Deborah Heiligman

Cover sleeve is a bit worn out, but rest is in good condition

Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

Minnesota

The True Story of the World War II Sinking of the Children's Ship

Amid the constant rain of German bombs and the escalating violence of World War II, British parents by the thousands chose to send their children out of the country: the wealthy, independently; the poor, through a government relocation program called CORB. In September 1940, passenger liner SS City of Benares set out in a convoy of nineteen ships sailing for Canada. On board were ninety CORB children, chaperones, and crew, along with paying passengers. When the war ships escorting the Benares to safe waters peeled off and the way forward seemed certain, a German submarine attacked and torpedoed the Benares. What followed is an amazing example of all that people are capable of--the worst, and the best.- GODWIN BOOKS -

Torpedoed

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Heavy Paperback (2 to 4 lbs)

North Carolina

From award-winning author Deborah Heiligman comes Torpedoed, a true account of the attack and sinking of the passenger ship SS City of Benares, which was evacuating children from England during WWII. Amid the constant rain of German bombs and the escalating violence of World War II, British parents by the thousands chose to send their children out of the country: the wealthy, independently; the poor, through a government relocation program called CORB. In September 1940, passenger liner SS City of Benares set sail for Canada with one hundred children on board. When the war ships escorting the Benares departed, a German submarine torpedoed what became known as the Children's Ship. Out of tragedy, ordinary people became heroes. This is their story. This title has Common Core connections.

Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

South Carolina

With Parades, Picnics, and Fireworks

Discusses the history and traditions involved in celebrating Independence Day on July 4th in the United States. Includes a brief description of some celebrations of independence in other countries of the world. Also includes recipe for Kay's deviled eggs.

Holidays Around the World: Celebrate Independence Day

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Book was purchased used, read once and has been sitting on my bookshelf.

Maine

With Light, Latkes, and Dreidels

Explains the history and traditions that are a part of the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah.

Holidays Around the World: Celebrate Hanukkah

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Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

Florida

The Van Gogh Brothers

From the author of National Book Award finalist Charles and Emma comes an incredible story of brotherly love.

The deep and enduring friendship between Vincent and Theo Van Gogh shaped both brothers' lives. Confidant, champion, sympathizer, friend--Theo supported Vincent as he struggled to find his path in life. They shared everything, swapping stories of lovers and friends, successes and disappointments, dreams and ambitions. Meticulously researched, drawing on the 658 letters Vincent wrote to Theo during his lifetime, Deborah Heiligman weaves a tale of two lives intertwined and the extraordinary love of the Van Gogh brothers.

Praise for Vincent and Theo:

Printz Honor Book
YALSA Nonfiction Award Winner
SCBWI Golden Kite Winner
Boston Globe-Horn Book Awards Winner, Nonfiction
Cybils Senior High Nonfiction Award Winner

"A remarkably insightful, profoundly moving story of fraternal interdependence and unconditional love." --Kirkus, starred review

"A breathtaking achievement that will leave teens eager to learn more." --School Library Journal, starred review

Vincent and Theo

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Idaho

From faults to plate tectonics, this simple introduction to earthquakes will pique kids' interest about the amazing planet on which they live. Key earth science topics are discussed in relation to this natural phenomenon. Children will learn about the layers of the earth, how scientists measure the strength of an earthquake, and about some of the most devastating earthquakes in history.

Earthquakes

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This is a former library book in excellent, unread condition! It does have some library markings inside, which you can see in the pictures. 

Wyoming

"The true story of the relationship between brothers Theo and Vincent van Gogh"--

Indiana

The Darwins' Leap of Faith

Charles Darwin publishedThe Origin of Species, his revolutionary tract on evolution and the fundamental ideas involved, in 1859. Nearly 150 years later, the theory of evolution continues to create tension between the scientific and religious communities. Challenges about teaching the theory of evolution in schools occur annually all over the country. This same debate raged within Darwin himself, and played an important part in his marriage: his wife, Emma, was quite religious, and her faith gave Charles a lot to think about as he worked on a theory that continues to spark intense debates.

Deborah Heiligman's new biography of Charles Darwin is a thought-provoking account of the man behind evolutionary theory: how his personal life affected his work and vice versa. The end result is an engaging exploration of history, science, and religion for young readers.

Charles and Emmais a 2009 National Book Award Finalist for Young People's Literature.

Charles and Emma

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Illinois

Children love to read to their favorite dog

Cool Dog, School Dog

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Michigan

Paperback (1 to 2 lbs)

Virginia

Tennessee

A caterpillar comes to school in a jar. The class watches the caterpillar each day as it grows and changes. Soon, it disappears into a hard shell called a chrysalis. Then the chrysalis breaks, and a beautiful butterfly flies out of the jar! This is a perfect beginner's guide to the mystery of metamorphosis. Outstanding Science Trade Books for Children 1997 (NSTA/CBC)

From Caterpillar to Butterfly

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Wisconsin

New Jersey

Preowned. Excellent condition, crisp. No notable flaws. 

A Photobiography of John F. Kennedy

Photographs and text trace the life of President John F. Kennedy.

High Hopes

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The Improbable Life of Paul Erdos

Most people think of mathematicians as solitary, working away in isolation. And, it's true, many of them do. But Paul Erdos never followed the usual path. At the age of four, he could ask you when you were born and then calculate the number of seconds you had been alive in his head. But he didn't learn to butter his own bread until he turned twenty. Instead, he traveled around the world, from one mathematician to the next, collaborating on an astonishing number of publications. With a simple, lyrical text and richly layered illustrations, this is a beautiful introduction to the world of math and a fascinating look at the unique character traits that made "Uncle Paul" a great man.
A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of 2013 A New York Times Book Review Notable Children's Book of 2013

The Boy Who Loved Math

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Snow Dog, Go Dog book by Deborah Heiligman.  Paperback.  Used condition.

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