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Kitchen Science
Halpern, Monica 1 3 N
National Geographic Sociey, 2002
This informational book poses the question: Are you a scientist? Then It helps children answer it by describing
processes scientists use—observing, measuring, classifying, predicting, and experimenting—within an ordinary
kitchen. Part of National Geographic’s Windows on Literacy series (Level 20: Fluent Plus), it uses photographs of a
child conducting science experiments in a kitchen to complement the clearly-written text. Teaching notes for adults are
included.
Let The Games Begin!
Ajmera, Maya and Michael J. Regan 4 1 N
Charlesbridge Publishing, 2000
Photographs and quotes from children around the world capture the joy and importance of sports. The accompanying
text describes how kids enjoy sports and what they learn from them no matter where they live.
Let’s Eat!
Zamorano, Ana 1 2 F
Scholastic Inc., 1996
Every day Antonio’s Mama prepares a delicious meal such as chickpea soup, empanada, sardinas, gazpacho, or roast
pollo for her extended family. But, one day Mama is not there — she has gone to the hospital to have a new baby.
When she returns, the entire family celebrates with a feast of prawns, crab, squid, mussels, and saffron rice for paella.
Julie Vivas’s distinctive illustrations show the love and warmth the Spanish family shares together with their food. It
includes a glossary of Spanish words used in the text.
Let’s Eat!
Kelley, True 1 2 N
E.P. Dutton, 1989
Using simple headings and cartoon-style illustrations, this picture book shows aspects of eating from how people eat
to where food comes from, to eating equipment and etiquette. Described as a “buffet-style” book, each page provides
detailed illustrations. This book could be used to promote discussion about food and develop vocabulary.
Let’s Get the Rhythm
Miranda, Anne 4 3 N
Scholastic Inc., 1994
This chant engages young children in a series of movements such as snapping, clapping, stamping, and shaking. Lively
illustrations demonstrate each one. This book could be used as a read-aloud with an entire class or read independently
by beginning readers.
Life and Times of the Apple, The
Micucci, Charles 2 1 N
Orchard Books, 1995
This book provides a wealth of information about apples, including how they grow and are harvested, varieties, uses,
and historical facts. Some of the information, such as cross-fertilization and grafting, is quite technical. However, it
is presented clearly and with drawings. The book includes a “Table of Contents” and concludes with the “Legend of
Johnny Appleseed.”
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