634403764

978-1634403801

Experience Mindfulness: How Quiet-Time Makes You Feel

978-1634403757

978-1634403795

Experience Nature: How Time Outside Makes You Feel

978-1634403733

978-1634403771

Experience Nutrition: How the Food You Eat Makes You Feel

978-1634403740

978-1634403788

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CREATIVE ARTS & MAKER SPACES Makers Make It Work Author: Lisa Harkrader Publisher: Kane Press Age: 5 to 8 years

RRP: $9.95 Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 2019-2020

This series of fun, easy-to-read stories ties into the popular Makers Movement by focusing on problem-solving and handson action. With bright, eye-catching art and explanatory sidebars with additional information on each topic, these books show kids how to use their hands, their heads, their creativity, and their problem-solving skills to overcome all kinds of challenges. Each book also includes an activity for young makers to try themselves.

With the Makers Make It Work series, any kid can be a maker!

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

The Great Pumpkin Smash: Engineering

978-1635922684

How to Grow a Monster: Gardening

978-1635922776

7 Days till Ice Cream: Coding

978-1635922714

Time to Shine!: Solar Energy

978-1635922745

Rocket Rivals: Rockets

978-1635921199

The Color-Day Coach: Baking

978-1575659930

Slime King: Chemistry

978-1635921229

Robot to the Rescue: Robots

978-1575659879

The Broken Bees’ Nest: Beekeeping 978-1635921137

Double or Nothing: 3D Printing

978-1575659893

The Lost and Found Weekend: Sewing

The Runaway Chicken: Woodworking

978-1575659916

978-1635921168

Be A Maker!

Author: Various Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 10 to 15 years +

RRP: $16.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 01/03/2017

The Maker movement celebrates qualities such as ingenuity, problem solving, collaboration, and thinking “outside the box.” The Be a Maker! series embraces these same ideas to inspire new “makers” to explore and experiment with the world around them. Supporting STEAM initiatives and 21st Century skills, each title in this timely series focuses on a field or area of interest, from robotics, graphic design, and animation to game design, music, and fashion. Readers discover how “makers” in the field use their skills, imaginations, and fearless, pioneering attitudes to make breakthrough discoveries and inventions. Each book features several maker projects with step-by-step instructions and photography that guide readers through their own projects. Open-ended critical thinking questions encourage readers to consider how they might improve or customize their work. Be a Maker! inspires young people to explore their passions and make their mark in the world!

TITLE

ISBN

Woodworking 978-0778725855

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Music

978-0778722649

Sports

978-0778728917

978-0778722564

Fashion

978-0778722588 978-0778725817

Printmaking

978-0778729020 Animation

Robotics

978-0778722663

Graphic Design 978-0778722625

Electronics

Games

978-0778722601

Photography

978-0778725848

Designing Spaces 978-0778725800

Designing Communities

978-0778728931

Greening Up Spaces

978-0778728955

Paper Engineering

Exploring Outdoors

978-0778725824

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978-0778725831

CREATIVE ARTS & MAKER SPACES Garfield’s ® Guide to Creating Your Own Comic Strip RRP: $14.95 ISBN: 978-1541574687 | Author: Marco Finnegan Publisher: Lerner Publications | Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Age: 7 to 12 years | Release Date: 1/12/2019 Readers will learn what goes into making a comic strip—from creating characters to adding visual details and lettering—all while enjoying examples from Garfield comic strips and hilarious commentary from Garfield himself.

Art Skills Lab Author: Jane Yates Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 8 to 10 years

RRP: $14.95 Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 1/05/2019

Art Skills Lab is a series of art books and guides that inspire children to unleash their creativity, by introducing budding young artists to a variety of different mediums such as 3D modelling, collage, printmaking and painting as well as mini-bio’s of world-renowned artists. The series aims to install a solid understanding of the fundamentals of design and teach children how to create their own original artworks.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

3-D Art Skills Lab

978-0778752257

Mixed Media Skills Lab

978-0778752356

Collage Skills Lab

978-0778752332

Painting Skills Lab

978-0778752363

Drawing Skills Lab 978-0778752349 Printmaking Skills Lab

978-0778752370

My Makerspace Author: Various Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 8 to 10 years

