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Whether as part of a classroom setting or a bedtime read, her stories are invaluable resources for nurturing inquisitive minds.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"libby-loves-science-states-of-matter-by-kimberly-derting-9780063116627","title":"Libby Loves Science: States of Matter","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eLibby Loves Science: States of Matter\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e features a young girl's love for science in this STEM-themed Level 3 I Can Read! title, where Libby and her friends explore solids, liquids, and gases. This is a fantastic choice for aspiring scientists, new readers, and fans of Andrea Beaty’s \u003cem\u003eAda Twist, Scientist\u003c\/em\u003e. The book includes engaging activities, a glossary, and a fun science experiment you can try at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLibby loves science—and experimenting! 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