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Charli Explores STEM™ Series: Educational Information Charli is a young girl who imagines herself in various STEM-related careers. These 96-page transitional chapter books are for Grades 2-3. This series serves several purposes: 1) Each book showcases STEM as being fascinating and fun. 2) Each book improves literacy by modeling a circular narrative, as well as the author's voice. 3) Each book helps readers transition from picture books to chapter books, encouraging them to construct more meaning from text than from visual clues. 4) Each book enables readers to make connections to their own lives, communities, and aspirations. 5) Each book exposes readers to a specific STEM career, thus expanding their knowledge and vocabulary bases. 6) Each book explores a career for which at least one STEM component is necessary, as well as practically applied. Thus, readers are encouraged to pursue and be empowered by STEM education. 7) In each book, Charli demonstrates leadership, problem solving skills, working well with others, empathy, and community-mindedness. 8) Each book encourages readers to believe in themselves and in their ability to achieve their aspirations.

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Emmolly Books encourages and empowers young readers through STEM chapter books featuring strong female characters. Grades 2-3. Charli Explores STEM® Series by Award-Winning Author Vicki Scott Burns Click on the covers for more information! SHOP NOW Also available at Ingram, Event Network, Amazon, and wherever books are sold. Lexile 640L Lexile 620L Lexile 690L The Charli Explores STEM® series shows children how curiosity can lead to confidence, leadership, and meaningful change. It reinforces that science is not just something you study; it is something you can use to make a difference. Praised By Kirkus Reviews, Book Life, and other industry reviewers, you can be sure that the Charli Explores STEM® series will delight readers time and time again as they are inspired to extend their learning beyond the back cover. Ideal for classrooms, homeschoolers, and independent readers, this series supports STEM learning, social-emotional growth, and career exploration. Add the Charli Explores STEM® series to your child’s or classroom library and inspire young readers to believe that anything is possible! Charli's Turtle Triumph Charli's Pawsome Park Charli's Dorsal Device FREE, professionally developed lesson plans/activities meet many CCSS! Request them here . Subscribe below for updates.

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Author Visits I am available to come to your school or institution and present any of my Charli Explores STEM® books! What you'll receive from me: 1) A typical presentation is designed for grades 2 and 3, and is 45-50 minutes long. Presentations for grades K-1 and 4-5 (modifications of the visit described below) are available upon request. Price is per presentation. This engaging, interactive presentation includes: A brief introduction about me, about how I became a published author, and about my writing process A read aloud of one book (school choice) from my Charli Explores STEM® series Cover reveal and "before reading" questions/predictions "During" questions addressing new vocabulary or concepts as needed "After" questions following each chapter (comprehension questions, brainstorming problems Charli may face, making predictions, etc.) Q&A session 2) A master pre-order form for students will be provided. Online pre-orders are offered at a 20% discount, and they will be signed and delivered on the day of the visit. 3) A $500 minimum program commitment applies. (Virtual visits are half-price.) To help make visits accessible, we offer two payment options: A straight visit fee of $500 without a book minimum OR A blended pricing option with a combination of a $350 visit fee and a minimum of $150 in pre-ordered books. Books pre-ordered by students will be 20% off the cover price. Books pre-ordered by the school will receive a wholesale discount which varies with quantity. The $500 minimum fee includes travel within a 2-hour radius from Newport, RI. For travel between a 2-hour and 4-hour radius, an additional $150 fee is required. For travel exceeding a 4-hour radius, additional fees will be discussed. Virtual visits are available. Please complete the form below for more details. 4) A set of professionally developed lesson plans/activities for the chosen book is included in the fee. 5) Photos are welcome! Please share with me via vickiscottburns@emmollybooks.com 6) I request: Power A 6' long table to display books and to sit and sign books A chair A smart screen to display my Power Point slideshow A microphone if necessary depending on the size of the space and audience An aisle down the center of the audience so that I can interact with the students Please complete the form below. Request an Author Visit First name* Last name* Email* Phone School/institution name and location* Position* Number of Presentations* Grades* Date(s) requested and time* Pricing plan* Straight $500 visit fee per presentation Combination of a $350 visit fee and a guaranteed $150 book purchase per presentation Type of visit* In-person Virtual Request

BUY NOW Lexile Level: 690L Synopsis When Charli meets an engineer at Career Day, she can't stop thinking about what it would be like to be an engineer herself. Soon, she is lost in an engineering daydream, designing a tracking device that will let a rescued dolphin return to the ocean. But will creating a device that can attach to the dolphin and work underwater be more than Charli can handle? BUY NOW Industry Reviews "A rousing story that shows girls getting excited about STEM. Our verdict: GET IT." --Kirkus Reviews " Best of all, the story celebrates problem-solving as a key part of science, showing the steps Charli uses to overcome design problems as they occur in real time—and how rewarding it is when she finds the solutions! Inspiring and informative, Charli’s Dorsal Device is a fantastic new addition to the series." —The Children's Book Review "With a focus on curiosity, persistence, and creativity, Charli’s Dorsal Device is an uplifting book that will inspire children to dream often and dream big." —Indies Today "It would be great for early elementary readers, classrooms doing STEM units, or any family that wants to nudge their kids, especially girls, toward science and engineering without it feeling like a lecture." --The Literary Titan Charli's Dorsal Device An Engineering Adventure (Charli Explores STEM® #3) What if one smart invention could help an animal return home? Follow Charli as her curiosity leads her into the exciting world of engineering and innovation. When Charli meets an engineer and learns how technology can help animals in need, she can’t stop wondering what it would be like to design something that truly makes a difference. Her imagination sparks when she learns about a rescued dolphin that needs help returning safely to the ocean. But the challenge is complex. The device must work underwater, stay secure, and protect the dolphin’s well-being. As imagination turns into action, Charli steps into the role of an engineer—testing ideas, learning from mistakes, and improving her design through perseverance and teamwork. She soon discovers that engineering isn’t about getting everything right the first time, but about problem-solving, creativity, and determination. With Charli’s help, readers explore: • Engineering and STEM careers • Design thinking and problem-solving • How technology can help protect marine animals • The importance of testing, failure, and redesign • Confidence, resilience, and collaboration Perfect for readers ages 6–9, this engaging chapter book encourages curiosity, critical thinking, and early interest in engineering and STEM careers. Ideal for classrooms, homeschoolers, and independent readers, Charli’s Dorsal Device supports STEM learning, social-emotional growth, and career exploration. Add Charli’s Dorsal Device to your child’s or classroom library and inspire young readers to believe that anything is possible! Request an Author Visit Click here to schedule a fun, engaging author visit! In-person and virtual visits available. FREE LESSON PLANS/ACTIVITIES! They're professionally produced, engaging, and meet many CCSS. ORDER NOW Book Details ISBN: 978-1964845074 Format: Paperback Pages: 96 Size: 5.5" x7.25" Grades: 2-3 Language: English Publisher: Emmolly Books Lexile:

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