RRP: $16.95 Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 2017-2018

Designed as an early introduction to the principles of Makerspace, this series shows young readers how to take what they learn about machines and the properties of matter and materials and apply their own ideas and creativity to complete simple projects and challenges. Children are guided through the process so that they will become familiar with the skills required for working in Makerspaces— communication, collaboration, creativity, and problem solving.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Inclined Planes in My Makerspace

978-0778733768

Changing Matter in My Makerspace

978-0778746225

Levers in My Makerspace

978-0778733775

Exploring Materials in My Makerspace

978-0778746232

Pulleys in My Makerspace

978-0778733805

Joining Materials in My Makerspace

978-0778746263

Screws in My Makerspace

978-0778733812

Mixing Materials in My Makerspace

978-0778746256

Wedges in My Makerspace

978-0778733829

Shaping Materials in My Makerspace

978-0778746270

Wheels and Axles in My Makerspace

978-0778733836

Testing Materials in My Makerspace

978-0778746249

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RRP $22.95 each TEACHERS

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Assessment & Learning

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Influencing

Classroom Presence

Listening Skills

Coaching in Schools

Resolving Conflict

Creative Teaching

Storytelling

Differentiation

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QTY

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Teaching Assistant’s

TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT

Teaching Thinking

Facilitator’s

QTY

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Save time and money with these professional development resources, ideal for use as self-development and learning aids, or for training others.

Written using accelerated learning techniques, these books are ideal for continuing professional development.

Learner’s Learning Needs Analysis Teambuilding Activities Trainer’s Transfer of Learning Webinars

Because of their compact size (10.5cm x 14.8cm), Pocketbooks have the advantage of being a very portable resource. Visual content, acronyms, mnemonics and other ‘triggers’ aid memory retention and recall.

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SPORTS Inside the Sport RRP: $14.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 1/09/2019

Author: James Monson Publisher: Lerner Publications Age: 7 to 11 years

Take a behind-the-scenes look at the lives of soccer players, gymnasts, and other athletes in the world’s most popular sports! Readers will see how players—from youth leagues to high-profile pros—prepare for competition.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Baseball

978-1541574342

Football

978-1541574366

Basketball

978-1541574359

Gymnastics

978-1541574373

Hockey

978-1541574380

Soccer

978-1541574397

Sports Coding Concepts Author: Allyssa Loya Publisher: Lerner Publications Age: 9 to 14 years

RRP: $15.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 1/03/2020

Introduce readers to computer coding through no-tech, sports-themed projects. Readers will move a soccer ball by writing an algorithm and use loops to create a winning football play. Sports fans will enjoy learning the basics of coding—with no computer needed! Author (and elementary librarian) Allyssa Loya designed this series to be intimidation-free for both readers and educators.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Sporty Algorithms

978-1541589605

Sporty Bugs and Errors

978-1541589612

Sporty Conditionals

978-1541589629

Sporty Looping

978-1541589636

Bumba Books— Sports Superstars Author: Jon M. Fishman Publisher: Lerner Publications Age: 3 to 7 years

RRP: $14.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Series Release Date: 1/10/2019

Introduce emergent readers to the lives of their favorite sports players!

High-interest topics, eye-catching photos, and accessible text are sure to excite kids as they learn more about notable athletes.

TITLE

ISBN

Soccer Superstar Alex Morgan

978-1541573642

Football Superstar Aaron Rodgers

978-1541573604

Basketball Superstar LeBron James

978-1541573628

Soccer Superstar Lionel Messi

978-1541576742

Pro-Wrestling Superstar John Cena

978-1541573635

Basketball Superstar Kevin Durant

978-1541573611

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SPORTS Sports’ Wildest Upsets Author: Heather Rule Publisher: Lerner Publications Age: 7 to 12 years

RRP: $15.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 1/03/2020

Sports fans will cheer as they learn about the biggest upsets in professional sports. Vivid photos and exciting descriptions let readers experience some of the most electrifying moments in sports history, including underdog victories, last-minute fumbles, and amazing comebacks.

