Arlene Erlbach's Books

The only survival guide a middle school kid will ever need. It can be the best of times. It can be the worst of times, too. Middle school happens at that tumultuous time in life when one's not a teenager and not a little kid. Middle school means being a middle-aged kid. Expectations-from teachers, parents, friends, siblings-can all change dramatically, causing worry and concern even for the most laid-back student. The Middle School Survival Guide covers every issue, inside school and out, from the most trivial concerns to the most serious issues that middle school students face today. Arlene Erlbach has assembled a teen advisory board of 200 kids between fifth and tenth grade who give advice about topics from cracking a locker combination, to dealing with multiple teachers, to sex and dating.

Profiles business owners who began their businesses between the ages of seven and twelve, describes simple methods of starting a business, and includes tips on accounting and advertising.

Young readers will learn how Jews in the United States and abroad celebrate Hanukkah, an eight-day commemoration of the Maccabean rebellion, when a lamp with enough oil to last only one day burned for eight days and nights. This simple yet engaging book also provides instructions on how to make a dreidel and play the game as well as a recipe for applesauce to enjoy over latkes, roast chicken, or just on its own.

Provides basic information about the welfare system and dispels myths about welfare recipients.

Every December millions of people all over the world wait for the twenty-fifth day of the month. They are looking forward to Christmas, one of the most celebrated holidays of the year. This heavily illustrated volume explores the holidays rich history, as well as various ways it is celebrated around the world. Readers will have a chance to prepare a gingerbread recipe and create a reindeer ornament craft.

Turning dreams into inventions can be a challenge, but lots of kids do it every day. The Kids' Invention Book takes kids step-by-step through the creative process, from finding the inspiration to building a model. The book also includes information on applying for a patent, entering invention contests, and starting an inventors' club.

Describes various games played by children in countries around the world, describing the places where the games are played and the directions and equipment needed for each game.

Want to make Valentines Day even more special? Then follow these easy step-by-step instructions, photographs, and traceable patterns to create unique crafts for Valentine's Day with materials that can be found around the house. You can make a friendship necklace, a Valentine cat, a heart ornament, and much more!

Presents Christmas greetings and traditions, with related activities, from around the world.

Presents some opportunities for young people to perform volunteer service, and briefly profiles some children who are volunteers.

Discusses, using case studies, what strengthens and weakens family life and how relatives interact.

This book lets you know how to work the video games from the design to the care of them.

Thanksgiving has arrived and everyone is ready to celebrate! Help make your Thanksgiving Day fun with these ten unique crafts. Use these easy-to-follow directions and traceable patterns to make your very own rocking miniature MAYFLOWER, a beaded corn pin or magnet, pumpkin napkin rings, and more!

Let your Mom know you think she is special with these creative Mother's Day crafts! FUN MOTHER'S DAY CRAFTS includes ten easy crafts you can make for Mom. Follow simple directions and traceable patterns to make your mom a flower photo card, garden in a jar, or a unique picture frame.

Examines the devastating effects of forest fires, the various techniques used to combat and prevent forest fires, and forest ecology.

Discusses the origins, symbols, decorations and costumes pertaining to Christmas, and includes a Christmas craft project.

Although Laini Olindorf is beautiful and intelligent, she is 15 pounds overweight, and she feels like a lump. Convinced that boys only date thin girls, Laini has just about given up on romance. Then she meets Frank, who seems to like her just the way she is. Just as she's falling in love, Frank's attractive and thin former girlfriend walks back into his life. . . .

From design to shops. The process of making bicycles. Col photos. Glossary. Index. 8-11 yrs.

Describes the history and popularity of teddy bears.

Dramatic and defining moments in American history come vividly the life in the Cornerstones of Freedom series.

Text and photographs follow a twelve-year-old girl as she learns to care for her pet rat.

This book lets you know how to work the video games from the design to the care of them.

Describes how the ingredients of carbonated soft drinks are made, mixed, carbonated, and bottled. Includes simple recipes for making carbonated drinks at home.

Presents Christmas greetings and traditions, with related activities, from around the world.

Homework stinks! It should be illegal. That's why I came up with my radically awesome idea, a movement to stamp out homework for good.

Hearts, candy, hugs, and kisses ... it's Valentine's Day, and it's a great time to show others you care! In Valentine's Day Crafts, authors Arlene and Herbert Erlbach present step-by-step instructions to make ten simple crafts with materials that can be found around the home or in the classroom. So get ready to create some fun crafts and make this Valentine's Day even more special! Book jacket.

Discusses the origins, symbols, decorations and costumes pertaining to Christmas, and includes a Christmas craft project.

Book's by Arlene Erlbach

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