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Why Do People Eat?
Needham, Kate 1 2 N
Usborne Publishing, 1992
This book introduces a wealth of information about many topics related to food including: why we get hungry, what’s
in food, how food is digested, and foods eaten around the world. Most sections begin with a question. Part of the
Usborne Starting Point Science series, it has detailed illustrations, simple experiments, a table of contents, and an index.
Why I Sneeze, Shiver, Hiccup, and Yawn
Berger, Melvin N/A 3 N
Harper Collins Publishers, 2000
We all have experienced sneezing, shivering, hiccupping, or yawning without knowing it was going to happen. This
informational book explains how these reflex acts happen. It provides clearly written and succinct descriptions of
our nervous system, interesting examples that pertain to children’s everyday experiences, and attractive illustrations
that clarify and enhance the concepts. Part of the Let’s-Read-And-Find-Out Science series, Stage 2, its purpose is
to explore more challenging concepts for children in primary grades, including hand-on activities that can be done
independently.
Why Should I Eat Well?
Llewellyn, Claire 1 1 N
Barron’s Educational Series, 2005
Rachel, a new girl in school, convinces Monica to forsake her unhealthy eating habits and enjoy nutritious snacks and
meals. Rachel tells Monica why eating lots of sugary foods isn’t good for her. Colorful cartoon-style illustrations of
ethnically-diverse people and lively conversation enhance the information about healthy eating. The book concludes with
three pages of notes and suggested activities for parents and teachers. It is part of the WHY SHOULD I? series.”
Wilma Unlimited:
How Wilma Rudolph Became the World’s Fastest Woman
Krull, Kathleen 5 2 N
Harcourt Brace & Company, 1996
Wilma Rudolph, the first American woman to win three gold medals at a single Olympics, was a sickly child who had
polio that paralyzed her left leg and forced her to wear a heavy steel brace. The twentieth child in a close-knit African
American family, Wilma learned to walk using exercise, determination and faith. Wilma starred in high school basketball
and earned a track-and-field scholarship to college. This inspiring book describes how she competed and won in the
Olympics at a time when many thought that running was a sport for men, not women. Krull’s engaging biography is
complemented with striking illustrations by Caldecott Medal winner, David Diaz.
Yoko
Wells, Rosemary 1 2 F
Scholastic Inc., 1998
The children in Mrs. Jenkins’ classroom bring different foods to school in their lunches, but they still make fun of Yoko’s
lunch. Even when they have an international food day, and children bring enchiladas, Caribbean coconut crisps,
Nigerian nut soup, Brazil nuts, Irish stew, potato knishes, mango smoothies, spaghetti, and Boston franks and beans,
no one will try Yoko’s sushi. Then Timothy, still hungry, tries a bite. Much to his surprise, he likes it; and later, when he
sneaks a coconut crisp into Yoko’s pocket, she discovers she likes it better than her red bean ice cream. This delightful
book provides an excellent springboard for talking about dishes from ethnic backgrounds and trying new food.
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