TITLE

ISBN

Olympic Games Upsets

978-1541589643

Pro Baseball Upsets

978-1541589650

Pro Hockey Upsets

978-1541589681

Pro Basketball Upsets

978-1541589667

Pro Football Upsets

978-1541589674

Pro Soccer Upsets

978-1541589698

Sports’ Greatest of All Time Author: Various Publisher: Lerner Publications Age: 7 to 12 years

RRP: $16.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 1/11/2019

Discover the greatest athletes across the world’s most popular sports in a fun, top-ten format! Packed with color photos, exciting stats, and thrilling action, each book is sure to appeal to sports fans.

TITLE

ISBN

Soccer’s G.O.A.T.

978-1541574458

Basketball’s G.O.A.T.

978-1541574427

Auto Racing’s G.O.A.T.

978-1541574403

Baseball’s G.O.A.T.

978-1541574410

Football’s G.O.A.T.

978-1541574434

Hockey’s G.O.A.T.

978-1541574441

Extreme Speed Author: Various Publisher: Lerner Publications Age: 7 to 12 years

RRP: $15.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 1/03/2020

Start your engines and see what it takes to win in racing sports—from motorcycle racing to Formula 1. Each adrenaline-fueled title describes what it’s like on the track, what speeds the racers reach, how much racers win, who the top drivers are, and more.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Superfast Drag Racing

978-1541587359

Superfast Motorcycle Racing

978-1541587380

Superfast Indy Car Racing

978-1541587373

Superfast Stock Car Racing

978-1541587403

Superfast Formula 1 Racing

978-1541587366

Superfast Rally Car Racing

978-1541587397

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GENERAL INTEREST Lightning Bolt Books — Who’s a Good Dog? Author: Sarah Frank Publisher: Lerner Publications Age: 6 to 9 years

RRP: $14.95 Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Series Release Date: 1/08/2019

Animal lovers will adore learning about some of the world’s most popular dogs with this high-interest series. Appealing and informative titles cover physical traits, behavior, and how to care for these furry friends.

Title

ISBN

Title

ISBN

German Shepherds

978-1541545830

Pembroke Welsh Corgis

978-1541545861

Golden Retrievers

978-1541545847

Pugs

978-1541545878

Labrador Retrievers

978-1541545854

Yorkshire Terriers

978-1541545885

Beagles

978-1541574625

Bulldogs

978-1541574649

Boxers

978-1541574632

Chihuahuas

978-1541574656

Pit Bulls

978-1541574663

Dachshunds

978-1541574670

Model-Making Mindset Author: David Jefferis Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Age: 9 to 14 years

RRP: $15.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 1/01/2019

This modern presentation of a popular past-time reveals that model makers are creative problem-solvers, who use their skills and knowledge to build something, rather than just buy it ready-made.

High-interest topics with photos of real models combine with expert tips on cementing, painting, sanding, scoring, and shaping materials.

Clear instructions emphasize building fine-motor skills, patience, concentration, and perseverance. Readers are encouraged to build their proficiency over time to work their way up to advanced models. A special section shares the fun and fascination of joining a club with other enthusiasts and highlights which careers these kinds of skills could lead to.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Flying Models

978-0778750192

Model Trains

978-0778750215

Miniature Figures

978-0778750208

Scale Models

978-0778750291

Lightning Bolt Books — Awesome Rides Author: Jon M. Fishman RRP: $14.95 Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Age: 6 to 8 years Series Release Date: 1/052019 This series will introduce primary grades readers to different kinds of awesome cars—a high-interest topic that has plenty of kid appeal. Learn about the history of each type of car and how they’re used, and take a peek under the hood at the technology and engineering that make them go! With colourful, captivating photos and clear, lively text, each book covers a different type of car.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Cool Classic Cars

