Alexander, Heather
Summary: Ever wondered why we knock on wood, cross our fingers, or say "white rabbits" on the first day of the month? Dive in and learn about fascinating traditions and superstitions from all over the world! The Good Luck Book explores the surprising -- and sometimes scary -- history of the world's most practiced traditions and superstitions (and plenty more that you probably won't have heard of!)....
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 398 ALELeathers, Philippa
Summary: A confident but inexperienced cat is certain she has scared all the mice out of her house, but things are not always as they seem. --
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Publisher / Publication Date: Candlewick Press 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE LEAAlessandri, Alexandra
Summary: "English just feels wrong to Isabel. She prefers her native Spanish. As she prepares for a new school, she knows she's going to have to learn. Her first day is uncomfortable, until she employs her crayons and discovers there's more than one way to communicate with new friends"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sleeping Bear Press 2021
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE ALEAlexander, Rilla
Summary: "How far can you go? How much do you know? How kind are you? These are just a few of the impossible but inevitable questions every child has asked and every parent has had to ponder. In a journey filled with wit and imagination, You Rule! maps and measures those immeasurables, offering readers a rich palette of words to describe and explore ideas and feelings."--Front cover flap.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Handprint Books, an imprint of Chronicle Books 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE ALECopies Available at Kingsley
1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE ALEAlexander, Jake
Summary: A story about a community coming together to save their library, led by one little girl. This inspiring book shows how every child has the power to change the world.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Two Hoots 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE ALEAlexander, Kwame
Summary: From the fireside tales in an African village, through the unspeakable passage across the Atlantic, to the backbreaking work in the fields of the South, this is a story of a people's struggle and strength, horror and hope. This is the story of American slavery, a story that needs to be told and understood by all of us. A testament to the resilience of the African American community, this book...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Little, Brown and Company 2023
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE ALECopies Available at Woodmere
2 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE ALECopies Available at East Bay
1 available in New Youth Materials, Call number: JE ALEAlexander, Kwame
Summary: Fourteen-year-old twin basketball stars Josh and Jordan wrestle with highs and lows on and off the court as their father ignores his declining health.
Format: sound recording-nonmusical
Publisher / Publication Date: Findaway World, LLC 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Audiobooks, Call number: J READ-ALONG ALEBrewer, Heather Dean
Summary: "Mari is getting ready to make a sign with crayon as the streets below her fill up with people. "What are we making, Mama?" she asks. "A message for the world," Mama says. "How will the whole world hear?" Mari wonders. "They'll hear," says Mama, "because love is powerful." Inspired by a girl who participated in the January 2017 Women's March in New York City, Heather Dean Brewer's simple and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Candlewick Press 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE BRESchwartz, Heather E.
Summary: "Have you always wanted to search for secret treasure? Try geocaching! You can get outside and search for hidden treasure in your very own neighborhood. Learn about geocaching around the world, the supplies you'll need, and the fun that awaits you in this exciting activity!"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint 2023
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Summary: "Enjoy calm waters and a warm, sunny day on a paddleboard! Readers will learn about the skills and equipment they need to go paddleboarding. Find out important safety rules and ways to protect the environment, all while having fun experiencing this outdoor activity!"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 797.3 SCHBode, Heather L.
Summary: "Roasting marshmallows, stargazing, nature hikes, and fishing. Experience the fun and adventure of a camping trip! Learn about the types of camping, the supplies you'll need, and the adventure that awaits you in the wild outdoors"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint 2023
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Summary: "Whoosh! Feel the rush as you speed down a snowy slope! Get outdoors and enjoy the thrill of skiing. Readers will learn all about the proper clothing, footwear, and supplies they need for both downhill and cross-country skiing. Find out how to stay safe and have fun while taking part in a popular winter sport!"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint 2023
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Summary: "What's the best way to enjoy a cold, snowy winter day? Try snowshoeing! Readers will learn all about the proper clothing, footwear, and supplies they need to go snowshoeing in the wild outdoors. They can discover how to have fun while safely exploring the winter world around them"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.92 BODChurnin, Nancy
Summary: "When Esther Howland first saw the fancy valentine her father brought home from England, most Americans thought Valentine's Day was a waste of time. But through the card, Esther felt how much her father loved her. Could she help others express themselves in the same way?"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Albert Whitman & Company 2023
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE CHUSummary: Let's celebrate grandparents! Meet the older generations of some favorite PBS KIDS families through fun, grandparent-focused stories. Arthur gets knitting lessons from Grandma Thora; Rosie celebrates her Abuela's birthday from far away; Daniel is excited to spend the whole day with Grandpere; Donkey Hodie and Grampy enjoy some homemade chili together; and much, much more.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Digital Video Disc, Call number: DVD JUV GRAGilly, Casey
Summary: "A long time ago, an evil witch named Hydia sought to destroy pony-kind. Now her granddaughters, Grackle and Dyre, are back to finish the job! With the School of Friendship overloaded with students, Starlight Glimmer and the Mane Six reach out for help. Enter: Violet Shiver, Shadow Storm, and Black Belle! But these ponies aren't quite what they seem; in fact, they're working for Grackle and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: IDW Publishing 2022
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Summary: "Chestbeard's pirate ship is overrun with imps! Patrice, Nate, and the gang need to act fast and clean up this impfestation!"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dark Horse Books 2023
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Place a hold to request this item.Summary: Corduroy: Corduroy tries to find his lost button, so that someone will finally take him home from the department store. Yo! Yes?: Two boys become friends and they no longer have to play alone. Here comes the cat!: A village of mice is about to be visited by a cat.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: Weston Woods 2003
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1 available in Juvenile Digital Video Disc, Call number: DVD JUV CORKurtz, Jane
Summary: "Discover the true story of the race between two paleontologists to find dinosaur fossils in this nonfiction picture book. O. C. Marsh and Edward Cope met in 1863 and bonded over their shared love of fossils, becoming the best of friends. Until one day Marsh discovered an error in Cope's work, and the Bone Wars began! Marsh and Cope raced each other around the world, excavating fossils and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Beach Lane Books, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing Division 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 560.92 KURSummary: There was an old lady who swallowed a fly: And no one knows why. What else can this old lady fit in her stomach? Antarctic antics: Swinging to the beat of award-winning songs, these penguins heat up the arctic with their slips, slides, swims, and glides! Musical Max: Max stops playing his instruments after everyone complains. But the peace and quiet is driving them crazy! Will Max ever be in...
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: Weston Woods 2004
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1 available in Juvenile Digital Video Disc, Call number: DVD JUV THEHarris, Duchess
Summary: "Growing Up LGBTQ explores what life is like for adolescents in the LGBTQ community, including topics like coming out, bullying and discrimination in school, and mental health. It also examines the creation of community and found family for LGBTQ people. Features include a glossary, further readings, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2019