Denise, Anika
Summary: An inspiring biography of Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez from Pura Belpré Honor-winning creators Anika Aldamuy Denise and Loris Lora! In 2019, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez became the youngest congresswoman in America. How did this young Puertoriquena become an unstoppable force in politics? Find out in this accessible and engaging book for young readers. AOC's remarkable story begins in her...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 921 OCASchultz Nicholson, Lorna
Summary: "The biography of Canadian Joey Moss, a man born with Down syndrome who worked with the NHL Edmonton Oilers hockey team, and was an inspiration for neurodiverse people and an advocate for inclusivity"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sleeping Bear Press 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE SCHHathaway, Lorri
Summary: Savor the taste of wines inspired by the Great Lakes as enthusiasts Lorri Hathaway and Sharon Keggerreis introduce passionate winemakers like Joseph Sterling, who ignited Michigan's first viable wine region in the 1800s along Lake Erie. Discover how the Detroit River was used for bootlegging during prohibition, how the raid on red wine in the Upper Peninsula generated national headlines and how...
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Publisher / Publication Date: History Press 2010
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 641.22 HATBannister, Nonna
Summary: Nonna Bannister carried a secret almost to her Tennessee grave: the diaries she kept as a young girl experiencing the horrors of the Holocaust while learning compassion and love for her fellow human beings. Nonna's writings tell the remarkable tale of how a Russian girl, born into a family that had known wealth and privileges, was exposed to the concentration camps and learned the value of...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc. 2011
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Jeffries, Corina
Summary: "Dinosaurs are fascinating subjects for a young artist. This book explores huge herbivores like Brachiosaurus and Camarasaurus. Readers will also discover vicious carnivores like Tyrannosaurus rex and Deinonychus. Each spread allows readers to deeply connect with the dinosaur through fun facts. Then, it presents accessible step-by-step instructions for how to draw that dinosaur. Incredible...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Windmill Books 2023
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1 available in Young Adult Oversize, Call number: J 743.6 JEFWilliamson, Dorena
Summary: "Church is more than just a building-it's a gathering of God's people to celebrate who he is and all that he has done. It's also where we learn about God's vision for justice and unity! Told in a delightful rhyme, this colorfully illustrated children's book also includes tools to help parents engage in conversation about the content"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: InterVarsity Press 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE WILBorba, Michele
Summary: "Bestselling author Michele Borba offers a 9-step program to help parents cultivate empathy in children, from birth to young adulthood--and explains why developing a healthy sense of empathy is a key predictor of which kids will thrive and succeed in thefuture. In our hyper-connected, social-media-saturated society, many of us (especially young people) are so obsessed with snapping "selfies"...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Touchstone 2016
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 649 BORJansdotter, Lotta
Summary: "The book includes sewing instruction and patterns for basic garments (skirt, shirt, shirt dress, tunic, pants, jacket, and robe) and unique accessories (tote bag, bandana, and more). For each garment, Jansdotter offers ideas for trims, pockets, sleeves,and hemlines to encourage readers to personalize and add details. And once more, she includes the sources of her inspiration and how she and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abrams 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 646.4 JANKrissoff, Liana
Summary: In Slow Cook Modern, Krissoff shares more than 150 recipes, including quick, fresh side dishes created for the adventurous home cook. All the slow cooker recipes are true 8-hour dishes, so you can actually prepare each dish in the morning and finish it quickly when you get home. The goal is to help people make complete meals with ease: Tarragon and Crème Fraîche Chicken with Cranberry-Orange...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abrams 2017
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 641.58 KRIBurns, Loree Griffin
Summary: On November 14, 1963, something exceptional happened in Iceland--and that's saying a lot. In a country where the average summer temperature is 50°F and the sun only appears for a few hours a day during the winter, an event has to be pretty unusual to stand out. The birth of the island of Surtsey, the newest earth on Earth, was just that. On that November day, a volcano fifteen miles offshore...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 577.5 BURKnufinke, Joana Costa
Summary: From the ancient Greeks and Romans to the diverse peoples who inhabit the continent today, Europe has long been an important cultural and historical site. Readers will explore the entirety of this incredible continent, from the far reaches of Scandinavia to the Mediterranean Coast. Along the way, they will learn about important moments in Europes past, get to know its people, and come face to...
