Maslo, Lina
Summary: A lyrical nonfiction picture book about the inspired life of C. S. Lewis, the beloved author of the Chronicles of Narnia--from Free as a Bird author-illustrator Lina Maslo. Perfect for fans of The Important Thing About Margaret Wise Brown and Some Writer!: The Story of E.B. White. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Balzer + Bray, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 921 LEWRaphael, Rina
Summary: "The wellness industry has grown from modest roots into a $4.4 trillion entity and a full-blown movement promising health and vitality. While wellness may have sprung from good intentions, we are now relentlessly flooded with exploitative offerings, questionable ideas, and a mounting pressure to stay devoted to the divine doctrine of wellness. What happens when the cure becomes as bad as the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Henry Holt and Company 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 613 RAPRagionieri, Pina.
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Publisher / Publication Date: High Museum of Art 2001
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1 available in Oversize, Call number: OVS 759.5 RAGAnastasio, Dina
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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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.332 ANACopies Available at Interlochen
1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Sport What AnastasioAnastasio, Dina
Summary: "Who HQ rolls out the red carpet for Where Is Hollywood?--the film capital of the world. Developed in the 1880s by Midwesterners looking for a sunny winter getaway, Hollywood was a small housing development outside still-small Los Angeles. But everythingchanged in the early 1900s when filmmakers from New York flocked to the area, where they could make movies without having to pay Thomas...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Workshop, an imprint of Penguin Random House 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 384.8 ANAGachman, Dina
Summary: "A searching, heartfelt exploration about what it means to process grief, by a bestselling author and journalist whose experience with two devastating losses inspired her to bring comfort and understanding to others. Since losing her mother to cancer in 2018 and her sister to alcoholism less than three years later, author and journalist Dina Gachman has dedicated herself to understanding what...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Union Square & Co. 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 155.9 GACCopies Available at Peninsula
1 available in Adult, Call number: 155.9 GACLiu, Bin
Summary: Kites and China are practically synonymous, since these childhood toys were originally invented there before becoming popular around the world. For over 2000 years, kites have been a common sight in China, from the imperial court to the common people, and over that time period the craftsmanship of the kite has been perfected-and includes a diversity and richness of styles. In Chinese Kites,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Better Link Press 2015
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 796.15 LIUXu, Bing
Summary: "Seventeen traditional American and Chinese songs are written in artist Xu Bing's signature Square Word Calligraphy"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Viking Books for Young Readers 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 793 XUCopies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 793 XUMaslo, Lina
Summary: "The threads on Zlata's beautiful birthday blouse were knotted by her mother's hands. "Red is for love, and black is for sadness," her Papa says. Her Mama warns her not to show it off. Ever since the Communists came from Russia to Ukraine, they prohibited the teaching of Ukrainian culture. They've even taken the grain from Zlata's family's fields. But despite the danger, her parents refuse to...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2024
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE MASDina, Karin.
Summary: Rick and Karin Dina are both healthcare practitioners and long-time followers of a raw food diet. They have provided scientific information on how to construct nutritious raw diets through their Science of Raw Food Nutrition classes to hundreds of students. This book is a compendium of the latest information from peer-reviewed research and their own clinical experience on why raw diets are so...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Healthy Living Publications 2015
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 613.26 DINAnastasio, Dina
Summary: "Readers will learn about the Eiffel Tower, the beloved and iconic symbol of Paris, France, and one of the most recognizable structures in the world. Set up for the World's Fair in 1889, the Eiffel Tower greets millions of visitors each year who climb up its wrought-iron stairs, ride its glass elevators, and enjoy the wonderful views of the city spread out below it"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Grosset & Dunlap, an imprint of Penguin Random House 2017
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J900 WHE BASKETUhl, Xina M.
Summary: In this online world, it's easier than ever for young people to manage their money, stay within a budget, and grow their money with smart investments. The explosion of online shopping means that it's also become easier than ever to spend that money foolishly. This lively volume helps teens to navigate the world of finances and shopping online with explanations about banking, credit, mobile...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2020
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1 available in Young Adult Collection, Call number: 332.024 Uhl 2020Uhl, Xina M.
