Bulion, Leslie
Summary: "...Galápagos tells the complex story of a young volcanic ecosystem influenced by seasonal ocean currents, where food energy moves through integrated land and sea communities, each in its own season of growth and renewal. Millions of years ago, undersea volcanos in the eastern Pacific Ocean erupted, spewing up lava, rocks, and ash that eventually formed a cluster of islands: the archipelago...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Peachtree Publishing Company Inc. 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 577.5 BULRosenstock, Barb
Summary: "A biographical account of engineer Otis Barton and naturalist Will Beebe's record-setting descent into the deep ocean in their Bathysphere craft, making the men the first humans to witness deep sea creatures in their natural habitat"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Little, Brown and Company 2018
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE ROSBurgan, Michael
Summary: Discusses the life of the famous African American track and field star who won four gold medals at the 1936 Olympic games in Berlin.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2017
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Blk Hist Sport BurganBurgan, Michael.
Summary: "Explores various perspectives on espionage in World War I. The reader's choices reveal the historical details"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 940.4 BURBurgan, Michael
Summary: You choose which path you would take if you were an immigrant arriving at Ellis Island.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2014
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JFIC YOUBurgan, Michael
Summary: Just slightly smaller than the state of Alaska, Peru is home to ocean beaches, snow-capped mountains, humid jungles, dry deserts, and more. Readers will cross the country’s incredible landscapes and visit its towns and cities as they learn how Peruvians live today. They will also explore Peru’s fascinating history, learn how it is governed and how its economy works, and much more.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an Imprint of Scholastic 2018
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Summary: "Next set in A TRUE BOOK series. Young readers rediscover the story of the largest and most luxurious ship ever built, The Titanic. Featuring historical imagery, first-hand accounts, and lively text"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic, Inc. 2022
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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 BURSpinner, Stephanie
Summary: Profiles the life and accomplishments of Clara Barton, a teacher who organized efforts to bring nursing care to wounded soldiers during the Civil War and who went on to become the founder of the American Red Cross.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Grosset & Dunlap, an imprint of Penguin Group (USA) LLC 2014
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JB BASKET BARTONBurgan, Michael
Summary: As the third-smallest state in the country, Connecticut is not very big. However, it is packed with just about every kind of natural beauty you can imagine. Readers will tour the entire state as they find out what it is like to live there. They will also learn how Connecticut is governed, what role it has played in U.S. history, what kinds of traditions the state’s people celebrate, and more.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 974.6 BURBurgan, Michael
Summary: Located in the southwest, along the border with Mexico, New Mexico is home to amazing desert scenery and a distinct local culture. Readers will sample a little bit of everything the state has to offer, from food and art to sporting events and festivals, as they learn about its history, culture, and wildlife.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 978.9 BURBurgan, Michael.
Summary: "Describes the lives of gladiators in the Roman Empire. The readers' choices reveal the historical details of gladiators rebelling with Spartacus, training at a gladiator school in Pompeii, and trying to earn their freedom"--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2011
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.0937 BURBurgan, Michael.
Summary: "Explores various perspectives on espionage in the Civil War. The reader's choices reveal the historical details"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 973.7 BURBurgan, Michael.
Summary: "Describes the role pilots played during World War II. Readers' choices reveal various historical details"--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 940.54 BURGarbe, Suzanne.
Summary: "Describes the archeological wonder of Machu Picchu, including discovery, artifacts, ancient peoples, and preservation"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: J 985 GARCopies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 985 GARGarbe, Suzanne.
Summary: "Describes some of the craziest, silliest, and most extraordinary records achieved by people around the world"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2015
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2 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 030 GARWeatherford, Carole Boston
Summary: "On August 28, 1963, a quarter of a million activists and demonstrators from every corner of the United States convened for the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. It was there that they raised their voices in unison to call for racial and economic justice for all Black Americans, to call out inequities, and ultimately to advance the Civil Rights Movement. Every movement has its unsung...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Henry Holt and Company 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 921 RUSEaton, Gale
Summary: What do the Trojan Horse, Piltdown Man, Keely Motor Company, and Ponzi Scheme have in common? They were all famous hoaxes, carefully designed and bolstered with false evidence.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Tilbury House Publishers 2016
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1 available in Young Adult Non-fiction, Call number: YA 001.9 EATWeatherford, Carole Boston
Summary: Henry Brown wrote that long before he came to be know as "Box," he "entered the world a slave." He was put to work as a child and passed down from one generation to the next -- as property. When he was an adult, his wife and children were sold away from him out of spite. Henry Brown watched as his family left, bound in chains, headed to the deeper South. What more could be taken from him? But...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Candlewick Prss 2020
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2 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 921 BROAugustin, Byron
Summary: "Andorra is one of the smallest states in Europe, but that doesn't mean it's not important. Readers uncover fun facts and essential information about this microstate with the help of up-to-date main text and detailed sidebars. Chapters focusing on the history, government, and economic climate of Andorra support social studies curriculum topics, while chapters focusing on leisure time, food, and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square Publishing 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 946.7 AUGGall, Chris
Summary: Released in conjunction with the 50th anniversary of the moon landing, this nonfiction picture book offers a step-by-step explanation of how the Apollo 11 spacecraft worked, as told by a young enthusiast. Includes glossary.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Roaring Brook Press 2019
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Summary: The popular spiritual, Standing in the need of prayer, has been reworked to chronicle the milestones, struggles, tragedies, and triumphs of African American people and their history. The text and illustrations of this inspirational book are informative reminders of yesterday, hopeful images for today, and aspirational dreams of tomorrow.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Crown Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Random House Children's Books 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE WEACopies Available at Woodmere
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE WEATurner, Jessica Baron.
Summary: What makes a child fall in love with learning to play music? How does talent develop? When is the right time to start lessons? Which instrument is the best fit? Why is practice so challenging and what can parents do to keep kids musically motivated? Where can a parent learn about music programs, camps, books, recordings, and other important resources? This groundbreaking book answers these...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Hal Leonard 2004
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 372.87 TURGreenberg, Imogen
Summary: A spunky, feminist take on the myth of Gaia, the Greek goddess of the Earth. Long before the age of the Olympian gods, Gaia created the world in all its beauty. But from Gaia also came the Titans, who ran wild and free through this world--until her husband Ouranos turned on Gaia and declared himself the ruler of all she'd created. Her son Cronus then rose to power, but soon he too became hungry...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Amulet Books 2022