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Lincoln Public Schools, Nebraska

Examines the life and accomplishments of the African American writer, performer, and teacher, as well as her impact on literature and black culture.This 40-page biography examines the life of Maya Angelou from her early years, her struggles to survive and her involvement in the Civil… View →

 

Parent Council, Ltd.

Benjamin Banneker was a self-taught man whom historians consider a genius. Recognized as a bright young boy, Benjamin was allowed to attend school with white children. Because he was extremely interested in science and in making things by hand, historians speculate that he may have… View →

 

Parent Council, Ltd.

Beginning readers will surely be attracted to this series by the colorful photographs illustrating the text and by the empowering thrill of starting to read. Children are introduced to one new sound for each book (short a, long e, th, etc.). Using the simple text, context clues, the… View →

 

Parent Council, Ltd.

Here’s everything you need to know about a great American holiday without a lot of extra details. The color close-up photos of the turkeys are delightful! Lots of helpful information and new vocabulary make this book a wonderful addition to any library. View →

 

Parent Council, Ltd.

I loved this timely, interesting, and informative series. The books are great for gifts or for classroom use. View →

 

Parent Council, Ltd.

Young children are often fascinated by emergency vehicles. With bright photographs and simple explanatory sentences, this series offers a meticulous examination of rescue machines. The sections ‘Climb Aboard’ and ‘Up Close,’ plus a glossary offer more detailed… View →

 

Parent Council, Ltd.

This appealing series features brilliant close-up full-page photographs and large easy-to-read text. Each title includes a table of contents, glossary and an index. Animals lovers will enjoy collecting this handsome series. View →

 

Parent Council, Ltd.

If you want to entice a young football player (or athlete) to read, this book will probably work. With lots of football statistics, this easy-to-read story chronicles John Elway’s trip to the Super Bowl and stardom. ‘Jocks’ (and fans) of all ages will enjoy this one.… View →

 

Parent Council, Ltd.

Here’s an interesting look at the life and accomplishments of Jeff Gordon, the winner of three NASCAR Winston Cup Series championships. Jeff began racing at the age of five when he got his first go-kart. This book includes a glossary of racing terms and an View →

 

Parent Council, Ltd.

This series of books is delightful and fun to read (or to just look at for the pictures). The set would make a super gift for your favorite teacher! I especially liked the glossary and big, easy-to-read print. These are keepers! View →

 

Parent Council, Ltd.

Celebrate ‘the Fourth’ with this informative look at how the Fourth of July originated. This little book provides a lot of information, beginning at the birth of our nation and ending with a lesson on safe fireworks. Full of color photos and historical data, this book is an… View →

 

Parent Council, Ltd.

This series defines different jobs throughout the community. Pictures used in the books are of people in the workplace. Each book includes a glossary and index. Terms in the glossary are highlighted throughout the book. The books give the reader a sense of real ‘hands-on’… View →