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Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

Nevada

Reading & Language Arts

Across the Curriculum with Favorite Authors 

Gail Gibbons

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HC no dust jacket. Tight binding. Pages like new. 

Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

California

Explains how cows produce milk and how it is processed before being delivered to stores.

The Milk Makers

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New York

Gibbons describes how pumpkins come in different shapes and sizes, how they grow, and their traditional uses and cultural significance. Full-color illustrations.

The Pumpkin Book

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HC with dust jacket wrapped in mylar. Ex-library with noted markings. DJ taped to covers. Tight binding. Pages in very good condition.

Once people believed in dragons, but not today. Still, we continue to celebrate these fantastic creatures in stories, movies, and songs. In fact, dragons are so popular there is a science just to study them! In a book that is carefully researched, brimming with energy and charm, and full of fascinating facts, Gail Gibbons tells readers all about dragons -- their origins, their place in mythology and folktales, and why we are still so fascinated with them today.

Behold... the Dragons!

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Signs of use. Creases on cover. Book is clean.

Texas

Flowers, trees, fruits--plants are all around us, but where do they come from?
 
With simple language and bright illustrations, non-fiction master Gail Gibbons introduces young readers to the processes of pollination, seed formation, and germination.  Important vocabulary is reinforced with accessible explanation and colorful, clear diagrams showing the parts of plants, the wide variety of seeds, and how they grow. 
 
The book includes instructions for a seed-growing project, and a page of interesting facts about plants, seeds, and flowers.   A nonfiction classic, and a perfect companion for early science lessons and curious young gardeners.
 
According to The Washington Post, Gail Gibbons "has taught more preschoolers and early readers about the world than any other children's writer-illustrator."  Ms. Gibbons is the author of more than 100 books for young readers, including the bestselling titles From Seed to Plant and Monarch Butterfly.  Her many honors include the Washington Post/Childrens Book Guild Nonfiction Award and the NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book Award.
 
From Seed to Plant was included in the Common Core State Standards Appendix B.

From Seed to Plant

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Bent corners, signs of use, marks on inner covers and title page. Please see images. Rest of the book is clean and in tact.

Wallow in fascinating facts about the smartest of all farm animals-- the pig. From ancient wild boars to modern breeds, pigs are intriguing-- and often misunderstood. They may roll in mud when it's very hot out, but prefer to be clean and tidy. And most pigs don't "eat like pigs." With clear, simple text and bright, well-labeled watercolors, Gail Gibbons explores the truth about pigs. Digging up truffles, competing in county fairs, grunting and squealing to communicate-- these flat-snouted farm animals are complex and surprisingly talented. Important vocabulary, information about domestic and wild breeds, and a page of fun pig facts are included. Ideal for young readers or classroom use, Pigs has everything you need to know-- from snout to curly tail.

Pigs

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New. Gail Gibbons is a must for a kid’s nonfiction library. 

Part of Memoria Press Kindergarten read aloud set. 

Arizona

After the sun sets, on clear nights points of light begin to appear in the sky. But when we look up at the night sky, what are we seeing? Basic facts about the stars, as well as how we look at and learn about them, are introduced through simple text and bold illustrations. From ancient names for constellations to modern innovations in telescope technology, this book covers a broad range of ideas without overwhelming the reader. It introduces and reinforces important vocabulary for the aspiring astronomer, explaining everything in clear, simple phrases. Nonfiction master Gail Gibbons "has taught more preschoolers and early readers about the world than any other children’s writer-illustrator" according to The Washington Post. This book includes a brief timeline of major advances in astronomy, written in concise, kid-friendly language, and a wealth of fun facts and trivia about the stars.

Stargazers

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New.  4th edition, updated with latest discoveries and the reclassification of Pluto as a dwarf planet (RIP). 

Gail Gibbons is a classic choice for nonfiction for children. 

Part of Memoria Press Kindergarten read aloud set.

