Rob Waring

Solar Cooking: Footprint Reading Library 4

Rob Waring

Heinle

2008

pokkari

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Two people from the United States have developed an efficient and healthy way to cook using the sun. Solar cooking good for the environment and is also extremely helpful to people in certain countries. Why is solar cooking important to some countries? How can solar cooking help save lives?

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Opal Town

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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People from around the world travel to Coober Pedy, Australia, with hopes of getting rich. This town is full of valuable stones called ‘opals’. Some opals are worth millions, but they are extremely hard to find. What influences the value of an opal? What does it take to find them?

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ParaLife Rescue!

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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In Brazil, a man has discovered a new way of saving, or rescuing, people from drowning in the ocean. This new rescue method involves a person using a motor-powered aircraft to work with lifeguards on the beach. How do these people work together? Is this an effective way of saving lives?

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The Life of a Geisha

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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In Japan, a young woman named Umechika dreams of becoming a geisha and has left home to follow her dream. This mysterious Japanese profession requires years of difficult training. What happens during the training of a geisha? Why does Umechika want to be one?

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Bird Girl

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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Mary Lou Robertson is a young girl in Florida who has an interesting hobby; she watches birds. In fact, she loves birds so much, that at age 13, she’s even writing a children’s book about them. Why does Mary Lou love birds so much? How did she write a book at such a young age?

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Orangutan Language

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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Orangutans are animals that are similar to humans in many ways. One similarity is their ability to communicate through language. This ability is being studied in a program at a zoo in Washington, D.C. What is the purpose of this program? How does it work?

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Saving the Pandas!

Rob Waring; National Geographic

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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Giant Pandas are considered the national treasure of China. Unfortunately, these animals are becoming extinct. The people of China are working hard to save pandas from disappearing. Why are they becoming extinct? What are the Chinese people doing to save them?

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Beagle Patrol

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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Beagles are dogs with an extremely powerful sense of smell. They often work at airports to find illegal or unsafe items. Before they can do the job,, they must go through training. What does it take to be on the Beagle Patrol? What happens to dogs that don't make it?

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Chuckwagon Racing

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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Every year, over 500 cowboys and cowgirls gather in western Canada. They want to test their rodeo skills at the famous Calgary Stampede. This year, two cowboys intend to win one of the most exciting-and dangerous-events: chuckwagon racing! Which cowboy will win? Will he do it safely?

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Giant Cave Crocs!

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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Most crocodiles live above ground but an unusual group of crocodiles in Africa lives underground, in caves. A team of scientists will go to Madagascar to learn more about these crocodiles. Will they find any crocodiles? What will happen if they do find a real giant cave croc?

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A Chinese Artist in Harlem: Footprint Reading Library 6

Rob Waring

Heinle

2008

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Ming is an artist from China who now lives and works in New York City. He teaches children in the public school system how to draw and paint. However, he also teaches them something else that's very important. What does Ming teach the children and why is it so important?

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The Gauchos of Argentina: Footprint Reading Library 6

Rob Waring

Heinle

2008

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In Argentina, there is a group of men who live a unique life; the life of a gaucho. This special type of cowboy has been continuing the old traditions for centuries. What type of lifestyle do these men have and what does it mean to be a gaucho?

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The Art of Making Silk + Book with Multi-ROM

Rob Waring; National Geographic

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

muu

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There is a silk factory in Florence, Italy, where workers use ancient machines to create beautiful silk cloth. Other factories have modernized and use newer machines but the workers here continue to weave silk from machines that are centuries old. How is this silk made? What makes it special?

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Zoo Dentists + Book with Multi-ROM

Rob Waring; National Geographic

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

muu

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Two dentists in California treat some very special patients. Their patients are animals! Animals can develop dental problems just like humans. These dentists help them, but sometimes it can be dangerous. Have they ever been hurt by an animal? How do they treat dangerous animals?

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The Last of the Cheju Divers: Footprint Reading Library 2

Rob Waring

Heinle

2008

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Cheju, South Korea, is known for its traditional women divers. They have long dived into the ocean to look for seafood. It's dangerous, but there were no other jobs available. Now, women in Cheju have more choices. What jobs can they do? What will happen to the Cheju divers?

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Solar Cooking

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

nidottu

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Two people from the United States have developed an efficient and healthy way to cook using the sun. Solar cooking good for the environment and is also extremely helpful to people in certain countries. Why is solar cooking important to some countries? How can solar cooking help save lives?

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Beagle Patrol

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

nidottu

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Beagles are dogs with an extremely powerful sense of smell. They often work at airports to find illegal or unsafe items. Before they can do the job,, they must go through training. What does it take to be on the Beagle Patrol? What happens to dogs that don't make it?

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Chuckwagon Racing

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

nidottu

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Every year, over 500 cowboys and cowgirls gather in western Canada. They want to test their rodeo skills at the famous Calgary Stampede. This year, two cowboys intend to win one of the most exciting-and dangerous-events: chuckwagon racing! Which cowboy will win? Will he do it safely?

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Confucianism in China: Footprint Reading Library 5

Rob Waring

Heinle

2008

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Confucius (551-479 B.C.) is a well-known person in Chinese history. He had many followers who believed in what he taught and who spread his ideas throughout the country. Confucius continues to influence many parts of Chinese life. What were his ideas? How do they still affect China today?

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One Woman's Choice

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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Flora grew up in a large city in Tanzania. Then she married and moved to a small village where she and her husband hunt and farm to live. She dreams of going back to the city but doesn’t want to leave her family. Will Flora stay in the village? Will she move back to the city?

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