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Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
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"Maggie Nichols' official memoir is an inspirational tell-all about the abuse she suffered under the USA national gymnastic team and how she managed to redefine herself in the face of adversity. In 2015, Maggie risked everything when she revealed to her coach how USAG doctor Larry Nassar had been sexually abusing the athletes under his care. What ensued was an investigation that would capture the nation, involving multiple faculty members of the gymnastics...
82) Myanmar
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Series
Pub. Date
2019.
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations, color map ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
"A book for young readers about the history and culture of Myanmar"--
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Language
English
Description
Alligators and crocodiles are some of the closest living relatives of dinosaurs, but can you spot the differences between these two gigantic reptiles? Learn what makes each prehistoric creature unique and more in this toothy introduction to alligators and crocodiles.
"This updated edition vetted by an expert introduces young readers to everything they would want to know about the closest living relatives of dinosaurs, alligators and crocodiles. With...
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Physical Desc
176 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 23 cm
Language
English
Description
This weird and wonderful fact book for children will teach them about all kinds of bizarre beasts, incredible places and peculiar phenomena. Did you know there's a plant that eats mice? Or that you can dip your toe in a rainbow-colored river? Whether it's geography, people, places, animals, plants, or weather, 1,000 Amazing Weird Facts is the ideal book for curious young minds who are fascinated by our amazing planet. Children aged 9+ will love all...
Author
Pub. Date
2019.
Physical Desc
xviii, 282 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Language
English
Description
Criticizes the way history is presented in current textbooks, and suggests a fresh and more accurate approach to teaching American history.
Loewen examined leading high school American history texts, and concluded that not one does a decent job of making history interesting or memorable. In this edition, adapted for young readers, he helps students develop a deeper understanding of our world. He begins with Native American history, and covers diverse...
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
48 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 26 cm
Language
English
Description
"Start children on the path to a fulfilling, lifelong prayer habit. The Beginner's Bible is a perennial favorite with young children and their parents, impacting 25 million families for over 30 years. Now The Beginner's Bible Let's Learn to Pray offers young children an interactive introduction to prayer, showing them that they can talk to God about anything and everything. Featuring helpful examples from classic Bible stories, children will learn...
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Series
Pub. Date
[2022]
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations, 2 color maps ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of the United Arab Emirates. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country, including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry. Includes reading tips for teachers and parents, a map, quick facts, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index."--...
88) El Salvador
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Series
Pub. Date
2020.
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32 pages : illustrations, color, black & white, color map ; 23 cm.
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English
Description
"El Salvador is a small country in Central America that will excite and intrigue young readers. There are beautiful beaches, volcanoes, and rain forests, as well as growing, lively cities. In each chapter, kids will discover a different aspect of life in El Salvador, including the language, government, economy, music, sports, and food. Vibrant photographs, fun sidebars, and quick facts keep readers engaged and curious about what it's like to live...
89) Spain
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Series
Pub. Date
2019.
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 31 cm.
Language
English
Description
What are schools like in Spain? How tall are the buildings in New York? What do people eat in India? Take a journey through these colorful scrapbooks and learn all about the most interesting places around the world. Look out for coordinate boxes-they will help you explore these places online, too!
90) Sparkly gems
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Series
Pub. Date
2023.
Physical Desc
24 pages : illustrations (color) ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Use your reading superpowers to learn all about beautiful gems, how they are made and used"--
91) Spring seeds
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Series
Pub. Date
2024.
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1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 22 cm
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English
Description
"Discover how seeds spring into action! As winter warms into spring, the amazing life cycle begins--seeds root and sprout and start to grow. From tiny carrot seeds to big avocado seeds and everything in between, discover what seeds can do in this pitch-perfect picture book for younger readers. With clear, informative text and bright, charming illustrations, as well as lots of hilarious interjections from the seeds themselves, this is an exciting start...
Author
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
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"How did a bunch of young people from the inner city create a genre of music that became a global phenomenon? From its humble origins at house parties in the Bronx, where DJs mixed old records to create new sounds, charismatic MCs let their clever lyrics flow, and B-boys and B-girls pioneered inventive dance moves, hip-hop quickly became a musical and cultural revolution." --
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm
Language
English
Description
Entertaining, eye-opening and educational, this deep dive into the microscopic world of germs discusses the microbes in and on our bodies that help us survive, the ones that don't and everything in between.
96) World War I
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Series
Language
English
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Description
Learn all about military vehicles and tank warfare, the first ever gas attacks used during a war and Armistice, and peace after four years of fighting.
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
304 pages : color illustrations ; 31 cm.
Language
English
Description
Discover Earth's strangest natural wonders, animals, festivals, ancient architecture, news, and more in this annual compendium of everything Weird But True! fans love ... and then some. Readers will journey across the seven continents, dive into the ocean, and even blast off into space to discover a whole wide world of weird. From volcano-surfing in Nicaragua to a beach in Japan where the "sand" is shaped like stars to extreme ironing competitions...
Author
Pub. Date
[2021]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 22 x 26 cm
Language
English
Description
"Sesame Street loves community helpers. And when it comes to keeping the community safe, police officers are the community helpers to call. Cookie Monster and his friends help young readers learn all about police officers."--
99) Seasons
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Series
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"What happens in nature as the seasons change? Come explore spring, summer, fall, and winter to find out!"--
100) Presidents' Day
Author
Pub. Date
2024.
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"From Washington to Lincoln, Presidents' Day is a day to honor leaders! Young learners can find out more about this patriotic holiday with this fact-filled title."--
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