Bonnie Bader

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Bonnie Bader has written over 50 books for young people including 6 books in the popular Who Was? series and several licensed tie-ins. Some of her titles include: Who Was Martin Luther King, Jr.?, Who Was Jacqueline Kennedy?, My Little Golden Book of Sharks, and Fly, Butterfly. She was the Associate Publisher at Penguin Young Readers for 14 years, where she edited many best-selling series and created the Penguin Young Readers leveled-reading program. Currently, Bonnie serves on the Board of Advisors for the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, and acts as the Publishing Advisor for the Society. In addition, Bonnie teaches classes to published and pre-published authors and illustrators. Bonnie holds a Master of Science in Education, and loves visiting classrooms to share her love of reading and writing.

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Who Was Martin Luther King, Jr.? (Who Was?) Dec 27, 2007

by Bonnie Bader, Who HQ, Elizabeth Wolf

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The story of one of the most influential civil rights activist of our time.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was only 25 when he helped organize the Montgomery Bus Boycott and was soon organizing black people across the country in support of the right to vote, desegregation, and other basic civil rights. Maintaining nonviolent and peaceful tactics even when his life was threatened, King was also an advocate for the poor and spoke out against racial and economic injustice until his death—from an assassin's bullet—in 1968. With clearly written text that explains this tumultuous time in history and 80 black-and-white illustrations, this Who Was? celebrates the vision and the legacy of a remarkable man.

Other Formats: Audible Audiobook , Library Binding , Paperback

Who Was Alexander Graham Bell? (Who Was?) Oct 31, 2013

by Bonnie Bader, Who HQ, David Groff

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Did you know that Bell's amazing invention--the telephone--stemmed from his work on teaching the deaf? Both his mother and wife were deaf. Or, did you know that in later years he refused to have a telephone in his study? Bell's story will fascinate young readers interested in the early history of modern technology!

Other Formats: Library Binding , Paperback

Who Was Jacqueline Kennedy? (Who Was?) Dec 6, 2016

by Bonnie Bader, Who HQ, Joseph J. M. Qiu

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Through this engaging Who Was? biography, kids will discover the woman behind the sunglasses.

Private and bookish, Jackie Kennedy found herself thrust into the world spotlight as the young and glamorous wife of the President John F. Kennedy. As First Lady she restored the once neglected rooms of the White House to their former glory, and through her charm and elegance became a style icon whose influence is still felt even today. Kids will be fascinated to read about a First Family whose youth, intelligence, and good looks captivated America in the early 1960s.

Other Formats: Library Binding , Paperback

What Is the World Cup? (What Was?) Mar 6, 2018

by Bonnie Bader, Who HQ, Stephen Marchesi

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GOOOAAAAAL! Get ready for a front-row seat at the world's most-watched sporting event--the World Cup.

Every four years, thirty-two of the best men's soccer teams from across the globe compete for the title of FIFA World Cup winner. Over one billion people tuned in worldwide to watch the final game of the 2014 competition, making the World Cup the most widely viewed sporting event in the world, exceeding even the Summer Olympics! This book takes a look back at what has changed since the first tournament in 1930 and what lies ahead for the most popular sport in the world.

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My Little Golden Book About Sharks Jun 28, 2016

by Bonnie Bader, Steph Laberis

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This simple yet informative book brings to life the fascinating world of sharks. Little ones will enjoy bright, bold artwork and lively descriptions of all kinds of sharks, from the fierce great white to the rare goblin. They’ll learn that sharks have teeth but no bones, as well as interesting facts about diet, camouflage, and habitat that teach why we must care about sharks.

Other Formats: Hardcover

Who Was Christopher Columbus? (Who Was?) Jun 27, 2013

by Bonnie Bader, Who HQ, Nancy Harrison

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Learn all about Christopher Columbus' early life at sea, which led him to seek fortune by sailing west in hopes of creating new trade routes with the Indies. Kids will read about why he called himself the "Great Admirald of the Seas" and learn of all his struggles to find finacial support for his voyage.

Other Formats: Library Binding , Paperback

Play with Blue (Penguin Young Readers, Level 1) Mar 21, 2013

by Bonnie Bader, Michael Robertson

( 39 )

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Blue is an alien. When his spaceship lands in a backyard on Earth, he is determined to make friends with the boys and girls that live there. But first he will have to show that he is friendly. Who will play with Blue?

This Level 1 reader is simple, fun, and rich with picture clues.

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My Little Golden Book About Bugs May 12, 2020

by Bonnie Bader, Emma Jayne

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This nonfiction Little Golden Book is filled with amazing facts about bugs--perfect for preschoolers!

Some creep and crawl, some fly and flutter--they're bugs! And kids are fascinated by them. This simple yet informative Little Golden Book introduces a variety of bugs to preschoolers. They'll love the colorful illustrations and the cool facts about ants, spiders, butterflies, beetles, stick bugs, honey bees, praying mantises, and many more. This is a book that young bug enthusiasts will want to look at again and again!

Other Formats: Hardcover

Slow, Slow Sloths (Penguin Young Readers, Level 2) Jul 19, 2016

by Bonnie Bader

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This adorable book all about sloths is perfect for young animal-lovers!

This fact-and-photo-filled book features one of the cutest and most unique animals out there--the sloth! Did you know that sloths sleep up to twenty hours a day? Did you know they descend from their trees once a week to go to the bathroom? In this nonfiction reader, kids will learn all about this sleepy, slow-moving mammal.

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My Little Golden Book About Abraham Lincoln Nov 1, 2016

by Bonnie Bader, Viviana Garofoli

( 451 )

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Preschoolers can learn all about Abraham Lincoln in this all-American Little Golden Book!

Bright pictures and a simple story capture the essence of one of our most popular presidents. Little ones will enjoy key anecdotes about Lincoln, beginning with young Abe's love of reading. Fun facts at the end—such as Lincoln’s declaration of the final Thursday in November as Thanksgiving day—round out this nonfiction book full of Little Golden Book charm.

And look for: My Little Golden Book About George Washington.

Other Formats: Hardcover

Kit-Kit-Kittens (Penguin Young Readers, Level 2) Mar 10, 2015

by Bonnie Bader

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Calling all cat lovers learning to read!

Learn all about kittens in this fact-and-photo-filled book that captures all the charm of these adorable animals! This new nonfiction reader will teach kids about different breeds, how kittens grow, and how to take good care of your own kitten.

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Ham-Ham-Hamsters (Penguin Young Readers, Level 2) Nov 8, 2016

by Bonnie Bader

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Learn all about hamsters in this fact-and-photo-filled book for young readers!

Their tiny feet scamper across cages and sprint on exercise wheels. Their little noses sniff the air and their whiskers twitch as they stuff their cheeks with food. As some of the most adorable members of the rodent family, hamsters make very popular pets. Especially in the classroom! In this nonfiction reader, kids will learn all about how to care for these cute critters.

Other Formats: Hardcover , Paperback

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