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1) Glasses
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English
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"A nonfiction 'biography' of glasses, an everyday object that has become ubiquitous, starting with the discovery of the magnifying properties of glass through the development of the eye chart, plastic lenses, and contact lenses"--
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English
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"Four-eyes! Nerd! These are just some of the mean things people say to kids with glasses. But did you know some of the smartest people to ever have lived all wore glasses? Glasses help many people read better and see far-away things better. Glasses can be a secret tool to being cool"--
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Publisher
Blue Apple Books
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
"Does an Owl Wear Eyeglasses? explores the eyes and sight-abilities of various animals--and why most don't need or won't ever wear glasses. This leads into an exploration of how humans are able to improve their natural sight (and see things well beyond what 20/20 vision offers) and how people with vision limitations handle their daily lives."--
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Publisher
Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
In this book from the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Corazon Aquino, the first female president of the Philippines. Little Cory was a shy, studious child with a great sense of justice. As a young woman and wife, she and her family felt compelled to speak out against the unjust leader who was ruining their country. Showing bravery, reliability and honesty, she led the revolution that ended the dictators...
5) Cuatro ojos
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Publisher
Graphix un sello editorial de Scholastic
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
Español
Description
"El sexto grado no es tan genial como Rex pensó que sería. Es el único chico que no ha dado el estirón, y los abusones se lo recordarán a cada instante. Ya no puede confiar en su mejor amigo, y no puede dejar de pensar en una linda chica de su clase, que es posible esté interesada en él. Con tantas cosas sucediendo, a Rex todo le resulta borroso, ¡hasta su visión! Entonces descubre que necesita usar gafas, y su familia solo puede comprarle...
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Publisher
KidHaven Publishing, an imprint of Greenhaven Publishing
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
Wearing glasses for the first time doesn't have to be scary. Readers learn what it's like to wear glasses and how it helps improve one's vision. The sensitive tone promotes acceptance and understanding of those who wear glasses, helping young readers become more empathetic toward their peers. It is also relatable for those who already wear glasses and is comforting to those preparing to receive their first pair of glasses. The illustrated characters,...
10) Vision disorders
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Marshall Cavendish Benchmark
Pub. Date
c2010
Language
English
Description
This book provides information on the causes, treatment, and history of vision disorders.
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Series
Publisher
Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
Español
Description
"El pequeña Corazón era un niña tímida, estudiosa y con un gran sentido de la justicia. Como mujer joven y esposa, ella y su familia se sintieron obligados a hablar en contra del líder injusto que estaba arruinando su país. Mostrando valentía, confiabilidad y honestidad, lideró la revolución que terminó con el gobierno del dictador y se convirtió en la presidenta de Filipinas. El texto fácil de entender y accesible da vida a la historia...
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