Best Selling Books by Lucia Raatma

How Do We Live Together: Snakes, opens young eyes to the bustling world around them and gently encourages early learning. Boys and girls will see how snakes care for their young, and find out where they live, what they eat and how they behave. Readers are encouraged to think critically about how we share our backyards with these wonderful creatures.

Presents the biography of Shirley Chisholm against the backdrop of her political, historical, and cultural environment.

Barbara Jordan was the first African American elected to the Texas senate and a leader in the Civil Rights movement. From an early age, she was recognized for her educational excellence, and her gift of language and debate. Her presence in the House of Representatives in 1966 was not well received, but Jordan quickly won her colleagues over with her intelligence and commitment to her constituents. Her later years were spent on educational work and in 1994 she was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Bill Clinton. This book details her life and career achievements while focusing on the Civil Rights Movement. History-specific terms, timelines, primary source, photographs, quotes and excerpts round out this book about this important and worldly individual.

A biography of Martha Washington, the original first lady of the United States.

TRUSTWORTHINESS: Be honest. Don''t deceve, cheat or steal. Do what you say and say what you mean. The 21st Century Jr. Library Character Education books help kids learn how to make the choices that will help them be people of good character.

Discusses the events and people involved in the War of 1812.

Discusses who the carpetbaggers were and the role they played in the reconstruction after the Civil War ended.

FAIRNESS: Play by the rule. Take turns and share. The 21st Century Jr. Library Character Education books help kids learn how to make the choices that will help them be people of good character.

A biography of John Hancock, known for his prominent signature on the Declaration of Independence.

Uses original graphic illustrations to explore the life of the African American baseball player who broke the color line in professional baseball.

Describes the battles between the American colonists and the British military in Lexington and Concord, Massachusetts. Includes information on Paul Revere, Samuel Adams, and John Hancock.

Provides a brief look at the history of libraries, some different types of libraries, and the services they provide.

Describes the role the Minutemen played in the American Revolution.

Learn about Velociraptor with this easy-to-read text.

Shows children how can they make a difference. From fighting global warming to protecting wildlife, this book contains the information young environmentalists need to change the world.

How Do We Live Together: Raccoons, opens young eyes to the bustling world around them and gently encourages early learning. Boys and girls will see how raccoons care for their young, and find out where they live, what they eat and how they behave. Readers are encouraged to think critically about how we share our backyards with these wonderful animals.

When a group of bees lives together, it''s called a colony. Learn about life in a colony of bees and why these animals like to stick together. Find out how living together with others helps bees stay safe, find food, and mate.

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Describes her difficult early childhood in segregated Arkansas, her later childhood in St. Louis where she was raped by her mother''s boyfriend, and her career as a singer and later as a writer, filmmaker, and public speaker.

Why is Jerome Lemelson important? His inventions helped create industrial robots, cassette players, and more! Readers follow his journey from struggling inventor to a multimillionaire with more than 600 patents. This story of determination is filled with engaging text and colorful images, all reviewed by Smithsonian experts.

Why is Lonnie Johnson important? He invented the Super Soaker! Readers follow his journey from a NASA engineer working on missions to Jupiter and Saturn to becoming the inventor of one of the most popular toys in the United States. This story of hard work is filled with engaging text and colorful images, all reviewed by Smithsonian experts.

The light bulbs we use today in our schools and homes are thanks to Thomas Edison. What were the steps Edison took that led him to the world-changing invention we know him for today?

"Describe the life and career of pro wrestler Rey Mysterio"--Provided by publisher.

Social Networks have become part of life in the 21st Century. This book looks at the growth of social networks and the role innovation has played in their development.

The term "blog" was coined in 1997. Less than 10 years later there were over 150 million blogs. How did that happen? Who is responsible for their development? This book explores the role innovation and innovators had in the development of blogs.

An introduction to the geography, history, economy, culture, and people of China. Bright, colorful designs and hands on activities will keep children engaged as they learn about China and its people.

Describes the life of the pilot who, in 1932, was the first woman to fly alone across the Atlantic Ocean, and who was later lost at sea while attempting to fly around the world.

Chronicles the life of Laura Ingalls Wilder from her birth in Wisconsin through her days as a teacher, wife, and author, and provides information about careers in teaching and writing.

America the Beautiful, Third Series is bursting with fascinating facts, up-to-date statistics, glorious full-color photographs, and unusual lists guaranteed to elicit at least one WOW! with the turn of every page. America the Beautiful''s new dynamic design and editorial approach to the geography, history, people, economy, and government of each state will continue to make this award-winning series the one that students turn to first for researching school assignments.

Just how does the democratic process work? And what exactly did the Louisiana Purchase mean for our country? Packed with intriguing history and eye-catching images, Cornerstones of Freedom brings you an in-depth look at the ideas, people, and events that have made our nation what it is today.

Here is essential fire safety information that empowers students to act quickly in emergency situations. Hands-on activities allow readers to put their knowledge Very few things are as important as teaching safety in everyday situations. This series offers young people strategies for protecting their physical and emotional health. This series explores and supports the standard Students Will Demonstrate the Ability to Practice Health-Enhancing Behaviors and Reduce Health Risks, as required by the National Health Education Standards.

Explains the virtue of prudence, or thinking carefully before acting, and describes ways to show prudence at home, at school, and in the community