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Columbus: his enterprise : exploding the myth
By Hans Koning. 1991
Koning debunks the legend of Columbus as a brave sailor who set out to find a new route to Asia…
and instead discovered America. The author looks at the explorer's life, from his childhood in Genoa through his four voyages, and describes how Columbus's desire to find a new route to Asia and to bring back gold to Spain led to the plundering of Native AmericansGames (and how to play them)
By Anne F Rockwell. 1973
Let's go rock collecting (Let's-read-and-find-out science. Stage 2 #1)
By Holly Keller, Roma Gans. 1997
Knit, hook, and spin: a kid's activity guide to fiber arts and crafts
By Laurie M Carlson. 2016
Over seventy projects that use a variety of fiber arts, including knitting, felting, knotting and braiding, spinning, weaving, crocheting, and…
dyeing. Examples of crafts include making a braided chain bracelet, crocheting a bag, and fixing up a jar that serves as a desk organizer. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 2016Disabilities awareness
By Boy Scouts of America. 2008
Describes the requirements for earning a Boy Scout merit badge for awareness and sensitivity to physical and learning disabilities. Highlights…
accommodations, accessibility, advocacy, and career opportunities. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 2009Boy Scout handbook
By Boy Scouts of America. 2009
This official guide to Scouting explains the history, ideals, and organization of the Boy Scouts of America. Explores leadership, fitness,…
first aid, campcraft, and other elements of the Scouting program. Provides guidance for advancing in the ranks from Tenderfoot to Eagle Scout. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 2009Fun for the family
By Boy Scouts of America. 2008
Cub Scouting program that explores activities to shape family identity, develop personal skills, build teamwork at home, connect with the…
community, and face household challenges. Includes requirements to earn the Fun for the Family award. For grades 2-4 and older readers.Cub Scout Tiger Cub handbook
By Boy Scouts of America. 2001
This 2008 reprint explains the requirements for earning the Tiger Cub badge for first-grade or seven-year-old boys. Details each of…
the five achievements, including family and den activities. Reviews the initial Bobcat badge requirements. Provides an introductory guide for scouts' adult partners. For grades K-3. 2001Get hooked again: simple steps to crochet more cool stuff
By Kim P Werker. 2007
Covers crochet basics--hook sizes and yarn-buying tips, stitching techniques, and gauge. Provides fifteen patterns of varying difficulty, from a simple…
scarf to a chunky hat crocheted in the round. Projects include a choker, a tote, fingerless mitts, a vest, beaded slippers, and a floral pillow. For grades 6-9. 2007David Crockett: hero of the common man (American heroes series #5)
By Bill Groneman. 2005
Alamo historian examines the myth and legend of David Crockett (1786-1836) to portray the real frontiersman from Tennessee. Discusses his…
character, reputation, and career in the U.S. Congress. Scrutinizes personal accounts and diaries for evidence of Crockett's heroism during the Mexican assault on the Alamo. 2005Wolf handbook
By Boy Scouts of America. 2003
This 2009 reprint explains the requirements for earning the Wolf badge for second-grade or eight-year-old boys. Details each of the…
twelve achievements or "tracks" of the Wolf trail, including identifying and using tools and cooking and eating. Reviews the initial Bobcat badge requirements. Provides a parent guide. For grades K-3. 2003Cub Scout bear handbook
By Boy Scouts of America. 2003
This 2008 reprint explains the requirements for earning the Bear badge for third-grade or nine-year-old boys. Details each of the…
twenty-four choices available within the twelve achievements, including opening a savings account and building a toolbox. Reviews the initial Bobcat badge requirements. Provides a parent guide. For grades 2-4. 2003Webelos handbook
By Boy Scouts of America. 2003
This 2008 reprint explains the requirements for earning badges during the last phase of Cub Scouting. Details each of the…
achievements in the categories of physical and mental skills, community, technology, and outdoor activities. Covers rank advancement and special award prerequisites. For grades 3-6. 2003Fieldbook
By Boy Scouts of America. 2004
The fourth edition of this Boy Scout manual for outdoor travel, adventure, and caring for the land. Offers tips on…
trek preparation and environmental stewardship. Provides information on backpacking, camping, caving, cross-country skiing, kayaking, rafting, mountain travel, and other activities. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 2004Crochet: fantastic jewelry, hats, purses, pillows & more (Kids' Crafts Ser.)
By Jane Davis. 2005
Thirty crochet projects, starting with basic stitches. Includes instructions for making squares, rectangles, and triangles--the building blocks for creating slippers,…
a phone carrier, balls, a shawl, a CD case, and other useful gift items. Covers required materials and step-by-step project details. For grades 4-7. 2005Kids knit!: simple steps to nifty projects
By Sarah Bradberry. 2004
Presents basic knitting instructions and twenty step-by-step designs ranging in difficulty. Projects include a doll blanket, sunglasses case, ribbed scarf,…
house cushion, drawstring purse, backpack, and tote bag. Explains increasing and decreasing stitches to knit triangles for head kerchiefs and pot holders. For grades 5-8. 2004Christmas crafts from around the world
By Judy Ann Sadler. 2003
A how-to book on holiday handicrafts from fourteen countries that children can make. Includes an advent calendar from Germany, cranberry…
and popcorn garlands from the United States, a piñata from Mexico, and a nativity scene from Italy. For grades 3-6 and older readers. 2003Knitting
By Judy Ann Sadler. 2002
Beginner's guide to the traditional craft of knitting. Discusses the basics from needed materials to step-by-step instructions for each process…
involved in making eleven projects: pom-pom scarf, headband, rolled-brim hat, ribbed scarf, slipper socks, patchwork blanket, pillow, book bag, mini-purse, striped mittens, and feathery boa. For grades 3-6. 2002Planting the seed: a guide to gardening
By Suzanne Winckler. 2002
Organic gardening at home: how to grow fruits and vegetables that are free of chemicals and pesticides. Discusses determining location…
and soil conditions, choosing the right seeds and plants, caring for plants, and harvesting food. Includes a few recipes and recommendations for further reading. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 2002Grow it again
By Elizabeth MacLeod. 1999
Instructs how to grow potted plants by taking seeds from or sections of fruits, vegetables, and other plants used for…
food. Also includes crafts and recipes. Carrot, bean, pea, garlic, peanut, melon, orange, and pineapple are among the sources. For grades 3-6. 1999