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Summary: Ice hockey fans will pull on their skates and gear up for this Who HQ title about the Stanley Cup Finals'the National Hockey League's championship games. Out of the thirty-two pro hockey teams that compete, only one can call itself the champion and proudly hoist up the Stanley Cup'the oldest sports trophy in the world! From the formation of the leagues and the crowning of the first...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Workshop , an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC 2019
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Summary: Describes the history of the Statue of Liberty, including its origins as a gift from France and its construction, and explores the landmark's enduring symbolism of freedom, democracy, and friendship.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Grosset & Dunlap 2014
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 974.7 HOLCopies Available at Interlochen
1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT US Hist What HolubO'Connor, Jim
Summary: Looks at the history of rock music, its different styles, and its impact on a generation.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Workshop 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 781.6 OCORau, Dana Meachen
Summary: "Just in time for the third North American total solar eclipse of the twenty-first century, this book explains how to safely observe solar eclipses, how long eclipses last, and why they result in a blackout period during the day"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Workshop 2024
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2 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 523.7 RAUBader, Bonnie
Summary: Describes the history of the soccer World Cup, covering clothing and equipment, host stadiums, the rules, qualifying to participate, and the most successful teams.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Workshop, an imprint of Random House 2018
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Sport What BaderHopkinson, Deborah
Summary: Chronicles the women's rights movement in the United States, from the beginning of the movement in the nineteenth century and the fight for equal rights in the 1960s to such present-day events as the Women's March in 2017.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Workshop 2018
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Social What HopkinsonSmith, Sherri L.
Summary: "Even though slavery had ended in the 1860s, African Americans were still suffering under the weight of segregation a hundred years later. They couldn't go to the same schools, eat at the same restaurants, or even use the same bathrooms as white people. But by the 1950s, black people refused to remain second-class citizens and were willing to risk their lives to make a change"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Workshop 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 323.1196 SMICopies Available at Kingsley
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Summary: Who can run for president? What's the difference between America's two major political parties? Why do candidates spend so much time in Iowa and New Hampshire? And is the Electoral College really a college? Answers to these questions and many, many more can be found in the pages of this official Who HQ guide to the 2020 US presidential election. From stump speeches to catchy slogans, debates...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Workshop, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC 2020
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Gov What YackaAbramson, Jill
Summary: "Explaining clearly and concisely what exactly Congress does, this book is peppered with fascinating stories, including the bloody beating in the Senate of a lawmaker in pre-Civil War days, the Watergate hearings, and Senator Joe McCarthy's shameful "witch hunt" of Communists. Kids may start considering a career in Congress themselves when they learn fun facts, such as the special "candy desk"...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Workshop 2021
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Summary: "Learn more about what climate change means and how it's affecting our planet. The earth is definitely getting warmer. There's no argument about that, but who or what is the cause? And why has climate change become a political issue? Are humans at fault? Is this just a natural development? While the vast majority of scientists who study the environment agree that humans play a large part in...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Workshop, an imprint of Penguin Random House 2018
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Summary: Every October, millions of baseball fans around the country anxiously wait to see which team wins baseball's biggest championship. But the original games of the 1900s hardly look like they do today. Take a look back over one hundred years and discover the history of baseball's greatest series. With triumphs, heartbreak, and superstitious curses, this action-packed book brings America's Pastime...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Grosset & Dunlap, an imprint of Penguin Random House 2015
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Summary: Introduces facts about the Super Bowl, including the history of the game, famous players throughout its history, and the spectacle of the Super Bowl Halftime Show.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Grosset & Dunlap, an imprint of Penguin Group (USA) LLC 2015
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Summary: "On June 19, 1865, a group of enslaved men, women, and children in Texas gathered around a Union soldier and listened as he read the most remarkable words they would ever hear. They were no longer enslaved: they were free. The inhumane practice of forced labor with no pay was now illegal in all of the United States. This news was cause for celebration, so the group of people jumped in...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Workshop 2022
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Blk His What JewelKeenan, Sheila
Summary: "Your favorite characters are now part of the Who HQ library! One of the most iconic monsters of all time comes to life in our What Is the Story Of? series. From his origins in Mary Shelley's 1818 novel, through his many movie portrayals in the twentiethcentury, Frankenstein is one of the most recognizable characters in the world. His iconic look is a go-to Halloween costume for kids and adults...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Workshop 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 823 KEEO'Connor, Jim
Summary: "The LEGO toy company was founded in 1934 by a Danish carpenter who loved making wooden pull toys. From its humble beginnings, the company has lived up to its name--which comes from the Danish phrase meaning to always "play well"--encouraging children to use their imagination and build whatever they can dream up. In this book, author Jim O'Connor describes how a simple concept--small plastic...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Workshop 2020
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Business O'ConnorAbramson, Jill
Summary: "Best-selling author, former executive editor of the New York Times, and self-confessed political junkie, Jill Abramson has written a detailed and fascinating book that explains how the highest court in the United States works, who gets to serve on it, which cases have had the greatest impact on the country, and why the US justice system is so vital to democracy"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Workshop 2022
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Gov What AbramsonBurgan, Michael
Summary: "From appearances in films and animated features to interpretations as a Muppet and breakfast cereal mascot, Dracula has been the inspiration for many other fictional vampires and is now an established figure in pop culture. Created by Bram Stoker in his 1897 Gothic horror novel, Count Dracula is a nobleman who uses his powers as a vampire to dominate his victims. Even though Dracula didn't...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Workshop 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 823.8 BURDemuth, Patricia
Summary: "We the people at Who HQ bring readers the full story--arguments and all--of how the US Constitution came into being. Signed on September 17, 1787--four years after the American War for Independence--the Constitution laid out the supreme law of the United States of America. Today it's easy for us to take this blueprint of our government for granted. But the Framers--fifty-five men from almost...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Workshop, an imprint of Penguin Random House 2018
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Gov What DemuthEmminizer, Theresa
Summary: "Art is a critical part of STEAM education. Creativity, communication, and self-expression are vital skills, which must be practiced and honed. In this educational and exciting book, readers will learn all about art and what it means. They'll discover that artistic disciplines are expansive and diverse, encompassing not only drawing and painting, but dancing, storytelling, and music-making,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 701 EMMEmminizer, Theresa
Summary: "Technology combines several aspects of STEAM education. Students of technology use science, engineering, and math to create tools and solve problems. In this book, young readers will learn about what technology means, who studies it, and how it relates to their own lives. They'll discover how technology is applied in real-life scenarios and come to appreciate how technology has transformed our...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 600 EMMMoncure, Jane Belk.
Summary: Explores the nature of kindness.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Child's World 1981
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE Social Emo Moncure 1981Emminizer, Theresa
Summary: "In our fast-changing world, creative problem-solvers are increasingly in demand across job markets. In this book, STEAM students will learn about the myriad opportunities that their future holds in store. They'll discover what kind of work is available to engineers, scientists, innovators, and artists. They'll appreciate how STEAM professionals influence our environment and lives. Using...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2023
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Summary: "Whether or not we realize it, we use math in many ways every day. Math helps us to measure things, identify patterns, interpret data, and much more. In this educational and engaging text, readers will learn all about math and its many uses. They'll discover who studies math and how it's applied in a variety of disciplines. Using relatable examples and colorful photographs, which make the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2023
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Summary: "Science is a cornerstone of STEAM education. It's the study of the world around us. Scientists observe, record, question, and seek answers to life's biggest questions. Science is curiosity in action! In this fascinating and educational text, young readers will learn all about science, how it's applied, and who studies it. They'll read relatable examples of how they may practice science in...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2023