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Best Children's Reading & Writing Education Books

First 100 Words
Your little one will soon learn some essential first words and pictures with this bright board book. Roger lives in London and has three children, who have been the inspiration behind many of his best publishing ideas.
Reviews
""First 100 Words" by Roger Priddy was bought as a gift for my sons’s first birthday and it is the perfect book for a one year old. It is quite a basic book and the sort of board book most children will have at some stage in their life. This version of the book is pretty small (it's 5 x 6 inches; an over-sized ABC/colors version can be found here), and it can withstand rough little hands as it is a board book."
"This book is perfect for the diaper bag!"
"Bright, colorful, fun and sturdy."
"My 1 year old niece loves this book and my sister says its the perfect size for her to carry around!"
"This is a great starter book for infants/toddlers."
"My Grandson Enjoys Turning, The Tear Resistant Pages."
"Gift for my great grandson's first Christmas."
"My 2 year old loves this book."
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Cod: A Biography of the Fish that Changed the World
Cod. , Mark Kurlansky’s third work of nonfiction and winner of the 1999 James Beard Award , is the biography of a single species of fish, but it may as well be a world history with this humble fish as its recurring main character. In this lovely, thoughtful history, Mark Kurlansky ponders the question: Is the fish that changed the world forever changed by the world's folly? Kurlansky sprinkles his well-written and occasionally humorous history with interesting asides on the possible origin of the word codpiece and dozens of fish recipes. In this engaging history of a "1000-year fishing spree," Kurlansky (A Continent of Islands: Searching for the Caribbean Destiny, LJ 1/92) traces the relationship of cod fishery to such historical eras and events as medieval Christianity and Christian observances; international conflicts between England and Germany over Icelandic cod; slavery, the molasses trade, and the dismantling of the British Empire; and, the evolution of a sophisticated fishing industry in New England. Quoting a scientist from the Woods Hole Biological Laboratory, Massachusetts, Kurlansky notes that to forecast the recovery of the cod population is to gamble: "There is only one known calculation: 'When you get to zero, it will produce zero.'".
Reviews
"My husband and I came to love bacaloa after a couple of trips to Portugal and Spain--wish I had known the cod story then."
"And I will admit that many portions of the book were utterly fascinating, specifically those regarding the complete history of cod fishing and the very nature of the cod itself. However, this book is not just a history of cod."
"Kurlansky shows that while "great men" often drive history, resources and economics dictate the range of their choices and as often as not give a strong clue as to the probable direction of events."
"Excellent."
"Excellent."
"It's great, being one of the first narrative non-fiction books that talks about a specific species of fish and its history."
"Kurlansky succinctly and wittily tells the tale of this diminishing fish, and backs it up with some sensible history, e.g.. why the Pilgrims chose to starve rather than fish, and refused to eat lobsters which were teeming in the waters of Cape Cod."
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Bunnicula: A Rabbit Tale of Mystery (Bunnicula and Friends Book 1)
Someone had to tell the full story of what happened in the Monroe household after the rabbit arrived. Since its first appearance in 1979, Bunnicula has been a hit with kids and their parents everywhere, selling over 8 million copies and winning numerous awards. It all starts when Harold's human family, the Monroes, goes to see the movie Dracula , and young Toby accidentally sits on a baby rabbit wrapped in a bundle on his seat. How could the family help but take the rabbit home and name it Bunnicula? Is Bunnicula really a vampire bunny?
Reviews
"Great Book!"
"My son loves this book."
"Excellent book to read with my daughter."
"Perfect and funny read for my 8 year old."
"Book was overall in decent shape however the outside of the book was wrinkled and damaged a little bit."
"Love this book and knew my grandkids would to!"
"A classy c for a reason- great humor!"
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Best Children's Composition

Writing Magic: Creating Stories That Fly
She shows how you can get terrific ideas for stories, invent great beginnings and endings, write sparkling dialogue, develop memorable characters—and much, much more. Sections titled "Liftoff," "Heart and Guts," "Plowing Through," "Digging Deeper," and "Writing Forever" address such topics as coming up with story ideas, developing characters and plot, and finding opportunities for publication. Among the topics she covers are shaping characters, beginnings and endings, revising, and finding ideas. But the best part of Levine's book is her honesty as she shares with children the truth that there are no perfect books, that rejection can be as useful as success, and that you thank the creative part of you by using the ideas that it sends.
Reviews
"This is a fantastic book."
"It's written to a middle school or high school student, but at the same time everything is applicable to anyone writing anything!"
"I gave this book to a young man, who is aspiring to write books."
"Timely delivery, quality product and I am enjoying it."
"I love this book it has also helped me with my writing skills and daughter also writes great compositions and stories ."
"Great book for helping kids (and adults) write better."
"This is a great starting book for anyone interested in writing for young children or teenagers!"
"I teach writing to English Language Learners, adults, and find this book very helpful. My daughter has also read a few books for this author (Ella Enchanted,The Wish (rack),The Fairy's Mistake (Princess Tales)) so it made a lot of sense when she described the characters and setting in this wonderful book; but you would not necessarily need such a background."
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Best Children's Vocabulary & Spelling

