Shamir, Yoav
Summary: Follows Shamir as he attempts to determine the current state of antisemitism; includes talks with members and critics of the Anti-defamation League, a trip to Auschwitz with Jewish school-children, and a visit to Brooklyn to investigate reports of violence.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: First Run Features 2010
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1 available in TC Film Fest DVDs, Call number: DVD TCFF DEFOakley, Barbara A.
Summary: "A surprisingly simple way for students to master any subject--based on one of the world's most popular online courses and the bestselling book A Mind for Numbers and its wildly popular online companion course "Learning How to Learn" have empowered more than two million learners of all ages from around the world to master subjects that they once struggled with. Fans often wish they'd discovered...
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Publisher / Publication Date: TarcherPerigee 2018
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Summary: Explains how Florida panthers became endangered and describes efforts to help them survive and increase.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Cherry Lake Pub. 2009
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 599.7524 SOMSomervill, Barbara A.
Summary: Describes the economy, government, people, and culture of Mexico.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cherry Lake Pub. 2011
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 972 SOMSomervill, Barbara A.
Summary: Bordering seven other countries, Niger is a landlocked nation in the heart of western Africa. Due to economic troubles, frequent civil wars and disruption of the government, and other problems, poverty is a major issue throughout the country. Nevertheless, Niger is a land of rich history and vibrant culture. Readers will find out what life is like for the people of Niger, from what they learn...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, a division of Scholastic 2016
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Publisher / Publication Date: Prometheus Books 2007
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 155.7 OAKSomervill, Barbara A.
Summary: Describes the geography, economy, government, people, and culture of Japan.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Cherry Lake Pub. 2011
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 952 SOMSomervill, Barbara A.
Summary: "This book details the history, culture, geography and government of South Carolina."--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 975.7 SOMSomervill, Barbara A.
Summary: Describes the geography, history, government, economy, and culture of Taiwan.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: 2014
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 951.249 SOMSomervill, Barbara A.
Summary: Describes the history, geography, ecology, people, economy, cities, and sights of the state of Tennessee.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 2010
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 976.8 SOMOakley, Barbara A.
Summary: Engineering professor Barbara Oakley knows firsthand how it feels to struggle with math. In her book, she offers you the tools needed to get a better grasp of that intimidating but inescapable field.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Jeremy P. Tarcher/Penguin 2014
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 510 OAKSomervill, Barbara A.
Summary: Together, Australia and the many small islands of Oceania make up Earths smallest continent. Yet though the continent is small, it is packed with plenty to see. Readers will hop from island to island as they examine the incredible wildlife and landscapes of Australia and Oceania. Along the way, they will also explore the continents history with rich text and stunning visuals, and meet the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 994 SOMSomervill, Barbara A.
Summary: Presents an account of the famous Supreme Court case that led to the outlawing of racial segregation in public schools.
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Publisher / Publication Date: The Child's World 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 344.73 SOMSomervill, Barbara A.
Summary: One of the world’s major economic centers, Hong Kong occupies a unique status as both a part of China and a mostly independent region. Readers will get an up-close look at Hong Kong’s stunning cityscapes and green hills as they learn about the region’s people and culture. They will also learn about Hong Kong’s long, fascinating history, from its earliest settlement thousands of years ago to its...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 951.2 SOMSomervill, Barbara A.
Summary: Describes the life cycle of a hurricane and explains how math is used to predict and track a storm's path.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cherry Lake Pub. 2012
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Summary: Discusses the history, government, culture, people, climate, wildlife, and plants of this island nation.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 949.12 SOMSomervill, Barbara A.
Summary: A desert land located along the east coast of the Arabian Peninsula, the area now known as the United Arab Emirates was once occupied mainly by groups of roaming nomads. Today, it is home to sprawling modern cityscapes, with luxurious accommodations that draw tourists and businesspeople from all around the world. Readers will find out how the United Arab Emirates has grown and changed over...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, An Imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 953 SOMOakley, Barbara A.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Prometheus Books 2011
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 364 OAKSomervill, Barbara A.
Summary: In 1839, African slaves who rebelled against their Spanish owners on the Amistad schooner were charged with murder in the United States. This book details the famous U.S. Supreme Court case that ultimately ruled in favor of the black captives.
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Publisher / Publication Date: The Child's World 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 326.0973 SOMSomervill, Barbara A.
Summary: Examines the culture and history of ancient Mayas.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 972 SOMBarra, Allen.
Summary: Barra exposes the uncanny parallels--and lifelong friendship--between Micky Mantle and Willie Mays, two of the greatest baseball players ever to take the field.
Format: sound recording-nonmusical
Publisher / Publication Date: Recorded Books 2013
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1 available in Compact Disc Audio Book, Call number: CD 920 BARLeider, Richard.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Berrett-Koehler Publishers 2004
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 158.1 LEISummary: Ted heads to Africa in search of exhibits that will bolster the popularity of his friend's natural history museum, where he is befriended by George, a very curious monkey that leads Ted on a never-ending series of adventures.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: Universal Studios Home Entertainment 2006
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1 available in Children's videos, Call number: JE DVD CuriousNadler, Steven M.
Summary: "Why the tools of philosophy offer a powerful antidote to today's epidemic of irrationalityThere is an epidemic of bad thinking in the world today. An alarming number of people are embracing crazy, even dangerous, ideas. They believe that vaccinations cause autism. They reject the scientific consensus on climate change as a "hoax." And they blame the spread of COVID-19 on the 5G network or a...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Princeton University Press 2021