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Dinosaurs in your backyard: The Coolest, Scariest Creatures Ever Found in the USA!
Par Alan Barnard, Hugh Brewster. 2009
Presents facts learned from fossilized evidence of dinosaur species that roamed the North American continent millions of years ago, like…
the Stegosaurus of Colorado. Discusses size, eating habits, head crests, skull shapes, tail clubs, raptor claws, and dinosaur descendants. For grades 3-6. 2009Disabilities awareness (Merit Badge Ser.)
Par Boy Scouts of America, Boy Scouts of America Staff. 2008
Describes the requirements for earning a Boy Scout merit badge for awareness and sensitivity to physical and learning disabilities. Highlights…
accommodations, accessibility, advocacy, and career opportunities. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 2009Dangerous dinosaurs: Everything You Never Knew about the Dinosaurs
Par Dorling Kindersley Publishing Staff, David Lambert, Carey Scott, Dk Publishing. 2008
Scientific answers to questions about dinosaurs--from the number of years dinosaurs ruled Earth to the ways carnivores killed their prey…
and plant-eaters defended themselves. Compares the sizes of giant sauropods. Discusses whether bigger was always better, whether body armor offered protection, and more. For grades 3-6. 2008Suggests projects kids and adults can do together to recycle everyday objects--a leftover flip-flop; a worn-out T-shirt, blanket, or shower…
curtain; tin cans--and turn them into something new. An old red shoe becomes a flower-pot container. Includes general tips on reuse and recycling to prevent waste. For grades 2-4. 2009A backyard vegetable garden for kids (Gardening for Kids Ser.)
Par Amie Jane Leavitt, Amie Leavitt. 2008
Covers the basics of vegetable gardening, from planning what to plant--and when--through harvesting a crop. Discusses tools needed for soil…
preparation, step-by-step instructions for sowing seeds, and general garden-care information. Includes directions for crafting a hummingbird bath from a carrot. For grades 3-6. 2009Crafts for kids who are learning about dinosaurs (Crafts for Kids Who Are Learning about Ser.)
Par Kathy Ross, Jan Barger. 2008
Twenty-two dinosaur-themed projects such as a fossil necklace, a dinosaur puppet, or a hungry Brachiosaurus that use readily available household…
materials like gift bows, bath scrubbies, paper plates, egg cartons, wooden ice-cream spoons, and aluminum foil. For grades 2-4. 2008Knotting: make your own basketball nets, guitar straps, sports bags and more! (Kids Can Do It)
Par Celeste Gagnon, Judy Ann Sadler. 2006
Explains basic knots--the overhand, double overhand, two-strand overhand, overhand loop, figure-of-eight, ring hitch, and reef--to use in making ten projects.…
Lists the required materials and provides step-by-step instructions for producing a whistle lanyard, monkey's-fist fob, ladder, rope swing, braided dog leash, and basketball net. For grades 4-7. 2006Rocks & fossils (Kingfisher knowledge)
Par Margaret Hynes. 2006
Explains basic facts about rocks above and below the Earth's surface and their usefulness as fuel, building material, and precious…
jewels. Discusses fossil remains from sea creatures, plants, insects, and dinosaurs and examines the clues they provide to the prehistoric past. For grades 4-7. 2006Great Medieval projects you can build yourself: You Can Build Yourself (Build It Yourself)
Par Shawn Braley, Kris Bordessa. 2008
Discussion of Medieval European society, customs, and codes of conduct accompanies corresponding activities using readily available materials. Includes instructions for…
making typical foods and a jester hat, shield, plaster-of-paris helmet, reliquary box, and clay-pot bell, among other items. For grades 4-7. 2008Kids' container gardening: year-round projects for inside and out
Par Bruce Curtis, Cindy Krezel. 2005
Author provides an overview of plants and garden requirements. Presents a variety of projects and craft ideas organized by season,…
including a worm bin, a Venus flytrap terrarium, clay-pot people, and Halloween hats. Some adult assistance recommended. For grades 3-6. 2005The day the dinosaurs died (I Can Read Bks.)
Par Phil Wilson, Charlotte Lewis Brown, Charlotte L. Brown. 2006
A scientist explains the possible reasons dinosaurs became extinct after a giant asteroid hit the Earth millions of years ago.…
Also discusses why mammals lived through the destruction. For grades K-3. 2006Pteranodon: the life story of a pterosaur
Par Ruth Ashby, Phil Wilson. 2005
Examines the probable life cycle of a large flying reptile that lived in North America millions of years ago. Describes…
the Pteranodon's experiences hatching from an egg, learning to fly and hunt for his own food, escaping from enemies, and attracting a mate. For grades 2-4. 2005How dinosaurs took flight: the fossils, the science, what we think we know, and the mysteries yet unsolved
Par Christopher Sloan. 2005
Discusses the discovery in eastern China of the fossils of dinosaurs with feathers and wings. Focuses on the scientific investigations…
that led to the hypothesis that birds are descendants of ancient dinosaurs. Covers the evolution of feathers, flight, and birds. For grades 5-8. 2005The fastest dinosaurs (Meet the dinosaurs)
Par Don Lessem, John Bindon. 2005
Explains the way scientists determine which dinosaurs ran the fastest by comparing their fossil remains with living animals. Discusses why…
speed mattered to dinosaurs and probable causes of their extinction. For grades 2-4. 2005Kids' easy-to-create wildlife habitats: for small spaces in the city, suburbs & countryside
Par Emily Stetson. 2004
Encourages children to explore the natural world by providing animals, birds, and insects with food, shelter, and water. Introduces projects…
with environmental lessons. Provides supply lists and clear instructions for activities like preparing a feast for butterflies and making a compost pile. For grades 3-6. 2004Did dinosaurs have feathers? (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science Ser.)
Par Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld, Lucia Washburn. 2004
The kids' building workshop: 15 woodworking projects for kids and parents to build together
Par Craig Robertson, Barbara Robertson, J. Craig Robertson. 2004
Provides information and tips for using basic carpentry tools--hammer, handsaw, drill, block plane, measuring devices. Offers complete step-by-step instructions for…
simple items like a checkerboard and string art or a more complex house-shaped bookcase and puppet theater. For grades 4-7. 2004Kwanzaa karamu: cooking and crafts for a Kwanzaa feast
Par Robert L. Wolfe, Diane Wolfe, Barbara Knutson, April A. Brady. 1995
Explains the meaning of this African American celebration. Provides recipes for children and adults to prepare together for the feast…
and instructions for making decorations and gifts. For grades 3-6 and older readers. 1995Nature's art box: from t-shirts to twig baskets : 65 cool projects for crafty kids to make with natural materials you can find anywhere
Par David Cain, Laura C. Martin. 2003
Sixty-five craft projects are grouped by the materials for making them: vines, twigs, cones, and moss; gourds, pods, husks, and…
seeds; clay, stones, sand, and shells; flowers and leaves. Includes collecting tips and instructions for making dyes, potato stamps, paste, glue, and clay. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 2003Haiku: Asian arts & crafts for creative kids (Asian Arts and Crafts For Creative Kids)
Par Patricia Donegan. 2003
Introduces the form of Japanese poetry known as haiku, explores the seven keys to writing it, and provides instructions for…
projects including making a book. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 2003