First 100 Words
Your little one will soon learn some essential first words and pictures with this bright board book. Roger lives in London and has three children, who have been the inspiration behind many of his best publishing ideas.
Reviews
""First 100 Words" by Roger Priddy was bought as a gift for my sons’s first birthday and it is the perfect book for a one year old. It is quite a basic book and the sort of board book most children will have at some stage in their life. This version of the book is pretty small (it's 5 x 6 inches; an over-sized ABC/colors version can be found here), and it can withstand rough little hands as it is a board book."
"This book is perfect for the diaper bag!"
"I really wanted this book for my little girl since she is having a hard time learning but we have noticed she does good with photos."
"My toddler loves this book!"
"This is necessary for every child."
"I love this book, it’s colorful and captures attention of my baby."
"Extremely well made little fat word book for my handsome new step-grand-baby."
"Gift for my great grandson's first Christmas."
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Best Children's School & Education Books

I Am Malala: How One Girl Stood Up for Education and Changed the World (Young Readers Edition)
Raised in a once-peaceful area of Pakistan transformed by terrorism, Malala was taught to stand up for what she believes. In this Young Readers Edition of her bestselling memoir, which has been reimagined specifically for a younger audience and includes exclusive photos and material, we hear firsthand the remarkable story of a girl who knew from a young age that she wanted to change the world -- and did. Her strong voice and ideals come across on every page, emphasizing how her surroundings and supportive family helped her become the relevant figure she is today. "Although her efforts to attend school, and the subsequent attack she endured, make for a powerful story, Yousafzai writes just as vividly about her daily life as a child in Pakistan.... Yousafzai's fresh, straightforward voice creates an easily read narrative that will introduce a slew of younger readers to both her story and her mission. [Yousafzai's] strong voice and ideals come across on every page, emphasizing how her surroundings and supportive family helped her become the relevant figure she is today....― SLJ.
Reviews
"My 11-year old son read this and was so touched and inspired by Malala's story."
"Her voice is very clear, and my students felt like they "got to know her" well."
"I found "I AM Malala" to be very well written and full of detailed information about her previous life, her school, friends and family times before she was shot by the Taliban."
"***********NO SPOILER REVIEW**********. What a sad, hopeful, beautiful story this is."
""I Am Malala" tells the story of a young woman who yearned for knowledge and education in Pakistan, a country where the Taliban persecutes the education of women, and who almost paid for these things with her life. Although the story of Malala's life and the history of the country are definitely worth reading, the flow of this book is hard to follow at times. Moreover, even though this is Malala's memoir, it seems that the book tells more about Pakistan and her extended family, which can leave the reader questioning if this book should truly be called a memoir for about half of the book."
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Best Children's Law & Crime Books

Kennedy's Last Days: The Assassination That Defined a Generation
Adapted from Bill O'Reilly's best-selling historical thriller Killing Kennedy , with an unforgettable cast of characters, page-turning action, and art on every spread, Kennedy's Last Days is history that reads like a thriller. Combined with the relative short length of the book, Herrmann's narration makes this an excellent choice for introducing young learners to Kennedy's assassination.–Jessica Miller, West Springfield Public Library, MAα(c) Copyright 2013.
Reviews
"Not too bad but being an assassination buff and having read hundreds of books on it this was mediocre."
"Christmas gift, sure he will love it!!"
"Excellent book for children and seniors who have trouble reading."
"Came in perfect condition."
"Great book!"
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Best Children's Foreign Language Learning Books

The Giving Tree
And don't miss Runny Babbit Returns , the new book from Shel Silverstein! In Shel Silverstein's popular tale of few words and simple line drawings, a tree starts out as a leafy playground, shade provider, and apple bearer for a rambunctious little boy. At this point in the story, the double-page spread shows a pathetic solitary stump, poignantly cut down to the heart the boy once carved into the tree as a child that said "M.E. When there's nothing left of her, the boy returns again as an old man, needing a quiet place to sit and rest. (All ages) --Karin Snelson “If you’re looking for a children’s book that teaches generosity or unselfishness, most people will point you right to The Giving Tree , Shel Silverstein’s lovely story of a tree that will do anything for the boy it loves—and for good reason.
Reviews
"All that I can honestly say about this book, what some people say is "controversial" is it ; touches on feelings. teaches about selfishness. teaches about selflessness. teaches about caring. teaches about giving. this book really tugs at all the emotions everyone goes through one time or another. It has turned into a discussion book for all my grandkids. The book is a hardback & comes with a cover resembling the cover of the book."
"She would often just read a poem from A Light in the Attic, or Where the Sidewalk Ends, but this book really stuck with me."
"One of my favorite books with a great lesson for children on giving/taking and appreciation."
"Must have for all children."
"Best childhood book ever - adults should re-read every year as well."
"Great story for my 6 year old who reads voraciously.."
"Just like I remebered!"
"Kids take stories very seriously and this is depressing to say the very least."
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Best Children's Math Books

