Gill, Joel Christian
Summary: "Do you know the story of the slave who sailed himself to freedom? Joel Christian Gill brings Robert Smalls back to life, telling the true story of the enslaved African who pulled off one of the most daring and largest heists of the Civil War. Come along for the adventure as Robert earns a job working for the CSS Planter, escapes to freedome, and goes on to become a first-generation Black...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Chicago Review Press 2021
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1 available in Young Adult Oversize, Call number: YA 921 GILSlader, Erik
Summary: From heroic George Washington to the dastardly Richard Nixon, the oval office has been occupied by larger-than-life personalities since 1789. The position comes with enormous power and responsibility, and every American president thus far has managed to achieve great things. However, the President of the United States is only human-and oftentimes far from perfect. While some men suffered...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2019
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1 available in Juvenile book on CD, Call number: J CD 973.09 Slader 2019Santos, Rita
Summary: It takes a special animal to survive the subzero temperatures found at the South Pole. Emperor penguins are the largest living penguins. They use their size to help them survive in Antarctica, one of the coldest place on Earth. With the help of vibrant photographs and simple text, readers will examine how the emperor penguin's life cycle, body structure, and behaviors have adapted to its...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Enslow Publishing 2020
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Summary: "The solitary leopard seal is a fierce hunter and a graceful swimmer. It spends most of its time swimming in the frigid waters of Antarctica. How does it survive in this extreme environment? With the help of color photos and fun facts, this accessible text explores how the leopard seal's life cycle, body structure, and behaviors have adapted to make it one of the most fearsome predators in one...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Enslow Publishing 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 599.79 SANAugustine
Summary: According to Garry Wills, most readers of Augustine interpret his meditation on sin in the Confessiones as an indication of his obsession with sex. But as Wills suggests in his discussion of book two of Augustine's influential work, sexual transgression is not Augustine's main focus as he reflects on the nature of human sinfulness. Instead, Augustine seeks to understand man's power to...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Viking 2003
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 270 WILBeaty, Andrea
Summary: "What do plants eat? Why do some plants have flowers and others don't? And what's the tallest plant out there?"--Amazon.com.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Amulet Books, an imprint of Abrams 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 635 BEACopies Available at Interlochen
2 available in Juvenile- Series, Call number: J Series Ada BeatyBeaty, Andrea
Summary: "Why do airplanes look the way they do? Why can't birds fly when they're first born? And why do some paper planes fly farther than others? Discover everything there is to know about flight from Ada Twist, Scientist--from information about creatures that fly, to the history of aircrafts, to modern technology that allows us to soar through the air faster than ever!"--Amazon.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Amulet Books 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.13 BEACopies Available at Interlochen
1 available in Juvenile- Series, Call number: JS Que BeatyBeaty, Andrea
Summary: "What are bugs? It's a mystery! A riddle! A quest! Time to find out what BUGS are about!"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Amulet Books 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 595 BEABeaty, Andrea
Summary: "How does a cake bake? What's the difference between baking soda and baking powder? And why is it so important to measure the different ingredients in a recipe?"--Amazon.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2022
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1 available in Juvenile- Series, Call number: J Series Ada BeatyMaberry, Jonathan.
Summary: The truth is still out there!FBI special agents Dana Scully and Fox Mulder go hunting in the shadows for dangerous truths in this new collection of original, never-before-published tales of the X-Files.Edited by New York Times bestselling author Jonathan Maberry, Secret Agendas features heart-stopping stories by some of today's hottest writers of mystery, thrillers, science fiction, and horror.
Format: sound recording-nonmusical
Publisher / Publication Date: 2016
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1 available in Audiobook on MP3 CD, Call number: MP3CD FIC MABBrooke, Jasmine
Summary: "Fee, fi, fo, fum! How will Jack and his beanstalk fare against a hungry giant? This interactive book retells the classic story of Jack, but this time, readers will use science, technology, engineering, and math to help the mischievous hero reach his happily ever after! Engaging STEM activities, such as charting the life cycle of beans, make these important curriculum materials fun and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2017
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Summary: Five times throughout a fierce firefight, Marine Scout Sniper Scott Montoya spots an injured comrade in the street. And five times Scott disregards his own safety and rushes out into the open, braving enemy fire to rescue each wounded Marine. Staff Sergeant Chad Malmberg and his small band of soldiers are outnumbered ten to one against well-armed insurgents and they're running out of ammo....
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Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic 2011
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 956.7 ZULBassil, Andrea.
