Most Popular Books by Christine Petersen

North America is an incredible continent, stretching from the polar ice cap almost to the equator. But did you know that the world''s hottest place is in North America? Or that there are more than 7,000 islands in the Caribbean Sea? Learn more about the diverse continent of North America, from its people and countries to its landforms, economy, and more.

How do clouds form, and where does water go after it rains? What makes water stick to things, and does this characteristic serve any purpose? What effect does pollution have on the quality of water—for humans and other living things? Can salt water be made drinkable? Is it possible to change aspects of water such as its freezing point or density? Using simple and fun hands-on experiments, you can answer all of these questions and more as you learn about the substance that makes life possible on Earth—water.

Have you ever wondered what plants eat? The truth is amazing. Plants don''t eat at all! Instead, plants make food inside their bodies. Using hands on activities, young readers will be introduced to how plants survive on light, water, and air.

This title introduces young readers to pearls, the gem formed inside the shell of an oyster! Learn how pearls are formed and where they are found. Historic and modern collection methods are detailed, both natural and cultivated. The use of pearls as a gemstone is examined including different colors. See how artisans and lapidaries create beautiful and useful jewelry with this beautiful gem. Finally, a list of tools and tips will set young rock hounds up to unearth their own treasures. Glossary words in bold, an index, and phonetic spellings for those hard-to-pronounce geologic terms enhance and supplement the text. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

This book provides information on the dangers of caffeine and energy drinks, both stimulant drugs that affect the central nervous system. Middle-school students will learn the lowdown on the consequences of drug-use, describing the symptoms of addiction, including the physical, emotional, and social damage that can arise from substance abuse. Alarming facts and statistics share how prevalent drug abuse can be among teens. Personal stories of teens who used drugs and the realities they faced unfold along with advice on how to deal with peer pressure when choosing to say no.

2017 brought a lot of big changes to America; one of most alarming changes was that several cities are in an all-out epidemic of OxyContin and Vicodin epidemic. People are dying from over-use and abuse. This book helps readers understand why these prescription drugs are dangerous when mis-used, and even dangerous when prescribed. Real-life stories of teens who used OxyContin and Vicodin and the realities they faced are shared so it really hits home for the teen reader. Advice on how to deal with peer pressure that teens face when choosing to say no is offered in a practical and friendly tone. An entire chapter is devoted to getting help.

Investigate Gems introduces readers to what gems are and how they form, including mineral gems and organic gems. Learn about crystal systems, imitation and synthetic gems, cultured pearls, how gems are used, and their historic importance. A geology-themed project provides the opportunity for hands-on experience. Other features include a table of contents, fun facts, infographics, sidebars, map, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Antarctica is a fascinating continent, with its South Pole research station and its thick sheets of ice. But did you know that Antarctica has no cities? Or that daytime and nighttime last for months in Antarctica? Learn more about the amazing continent of Antarctica, from its explorers and scientists to its landforms, animals, and more.

A compelling narrative non-fiction book for young learners about Mount Kilimanjaro, a dormant volcano located in Tanzania, near the border of Kenya. Learn how Johannes Rebmann, a Christian missionary, took it upon himself to learn about the mountain and tell the world about the snow at the top of a mountain in a tropical setting. Read about the "jinn", an evil spirit that locals believe inhabits the mountain and brings bad luck. You''ll also find out what life is like on Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, Africa by learning about the people, what they eat, where they live and how the Tanzanian people are now working to protect the mountain. Learn what flora and fauna populate this beautiful mountain peak and why people are compelled to climb it. Features chapter notes, suggested readings, and fascinating facts about the mountain for eager minds to learn more!

Life on Earth is endlessly amazing and complex. Learn about genetics with well-researched, clearly written informational text, primary sources with accompanying questions, charts, graphs, diagrams, timelines, and maps, multiple prompts, and more. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This title introduces young readers to jade, the mineral used for thousands of years as both jewelry and weapons. ?Learn about the two types of jade, jadeite and nephrite, how jade is formed, and where it is found. ?Historical and modern mining methods are detailed. ?The many uses of jade in ancient and modern times are examined. ? See how artisans such as lapidaries use jade to create beautiful and useful jewelry. ?Finally, a list of tools and tips will set young rock hounds up to unearth their own treasures. ?Glossary words in bold, an index, and phonetic spellings for those hard-to-pronounce geologic terms enhance and supplement the text. ?Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. ?Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

Explores what happens when a family decides to move and provides strategies for adjusting to a new home, neighborhood, and school.

