Adams, Douglas
Summary: This is the story of Arthur Dent, who, seconds before Earth is demolished to make way for a galactic freeway, is plucked off the planet by his friend, Ford Prefect, who has been posing as an out-of-work actor for the last fifteen years but is really a researcher for the revised edition of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. Together they begin a journey through the galaxy aided by quotes...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Del Rey 2021
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1 available in Adult Fiction, Call number: FIC ADAGiménez de Ory, Beatriz
Summary: "Introduce budding scientists to a fun STEM topic - poop! This interactive board book features riddles about the different poops of the animal kingdom, and images that transform as you turn the page to reveal the answer. Includes fact-packed educational notes about poop and what we can learn from it"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Barefoot Books 2020
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Summary: "Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of Latvia"--Provided by publisher
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 947.96 BARBiberdorf, Kate
Summary: "25 edible science experiments that teach kids that cooking is chemistry"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Philomel Books 2021
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Summary: "A book for middle and high school students about the history and culture of Paraguay."--Provided by publisher
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 929.2 JERFuente-Lau, Shuli de la
Summary: "Celebrates all the different ways we eat (such as with spoons, chopsticks, and GI tubes), helping families and educators discuss ability, culture, and food"--Back cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Little Feminist LLC 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: BOARD FUEAnthony, David
Summary: Nonfiction introduction to the topic of diversity discusses various ways in which people can be different from one another and encourages respect for differences. Explains diversity in ethnicity, gender, race, religion, families, ability, and ideas.
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Publisher / Publication Date: KidHaven Publishing 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 305.8 ANTBeaty, 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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Summary: Uses infographics to explore an compare animals by their size, speed, life spans, and more.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Clarion Books, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 590 JENKing, David C.
Summary: "Mozambique's history is filled with conquest and war. However, today, it's carving out its own place in the world, with its own unique culture. Readers get a taste of this culture through informative and engaging main text and sidebars that add essential details to the story of this African nation. Helpful maps supplement explorations of the country's geography and economy, and easy-to-follow...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 967.9 KINLombardo, Jennifer
Summary: "In the past, mental health was rarely discussed; it was seen as a private or even embarrassing issue, and anyone with a mental illness was generally expected to keep it to themselves. Today, however, many people have recognized the benefits of being open and honest about mental health. Through informative fact boxes, helpful graphic organizers, and engaging text, readers learn the basics about...
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Publisher / Publication Date: KidHaven Publishing 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 616.89 LOMRice, Jamie.
Summary: "Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces wolves and coyotes to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Jump!, Inc. 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 599.773 RICNevins, Debbie.
Summary: "A book for middle and high schoolers about the history and culture of the tropical nation Bahamas."--Provided by publisher
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square 2020
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Summary: "India is a land of variety: cultures, ethnic groups, and languages, landscapes, religions, and art forms. This huge country has a history that stretches over thousands of years, over a backdrop woven of all these threads, and a future that has both profound challenges and much promise"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square 2022
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Summary: "The Southeast Asian nation of the Philippines is made up of thousands of islands and is one of the most populous countries in the world. What is life like for the millions of people who live on these islands? Readers find out as they explore the unique culture of the Philippines. Through focused chapters that detail the nation's geography, history, arts, festivals, food, and more, they broaden...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square Publishing 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 959.9 TOPBeaty, 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- Series, Call number: JS Que BeatyBurns, 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 BURLeVert, Suzanne
Summary: "The African nation of Botswana has transformed from a British protectorate and one of the world's poorest nations to a republic with a growing economy. Readers are able to trace this journey with the help of detailed main text that highlights the geography, history, people, and culture of Botswana. Engaging sidebars provide additional information about important figures, sites to visit, and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 968.83 LEVSpilling, Michael
Summary: "Georgians enjoy life in proximity to mountains and the curative properties of the Black Sea. Exploring the strong presence of song, dance, and other cultural influences, this book brings Georgia into great focus. This volume explains the geography and people of Georgia, and is an excellent resource for anyone interested in learning more about this former Soviet republic."--Amazon.com.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square Publishing 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 947.58 SPIAbazov, Rafis
Summary: "Dominated by mountains, the rugged nation of Tajikistan has a striking landscape that readers are able to examine in beautiful detail in the pages of this informative guide to one of Central Asia's most unique countries. Stunning photographs and helpful maps accompany main text and sidebars that highlight Tajikistan's government, history, geography, and culture. As readers discover what life...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square Publishing 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 958.6 ABABarlas, Robert
Summary: A book for young readers about the history and culture of the African nation of Uganda.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square 2019
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2 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 967.61 BARBeaty, 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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Summary: "The culture of Colombia is presented to readers in a fresh and vibrant way in this meticulously updated guide. Readers are inspired to think about both the history and current events that have affected and are still affecting this nation as they explore the detailed main text. Additional information is presented in sidebars, which also include short biographies of Colombian citizens who are...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square 2023