Summary: Vincent van Gogh's artistic career only lasted from about 1880 to 1890. During that time, he produced over eight hundred paintings and a huge collection of drawings. Virtually self-taught, van Gogh developed his own individual style, which continues to inspire many today. Few artists of his time regarded him as a great painter, but during the twentieth century, decades after his death, he...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Pub./World Almanac Library 2004
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Summary: This year, learn to listen for the voice of the One who loves you most. We know for sure that God speaks to His people. Throughout the pages of Scripture, time after time, He guides, instructs, corrects, inspires, encourages, and reveals. Inspired writers even call Him "the Word." He has always been vocal, and He always will be. But what does He say to you? How does He say it? How can you know...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc. 2014
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Krull, Kathleen
Summary: "Sonia Sotomayor's path, from growing up in the projects to success in Ivy League universities to her rise in the legal profession is a true testament to the American dream. She broke the rules women were supposed to follow in her life and career, ultimately becoming the first Latino justice to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court, and the third woman to serve the Court"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bloomsbury 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 921 SOTO'Daly, Anne
Summary: Fish can be fun pets, but it takes work to take good care of them. Readers learn all about caring for a fish -- including what a fish eats and how to make sure it's in a healthy environment. Engaging and informative text allows readers to decide for themselves if a fish is the right pet for them and introduces them to different kinds of fish they could keep as a pet. Fact boxes and graphic...
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Publisher / Publication Date: KidHaven Publishing 2024
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Summary: Birds make an excellent pet for some people, but they would be a poor fit for others. How can you tell if a bird is the right pet for you? Readers are able to answer this question after learning what it takes to care for a pet bird. Along the way, they are introduced to a variety of popular birds and find fact boxes with additional information about these animals. Readers are even able to make...
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Publisher / Publication Date: KidHaven Publishing 2024
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 636.6 O'DAO'Daly, Anne
Summary: For some people, bugs make creepy, crawly, and very cool pets! As readers explore fun facts about insects and spiders, they are encouraged to ask themselves: Is this the right pet for me? They discover what materials are needed to create a safe living space for these creatures, what they eat, and how to interact with them. Fact boxes and graphic organizers provide additional information, and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: KidHaven Publishing 2024
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 638 O'DAO'Daly, Anne
Summary: "Frogs, snakes, and other reptiles and amphibians are amazing animals that make cool pets, but they aren't for everyone! Readers are given the tools to decide for themselves if they might want one of these animals for a pet. They explore detailed text about how to care for reptiles and amphibians, and some of the most common examples of these animals as pets are presented to readers through...
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Publisher / Publication Date: KidHaven Publishing 2024
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 639.3 O'DADean, James
Summary: Pete the Cat takes on the classic favorite children's song "Five Little Pumpkins" in New York Times bestselling author James Dean's Pete the Cat: Five Little Pumpkins. Join Pete as he rocks out to this cool adaptation of the classic Halloween song!
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Publisher / Publication Date: Harper, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers 2015
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1 available in KBL Holiday Storage, Call number: E DEACopies Available at Peninsula
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE FIC DEAUtkin, Alexander
Summary: The latest installment in the Gamayun Tales series introduces a clever heroine who has a secret even she doesn't know about. Tyna of the Lake rescues the Hunter's son from a life of servitude to her father the Water Spirit. Their attempt to make an escape to the surface world is interrupted when they are captured by the Water Spirit and he reveals the truth about who Tyna's real father is. An...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Nobrow 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Graphic Novels, Call number: J 741.5 UTKPeterson, Megan Cooley
Summary: "Think you know all about Mothman? Think again! This winged cryptid has a secret life that may surprise you. How fast can Mothman fly? Does the shadowy creature bring bad luck? Uncover these exciting facts and more through entertaining photos and easy-to-read text that supports struggling readers and engages monster fans alike"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 001.944 PETBrooke, Jasmine
Summary: "Too hot! Too cold! Goldilocks is one picky eater. In this retelling of Goldilocks classic conundrums, readers will use science, technology, engineering, and math to solve problems such as finding that perfect porridge temperature! This unique story-driven format is just right for readers who are reluctant to learn STEM materials. They'll love engineering their way to a happily ever after using...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: E BroBrooke, Jasmine
Summary: "To prove her royalty, the princess must pass an impossible test: to feel a single pea under layers of mattresses! In this innovative retelling of the classic fairy tale, readers will problem-solve the princess out of her predicament! Fun activities introduce key science, technology, engineering, and mathematics concepts and challenge readers critical thinking. Readers will build confidence in...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2017