Summary: "A first car is a young person's ticket to independence and responsibility. A lot is involved in the process of this purchase: how to decide what to buy, what is affordable, how much may be owed in taxes, and what the insurance options are. This information-packed volume helps readers learn how to negotiate the purchase price, whether they are entitled to a warranty, and how to get a loan. Tips...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2020
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1 available in Young Adult Non-fiction, Call number: YA 629.22 Uhl 2020Uhl, Xina M.
Summary: "Learning careful money management does far more than allow young people to pay bills, save for emergencies, and meet long-term goals like home ownership. Using a budget also provides for a better quality of life. This easy-to-follow guide helps readers learn how to craft a budget that accounts for earnings, spending, and short-term and long-term savings goals. Concise directions thoughtfully...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2020
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1 available in Young Adult Collection, Call number: YA 332.024 Uhl 2020Uhl, Xina M.
Summary: Readers will investigate the facts and compare the data provided, and then decide for themselves if werewolves are real.
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Publisher / Publication Date: World Book 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 001.944 UHLUhl, Xina M.
Summary: Readers of this book will investigate the facts and compare the data provided in the fascinating text and compelling infographics, and then decide for themselves if vampires are real.
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Publisher / Publication Date: World Book 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 001.944 UHLCaro, Ina.
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Publisher / Publication Date: W.W. Norton & Co. 2011
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 944 CARAnastasio, Dina
Summary: "Discover the history and culture of one of the most famous waterways in the world: the mighty Mississippi! The most famous river in America runs like a spine between the eastern and western parts of the country, flowing through ten states before it empties into the Gulf of Mexico. The mighty Miss also flows through the history of America, giving rise to great stories about the people who...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Workshop, an imprint of Penguin Random House 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 977 ANACopies Available at Peninsula
1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J900 WHE BASKETAnastasio, Dina
Summary: Describes the life and career of Steve Irwin, famously known as the Crocodile Hunter, from his childhood and early love of animals to his rise in popularity as a film and television star and naturalist.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Grosset & Dunlap, an imprint of Penguin Group (USA) LLC 2015
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JB BASKET IRWINUhl, Xina M.
Summary: Learning how to save and invest for the future may seem complicated, but this volume simplifies this topic into manageable, understandable bits. While working and earning a salary may be best-known means of increasing wealth, other types of investments are discussed as well. This approachable guide goes through banking basics like opening an account, compounding interest, making deposits, using...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2020
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1 available in Young Adult Collection, Call number: 332.6 Uhl 2020Uhl, Xina M.
Summary: "Readers of this book will investigate the facts and compare the data provided in the fascinating text and compelling infographics, and then decide for themselves if the Loch Ness monster is real"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: World Book 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 001.944 UHLUhl, Xina M.
Summary: Like dancers in the sky, aerial silks athletes hang from long strips of fabric and perform acrobatics suspended from them with beauty, grace, and sheer physical skill. This captivating book encourages readers who may not have access to other sports to be physically and acrobatically active. It profiles the leading silks performers, circus arts organizations that teach courses, and places where...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Rosen Central 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 791.3 UHLUhl, Xina M.
Summary: Most people today must borrow money to buy a car, a house, or go to college. Borrowing with credit cards is a way of life in the modern world. Readers learn how to make credit work for them instead of falling into long-term debt. This invaluable guide covers secured and unsecured credit, how to calculate interest, understanding statements, choosing the right card, fees, billing cycles, minimum...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2020
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1 available in Young Adult Collection, Call number: 332.7 Uhl 2020Uhl, Xina M.
Summary: Earning money at a job for the first time is an exciting step on the road to adulthood. Taking the steps necessary to getting that job and learning how to function as an employee make this a valuable experience. Teens soon realize that their paychecks may quickly disappear when spent on new technology, clothing, entertainment, and other things. This informative volume guides readers through...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2020