Kim Taylor
1) Butterfly
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Photographs and text show the development of a caterpillar into a butterfly.
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Celebrate Juneteenth
Juneteenth for All Ages
Juneteenth: Children's Books
Learning and Teaching About Juneteenth Using Children's Literature
Juneteenth for All Ages
Juneteenth: Children's Books
Learning and Teaching About Juneteenth Using Children's Literature
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"A Flag for Juneteenth depicts a close-knit community of enslaved African Americans on a plantation in Texas, the day before the announcement is to be made that all enslaved people are free. Young Huldah, who is preparing to celebrate her tenth birthday, can't possibly anticipate how much her life will change that Juneteenth morning. The story follows Huldah and her community as they process the news of their freedom and celebrate together by creating...
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What happens when a stinging scorpion takes on a speedy centipede? Fascinating photos and dynamic descriptions will give young bug lovers an up-close look at these cunning predators to learn about their natural weapons, defenses, and abilities. Readers can then cheer on their favorite as these bugs battle for victory.
4) Bird
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A photo essay on the world of birds examining such topics as body construction, feathers and flight, the adaptation of beaks and feet, feeding habits, courtship, nests and eggs, and bird watching.
"Eyewitness Bird gives a detailed overview for kids aged 9+ of a fascinating animal species and will encourage them to spot the incredible birds on the wing around you. Using full-color photographs of different species, feathers, beaks, bird anatomy and...
5) Tree
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Photographs and text explore the anatomy and life cycle of trees, examining the different kinds of bark, seeds, and leaves, the commercial processing of trees to make lumber, the creatures that live in trees, and other aspects.
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"Find out all about how eggs hatch step by step in this fascinating baby animal book for children. Many animals start life inside eggs and this book explores these magical capsules in detail, with stunning photographs of the moment the creatures emerge. Featuring more than 20 animals--including a penguin, a tortoise, and even a slug--this book documents the moment of hatching in detail. Children aged 5-7 can learn how birds, reptiles, amphibians,...
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In this **Sundance Film Festival** selection -- where it was nominated for an Audience Award -- a troubled Northern Irish runaway seeks refuge with her aunt and uncle in Baltimore, Maryland. But Kim and Bill have problems of their own: they're trying to end their marriage gracefully for the sake of their daughter Abby, just home from her first year of college. A story of family revelations, people finding each other and letting each other go, looking...




