Treuer, Anton
Summary: A "book of questions and answers for Native and non-Native young readers alike. Ranging from 'Why is there such a fuss about nonnative people wearing Indian costumes for Halloween?' to 'Why is it called a traditional Indian fry bread taco?' to 'What's it like for Natives who don't look Native?' to 'Why are Indians so often imagined rather than understood?' and beyond, [this book] does exactly...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Levine Querido 2021
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1 available in Young Adult Non-fiction, Call number: YA 970.004 TRERichardson, Justin
Summary: A psychiatrist and a pediatrician present information to help parents understand their children's sexuality, covering every key stage in a child's sexual development and explaining how to address youngsters' questions.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Crown Publishers 2003
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 649.65 RICRosswood, Eric
Summary: "Are you ready to have kids? More and more gay men are turning to adoption and surrogacy to start their own families. An estimated two million American LBGTQ people would like to adopt and an estimated 65,000 adopted children are living with a gay parent. In 2016, The Chicago Tribune reported that 10 to 20 percent of donor eggs went to gay men expanding their families via surrogacy, and in many...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Mango Publishing 2017
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Summary: "Have you ever wondered why we celebrate Christmas the way we do? In this whimsical book, Jonathan Green tells you all about the fascinating stories behind our most beloved holiday traditions. Make yourself cozy by the fireplace, open up this fully illustrated treasure trove, and learn: Why we sing carols Why we burn Yule logs Why we hang stockings Why we kiss under the mistletoe Why we send...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2017
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Holiday GreenRubinoos
Contents: disc 1. Gorilla -- I think we're alone now -- Leave my heart alone -- Hard to get -- Peek-a-boo -- Rock and roll is dead -- Memories -- Nothing a little love won't cure -- Wouldn't it be nice -- Make it easy -- I never thought it would happen -- Fallin' in love -- I wanna be your boyfriend -- Promise me -- Hold me -- Ronnie -- Drivin' music -- Operator -- Jennifer -- Arcade queen -- Lightning...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Castle Music 2007
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1 available in Compact Audio Disc, Call number: CD POP/ROCK RUBConley, Dalton
Summary: Outlines an engaged approach to child-rearing that is based on strategies for fostering child creativity and confidence, describing the author's experiences with such methods as bribing, conditioning psychology, and placebo medications.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Simon & Schuster 2014
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 649.1 CONDavis, Kenneth C.
Summary: FROM THE PUBLISHER : From the arrival of Columbus through the bizarre election of 2000 and beyond, Davis carries readers on a rollicking ride through more than 500 years of American history. In this updated edition of the classic anti-textbook, he debunks, recounts, and serves up the real story behind the myths and fallacies of American history.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Perennial 2004
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 973 DAVMcDonald, Bob
Summary: "Beloved science commentator Bob McDonald takes us on a tour of our galaxy, unraveling the mysteries of the universe and helping us navigate our place among the stars. How big is our galaxy? Is there life on those distant planets? Are we really made of star dust? And where do stars even come from? In An Earthling's Guide to Outer Space, we finally have the answers to all those questions and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Simon & Schuster 2019
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 520.2 MCDSears, William
Summary: "The million-copy bestseller by "the man who remade motherhood" (TIME) has now been revised, expanded, and bought thoroughly up-to-date -- with the latest information on prenatal vitamins, breastfeeding practices, daycare, midwifery, hospital births, preventing and overcoming postpartum depression, and infant development."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Little, Brown Spark 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 618.92 SEADavis, Kenneth C.
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Publisher / Publication Date: William Morrow 1996
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 973.7 DAVStrumpf, Michael.
Summary: A quick and easy reference guide to the English language, grammar, and usage answers a host of queries on verb tenses and moods, punctuation, capitalization, phrases, clauses, common and proper nouns, and other problematic language issues. A comprehensive, practical reference guide to the idiosyncrasies of the English language No one knows grammar like Michael Strumpf. For over a quarter of a...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Holt 2004
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 428.2 STRKottler, Jeffrey A.
