Tamra Orr
1) Florida
Author
Language
English
Description
Located in the far southeastern corner of the United States, Florida is a popular vacation destination with plenty of beaches and other attractions. It is also a state with a rich history and vibrant local culture. Readers will explore all of Florida as they learn about its government, history, economy, landscape, and much more.
2) California
Author
Language
English
Description
Describes the geography, history, economy, culture, and people of the state of California, and includes ideas for classroom assignments.
4) Alaska
Author
Language
English
Description
Describes the history, geography, ecology, people, economy, and sights of the state of Alaska, and includes ideas for classroom assignments.
5) Bangladesh
Author
Language
English
Description
Describes the geography, people, government, culture, history, religion, economy, and wildlife of Bagladesh.
6) Oklahoma
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Describes the history, geography, ecology, people, economy, cities, and sights of the state of Oklahoma, and includes ideas for classroom assignments.
7) Barbados
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Presents information on the geography, history, economy, and people of Barbados. Includes a chronology, recipes, project ideas, and more.
9) Indonesia
Author
Pub. Date
2005.
Physical Desc
144 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
10) Yellowstone
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2020.
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 26 cm.
Language
English
Description
Located in the western United States, Yellowstone is the country's oldest national park. It is also one of the nation's most popular tourist destinations. Find out more in Yellowstone, one of the titles in the National Parks series. National Parks leads young readers on a journey through some of the best-known national parks in the United States. Each book in the series teaches readers geography skills and reveals fascinating facts.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
What do komodo dragons, screaming hairy armadillos, and King Vultures all have in common? They are some of the animals at the Smithsonian's National Zoo. Take a tour through the zoo. Engaging text, graphs, maps, and colorful images help readers discover the stories behind some of these amazing animals.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2014
Language
English
Formats
Description
The ability to use the scientific method is key to carrying out experiments, taking measurements, or performing technical tasks. In this book, readers in real-world situations are tasked with following clues and using the scientific method to find out what happens during the spread of an epidemic. Informational text presents evidence and facts in the form of clues and side-bar details to help children develop critical thinking skills. A summary of...
13) Shyness
Author
Pub. Date
2017
Language
English
Description
This Level 1 guided reader explores the feeling of shyness. Students will develop word recognition and reading skills while learning about their feelings.
14) Friendliness
Author
Pub. Date
2017
Language
English
Description
This Level 1 guided reader explores the feeling of friendliness. Students will develop word recognition and reading skills while learning about their feelings.
15) Madagascar
Author
Pub. Date
2017.
Physical Desc
144 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), maps ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
"This book details the history, culture, geography, and government of Madagascar."--Provided by publisher.
16) The sun
Author
Pub. Date
[2012]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Introduces the sun, discusses how ancient people worshiped it, and describes an eclipse.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 21 x 26 cm.
Language
English
Description
Imagine a worm that spits glue, a rat with vampire teeth, and a frog you can see through! These are just some of the amazing animals that were recently discovered by scientists. Readers learn about these fascinating creatures and many more through carefully-leveled, engaging books reviewed by Smithsonian experts.
19) Polar bears
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2013.
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations, color map ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
Looks at polar bears and how they survive in the wild, raise their cubs, and are related to other species.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 21 x 26 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Imagine discovering new planets lightyears away or galaxies you never knew existed. Learn all about new and amazing space discoveries in these fun and engaging books reviewed by Smithsonian experts"-- Publisher description.
