Dearly, Nearly, Insincerely: What Is an Adverb? – by Brian P. Cleary (2003). Carolrhoda Books.
Category: Language Arts
Suggested Ages: 7—11
This picture book is all in rhyme, with colorful pictures filling every page. Through the fun, goofy images, children can learn the meaning and usage of adverbs in an enjoyable, easy-to-remember way.
Exploring Pyramids Around the World – by Orli Zuravicky (2004). The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc.
Category: History, Math
Suggested Ages: 6-12
Using the ancient pyramids of Egypt and Central America as a springboard, this book teaches a bit about the history of several famous structures, then translates them into geometric shapes. Each pyramid described comes with a pattern for cutting out and making your own model. Good hands-on approach to geometry.
Five Senses, The [series] – by Maria Rius, J.M. Parramon, J.J. Puig (1985). Barron’s Educational Series, Inc.
Category: Human biology
Suggested Ages: 3-6
Set of five paperback books, each covering one of the five senses. Big, colorful pictures and very simple text; good for beginning readers. A teacher’s page at the end gives more details and diagrams about the sense being explored, for further study.
Fun and Games for Family Gatherings – by Adrienne Anderson (1996). Betterway Books.
Category: Activities
Suggested Ages: All
This action-packed book is divided into sections such as: “Games for Preschoolers,” “Games for Teens,” “Cross-generational Games,” “Nature and Art Projects,” “Balloon Games,” and much more. Contains lots of fun ideas for fellowship meetings and Home activity nights.
Lift-a-Flap Bible Board Books [series] – (1998) Landoll.
Category: Bible
Suggested Ages: 1-3
Series of small board books with simple text, colorful pictures, and sturdy cardboard flaps for lifting. Covers Bible characters such as Jonah, Noah, Daniel, etc.
Look at My Book – by Loreen Leedy (2003). Holiday House.
Category: Language arts
Suggested Ages: 6-12
From characters and setting to revisions and layout, this book takes young aspiring writers through the step-by-step process of creating their own homemade books. The book is presented entirely with comics and bright illustrations, making it easy to read and easy to follow along. Packed with fun ideas that will stimulate children to put their ideas on paper, and have fun doing it.
Teotihuacan: Designing an Ancient Mexican City – by Lynn George (2004). The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc.
Category: Social studies, Math
Suggested Ages: 9 and up
About 30 miles northeast of Mexico City lies the ruins of a mysterious ancient city. This book goes into some detail about the archeological discovery, using it as a springboard to introduce the mathematical concepts of calculating perimeter and areas of squares and rectangles. Excellent tool for bringing practical math skills to life.
Young Adventurer’s Guide to Everest, The – by Jonathan Chester (2002). Tricycle Press.
Category: Social studies
Suggested Ages: 8 and up
This book covers Mount Everest alphabetically from “avalanches” to “Zopkios.” Filled with photographs and little-known information, the book presents facts on mountain climbing, the geography of Everest, and the peoples who live near it.
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