Matt Doeden
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Language
English
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Description
This You Choose adventure is told from three different perspectives--the witch tries to explain that her motives are innocent; Gretel helps her brother Hansel explore a planet made of chocolate; and Hansel follows his wheelchair-bound friend Gretel into a virtual reality simulation--and the reader chooses which plot to pursue.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
As USA TODAY, the Nation's No. 1 Newspaper, noted, Lady Gaga is an "Overnight sensation who went from a Yonkers [New York] lounge act to, well, a fame monster." The meteoric rise of Stefani Germanotta, aka Lady Gaga, to the top of the pop charts surprised some. But Gaga spent years working, waiting, and honing her craft in the underground New York music scene, until her singles "Just Dance" and "Poker Face" launched her to international fame in 2008....
8) Tony Dungy
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Series
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
Although Tony Dungy was passed over in the 1977 NFL draft, Coach Chuck Noll of the Pittsburgh Steelers recognized his athleticism and understanding of the game and signed him as a free agent. Later, at the age of 25, Dungy began his NFL coaching career with the Steelers. He went on to coach the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and then considered retiring from football. Instead, he accepted a coaching job with the Indianapolis Colts and in 2007 became the first...
Author
Pub. Date
2011
Language
English
Description
Americans are sharply divided on the issue of gun control. Some people believe that inadequate gun laws make the United States a dangerous place. They believe that stricter laws could keep guns away from children, criminals, and people with serious mental illness. Gun-control supporters say that reducing the number of guns in society also reduces the number of gun deaths. Other people strongly disagree. They believe that the shooters—not their guns—are...
Author
Pub. Date
2011
Language
English
Description
On April 29, 2011, the whole world watched as Prince William of Wales and Kate Middleton exchanged marriage vows. This royal wedding was one of the most anticipated events in England in recent years. Ever since the couple officially announced their engagement in November 2010, every detail of the wedding has captured headlines around the globe.
Why all the excitement? William is second in line to become Britain's king. William Arthur
13) Combat sports
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Series
Pub. Date
[2016]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Presents information about the rules and types of combat sports in the Olympics, including wrestling, boxing, tae kwon do, judo, and fencing"--
15) Dirt bikes
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32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
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English
Description
"Dirt bike racers soar over jumps and race through mud to the finish line. From motocross and supercross tracks to freestyle motocross, see dirt bikes in action and learn about the design that makes it possible for bikes and their riders to get big air."--Provided by publisher.
16) The U.S. Army
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Pub. Date
[2009]
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 24 x 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
From flying helicopters to driving tanks, Army soldiers have many jobs. They risk their lives to protect the United States. Big photographs show the powerful machines, high-tech tools, and brave people that make up the Army.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2010]
Physical Desc
112 pages : illustrations (some color), color maps ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Describes the people and events of the Civil War. The reader's choices reveal the historical details from the perspective of a Union soldier at Gettysburg, a civilian during the siege of Vicksburg, or a Confederate soldier at Chancellorsville"--Provided by publisher.
18) Lowriders
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Language
English
Description
"Not all cars are built for speed. From the inside out, lowriders are built for style. See how owners use hydraulics, chrome, booming speaker systems, and custom paint jobs to build cars unlike anything else on the road."--Provided by publisher.
19) Semitrucks
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Series
Pub. Date
[2007]
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 24 x 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Simple text and photographs present semitrucks, their parts, and how drivers use them"--Provided by publisher.