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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 940 KNUCordain, Loren.
Summary: Eat for better health and weight loss the Paleo way with this revised edition of the bestselling guide-over 100,000 copies sold to date! Healthy, delicious, and simple, the Paleo Diet is the diet we were designed to eat. If you want to lose weight-up to 75 pounds in six months-or if you want to attain optimal health, The Paleo Diet will work wonders. Dr. Loren Cordain demonstrates how, by...
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Publisher / Publication Date: John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. 2010
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Brallier, Max
Summary: An anthology of six original Last Kids short stories, designed to bridge the gap between books 6 and 7, features contributions by prominent graphic artists and finds Jack and his friends spinning yarns about their over-the-top post-apocalyptic adventures.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Viking 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Graphic Novels, Call number: J 741.5 BRAHoena, B. A.
Summary: Introduces the most ferocious raptors to rule the skies, from ospreys to vultures to hawks, and describes what raptors' lives are like as well as what sets them apart from other birds.
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 598 HOEBaldwin, Alec
Summary: Follows the story of John DeLorean through the creation of his company and car to his downfall through drug trafficking and friendship with an FBI informant.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2019
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1 available in Digital Video Disc, Call number: DVD MOVIE FRAEsquivel, Gloria Susana
Summary: An incredible variety of climates and biomes span the territory of South America. As a result, the continent contains some of the greatest biodiversity on Earth. Readers will explore all that South America has to offer as they journey across its incredible landscapes, stopping along the way to discover more about its history and visit with its many diverse peoples. Features include engaging...
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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 980 ESQSmallin, Donna
Contents: Getting started. First things. Uncluttering your home. Organizing basics. Staying organized -- Organizing room by room. Entryways. Kitchen and dining area. Family room. Bedroom. Kids' rooms. Bathroom. The office. Storage and utility areas -- Organizing finances. Managing your money. Spending and debt. Savings and investments. Living on less -- Organizing time. Managing yourself. Organizing your...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Storey Books 2002
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 640 SMAHay, Donna
Summary: A new edition of Australia's favourite cookbook for kids and the modern family who love to eat, cook, celebrate and have fun together, from Australia's #1 bestselling cookbook author, Donna Hay. As a mum, Donna knows that there is nothing more enjoyable than introducing your children to the wonders of taste, food, flavours and the joy of cooking. The new and expanded edition of her bestselling...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Fourth Estate 2022
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Summary: "Classic stories and dazzling illustrations of gods, goddesses, heroes and monsters come to life in a stunning tableau of Norse myths, including those of the thunder god Thor, the one-eyed god and Allfather Odin, and the trickster god Loki. The lyrical storytelling of award-winning author Donna Jo Napoli dramatizes the timeless tales of ancient Scandinavia. This book is the third in the trilogy...
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 398.2 NAPJohnson, Donna M.
Summary: Donna Johnson's remarkable story of being raised under the biggest gospel tent in the world, by David Terrell, one of the most famous evangelical ministers of the 1960s and 70s. Holy Ghost Girl is a compassionate, humorous exploration of faith, betrayal, and coming of age on the sawdust trail. She was just three years old when her mother signed on as the organist of tent revivalist David...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Group USA, Inc. 2011
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Wolf, Robb
Summary: Do you want to lose fat and stay young, all while avoiding cancer, diabetes, heart disease, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's and a host of other illnesses? The Paleo Solution incorporates the latest, cutting edge research from genetics, biochemistry and anthropology to help you look, feel and perform your best. Written by Robb Wolf, a research biochemist who traded in his lab coat and pocket protector...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Victory Belt Publishing 2017
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 613 WOLObama, Barack.
Summary: "In this tender, beautiful letter to his daughters, President Barack Obama has written a moving tribute to thirteen groundbreaking Americans and the ideals that have shaped our nation. From the artistry of Georgia O'Keeffe, to the courage of Jackie Robinson, to the patriotism of George Washington, President Obama sees the traits of these heroes within his own children, and within all of...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Alfred A. Knopf 2010
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1 available in Juvenile Oversized, Call number: J 179 OBAGinsburg, Ruth Bader
Summary: Details the biography and career of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, U.S. Supreme Court Justice.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Magnolia Home Entertainment 2018