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Product details
- ISBN 9781493836383
- Weight: 136g
- Dimensions: 133 x 203mm
- Publication Date: 31 Mar 2017
- Publisher: Teacher Created Materials, Inc
- Publication City/Country: US
- Product Form: Paperback
- Language: English
- Age Group: Ages 12+
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Have you ever heard of the Mud Olympics or outhouse racing? Some of these activities might sound a little weird, but keep an open mind. You might discover your life's true calling as an underwater hockey player or bog snorkeler! This nonfiction book describes people's most peculiar pastimes. Developed by Timothy Rasinski and featuring TIME content, this high-interest book includes essential text features like an index, captions, glossary, and table of contents. The intriguing sidebars, detailed images, and in-depth Reader's Guide require students to connect back to the text and encourage multiple readings. The Think Link and Dig Deeper! sections develop students' higher-order thinking skills. The Check It Out! section includes suggested books, videos, and websites for further reading. Aligned with state standards, this title features complex and rigorous content appropriate for students preparing for college and career readiness.
Saskia Peterson is the author of over 100 books for kids! She has written board books, poems, picture books, early readers, chapter books, and activity books. She is co-author and editor of the popular Goats of Anarchy picture book series. One of the books in the series, The Goat With Many Coats, was an Amazon Editor’s Pick and named a Best Book for children ages 3–5. In addition to Benjamin Franklin: One-of-a-Kind Statesman, her most recent work includes a series of decodable board books, a picture book celebrating the cutest animals of all time, and a book about bugs for the best-selling Weird But True series.
