Swanson, Jennifer
Summary: "QUICK: Name the most powerful and complex supercomputer ever built. Give up? Here's a hint: It's housed in your head and it's the one thing that makes you YOU. Your brain is mission control for the rest of your body and steers you through life. Not bad for something the size of a softball that looks like a wrinkled grey sponge! In this fascinating, interactive book -- a companion to the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic Kids 2015
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 611.81 SWAIp, Betina
Summary: "This visually astonishing story takes children on a journey into and through the brain. Simple but beautifully illustrated metaphors explain the different jobs that our brains do, and how they use brain cells to accomplish them. From the senses to sleep, memories to making decisions, this book brings the wonder of brains and brain science to life"--Publisher's description.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Usborne Publishing Ltd. 2020
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Summary: When eighth grade basketball player Shaena suffers a concussion in a game, she finds herself sidelined two weeks before the big game--and as she watches her team practice with the new freshman player, Shaena, who is used to being the star, starts to worry that by the time she recovers she will no longer be needed.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Stone Arch Books, a Capstone imprint 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Fiction Series, Call number: J FIC MADDrimmer, Stephanie Warren
Summary: An introduction to the human brain uses quizzes, trivia, and puzzles to explore the different functions of the brain, how to improve brain power, and why each brain is unique.
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 612.8 DRIMcAnulty, Stacy
Summary: "Brains. 78% water, 100% delicious. A zombie chef who has sworn off eating brains salivates over this super powerful organ in this . . . picture book. From learning about how the brain processes messages from our five senses, to learning why wrinkly human brains are so much more powerful than smooth mouse brains, this is an introduction to the organ that does it all"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Godwin Books, Henry Holt and Company 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 612.8 MCASzpirglas, Jeff
Summary: "Your brain has an amazing ability to make changes and reorganize itself throughout your lifetime. This is called neuroplasticity. Supported by the latest in brain research, this motivating title helps readers understand how our brains learn and how each of us has our own personal learning style. Key concepts include brain functions and processes related to learning such as memory, attention,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Crabtree Publishing Company 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 612.8 SZPUrlocker, M. Z.
Summary: 1950. The Cold War simmers, and ex-GI Jack Waters is called in to investigate a fatal accident at a research lab in California. When Waters recognizes the victim, he realizes he must revisit his hidden past in World War II to solve a murder and prevent Nazi scientists from creating a terrible, new weapon in America. Blending noir detective fiction with post-WWII history, The Man from Mittelwerk...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Inkshares, Inc. 2022
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Summary: "Your brain is a complex computer that controls everything you do. Your brain tells you when you're hurt and when you're feeling sick. It allows you to see, hear, and feel the word around you. Readers of this detailed but manageable guide will be amazed to learn about all the brain can do. The text also addresses the spinal cord and nerves. Labeled illustrations help make this a comprehensive...
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Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 612.8 HICMahoney, Emily Jankowski
Summary: Have you ever wondered how the brain is able to control so many important things in the human body? Or how the spinal cord is structured? This volume engrosses and engages reader in this fascinating topic in an easy-to-follow format.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 612.8 MAHTandon, Nancy
Summary: "Rory Mitchell has always had an issue saying his Rs correctly (which is a real problem given his name); now in sixth grade his former best friend, Brent, suddenly sides with bullies against Rory; but then Brent is hit by a car and suffers a serious brain injury, which requires Rory to reevaluate everything"--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Charlesbridge 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Fiction, Call number: J FIC TANAbramovitz, Melissa
Summary: "Thrilling new discoveries in science and technology are announced almost daily. Cutting-Edge Science and Technology keeps readers at the forefront of new research. Brain Science covers fascinating cutting-edge neuroscience topics, from brain-to-brain communication systems to thought-controlled limbs and brain-mapping technologies. High-impact photos and explanatory graphics and charts bring...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2016
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1 available in Young Adult Non-fiction, Call number: YA 610 ABRBrett, Flora
Summary: "Engaging text and informative images help readers learn about their nervous system"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 612.8 BREHabinger, Esperanza
Summary: "This illustrated nonfiction book for middle-grade readers is a comprehensive overview of the brain. It looks at the science behind how it works, how it directs our day-to-day lives and how much we don't know about this key organ in our bodies."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Orca Book Publishers 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 612.8 HABMartinez-Neal, Juana
Summary: Enjoying days spent with animal friends near her home in the Amazon, young Zonia wonders what to do on a day when the rainforest calls out to her for help, in a lushly illustrated story that is complemented by back matter about the Asháninka community.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE MARCopies Available at Kingsley
1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE MARCooper, Robert
Summary: A book for young readers about the history and culture of the nation of Bahrain.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 953.65 COOAllende, Isabel.
Summary: When fifteen-year-old Alexander Cold accompanies his individualistic grandmother on an expedition to find a humanoid Beast in the Amazon, he experiences ancient wonders and a supernatural world as he tries to avert disaster for the Indians.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Rayo 2002
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1 available in Young Adult Foreign Language, Call number: YA FOREIGN SPANISH ALLWiley, Jesse
Summary: It's 1850, and you are setting off on the treacherous Oregon Trail. In this first book of four, your goal is to get you and your family to Chimney Rock on time. But many dangers await you on the journey ahead. Wild animals, natural disasters, sickness, and other obstacles stand between you and your destination. Which path will get you safely across the prairie? With more than twenty possible...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt 2018
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Summary: "This book introduces readers to the barn owl's life that starts when the sun goes down. The life cycle, diet, and habitat of this twilight raptor are explained in clear, easy-to-read text with bright photos and infographics. QR Codes in the books give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cody Koala, an imprint of Pop! 2023
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J591.518 ANDShores, Erika L.
Summary: How did the bananas on your breakfast cereal get to your local grocery store? This book explains how food gets from farms to stores and describes the role of the community workers who make it all possible.
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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 641.3 SHOCopies Available at Kingsley
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 641.3 ShoJenner, Caryn
Summary: Journey through the rainforest and discover the amazing animals that live there.
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2021
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1 available in Beginning Readers - Rising Reader (Purple), Call number: JBR PURPLE JENKneib, Martha
Summary: "The West African nation of Benin was once a French colony, but today, it has its own government, economic system, and rich culture. Readers explore Benin's past and present while discovering the keys to its future as they encounter fact-filled main text presented alongside helpful sidebars and internet links that encourage further research. In addition, readers are able to take a hands-on...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 966.83 KNEOsborne, Mary Pope
Summary: "Vampire bats and killer ants? That's what Jack and Annie are about to run into when the Magic Tree House whisks them away to the Amazon River. It's not long before they get hopelessly lost. Will they be able to find their way back to the tree house? Or are Jack and Annie stuck forever in the rain forest?"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2016
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Summary: "Readers will learn all about the life and habits of weird, but cute barn owls"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bearport Publishing 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 598.9 CAMHudak, Heather C.
Summary: "This engaging title introduces readers to one of the richest biomes in the world-the rain forest. A special section on this habitat under threat helps readers use their mapping skills to research endangered rainforest animals."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Crabtree Publishing Company 2019