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Pumping life the heart and circulatory system
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4 editions published in 1989 in English and held by 93 libraries worldwide Discussion of how the circulatory system operates and how diet and exercise can help prevent cardiovascular disorders. Designed for a range of age levels, according to students and local curricula.
People of the forest
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3 editions published between 1993 and 2000 in English and held by 87 libraries worldwide Depicts a day in the life of an Ojibwa tribe as told through the narrative voice of Little Flower, a 13-year-old girl. Also discusses how the Ojibwa fished, hunted, made hunting, fishing and cooking implements, built shelters, and made fire.
Our flexible frame the skeletal and muscular systems
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3 editions published in 1989 in English and held by 84 libraries worldwide This material examines the bones of the body, talks about their composition, the function of the skeletal system, joints and more.
People of the plains
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3 editions published between 1993 and 1998 in English and held by 77 libraries worldwide Depicts the day-to-day life of a typical Sioux family before European-American intrusion into the plains. Sioux hunting, cooking and craft methods are discussed as are the Sioux concepts of religion, spirits and the natural world.
The Fabulous five our senses
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1 edition published in 1989 in English and held by 75 libraries worldwide How one can determine size, shape, texture, sweet, sour, flowers, garbage, various sounds, and more by senses.
Rocks and minerals the hard facts
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3 editions published in 1987 in English and held by 70 libraries worldwide Earth scientist Steve Kluge conducts a tour of various sites to demonstrate the structure of the earth's crust, mineral identification and different rock formations.
Electing a president the process
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2 editions published between 1993 and 2004 in English and held by 70 libraries worldwide Explains the the process used in the United States to elect a president and how the process has changed over the history of the country.
Where did they go? a dinosaur update
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2 editions published in 1987 in English and held by 69 libraries worldwide Starts at the dinosaur exhibit at the Academy of Natural Sciences, Philadelphia. Shows the variety of dinosaurs, how they fit different ancient ecological niches, how discoveries are made from bones and fossils, and discusses the reasons for their disappearance.
The Native Americans people of the plains
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2 editions published between 1993 and 1998 in English and held by 68 libraries worldwide Information on Plains Indians of North America.
Finding your way using maps and globes
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1 edition published in 1990 in English and held by 67 libraries worldwide Discussion of the basic skills in map reading.
Breath of life our respiratory system
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3 editions published in 1992 in English and held by 65 libraries worldwide Designed to provide an introduction to the human respiratory system, show how its various parts function, and help students appreciate the importance of keeping their own respiratory systems healthy.
Food into fuel our digestive system
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3 editions published in 1992 in English and held by 62 libraries worldwide Describes how the human digestive system breaks down complex food molecules into simpler molecules from which the body can obtain energy.
Push and pull simple machines at work
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1 edition published in 1990 in English and held by 59 libraries worldwide Discusses simple machines, work, force, resistance,loads, complex machines and includes experiments.
In control our brain and nervous system
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3 editions published between 1993 and 1995 in English and held by 58 libraries worldwide Demonstrates the coordination of a gymnast through the workings of the brain and the nervous system; discusses the parts of the brain and their function.
Matter--building blocks of the universe
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3 editions published in 1987 in English and held by 57 libraries worldwide Explains that despite the amazing diversity of matter, everything in the universe is made of just three subatomic particles: protons, neutrons, and electrons. Discusses and gives examples of how these particles combine to form the atoms of ninety-two different elements which in turn combine to form compounds.
Introducing the cell
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4 editions published in 1995 in English and held by 57 libraries worldwide Provides an overview of what cells are and how they function. It examines many of the parts of cells. It offers fascinating views of different kinds of plant and animal cells, focusing in particular on some of the cells of the human body.
Tick tock : all about the clock
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1 edition published in 1992 in English and held by 54 libraries worldwide Teaches children how to read time on different types of clocks & the function of clock hands, & shows different types of clocks used in the past, such as sun dials.
Rain or shine understanding the weather
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2 editions published in 1987 in English and held by 52 libraries worldwide Discusses the causes of weather changes and how forecasts are prepared.
Hot line all about electricity
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2 editions published between 1987 and 1997 in English and held by 52 libraries worldwide Demonstrates the basic principles of electricity from naturally occurring static electricity to battery and central power systems, and its many uses.
People of the northwest coast
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2 editions published between 1994 and 1999 in English and held by 50 libraries worldwide Depicts the day-to-day life of a typical Gitksan clan as told through the narrative voice of Golden Sparrow, a 15-year old Gitksan girl. Students will learn how the Gitksan fished, hunted, cooked, made tools, weapons and clothing. Also discussed is the Indian's concept of religion, spirits, and the natural world. more
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African Americans Authors Authors, American Biography Cardiovascular system Dakota Indians Dinosaurs Discoveries in geography East (U.S.) Elections Explorers Films Frontier and pioneer life Geology Great Plains History Holidays Human anatomy Indians of North America Interactive multimedia Interviews Juvenile works Maps Mathematical recreations Mathematics Matter Mexico Mineralogy Nature study Nutrition Ojibwa Indians Pacific Northwest Physiology Plants Politics, Practical Presidents Presidents--Election Pueblo Indians Respiration Respiratory organs Rocks Senses and sensation Software Southwest, New Travel United States United States--Oregon National Historic Trail Video recordings Weather Woodland Indians
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