Books written by Kathleen V. Kudlinski
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Boy, Were We Wrong about the Weather!
"Examines what is known about weather--storms, predictions, climate, and other characteristics--and how different the facts are from what scientists, from ancient Sumerians to the recent past, believed to be true"--
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Venus Flytraps
How are Venus flytraps different from the plants you see every day ? How are they the same ? What does a flytrap seedling need to grow ? What are the parts of the Venus flytrap's flowers ? Why does the flytrap plant eat insects ?
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Rachel Carson: Pioneer of Ecology
A biography of the marine biologist and author whose writings stressed the interrelation of all living things and the dependence of human welfare on natural processes
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Juliette Gordon Low: America's First Girl Scout
"Forget that I am deaf and blind and think of me as an ordinary woman," wrote Helen Keller?but she was anything but ordinary.
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Joan of Arc
Presents the life of the saint who heard voices that she believed were from God instructing her to save France from the English.
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Rachel Carson: Pioneer of Ecology
More than a history lesson, these books offer carefully documented life stories that will inform, inspire, and engage.
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Pearl Harbor Is Burning!: A Story of World War II
Frank thought that he'd found a new friend--but he never expected a war to come between them.
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Boy, Were We Wrong About the Human Body!
From healing by applying leeches, to the ancient practice of acupuncture, to the discovery and study of DNA, this is the story of what we know about our bodies and how we still have lots to learn.
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Rebel with a Cause: The Daring Adventure of Dicey Langston, Girl Spy of the American Revolution
"Tells the story of a young Revolutionary War hero, Dicey Langston, who warned the Patriots of an attack by the brutal Loyalist leader "Bloody Bill" Cunningham"--
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Hero Over Here
A young boy must look after his sick mother and sister while his father and brother fight in World War I.
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Food for Life
Teaches nonfiction guided reading using books that support the social studies and science curricula.
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Facing West: A Story of the Oregon Trail
When his family travels west via wagon train in 1845, Ben faces many adventures and hardships.
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Rebel with a Cause: The Daring Adventure of Dicey Langston, Girl Spy of the American Revolution
None of their Loyalist neighbors can find out that Dicey's family are Patriots, but she must warn her brothers. Discover the gripping true story of how brave Dicey saves many lives ... and who risked her own life for independence.
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Marie: An Invitation to Dance, France, 1775
Ten-year-old Marie dreams of becoming a ballerina, but without a wealthy sponsor, she faces a more mundane future dictated by her family's position in pre-Revolutionary Parisian society.
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What Do Roots Do?
Uses rhyme to examine how roots function and how they benefit trees, flowers, and various types of plants in all environments.
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Helen Keller: A Light for the Blind
"Forget that I am deaf and blind and think of me as an ordinary woman," wrote Helen Keller--but she was anything but ordinary.
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Boy, Were We Wrong About Dinosaurs!
Even today, notions about dinosaurs are being revised as new discoveries are made. This lively book offers fascinating insight into how certain theories were formulated, and then how those theories were proved or disproved.
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Helen Keller: A Light for the Blind
A biography detailing Helen Keller's adventurous life as she worked tirelessly to lead the way for handicapped people.
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Boy, Were We Wrong about the Solar System!.
From the first humans wondering about the night sky to the demotion of Pluto to dwarf planet status, this book is an entertaining and informative look at how scientific theories change over time.
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Boy, Were We Wrong About the Weather!
This award-winning series is especially meant for the budding scientist and is perfect for children who are fascinated by the natural world and how it works.