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Summary: Recounts the events of Hurricane Katrina and the devastation it caused in New Orleans, discusses the global efforts to help the victims, and describes the rebuilding efforts.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 2012
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 976.3 BENCopies Available at East Bay
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 976.3 BENZeiger, Jennifer
Summary: From rural swampland to the historic streets of New Orleans, Louisiana is home to many incredible sights. Readers will get a taste of everything this incredible southern state has to offer as they explore its most notable locations and absorb the local culture. They will also explore its rich history, learn about the local government, 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 976.3 ZEIPetersen, David
Summary: Describes the landscape, history, wildlife, and activities available for visitors at Chaco Culture National Park in New Mexico.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 1999
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 978.9 PETYomtov, Nelson
Summary: "This book details the history, culture, geography and government of New Jersey."--Provided by publisher.
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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 974.9 YOMCrane, Cody
Summary: The state of New York might be most famous for the enormous city that shares its name, but there is also a lot going on throughout the rest of the state. Readers will explore all of New York, from wilderness and farmland to the streets of Manhattan. Along the way, theyll find out what makes the state tick, from history and government to local culture 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 974.7 CRAFlanagan, Alice K.
Summary: Examines the culture, history, and society of the Pueblos.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 1998
Copies Available at Peninsula
1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 973 FLARau, Dana Meachen
Summary: Discusses the history, customs, and celebrations of New Year's Day.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 2000
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 394.2614 RAUMartin, Patricia A. Fink
Summary: Describes the physical characteristics, habitats, life cycles, and behavior of New World monkeys, which live in South and Central America.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 2000
Copies Available at Peninsula
1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 599.8 MARFlanagan, Alice K.
Summary: Examines the history, culture, and society of the Zuni Indians, one of the groups of Pueblo Indians living in New Mexico.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 1998
Copies Available at Peninsula
1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 978 FLATaylor-Butler, Christine
Summary: On December 1, 1955, Rosa Parks was arrested when she refused to give up her seat on a bus so a white man could sit. Almost overnight, she became an icon of the rapidly growing civil rights movement. Readers will find out how Parks continued to fight for African American civil rights after her famous arrest. They will also learn more about the racism and segregation that Parks and other African...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 921 PARDoak, Robin S. (Robin Santos)
Summary: At the age of 11, Malala Yousafzai began writing a blog in support of education for girls in Pakistan. As the blog gained popularity and Yousafzai became famous, she faced opposition from religious extremists who were against womens right to education. Readers will discover how Yousafzai stood her ground against terrorist activists, even after being shot for her beliefs. They will also learn...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 921 YOUSon, John
Summary: "Young readers rediscover the story of the largest and most luxurious ship ever built, The Titanic. Featuring historical imagery, first-hand accounts, and text"--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic, Inc. 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 910.9163 SONMcClure Anastasia, Laura
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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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 910.9163 MCCDoak, Robin S. (Robin Santos)
Summary: After escaping from slavery when she was a young woman, Harriet Tubman devoted herself to helping others do the same. Readers will discover how Tubman became the most famous conductor on the Underground Railroad, rescuing her family members and dozens of others from plantations in the south and helping them reach safety in the north.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 921 TUBGregory, Josh
Summary: As one of the most influential leaders of the American civil rights movement in the 1950s and 60s, Martin Luther King, Jr., is a towering figure in U.S. history. Readers will explore King's life, from his boyhood in Atlanta to his triumphant successes in breaking down the barriers of racism and segregation. They will also find out how King was influenced by peaceful leaders such as Mahatma...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 921 KINMarsico, Katie
Summary: "Learn all about the darkest and brightest places on Earth and find out what it takes for life to survive in these extreme locations."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 551.6 MARNelson, Sharlene P.
Summary: Describes the destruction caused by the eruption of Mount St. Helens in 1980, the slow return of plant and animal life, and the special area set aside to study this renewal.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 1997
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 979.784 NELMarsico, Katie
Summary: "Learn all about the highest and lowest places on Earth and find out what it takes for life to survive in these extreme locations."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 551.8 MARTaylor-Butler, Christine
Summary: As the first African American first lady of the United States, Michelle Obama has had a big role to fill. Readers will follow Obamas journey from her childhood in Chicago to her work as a lawyer and her achievements in the White House. They will also learn how she helped with her husbands political career and helped him win presidential elections in 2008 and 2012.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an Imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 921 OBAGregory, Josh
Summary: Born into slavery, Frederick Douglass knew from an early age that all people deserved freedom. Readers will discover Douglass’s amazing story, from how he secretly educated himself and taught fellow slaves how to read to how he escaped to freedom and became one of the nation’s most persuasive voices for abolition.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 921 DOUHolzweiss, Kristina
Summary: "Learn how to complete DIY projects dealing with basic machines and robots. Along the way, get a look at some of history's most incredible inventions and scientific discoveries."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press/Scholastic 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 621 HOLBrearley, Laurie
Summary: From rushing river currents to the waves that crash along coastlines, water power is all around us. For centuries, people have relied on the movement of water for transportation and a power source for simple machines. It can also be used to create the electricity we rely on every day. Readers will find out what makes water flow from one place to another, how dams and turbines are used to...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 333.91 BREHamalainen, Karina
Summary: "Learn about the history of animation and find out how animated films are made today"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 777 HAMBurgan, Michael
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