Garstecki, Julia

Describes the heroic efforts of the female pilots known as WASPs who served during World War II.

Describes the heroic efforts of the African American pilots known as the Tuskegee Airmen who served during World War II.

Describes the heroic efforts of the American Indian soldiers known as Code Talkers who served during World Wars I and II.

Describes the heroic efforts of the Japanese American soldiers known as the "Go for Broke" regiment who served in the 442nd Regimental combat Team during World War II.

Describes the heroic efforts of the African American soldiers known as Buffalo Soldiers who served on the Western frontier.

With fun facts and real-life connections, shares goofy tongue twisters.

Looks at the habits and behaviors of animals that humans may view as disgusting and explains why they occur.

"All kids have bad habits. But do we ever stop to think that there's a bit of science behind these habits? Each spread in 'Pick, Spit & Scratch!' describes a specific bad habit, and provides multilayered reading opportunities in the form of weird, disgusting facts, and jokes that ratchet up the gross factor by relating bad habits to relatable concepts for kids"--Provided by publisher.

Offers a collection of jokes for children centered around animals. Includes fun facts, an activity, a glossary, and further resources.

Fun facts and real-life connections share goofy jokes about parents and teachers.