Bob Cooper
Author
Pub. Date
[2018].
Description
Math is the basic foundation upon which most of the other areas of STEAM rely. If a child aspires to be a scientist or an engineer or an architect, they need to first understand math. Little Leonardo's Fascinating World of Math introduces many mathematical concepts in a context showing their interconnectedness with so many of the things in our everyday lives.
Author
Pub. Date
2017.
Description
Little Leonardo's Fascinating World of Science introduces kids to the vast and varied areas of science and the different types of scientists they can aspire to become. Whether it's ancient dinosaur bones unearthed by paleontologists, anthropologists studying different cultures around the globe, or new planets discovered by astronomers, there's bound to be something here any child will find fascinating and appealing.
4) Mr. Woodcock
Pub. Date
[2008]
Description
John Farley grew up as a chubby kid with no athletic skills and poor self-esteem. During his early teenage years his nemesis was Mr. Woodcock, the school's gym teacher. Woodcock took a sadistic glee in tormenting John and others like him. Years later, John has slimmed down and has come to terms with his self-image. He has become a best-selling author, publishing a self-help book on overcoming the specters of the past. John comes home to visit his...
5) Sleepover
Pub. Date
[2004]
Description
When Julie and her best friends throw a sleepover to celebrate the end of junior high, they unexpectedly find themselves challenged to an all-night scavenger hunt. A challenge issued by the most popular girls in school. The girls end up hijacking one of the Dad's cars, sneaking into a club, boosting a cute boys' boxer shorts, and even crashing the high school's prom. It's all part of the fun.
6) Maudie
Pub. Date
[2017]
Description
Based on a true story, the unlikely romance between Canadian folk artist Maud Lewis and reclusive fishmonger Everett Lewis.