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1) Tiger Woods
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
Tiger Woods persistence, winning attitude, and passion for golf have helped make him one of the top golfers of all time. Readers will learn how Tiger uses his fame and fortune to help young people reach their full potential.
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
[2014]
Lexile measure
1010L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color), color map.
Language
English
Description
The American bison was hunted to near extinction in the 1800s as settlers moved west across what is now the United States. Readers will learn about this animal that is a symbol of the American West and find out what steps were taken to help increase the American bison population.
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Pub
Pub. Date
c2008
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 p.) : col. ill., col. map ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Which athletic shoe is right for you? Readers will learn about the materials that go into athletic shoes and how athletic shoes are produced and sold to millions of people all around the world.
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Pub
Pub. Date
c2008
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 p.) : col. ill. ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
There are many opportunities for people to make a difference, such as delivering meals to the elderly or volunteering with United Way or the Red Cross. This book encourages people to help out where they can.
5) Bicycles
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Pub
Pub. Date
c2008
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 p.) : ill. (chiefly col.), col. map ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
It may be hard to believe in a world full of automobiles, but bicycles are still a favorite means of transportation for many people around the world. This book introduces readers to the history of bicycles and the economics of manufacturing them.
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Pub
Pub. Date
c2008
Physical Desc
1 online resource (48 p.) : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Discover how entrepreneur Bill Gates created Microsoft and amassed a fortune as a leader in the computer industry and then partnered with his wife Melinda Gates to found the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Readers will learn about their lives and their mission is to enhance healthcare and reduce extreme poverty around the world.
7) Bio-fuels
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Pub
Pub. Date
c2008
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 p.) : ill. (some col.) ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
We currently rely on nonrenewable sources, such as oil, for most of our fuel. Scientists are working on new fuels from crops and other materials to help ease future dependence on nonrenewable resources.
8) Bono
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
[2014]
Physical Desc
1 online resource (48 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color).
Language
English
Description
Bono and the band U2 have delighted audiences worldwide for more than 20 years. Readers will learn about Bono's rise to pop stardom and how he continues to use his talent and charisma to help third world countries fight diseases such as AIDS and Malaria.
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Pub
Pub. Date
c2008
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 p.) : col. ill. ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Readers will learn that a good breakfast is essential to good health. Healthy breakfast options are discussed along with ways to use real world math to make smarter choices for breakfast!
10) Cell Phones
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Pub
Pub. Date
c2008
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 p.) : ill. (chiefly col.), col. map ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Alexander Graham Bell couldn't possibly have imagined that one day people the world over would be able to call someone on telephone smaller than the palms of their hands. Readers will discover how cell phone technology has emerged as a global phenomenon, connecting people all over the world to one another.
11) Colas
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Pub
Pub. Date
c2008
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 p.) : ill. (chiefly col.), col. maps ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Did you know that popular cola drinks are bottled, produced, and sold in countries all over the world? Readers will be introduced to the history of cola drinks and learn how American cola companies produce their soft drinks and sell them worldwide.
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Pub
Pub. Date
c2008
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 p.) : col. ill. ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
From adjusting recipes to measuring ingredients, cooks use math skills every day. Readers will discover how preparing healthy meals for themselves and their families can be fun and practical way to use math!
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Pub
Pub. Date
c2008
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 p.) : ill. (some col.) ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Examines the development of democracy and the structure of the U.S. government. Describes the responsibilities of the president, the Congress, and the Supreme Court.
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
[2008]
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 pages) : color illustrations ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
A family dinner is a great way to reconnect with family members at the end of the day. Readers will learn how to make family dinnertime special and find out that math skills are essential to cooking healthy, nutritious meals.
15) Ellen Ochoa
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
[2014]
Physical Desc
1 online resource (48 pages) : color illustrations.
Language
English
Description
Ellen Ochoa's has a passion for engineering, space, and science. Readers will find out how Ochoa used this passion to earn a doctorate from Stanford and become the first Hispanic American female in space. Learn how she uses this passion to inspire students of all ages to work hard in school and follow their dreams.
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
[2008]
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 pages) : color illustrations.
Language
English
Description
You probably know that gardening is a great way to get in touch with nature. Did you know that is also a great way to sharpen your real world math skills? Whether you're measuring plant growth or figuring out where to plant each kind of flower or vegetable, gardening can be both fun and challenging.
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
[2015]
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 pages) : color illustrations.
Language
English
Description
The small golden lion tamarin is known for its brownish-red mane, long tail, and territorial nature. Readers will learn about these creatures and how destruction of their coastal forest habitat almost led to their extinction. Find out how zoos and conservationists have collaborated to save the golden lion tamarin.
20) Gray Wolf
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Pub
Pub. Date
c2008
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 p.) : col. ill., col. map ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
At one time, the howling of gray wolves was a common sound throughout North America. Readers will learn more about these pack animals and what brought them to the edge of extinction. They will also find out more about the steps that have been taken to reintroduce gray wolves to the territories where they once roamed freely.