Fourth edition

A nonfiction favorite for more than twenty years, The Planets has been updated to include some of the latest discoveries in space exploration. From the burning surface of Venus to the freezing darkness of Neptune, Gail Gibbons takes children on a tour of our planetary neighbors—which are very different from each other in size, shape, orbit, and even weather. Since its original publication in 1993, The Planets has been a home and classroom staple for introducing our solar system to the youngest readers. With her signature blend of clear, bright illustrations and accessible text, Gail Gibbons takes readers on a tour of our planetary neighbors, near and far. From the burning surface of Venus to the freezing darkness of Neptune, the bodies in our solar system are named, described, and illustrated in clear, well-labeled spreads that give a strong sense of shape and scale to our skies. Each entry is full of intriguing details about their composition, behavior, and moons.

The Planets

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Brand new, Gail Gibbons is an essential addition to a nonfiction library for kids. 

Part of Memoria Press’ Kindergarten read aloud kit. 

Book shows significant wear. Please note bent corners. No marks. Clean and in tact.

Identifies the moon as our only natural satellite, describes its movement and phases, and discusses how we have observed and explored it over the years.

The Moon Book

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Virginia

Science

Cold winters, hot summers--year after year the seasons repeat themselves. But what causes them? Why is there winter in the Southern Hemisphere at the same time there is summer in the Northern Hemisphere? In summertime, why is it still light out in the evening? With simple language appropriate for young readers, non-fiction master Gail Gibbons introduces young readers to the four seasons and explains why they change throughout the year. Newly revised and vetted by experts, this updated edition of The Reasons for Seasons introduces the solstices, the equinoxes, and the tilt in Earth's axis that causes them, and gives examples of what each season is like across the globe from pole to pole. Clear, simple diagrams of the earth's orbit are labeled with important vocabulary, explained and reinforced with accessible explanations. Fascinating and easy to understand, this is a perfect introduction to seasons, earth's orbit, and axial tilt. Different effects on different parts of the world are included, illustrating the difference in climate between the equator, the northern and southern hemispheres, and the polar regions.

The Reasons for Seasons (New and Updated Edition)

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North Carolina

Every year on March 17th, people all over the world celebrate St. Patrick's Day! In this bright picture book, nonfiction master Gail Gibbons tells you everything you need to know about this holiday. You'll learn the story of Patrick's life, legends about the saint, and the history of the holiday. From shamrocks to shillelaghs, Gail Gibbons' signature combination of accessible text and clear, colorful illustrations creates a perfect introduction to a fun holiday. A perfect introduction to the customs surrounding the holiday-- parades, special meals, and of course wearing lots of green. Filled with facts, legends, and traditions, this book is ideal for kids learning about the holiday, Irish culture, and history.

St. Patrick's Day

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Ex-library Dust Jacket The book inside is like new. 

New Jersey

As the seasons pass, Arnold enjoys a variety of activities as a result of his apple tree. Includes a recipe for apple pie and a description of how an apple cider press works.

The Seasons of Arnold's Apple Tree

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Learn all about medieval knights with favorite nonfiction author and illustrator Gail Gibbons -- perfect for the younger set!



"Children won't want to surrender this book, so buy multiple copies," says Booklist of this ideal picture book primer on medieval knights. The author covers tournaments, chivalry, and what happened when a bad knight was caught. Legendary knights such as Sir Gawain and the knights of the Round Table are included, as is St.George and the dragon, and Gibbons also discusses present-day knights. With all of the excitement clearly rendered in clean pen and ink and watercolor, there's plenty of fighting, decorative clothing and heraldry, as well as clear labels pointing out the parts of a castle and the names of the armor pieces.



"A shining example of the type of nonfiction that Gibbons does so well." - School Library Journal



Don't miss these other favorite nonfiction books by Gail Gibbons:

Cowboys and Cowgirls

Recycle!

Tell Me, Tree

Knights in Shining Armor

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Louisiana

Check It Out! The Book About Libraries

Spiders

Florida

My Baseball Book

South Carolina

Thanksgiving Is...

Retired school classroom book. Interior pages are in like new condition.

Missouri

All about Trees for Kids

Tell me, Tree

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How a house is built

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Used condition: book may have minor issues such as sticker residue, minor cover blemishes, discolored pages, minor page bends, etc. If there are major issues, they will be listed in the book description. 

Mail and How It Moves

The Post Office Book

Dinosaurs

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