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Einstein Exercises Activity Cards 
(Bilingual - French, Spanish, German)
From Roylco
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Invigorate the heart and inspire the brain! Vigorous exercise increases the amount of oxygen going to the brain by 20%. More oxygen helps increase children's ability to perform better in school. Use our cleverly designed exercise routines to improve metal abilities. Perfect for getting the day started, energizing the classroom in the afternoon or preparing students before tests when they need to perform at their peak. Includes 8 exercises designed to raise the heart rate and 8 exercises focused on mental skills and sharpness. Provides suggested routines. 8½ x 11 (22 x 28 cm). Includes teacher guide with instructions in English, French, Spanish and German. Ages 4 and up.
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Manufacturer/Publisher:
Roylco |
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Color & Cook Healthy Snacks
By Monica Wellington
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Join Molly and Jack as they stock up on fresh fruits and vegetables from the farmer’s market, whip up some yummy treats, and have a neighborhood healthy snack sale. This fun-filled coloring book features 28 illustrations and 5 recipes that encourage children to choose delicious, healthy snacks like Salsa Salad, Veggie Chips and Pretzel Wands. Softcover, 30 pages. Ages 4-8.
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Manufacturer/Publisher:
Dover Publications |
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Getting a Grip on Diabetes:
Quick Tips & Techniques for Kids & Teens
By Spike and Bo Loy
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Written from the point of view of the Loy brothers who were diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at ages 6 and 7, this book shares everything they have learned about dealing with diabetes through childhood, the teen years and college. Spike and Bo’s tips and techniques help kids get organized, learn how to manage their health and become more independent while enjoying “everything that anyone else can do” including sports, eating out, camping, traveling and more. Kids and teens with diabetes will be able to directly relate with Spike and Bo and be inspired by their positive attitudes and successes. Softcover, 191 pages. Ages 8 and up.
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Manufacturer/Publisher:
McGraw-Hill |
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487 Really Cool Tips for Kids with Diabetes
By Spike and Bo Loy
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Written by kids for kids and full of tips on everything from playing sports and music to counting carbs, dealing with hormones, using the latest glucose monitoring tools and much more, this book grew out of the responses Spike and Bo received from kids from all over the country. Softcover, 262 pages. Ages 8 and up.
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Manufacturer/Publisher:
McGraw-Hill |
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Rotten Ralph Feels Rotten
By Jack Gantos and Nicole Rubel
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Forgoing the healthy fare Sarah has made, Ralph sneaks out to fill up on decomposing garbage. The next morning has Ralph feeling utterly rotten, to the point of an emergency vet visit. Learning from his bad food choices, Ralph’s story reminds readers that good food equates to feeling good. Hardcover, 48 pages. Ages 4-8.
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Manufacturer/Publisher:
MPS |
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Killing Germs
By Melanie Mitchell
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Filled with facts and photos this informative book leaves nothing left to ponder about germs. Helpful food handling and safety procedures coupled with photos of children participating, will encourage life-long sanitary habits. Includes fact page and glossary. Softcover, 32 pages. Ages 4-8.
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Manufacturer/Publisher:
Lerner Books |
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The Peanut-Free Cafe
By Gloria Koster
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When a new student with a peanut allergy arrives at his school, Simon suggests making the peanut-free table a fun place so his new friend won’t have to eat alone. The plan works wonderfully leaving Simon to discover that even a true peanut butter lover like himself is willing to try a peanut-free lunch at school so he can join the fun. Library binding, 32 pages. Ages 4-8.
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Manufacturer/Publisher:
Albert Whitman & Co. |
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Even Little Kids Get Diabetes
By Connie White Pirner
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In this book a young girl gives a realistic description of her life with diabetes from what it was like to learn she had the disease at age 2 to some of the ways she and her family have adjusted to it. Children who have recently been diagnosed with diabetes will take comfort in knowing what to expect and that they are not alone. Softcover, 24 pages. Ages 4-8.
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Manufacturer/Publisher:
Albert Whitman & Company |
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The Princess and the Peanut Allergy
By Wendy McClure
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Regina has the perfect birthday party all set, with a princess theme and castle cake, nothing can go wrong. All is going to plan until Paula, Regina’s best friend, tells her that she can’t have castle cake, not even a slice, due to her peanut allergy. Bright watercolor illustrations balance informative text about food allergies, how to adapt, and concludes with a note from a pediatric allergist. Hardcover, 32 pages. Ages 4-8.
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Manufacturer/Publisher:
VanitaBooks |
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Fitness for Fun!
By Dana Meachen Rau
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This compact book is chock full of fitness facts, rewards of exercise, and five fun activities that will motivate couch potatoes of all ages. Photographs of runners, jumpers, swimmers, and dancers demonstrate that no matter where one’s current fitness level lies, we can all benefit from activity. Includes glossary, trivia, and timeline of important athletic milestones. Hardcover, 48 pages. Ages 4 and up.
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Manufacturer/Publisher:
Capstone Publishing |
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Big Blue
By Vanita Oelschlager
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With childhood obesity an increasing epidemic, Big Blue addresses the topic by introducing Blue, the bird, and the unfavorable results of his actions. When Big Blue forgoes daily tasks preferring to eat and nap day after day, he becomes too heavy to fly south with the flock. As the winter approaches, Big Blue works hard to survive, resulting in a stronger and healthier Big Blue! Hardcover, 32 pages. Ages 4-8.
Big Blue SCI-6253......$15.95 |
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Manufacturer/Publisher:
VanitaBooks |
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Wiggle and Waggle
(Bank Street College of Education's The Best Children's Books of the Year
& A Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Book
& Earlychildhood NEWS Directors' Choice Award Winner)
By Caroline Arnold
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Worms’ Wiggle and Waggle are no slouches, but a dynamic worm duo who work hard digging through soil helping gardens grow strong and healthy. In five chapters, Wiggle and Waggle balance tough work with plenty of fun- picnics, swimming, and singing. Upbeat text coupled with lively illustrations creates an engaging tale for young readers, along with a page of worm facts to conclude the tale. Softcover, 48 pages. Ages 4-8.
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Manufacturer/Publisher:
Charlesbridge Publishing |
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Wash Your Hands!
By Tony Ross
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Little Princess can’t escape the constant request to wash her hands after playing in the dirt, using the potty, and sneezing! Through energetic illustrations and easy to read text, the Maid explains the threat of germs and nasties that can contaminate foods if not washed away, motivating the Little Princess to wash her hands one more time. Softcover, 24 pages. Ages 4-8.
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Manufacturer/Publisher:
EDC Publishing |
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