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Beth Anderson, a former teacher, loves digging into history and culture for undiscovered gems, exploring points of view, and playing with words. She is drawn to stories that open minds, touch hearts, and inspire questions. Born and raised in Illinois, she now lives in Loveland, Colorado.

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	An Inconvenient Alphabet: Ben Franklin & Noah Webster's Spelling Revolution by Beth Anderson (Goodreads Author), Elizabeth Baddeley (Illustrator) 4.27 avg rating — 325 ratings — published 2018 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Lizzie Demands a Seat!: Elizabeth Jennings Fights for Streetcar Rights by Beth Anderson (Goodreads Author), E.B. Lewis (Illustrator) 4.29 avg rating — 314 ratings — published 2020 — 6 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Revolutionary Prudence Wright: Leading the Minute Women in the Fight for Independence by Beth Anderson (Goodreads Author), Susan Reagan (Goodreads Author) (Illustrations) 4.28 avg rating — 185 ratings — published 2022 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Thomas Jefferson's Battle for Science: Bias, Truth, and a Mighty Moose! by Beth Anderson (Goodreads Author), Jeremy Holmes (Illustrator) 4.15 avg rating — 164 ratings — published 2024 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Cloaked in Courage: Uncovering Deborah Sampson, Patriot Soldier by Beth Anderson (Goodreads Author), Anne Lambelet (Goodreads Author) 4.13 avg rating — 160 ratings — 6 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	"Smelly" Kelly and His Super Senses: How James Kelly's Nose Saved the New York City Subway by Beth Anderson (Goodreads Author), Jenn Harney (Illustrations) 4.15 avg rating — 138 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Hiding in Plain Sight: Kate Warne and the Race to Save Abraham Lincoln by Beth Anderson (Goodreads Author), Sally Wern Comport (illustrator) 4.26 avg rating — 112 ratings — 6 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Tad Lincoln's Restless Wriggle: Pandemonium and Patience in the President's House 4.19 avg rating — 103 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Franz's Phantasmagorical Machine by Beth Anderson (Goodreads Author), Caroline Hamel (Illustrations) 4.23 avg rating — 64 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Patriots and the Pox: George Washington's Battle to Save the Continental Army by Beth Anderson (Goodreads Author), Ashley Yazdani (Illustrator) 4.77 avg rating — 26 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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#AmericanRevolution250 + Especially for Educators: “The Big Why” by Roxanne Troup

A great way to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States is to encourage children to ask big questions about the founding—especially the WHYs! Every time I dive into researching a topic in this fascinating era, the WHYs open the way to deeper understanding and connection. In this post, author Roxanne Troup shares a process to get kids thinking critically about HAPPY BIRTHDAY, AMERICA! a

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Beth Anderson rated a book it was amazing Kekeno, Curious Explorer by Katie Furze (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
What fun to meet a fur seal pup and see his first year learning to be a seal! Rich illustrations, vibrant verbs, and interwoven STEM words make for an engaging read, while short sidebars seem to anticipate a young reader’s questions. Kids will connec ...more
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Beth Anderson rated a book it was amazing A Quilt of Stars: Astronaut Karen Nyberg Stitches a Dream by Karen Nyberg	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
For many children, dreams seem out of reach, and the pull of reality and practicality prevents their “someday” from taking off. This inspiring story follows the path of astronaut Karen Nyberg, who chased her dream and took her “maker” self along for ...more
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Beth Anderson rated a book it was amazing Do Bees Pee?: The Curious and Amazing Ways Nature Avoids Poo-llution by Linda Booth Sweeney (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Through a Q&A format kids learn about poo with purpose. The rhymes push the narrative along, sharing special words for feces of eleven animals along with how it becomes part of the ecosystem, helping to sustain other creatures. Poop isn’t just fertil ...more
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Beth Anderson rated a book it was amazing Meadows of the Sea: The Wonders of Seagrass by Michelle Schaub (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Wow! I never knew about meadows in the ocean! While the flowing, lyrical text gave me the feel of the underwater world, the secondary text provided the science that allowed me to dive deeper, and gorgeous illustrations invited me into the experience. ...more
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Beth Anderson rated a book it was amazing Winter Solstice Hill by Cathy Stefanec Ogren	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
This tender intergenerational story featuring a family tradition is full of heart. The love between “Ella Bella” and “Gramps” comes alive with perfect word choices that engage the reader and invite them into the experience. This story about family, c ...more
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Beth Anderson rated a book it was amazing Under the Clam Moon by Kaitlyn Wells (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
This was my first time ever hunting clams on the beach, in the dark! Because I had no idea what the child narrator might find, I really enjoyed the surprises in this special experience with father and daughter. No spoilers here! Just a recommendation ...more
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Beth Anderson rated a book it was amazing Stone by Stone: A Rock's Journey Through Time by Melissa Koch (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Creative, beautiful art and lyrical text take us from deep in the earth to structures around the world. The reader sees rocks form and move through time to become stones as humans use them to build—homes, bridges, walls. This really fascinating journ ...more
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Beth Anderson rated a book it was amazing Sloths and their Moths by Katie Lee Reinert (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
WOW! Who knew?! Sloths are an entire ecosystem on the move—slowly! I love this! The cumulative simple text is accompanied by more details in sidebars to engage a range of readers. Back matter includes a seek-and-find, glossary, and fun facts. I have ...more
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Beth Anderson rated a book it was amazing The Kimchi Fridge by Tina Cho	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
This fun story invites the reader into a cultural family tradition with a thoroughly modern Korean family! For Korean children, the story is affirming, but for someone like me who’s not familiar with the making of kimchi, it’s a wonderful introductio ...more
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