Explore Ores introduces readers to what ores are, minerals that can be mined for profit. Learn about prospecting, exploration, aboveground and underground mining, extracting metals from ores, and the importance of protecting the environment. A geology-themed project provides the opportunity for hands-on experience. Other features include a table of contents, fun facts, infographics, sidebars, map, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Dig into the world of geology with the Rock On! series! Outrageous Ores introduces readers to what ores are, minerals that can be mined for profit. Chapters build concepts from the ground up, from atoms and elements to mineral formation and the everyday importance of the metals they contain. Readers will learn about prospecting, exploration, aboveground and underground mining, and extracting metals from ores. They will also learn about the importance of protecting the environment before and after mining and of recycling metals. Full-color photographs will draw in readers while the easy-to-read text breaks down complex concepts. A colorful world map of where ores are found spreads across two pages and an at-home experiment provides the opportunity for hands-on experience. Glossary words in bold, an index, and phonetic spellings for those hard-to-pronounce geologic terms enhance and supplement the text. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

Explores what happens when parents divorce and provides strategies for coping with a changing family.

Discusses events leading up to the 1986 Iran-Contra scandal, wherein the Reagan administration sold guns to Iran in exchange for hostages and assisted rebels trying to overthrow the government of Nicaragua.

Animals. American History. Earth Science. Geography. Health. Space. True Books covers all this and more in photo-filled chapter books that provide a basic introduction to curriculum-relevant topics. Ideal for today''s young investigative reader, each True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and an index, plus a comprehensive To Find Out More section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, and redesigned with a fresh new look in 1996, the new True Books series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.

Discusses why manners are important, gives advice for behaving politely in many situations, and provides simple rules for good manners.

Ideal for today''s young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.

Ideal for today''s young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.

Ideal for today''s young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.

Ideal for today''s young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.

Ideal for today''s young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.

Ideal for today''s young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.

A short introduction to the country of Italy.

Describes some of the earth''s natural resources, their importance, and how they can be safeguarded.

Ideal for today''s young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.

What do the airplane, currency, movies, and the telescope have in common? They are all inventions that shaped our world. Imagine what life would be like without them!

The Cornerstones of Freedom series introduces the people, places, and events that helped make the United States what it is today. Don''t miss a single exciting story!

Presents advice for young readers to overcome the death of a pet, discussing euthanasia, memorials, and learning to love a new pet.

Struggling college student, Joanna, finds herself pulled in many directions. Her newly-divorced parents, her mother''s overbearing expectations, and her own doubts about her chosen path leave Joanna on the edge. If that''s not enough, her mother has suddenly decided that beloved Grandma Ruth must move into a nursing home. Confused and unsure, Joanna flees school under the guise of caring for her injured grandmother. Barely able to manage her own life, can Joanna really intervene on Grandma Ruth''s behalf? Relative Disenchantment is a tale of growing up and seeing life and family in a new, but not always expected, light.

Ideal for today''s young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.

Describes the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Fern Tyler is not much of a talker. Her long-time friend, Anita, can''t stop talking. The two have an unlikely bond that has sustained them through raising children, adjusting to empty nests, and mourning the death of each of their spouses. When Fern starts showing signs that she isn''t safe in her own home, and Anita considers moving 400 miles away to be closer to her daughter, their relationship faces new challenges. In a quest for one last grab at independence, they set out on a road trip together that will test their patience, their morals and their friendship.

What better way to study the presidents of the United States than through an exploration of the times in which they lived and served. Presidents and Their Times examines the life and times of each president, placing each within his historical and cultural context, while at the same time focusing on the major events that occurred during each president''s administration. This in-depth series delves into the time period and formative events of each president''s term, revealing childhood character-building experiences, entry into politics, major events of the presidency, and a look at life after the presidency. With its clearly written and accessible text, primary sources, and vivid historical photographs, this series will bring to the forefront the life and times of the presidents of the United States.

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