Hidden Figures Young Readers' Edition
This book brings to life the stories of Dorothy Vaughan, Mary Jackson, Katherine Johnson, and Christine Darden, who lived through the Civil Rights era, the Space Race, the Cold War, and the movement for gender equality, and whose work forever changed the face of NASA and the country. “The perfect impetus for discussion on a host of important historical themes germane to the 1950s, such as gender roles, racial prejudice and segregation, and scientific exploration… Middle-schoolers will find their story, here in a young readers’ edition of Shetterly’s 2016 adult book, engaging and inspirational.” (Booklist) Margot Lee Shetterly is a writer who grew up in Hampton, Virginia, where she knew many of the women in her book Hidden Figures .
Reviews
"For every little girl with a dream (Young and Not So Young :-) ),, this is a must have for every library."
"Today..... in the year 2017.....it is amazing what we have missed or forgotten in our lifeline....this story is an eye opener for sure...I grew up in a home that harboured no prejudices of any kind...heard stories...but did not experience anything first hand...thank God we are moving in the right direction...just wish it was faster..."
"They said it made them feel like they could accomplish great things."
"The movie just couldn't cover all the book tells of and focuses specifically on the space quest."
"Wonderful and empowering story about the amazing work accomplished by African America women in the aerospace field."
"My 8 year old and I are reading this after having seen the movie twice."
"I am pleased and moreover, have read the story and enjoyed it immensely."
"I gave this book to one of my students and she loves it!"
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Best Children's Study Aids Books

ACT Prep Black Book: The Most Effective ACT Strategies Ever Published
The Black Book works best when used with the authentic ACT questions in the "Red Book," which is the Real ACT Prep Guide, 3rd Edition, by ACT, Inc. The Black Book shows you how to beat the ACT, while the Red Book gives you real ACT questions to practice with. Click the "look inside" feature above to browse the Black Book and get a feel for how it approaches the ACT! Unwritten Test Design Rules Of ACT Math ... ACT Math Answer-Choice Patterns The General Process For Answering ACT Math Questions ... Walkthroughs: The ACT Math Process In Action Against Real Questions ... How To Read Passages On The ACT Science Section ... ACT Science Answer-Choice Patterns ... Walkthroughs: The ACT Science Process In Action Against Real Questions ... Commas In The ACT English Section ... The General Process For Answering ACT English Questions ACT English Answer-Choice Patterns And Issues Walkthroughs: The ACT English Process In Action Against Real Questions ... Click the "look inside" feature above to browse the Black Book and get a feel for how it approaches the ACT! In other words, most ACT tutors and courses teach the same math, reading, and writing skills that you learn in high school, because they mistakenly assume that the ACT is a test of college readiness. But Mike has looked carefully at large numbers of real ACT questions, and knows that they don't reward the same things that teachers reward in high school and college. So students who want to improve their test scores shouldn't waste time re-learning what they've already learned in school - instead, they should learn how the ACT actually works, so they can take their existing knowledge and leverage it into a higher score.
Reviews
"Nice book!!!"
"Very good study item."
"Definitely the best ACT prep guide published."
"I ordered this book and some other ACT review books for my son."
"I am planning to use this with my students."
"This book helped my son score up 4 points on the ACT."
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Best Children's Jobs & Careers Books

Oh, the Places You'll Go! (Classic Seuss)
In a starred review, Booklist notes, “Seuss’s message is simple but never sappy: life may be a ‘Great Balancing Act,’ but through it all ‘There’s fun to be done.’” A perennial favorite and a perfect gift for anyone starting a new phase in their life! The incomparable Dr. Seuss rejoices in the potential everyone has to fulfill their wildest dreams: "You'll be on your way up! While doting relatives will find this extended greeting card an ideal gift for nursery school graduates, the story will have less appeal for children than Seuss' story books and easy readers. Seuss' characteristic drawings carry and extend the text through mazelike streets, over colorful checkerboard landscapes, into muddy blue "slumps," through heady highs when fame results from success at the game of life, and through dark, lonely confrontations with graveyard-like fears in times of solitude. While the text gives a strong message of self-determination and potential, the small, male "you" pictured seems more of a passive passenger on his journey through life, reacting to things as they come and walking along with his eyes shut on both the first and last pages of the text.
Reviews
"I love these books with the great illustrations and wonderful message to encourage someone graduating high school and going to the next phase of life to "see the places you'll go"."
"This will be apart of my babies graduation gift."
"I had given this book to my granddaughter as a toddler."
"I hope to present the book to my granddaughter in 10 years, when she graduates from high school."
"This will be my daughter's 2030 High School graduation present."
"Tomorrow, he will take it to school and have this year's teacher's sign it."
"Arrived early, and it is delightful."
"We intend to have their teachers at each grade level throughout their school career write something in this book about them and we will present it to them at graduation."
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Best Children's Philosophy Books