Summary: Translating the latest research, theory, and skills into practical strategies for everyday and professional situations, Jeffrey Kottler presents the wisdom and successful strategies of an array of renowned leaders -- from Steve Jobs to Franklin Delano Roosevelt, George Lucas to Admiral Horatio Nelson -- while citing the challenges they faced and lessons they learned in their respective roles....
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Publisher / Publication Date: Oxford University Press 2018
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 658.5 KOTImmerwahr, Daniel
Summary: "A history of the United States' overseas possessions, from Puerto Rico to the Philippines and beyond, and what they reveal about the true meaning of American empire."--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Farrar, Straus and Giroux 2019
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 973 IMMSanchez, Anita
Summary: Everybody gets itchy, and every kid will love this title that scratches the itch to know more and about the history, anatomy, botany, biology behind it.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 612.7 SANSmith, Patrick
Summary: For millions of people, travel by air is a confounding, uncomfortable, and even fearful experience. Patrick Smith, airline pilot and author of the popular website www.askthepilot.com, separates fact from fallacy and tells you everything you need to know.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sourcebooks 2018
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 387.7 SMICondon, Jeffrey L.
Contents: How you established your living trust without a clear understanding of what it is and how it works, or You don't know what you don't know about your living trust -- What does the living trust do, and how does it do it?, or The best explanation of the living trust you will ever get -- Do you really need a living trust? or, Don't let someone sell you something you don't need -- Who should you...
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Publisher / Publication Date: John Wiley & Sons 2008
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Summary: Interested in art but feel under-informed? Curious but afraid you might not "get" it? Already a fan and wishing to immerse yourself in a fun, engaging, informative and informed read that will refresh your Art HIstory 101 and Introduction to Art courses from college? The 12-hour Art Expert: Everything You Need to Know about Art in a Dozen Masterpieces avoids the common approach of throwing...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Rowman & Littlefield 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 701 CHABerne, Emma Carlson
Summary: "First described by Plato, the idea of Atlantis has existed since 360 BC! Learn about the history of the Greek god Poseidon's relationship with the kingdom and the real research that's been done by historians and scientists who are trying to locate Atlantis. Featured in plenty of movies, books, and comics, Atlantis is still relevant in popular culture today...but does it really exist? Find out...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Workshop 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 001.94 BERSandé, Emeli
Summary: A singer/songwriter with a highly resonant voice and musical influences across adult pop, R&B, and jazz, Emeli Sandé regularly provided guest vocals for several of the U.K's most successful grime artists before she embarked on a successful solo career in 2010. Her forthcoming record features production from Jonny Coffer (Beyoncé, Miley Cyrus), Jim Jonsin (ASAP Rocky, Usher, Eminem), Dl Genius...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2023
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1 available in LP Phonograph Record, Call number: VINYL POP/ROCK SANHynes, Margaret
Summary: Provides fun facts, quirky stories, and information about Asia and experiences to be had there.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 950 HYNPaajanen, Terri
Summary: "Food dehydration is not just for prunes and raisins any more. Thanks to advances in technology, dehydrating foods at home has become easier than ever, allowing you to lock in food's nutritional value while eliminating the water content that causes foods to grow bacteria and mold.".
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Publisher / Publication Date: Atlantic Pub. Group 2012
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 641.4 PAAMarsham, Liz
Summary: Provides a guide to the superheroes and archvillains of the DC universe, featuring such characters as Superman, Batman, Cyborg, Darkseid, Brainiac, John Constantine, and the Joker. The infographic design of each spectacularly illustrated, double-page feature gives readers a totally new slant on the DC Comics Universe and its super-powered heroes and villains, fantastic weapons, futuristic...
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2018
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Summary: "Author Halley Bondy explores the nuances of emotions, comfort, and discomfort in sexually charged and emotionally abusive situations. Tween readers will learn about consent, harassment, abuse, and healthy boundaries in all types of relationships"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Zest Books 2020