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West Coast Wild: A Nature Alphabet

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West Coast Wild: A Nature Alphabet
by Deborah Hodge (Author) and Karen Reczuch (Illustrator)

Booktalk: This stunning nature alphabet book explores the fascinating ecosystem of the Pacific West Coast — a magnificent area that combines an ancient rainforest, a rugged beach and a vast, open ocean, and where whales, bears, wolves, eagles and a rich variety of marine species thrive in an interconnected web of life.

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It’s STEM Friday! (STEM is Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)

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United Way

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United Way
by Katie Marsico (Author)

Booktalk: How do nonprofits and charities work? What problems do they need to solve? In United Way, readers will discover the ways this organization contributes positively to the world. Sidebars and back matter ask questions for text-dependent analysis. Photos, a glossary, and additional resources are included.

Snippet: In order to build stronger communities, United Way relies on both paid staff and volunteers. They include doctors, counselors, lawyers, accountants, and teachers.

United Way depends heavily on people and organizations with strong financial, communication, and management skills. They coordinate the efforts of different individuals and groups involved in community projects.

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