How the Paper Fish Learned to Swim


Book Description

"Reluctantly, Daishinji sets her creation fee, even though she is sure that the paper fish will be destroyed and that "imaginary things must stay in imaginary places." But amazingly, to the origami master's surprise, the fish becomes real, and a part of something much bigger than Daishinji could ever have imagined, proving that great ideas outgrow their creators and take on lives of their own."




How Fish Learned to Swim


Book Description

This splashingly creative, refreshingly original story answers an age-old question -- How did fish learn to swim? In a world of walking fish, Swimmer could only float, which got him kicked out of the Walking Games. So, dive into Ocean Prim! While there you will discover more about Swimmer and How Fish Learned to Swim.




Fin, the Fish Who Learns to Swim


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This is an inspiring tale of acceptance, learning and determination. Fin is a smart and friendly fish, but he hasn't yet mastered just how to swim. How can a fish not know how to swim? At first, Fin can only glide and float. Gradually gaining confidence, with a little help from his fish friends, he learns to swim. This tale motivates children to develop life's skills, and it teaches that we learn in varied ways and at our own pace. Sometimes we need the help of others. Just as kernels of corn, we pop at different times. Fin's journey resonates with children and parents navigating through life's challenges.




Swimmer


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This thrilling story of the Chinook salmon beautifully illustrates nature's circle and the cycle of life. The story of the Chinook salmon is nothing less than a miracle of nature. She hatches from a tiny pearl-colored egg and begins her adventure - a 10,000-mile journey from the gravel bed of Caribou Creek to the Pacific and back. This book is part of the PAWS IV Publishing series and was originally published in 1995. Special thanks to biologists Bill Bushur, Henry Yuen, Suzi Lozo and Richard Barnes and elder Elena Charles and all the kids and parents from Newtok, Atmautlauk, Napaskiak and Kwethluk who helped me understand yaaruiq.




Swimmer an Underwater Superhero Adventure


Book Description

mmerse yourself into the vibrant world of Ocean Prim. This splashingly creative, refreshingly original story answers an age-old question -- How did fish learn to swim? In Ocean Prim, a world of walking fish, floating was frowned upon; it was an absurd notion. All Prim Fish knew to calmly walk in a classy, non-swift motion. But, Swimmer could only float. Swimmer just wanted to be accepted; so one day, he thought he could dazzle the others with his snazzy floating moves. Swimmer twisted, twirled, jumped, and whirled through the water, hoping to impress the crowd that had gathered. Instead, the other fish became angry and demanded Swimmer be kicked out of the Walking Games. So, dive into Ocean Prim! While there, you will learn more about Swimmer's fate and discover How Fish Learned to Swim.







Swimmy


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The gorgeous, Caldecott Honor-winning tale of a very clever fish by beloved picture book creator Leo Lionni. Deep in the sea lives a happy school of fish. Their watery world is full of wonders, but there is also danger, and the little fish are afraid to come out of hiding . . . until Swimmy comes along. Swimmy shows his friends how—with ingenuity and team work—they can overcome any danger. Winner of the 1964 Caldecott Honor, this beloved tale of a brave little fish has been a favorite to generations of readers. To celebrate Swimmy's fiftieth anniversary, we are issuing a handsome special edition hardcover that includes a bonus poster.




Learning About Fishes, Grades 4 - 8


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Bring the outside inside the classroom using Learning about Fishes for grades 4 and up! This 48-page book covers classification, appearance, adaptations, and endangered species. It includes questions, observation activities, crossword puzzles, research projects, study sheets, unit tests, a bibliography, and an answer key.




How Fish Swim


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A fish wiggles its tail to push through the water. Science explains how fish glide underwater. How Fish Swim explains how a fish's body lets it slice through the water, and the forces at work to keep them swimming along. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Kids Core is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.




Teaching and Learning with Infants and Toddlers


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"Maguire-Fong has updated her groundbreaking book designed to assist pre- and inservice professionals working with infants and their families. Each chapter draws from research and real-life infant care settings to provide valuable insights into how to design an infant care program, plan curriculum, assess learning, and work with families"--