BRUCE THE MOOSE & BO
Unfortunately Bo did not keep her promise and invited many friends over to her nest. This is a delightful book for children ages 2 - 9 and P - 4.
Reviews
"One day, Bo comes up with the idea to build a nest in the antlers of a moose named Bruce. Will Bo and Bruce find a way to make things right again."
"She also enjoyed the illustrations, they really created a good image of the story in her head."
"My granddaughter loves this books and the others in this series."
"Nice story and nice illustrations."
"Colorful artwork & cute story make this a fun and educational bedtime book."
"It's not terrible."
"I am always looking for books for my granddaughter to read - she is just learning to read and knows a lot of sight words."
"Really cute story. Great illustrations."
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Best Children's Money & Saving Reference

Who Was Steve Jobs? (Who Was?)
biography, children will learn how his obsession with computers and technology at an early age led him to co-found and run Apple, in addition to turning Pixar into a ground-breaking animation studio. Pamela Pollack and Meg Belviso have co-authored several children's books, including Who Was Nelson Mandela?, Who Is J.K.
Reviews
"the book is fantastic, i can't take y mind of it and i can't stop reading it a thousand times."
"Well written, and to the point."
"This book is a book that everyone that want to learn about Steve Jobs and his life with apple and make Apple how it is today."
"This series of biographies are good for elementary school kids."
"I knew the "name" Steve Jobs, and I knew he had something to do with computers, but I had no idea the depth of his contribution."
"I bought this book for a little kid who was interested in learning about Steve Jobs because I always talk about his contributions."
"my 10 and 13 y/o love these books."
"It told me so much about his life. And how much he had to go through starting from his garage to a company."
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Best Children's Reference

National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Why (National Geographic Little Kids First Big Books)
Linking to a popular feature in the super successful National Geographic Little Kids magazine, this book brings the browsable fun of the bestselling National Geographic Kids Almanac to a new audience: preschoolers! She has written several popular titles, including Little Kids First Big Book of Why and numerous installments for the National Geographic Readers series.
Reviews
"One of the reviews said it has misinformation because it classifies humans as "carnivores", but some recent studie shave classified humans as such "based on the percentage of meat in the typical human diet". See: http://www.npr.org/sections/thesalt/2012/04/20/150817741/for-most-of-human-history-being-an-omnivore-was-no-dilemma. Another negative review said the information is shallow and gave this example: "Some question do not even have answers like this one, 'why some animals are big and some are smalls?'. Why are some animals big and others small?"
"I bought this book and a few others that were similar for my kids (Ages 6 and 12) for Christmas."
"This is one of the best books I've purchased!"
"This was a great book to give my curious 4 year old."
"I bought this for my 4 year old for Christmas and it was a quick favorite."
"I bought this book for my 6 year old daughter."
"A little discombobulated format wise, but the subject matter stimulates valuable discussion between parent and child."
"Not exactly what I expected."
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Best Children's Politics & Government

I Dissent: Ruth Bader Ginsburg Makes Her Mark
Get to know celebrated Supreme Court justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg—in the first picture book about her life—as she proves that disagreeing does not make you disagreeable! This picture book biography of Justice Ginsburg traces her achievements in the field of law back to her girlhood years, emphasizing for readers the importance of dissent in the face of an unequal society. Students will delight as they watch a young Ginsburg "protest" being forced to write with her right hand (she was left-handed) and "object" to being made to take home economics instead of shop class. Back matter includes photos of Ginsburg, more information on her life and the Supreme Court cases alluded to in the text, and a bibliography with quotation sources. VERDICT This dynamic offering is an essential purchase that will be useful for completing assignments as well as for pleasure reading.—Rebecca Gueorguiev, New York Public Library "Speak purposefully and carry a big legal pad.
Reviews
"Fantastic book for young kids and adults."
"Inspired my granddaughter!"
"Beautifully illustrated and summarized ."
"I purchased this as a gift and it was a tremendous success."
"Great book for all children."
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