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Gina Shaw

Gina Shaw is a writer and editor who has taught children's book writing at Hofstra University. She is the author of the Smithsonian books Curious About Orangutans, The Poop Sleuth, The Buzz on Insects, Curious About Snow, Curious About Zoo Vets, and Welcome, Bao Bao.
What Is the Women's World Cup?
Tick-Tock!
Curious About Orangutans
The Poop Sleuth
The Buzz on Insects
Curious About Snow
Curious About Zoo Vets
Welcome, Bao Bao

Books

What Is the Women's World Cup?
Tick-Tock!
Curious About Orangutans
The Poop Sleuth
The Buzz on Insects
Curious About Snow
Curious About Zoo Vets
Welcome, Bao Bao

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