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4) Annie Easley
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"Annie Easley didn't plan to become a computer, but she needed a job, and she was good at math. Her work at NASA helped send rockets into space. She lived a life of learning and helping others. Her story inspires all young people to enjoy science and math." --
6) Megan Smith
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This is a brief biography of the self-proclaimed technology evangelist who was the first woman to serve as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of the United States. The little girl who was curious about everything now believes that everyone can use technology, data, and science to make the world a better place while reducing the human impact on the planet. She shows how fun the field of technology can be, and how people of all backgrounds can adventure...
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There was a time when most people thought women should not be doctors. Elizabeth Blackwell wanted to change that. She found a medical school that accepted her. Then, she earned the highest grades in her class. Elizabeth became the first woman doctor in the United States. Discover how this pioneer in medicine and women's equality changed the world forever.
8) Even or odd?
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Updated for 2020, this math concept book engages young readers through simple text and photos as they discover the difference between odd and even.
11) Owls
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Presents an introduction to owls, including their physical characteristics, hunting behaviors, life cycle, and the conservation efforts being made to save them from extinction.
13) Falcons
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Presents an introduction to falcons, including their physical characteristics, hunting behaviors, life cycle, and the conservation efforts being made to save them from extinction.
14) Vultures
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Presents an introduction to vultures, including their physical characteristics, hunting behaviors, life cycle, and the conservation efforts being made to save them from extinction.
15) Plus 1, minus 1
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This math concept book engages young readers through simple text and photos as they learn how groups change when you add 1 or take away 1.
16) My country
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In simple language, supplies basic facts about the United States, such as how where the country is located and how the voting system works.
17) Dance
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Young readers will learn about dance through simple sentences and highly supportive pictures.
18) Half or whole?
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Introduces the mathematical concept of one half, explaining that when something is cut into two parts, both the same size, they are each one half, and that together they make a whole.
19) Karate
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Young readers will learn about karate through simple sentences and supportive pictures.
20) Kites
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Presents an introduction to kites, including their physical characteristics, hunting behaviors, life cycle, and the conservation efforts being made to save them from extinction.