Poole, Hilary W.
Summary: "This book looks at the problems of homelessness--not only the challenges, but also how families can meet and rise above them."--
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Mason Crest 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 362.5 POOToth, Vince
Summary: Discusses what it's like to have a family member in the Coast Guard, exploring the Coast Guard's history, modern tools and technology, and career opportunities.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 363.28 TOTHyman, Bruce M.
Summary: Discusses obsessive-compulsive disorder, describes the symptoms and various treatments available, and provides case studies of people recounting their experiences in diagnosing and managing the compulsive behavior.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Twenty-First Century Books 2011
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 616.85227 HYMSonneborn, Liz.
Summary: Explores American Indians and their contributions to American society, including artists, athletes, religious leaders and chefs.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Twenty-First Century Books 2009
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 970.00497 SONLawrence, Steven
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Publisher / Publication Date: Foundation Center 2011
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1 available in Reference, Call number: R 361.7632 FOUSummary: "The World Today Series: Latin America offers the latest available economic, demographic, political, and cultural information. Including solid statistical data expressing freedom, violence, and governmental orientation. Consideration is given to the evolving relationships with the United States and other Latin American nations. Revisions have also addressed new historical interpretations, for...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers 2022
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1 available in Young Adult Non-fiction, Call number: YA 980 LATFrisch, Nate.
Summary: "The history of the National Football League's Detroit Lions, surveying the franchise's biggest stars and most memorable moments from its inaugural season in 1929 to today"--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Creative Paperbacks 2014
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 796.3 FRISummary: The World Today Series: Canada is an annually updated presentation of Canada. It provides the reader an in-depth look at the country’s culture, geography, people, economy, politics and future. The combination of factual accuracy and up-to-date detail along with its informed projections make this an outstanding resource for researchers, practitioners in international development, media...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers 2022
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1 available in Young Adult Non-fiction, Call number: YA 971 CANPerl, Lila
Summary: Over the course of human history, torture has been used as an instrument of war, a means of extracting information, and a mode of punishment. Many argue that it is a necessary weapon in times of war. Others insist that it constitutes cruel and unusual punishment, violates human rights laws, and fails to extract trustworthy information. This book dives into the debate over torture from all...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square 2019
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1 available in Young Adult Non-fiction, Call number: YA 364.6 MCCKeppeler, Jill
Summary: "All people are different! Maybe you or someone else in your family has a difference that means you or they need a little extra help or a little more time to do things, and that's OK. This thoughtful book will explore families with members who have special needs or challenges. It will encourage young readers to consider both similarities and differences, as well as how they can help or support...
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Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 362.4 KEPCopies Available at Interlochen
1 available in Staff Picks, Call number: J Families KeppelerSummary: Guide to the basics of piano playing including: songs, chords, and scales ; left- and right-hand fingerings ; playing tips and techniques ; bass and treble clef notation.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: Hal Leonard 2003
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 786.2 PLAAlinas, Marv.
Summary: A bag of rags is the source for numerous projects, including a homemade flag.
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Publisher / Publication Date: The Child's World 2018
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Summary: "Each family is unique. Sometimes families only have one parent, and that's OK. Many children in the United States live with one parent. This title explores the joys, hardships, and complexities of life with a single parent. Some families with one parent are surrounded by positive circumstances, while others face difficulties such as a lack of childcare, poverty, and more. This title touches...
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Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 306.85 DELCopies Available at Interlochen
1 available in Staff Picks, Call number: J Families DellaccioHenry, Linda.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Better Homes and Gardens Books 1993
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 641.813 SOURodriguez, Ana Maria
Summary: Information about the symptoms, treatment, and research on Autism spectrum disorders including Autism and Asperger syndrome.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Twenty-First Century Books 2011
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Summary: A frog requires the help of a dog to find a favorite log in a dense fog. This simple story for beginning readers teaches the 'og' sound through rhyming text and bright, original illustrations. Additional features to aid in comprehension include a word list for review, a note to parents and educators, and an introduction to the author and illustrator.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: The Child's World 2018
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1 available in Beginning Readers - New Reader (Green), Call number: JBR GREEN ALIHughes, Sloane
Summary: "About 50 percent of the marriages in the United States end in divorce. Just because parents split up, however, doesn't mean the family is broken. No matter the reason for the divorce, children's lives will be different. This book empathetically presents children with new ways of thinking about life during and after their parents' divorce, help in vocalizing and working through their feelings...
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Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 306.89 HUGCopies Available at Interlochen
1 available in Staff Picks, Call number: J Families HughesKrajnik, Elizabeth
Summary: "About 2 percent of children in the United States are adopted. Some of these children may be adopted from another country. Other children are adopted out of foster care or after a parent voluntarily gives them up. Sometimes, a stepparent may adopt the children of their spouse. This book carefully approaches the different types of adoption and some of the challenges that families through...
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Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 362.734 KRACopies Available at Interlochen
1 available in Staff Picks, Call number: J Families KrajnikAlinas, Marv
Summary: A little bug crosses a rug in search of her friend, the slug. This simple story for beginning readers teaches the 'ug' sound through rhyming text and bright, original illustrations.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: The Child's World 2018