THE NEW JERSEY READER
Written by Trinka Hakes Noble
Illustrated by K. L. Darnell
Sleeping Bear Press, 2009
ISBN-13:978-1-58536-438-1
Trinka pays homage to the Garden State in the entertaining and informative The New Jersey Reader. This 98-page book, patterned after old fashioned primers, showcases the state’s rich heritage and natural charms, as well as its prominent place in American history. Poems, state symbols, hidden pictures and riddles engage the beginning readers, while prose, biographies, non-fiction, short stories and a reader theater challenge more advanced readers. Topics include early Native American culture, the American Revolution, famous citizens, New Jersey firsts, the state nickname and a 500-year-long timeline.
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THE PENNSYLVANIA READER
Written by Trinka Hakes Noble
Illustrated by K. L. Darnell
Sleeping Bear Press, 2007
ISBN-13: 978-1-58536-320-9
The Pennsylvania Reader is patterned after early primers. Colorful illustrations accompany lively prose, poetry, games, and short stories; working together to entertain and educate. This book includes the history behind the state name, state symbols, distinguished citizens, and famous events. Original fiction, such as a Reader Theater drama, provide ample opportunity for student/classroom interaction.
- James Madison Book Award Nominee 2008
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Available at Amazon.com, BarnesandNoble.com and your local independent bookstore. |
Available at Amazon.com, BarnesandNoble.com and your local independent bookstore. |
Now for the young learner, board books for New Jersey and Pennsylvania! State birds, flowers, trees, and animals brought to board book form for the youngest book lover. Toddlers will delight in these books filled with rhyming riddles, framed by brightly painted clues that introduce adorable things that make each state so special. Perfect as a new baby gift, ideal for the Nursery and Pre-School set, and used in Kindergartens, not only to teach about each state, but to teach poetry as well.
ONE FOR ALL
A Pennsylvania Number Book
Written by Trinka Hakes Noble
Illustrated by L. W. Papp
Sleeping Bear Press, 2005
ISBN 1-58536-200-X
Young readers are invited to take an armchair counting tour through the great state of Pennsylvania. Using state symbols, landmark events and famous people, numbers come to life in poetry and prose. Starting with one of the most recognized symbols in the state (and country!)
and working all the way up to the largest chocolate factory in the world, the history and traditions of the Keystone State are brought to life. For more information on the Count Your Way Across the USA Series, please visit Sleeping Bear Press at www.sleepingbearpress.com.
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