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My community long ago by Bobbie Kalman
Category: Children's Fiction | Series: My World: Series H
Famous for her books on settlers and historic communities, Bobbie Kalman shows children how past communities were different from those of today by pairing modern photographs with beautiful illustrations of life in pioneer times. Topics include malls and general stores, family homes, today's classroom an ...Show more
My culture by Bobbie Kalman
Category: Children's Fiction | Series: My World: Series H
This wonderful book illustrates people's different ways of life and the traditions we practice. Young readers will learn about how culture is expressed through our clothing, our food, and music and dance. An interactive section at the end asks children what their favorite part of culture is.
My dog likes me by Bobbie Kalman
Category: Children's Fiction | Series: My World: Series B
Pets can be children's best playmates. This book uses simple text and shows wonderful images of children playing with their dogs. Young readers will be entertained by dogs jumping, dancing, swimming, and singing. Children are then asked to relate their own experiences with pet dogs.
My funny cat by Bobbie Kalman
Category: Children's Fiction | Series: My World: Series B
Children will enjoy seeing cats and kittens doing funny things—dancing, singing, reading, and wearing funny hats. Easy-to-read text helps children read along. An interactive section asks children if they have their own funny cat and what funny things it likes to do.
My senses help me by Bobbie Kalman
Category: Children's Fiction | Series: My World: Series D
Young readers are introduced to the five senses: sight, hearing, taste, smell, and touch. Each spread in this fun book features one sense. An activity asks children to guess which foods on the page would taste sweet, sour, salty, or spicy.
Spotlight on South Korea by Bobbie Kalman
Category: Education
Spotlight on South Korea introduces children to the country of South Korea in Asia. Today, most of the country's people have moved from the countryside to live in the cities. Although much of South Korea's culture has been influenced by its nearest neighbors China and Japan, Koreans have been able to ma ...Show more
The Life Cycle of the Tree by Bobbie Kalman
Category: Education | Series: Life Cycle
Ages 6 to 12 years. This book follows the growth of a tree from the time it sprouts to the time it is mature and capable of producing new seeds. The complex lives of these everyday plants will startle and delight young readers. Stunning photographs and illustrations accompany clear explanations of: how ...Show more
These are my friends by Bobbie Kalman
Category: Children's Fiction | Series: My World: Series F
Who are your friends? We meet friends in different places—at home, on sports teams, at band practice, and other places. Our friends can even be our brothers and sisters and our pets! This book uses easy rhyme and fun photographs show children the fun that comes with friendships.
This is my family by Bobbie Kalman
Category: Children's Fiction | Series: My World: Series E
Families are built in many different ways. This interesting book describes the different members who make up a family including sisters and brothers, parents and stepparents, and grandparents. A creative activity asks children to write a book or a story about their families and add family photos.
This is my home by Bobbie Kalman
Category: Children's Fiction | Series: My World: Series E
In this book, children will learn about different kinds of homes, such as houses, apartments, and mobile homes, as well as the purpose of each room within a home. Questions about the reader’s home help children connect the information to their own personal experiences.
What Are Wetlands by Bobbie Kalman
Category: Education | Series: Science of Living Things S.
Investigates some types of wetlands, including swamps, salt marshes, bogs, and flood plains; the many plants and animals that live in wetlands; and the threats to these ecosystems.
What are my jobs? by Bobbie Kalman
Category: Children's Fiction | Series: My World: Series E
Children love to take an active role in helping around their homes. This busy book shows children helping out inside the house by cleaning and washing dishes, as well as outside by raking leaves and sorting materials for recycling.