Kacy Helwick
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I Heard a Sound
A useful resource for everyday science lessons. Recommended for classroom use and school and public libraries.
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Stickmen’s Guide to How Things Work: Discover How Planes, Trains, Automobiles and Other Great Machines Work
An additional purchase for upper elementary collections where infographics and technology books are popular.
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The Essential Guide to STEAM: Making an Art Out of Science!
Although the book effectively introduces some foundational STEAM ideas and features engaging illustrations, the lack of a well-defined organizational structure hampers its usefulness as an educational resource. A secondary purchase.
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Dr. Maggie’s Grand Tour of the Solar System
This fun and engaging resource could strengthen astronomy collections.
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The Boy Who Became a Dragon: A Biography of Bruce Lee
Readers will appreciate this admiring account of the film and kung fu legend, but should seek out additional sources for a more nuanced portrait of Lee.
Best Nonfiction 2019 | SLJ Best Books
Eighteen exceptional informational works made SLJ's list of the best nonfiction for children and teens published in 2019.
Guts
A must. Fans of Smile and Sisters will adore this new story starring Raina and her family, but newcomers to Telgemeier’s work will also love Guts
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Code This!: Puzzles, Games, and Challenges for the Creative Coder in You
An applicable resource for intro to coding clubs at schools or libraries. An engaging introduction to basic and intermediate fundamentals of computer science and coding through various screen-free activities.
On the 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing, the Best Resources, Books for Young Readers
Many titles have been published this year to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing. This curated list provides digital resources and books recommended for elementary and middle grade readers.