In Thomas Jefferson's Battle for Science: Bias, Truth, and a Mighty Moose! Beth Anderson shares the story of Jefferson's war on misinformation. At theIn Thomas Jefferson's Battle for Science: Bias, Truth, and a Mighty Moose! Beth Anderson shares the story of Jefferson's war on misinformation. At the time Thomas Jefferson joined the fight for America’s independence from England, he went to war against a French scientist! Count Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon published an encyclopedia of the natural world making claims about the colonies that Jefferson believed to be false. Especially since Buffon hadn’t even visited British-America. An avid naturalist, Jefferson collected, verified and analyzed his own data to draw conclusions as evidence Buffon’s book that made Europe appear superior to America was not accurate. The author’s note also reveals that seeking truth didn’t always exempt Jefferson from his own bias. The layout and illustrations by Jeremy Holmes complement the historical period. A must read for history and science buffs of all ages. And a great addition to every school and public library....more
I enjoy picture book biographies that introduce me and young readers to people deserving of recognition for their contributions and talents. In BeulahI enjoy picture book biographies that introduce me and young readers to people deserving of recognition for their contributions and talents. In Beulah Has A Hunch, author-illustrator Katie Mazeika introduces readers to inventor “Lady Edison". Beulah Louise Henry is more interested in how things work rather than studying music, etiquette, expected girls in her era to learn about. Through Mazeika’s art and story, children also learn how those with hyperphantasia, like Beulah, think outside-the-box by picturing things in vivid detail. Highly recommended!...more
Pedal, Balance, Steer, persevere! What an amazing story about the first woman to cycle 25,000 miles around the world. Vivian Kirkfield keeps readers tPedal, Balance, Steer, persevere! What an amazing story about the first woman to cycle 25,000 miles around the world. Vivian Kirkfield keeps readers turning the pages to find out how Annie managed going out on her own during a time when society expected women to stay home and raise children. Not Annie! Through setbacks, attacks, and injury, she persevered. Beautiful art by Alison Jay carries readers along Annie’s riveting journey. ...more
This picture book is a collection of haiku poems about birds and animals. Each spread has secondary text filled with scientific facts about each bird This picture book is a collection of haiku poems about birds and animals. Each spread has secondary text filled with scientific facts about each bird and animal featured.
Back matter includes a glossary and an author's note encouraging kids to write their own haikus....more
UNDER MY HIJAB is the story of a young girl who observes how, when, and where her female family members wear their individual headscarves. Hena Khan'sUNDER MY HIJAB is the story of a young girl who observes how, when, and where her female family members wear their individual headscarves. Hena Khan's story is for anyone curious about modern Muslim women who chose to wear a hijab. Most often women cover their hair, ears, and neck but to show just how individual that choice is, the cool artist aunt covers her hair and ears pinned with a handmade jewel. Illustrator Aaliya Jaleel adds other details like henna designs worn on the hands of these characters while at an outdoor event. Highly recommended!...more