Mythbusters with Kate Messner - Unban Coolies

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Kate Messner is passionately curious and writes books for kids who wonder, too. A former news reporter, her award-winning titles include picture books like Over and Under the Snow and How to Write a Story; novels like All the Answers, Breakout, and Chirp; engaging nonfiction like The Next President and Tracking Pythons; the Fergus and Zeke easy reader series, the popular Ranger in Time chapter books, and the new History Smashers illustrated nonfiction series, aimed at unraveling historical myths and sharing hidden truths. Learn more at her website, www.katemessner.com

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Kate Messner is passionately curious and writes books for kids who wonder, too. A former news reporter, her award-winning titles include picture books like Over and Under the Snow and How to Write a Story; novels like All the Answers, Breakout, and...

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