978-1541527522

Cool Pickup Trucks

978-1541527560

Cool Drag Racing Cars

978-1541527539

Cool Self-Driving Cars

978-1541527577

Cool Indy Cars

978-1541527546

Cool Sports Cars

978-1541527584

Cool Muscle Cars

978-1541527553

Cool Stock Cars

978-1541527591

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GENERAL INTEREST Where’s My Stuff? (2nd Edition) RRP: $24.95 ISBN: 978-1541578951 | Author: Samantha Martin, Lesley Martin Publisher: Zest Books | Format: Paperback (pages: 120) Age: 12 years + | Release Date: 1/03/2020 A comprehensive guide for young adults on how to organize school work, lockers, bedrooms, and even schedules. Take a quiz to identify your organizing style and get great advice about making decisions, purging closets, and creating the perfect space to relax, work, and store belongings. With fun and useful illustrations, easyto-follow charts, and ample doses of humor, Where’s My Stuff? is an incredible asset for anyone who wants to get it together and keep it together, for good.

Written in collaboration with professional teen organizer Lesley Martin.

Bumba Books® — Real-Life Royalty Author: Karen Latchana Kenney Publisher: Lerner Publications Age: 4 to 7 years

RRP: $14.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Series Release Date: 1/10/2019

Do real kings wear crowns and robes? What do real princesses do for their countries? Engage readers with the fabulous lives of royalty from around the world. The high-interest topic is enhanced with kid-friendly text and age-appropriate critical thinking questions.

TITLE

ISBN

Real-Life Princes

978-1541573574

Real-Life Princesses

978-1541573581

Real-Life Queens

978-1541573598

Real-Life Kings

978-1541573567

Searchlight Books™ — Fear Fest Author: Various Publisher: LernerClassroom Age: 8 to 11 years

RRP: $16.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 32) Series Release Date: 1/08/2017

Uncover mysterious phenomena and all things scary, from ESP and haunted houses to ancient curses and UFOs. Playful text embraces a creepy tone while delivering information that is solidly nonfiction. Ageappropriate visuals add to the spooky fun, while sidebars separate chilling myths from the sometimes equally chilling facts.

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TITLE

ISBN

Eerie ESP

978-1512456042

Frightful Ghost Ships

978-1512456059

Chilling Ancient Curses

978-1512456035

Spooky Haunted Houses

978-1512456080

Mysterious UFOs and Aliens

978-1512456066

Spine-Tingling Urban Legends

978-1512456073

GENERAL INTEREST Lightning Bolt Books® — Ninja Mania RRP: $14.95 ea Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Series Release Date: 1/03/2020

Author: Various Publisher: Lerner Publications Age: 6 to 9 years

Dive into the exciting and mysterious world of the ninja in this actionpacked series! Explore the history behind well-known ninja myths, from the weapons they used to their training methods. Readers will also discover the fun ways that ninja relate to the modern age.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

Ninja Weapons

978-1541589179

Ninja Competitions

978-1541589162

Real-Life Ninja

978-1541589186

Train Like a Ninja

978-1541589193

Hack Your Cupboard RRP: $33.95 ISBN: 978-1942186076 | Author: Alyssa Wiegand, Carla Carreon Publisher: Zest Books | Format: Paperback (pages: 168) Age: 12 years + | Release Date: 1/11/2019 It’s not always easy to try out a new recipe, but sticking to what you know and love can get pretty boring. Hack Your Cupboard provides age-specific guidance to help you move on to more ambitious meals. This makes it the perfect book to take from the family pantry to a dorm room fridge, a first apartment, and beyond.

With dozens of photographs as well as dream dinners for every skill level, this is the cookbook for anyone who wants to break out of a kitchen rut without breaking too much of a sweat.

Lightning Bolt Books® — Military Machines Author: Various Publisher: Lerner Publications Age: 6 to 8 years

RRP: $14.95 Format: Paperback (pages: 24) Series Release Date: 1/052019

How do airplanes land on a ship? How fast can fighter jets fly? Readers will love learning about popular military machines. Lively and informative text describes the vehicles’ parts, history, and the machines in action.

TITLE

ISBN

TITLE

ISBN

How Aircraft Carriers Work

978-1541574540

How Fighter Jets Work

978-1541574564

How Drones Work

978-1541574557

How Military Helicopters Work 978-1541574571

How Submarines Work

978-1541574588

How Tanks Work

978-1541574595

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