Summary: Professor Gates' journey continues as a weekly series that will look at an ever-widening spectrum of our nation's fascinating ethnic mixture.
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Publisher / Publication Date: [Publisher not identified] 2016
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1 available in E-TV DVDs, Call number: DVD E-TV FINSummary: This 10-part series, with the renowned cultural critic and Harvard scholar Henry Louis Gates, Jr., delves into the genealogy and genetics of famous Americans, combining history and science in a fascinating exploration of race, family and identity in today's America. Professor Gates shakes loose captivating stories and surprises in the family trees of Kevin Bacon, Robert Downey, Jr., Branford...
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Publisher / Publication Date: PBS Home Video 2012
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Summary: Bullying is a problem in every school at every age level. Learning how to stand up to a bully is toughand so is learning not to be a bully yourself! Readers learn what a bully is and many of the common reasons bullying occurs. The main content clearly states that bullying is unacceptable, and photographs emphasize the negative emotions caused by bullying. In addition, some suggestions on...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 302.3 NAGConnors, Kathleen.
Summary: Learning remorse at wrongdoing is tough, especially for children. However, having a few little words to help show that remorse can really speed the process of making up for saying mean things, not sharing, or being rude. Readers see the many situations in which the words Im sorry should be used, including scenarios they may encounter in school or at home. Understandable language helps introduce...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 395 CONDonaghey, Reese.
Summary: Telling the truth can be difficult and upsetting, especially if the outcome could cause trouble. A lie might seem the easier course when youve broken your brothers favorite toy or havent yet cleaned your room, though you were asked to. Readers are introduced to the definition of a lie through accessible language and real-life examples. Then, the benefits of truth telling are presented to...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 170 DONNelson, Maria
Summary: Learning to speak in a polite manner can be tough. Sometimes, people receive gifts they dont like, dont want to help out at home, or are just in a hurry! Readers learn that politeness is easy to spread with just a few simple wordsplease and thank you. Taking the time to thank someone lets him or her know they are appreciated. Saying please shows a similar respect. Easy-to-read language aids...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 395 NELLandau, Elaine.
Summary: Discusses why we celebrate Veterans Day, why it is celebrated November 11th, and the different ways to celebrate.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Enslow Publishers 2002
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 394.264 LANLaPlante, Walter
Summary: No matter their age, sharing is one of the most important skills children can learn and practice. Its something they will do at school, home, and even later in life. Through understandable and age-appropriate language, readers learn what sharing is and how to do it. Common feelings associated with sharing are addressed, including the difficulties of sharing and why its important. Photographs...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 170 LAPLandau, Elaine.
Summary: Discusses the origins of Earth Day, its history, and how it is observed in the United States today.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Enslow Publishers 2002
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Summary: Describes the history and traditions surrounding the Chinese New Year while exploring the different ways it is celebrated in the United States.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Enslow Publishers 2001
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1 available in Juvenile Holidays - Springtime Holidays, Call number: J 394.2614 ROBSummary: A combination of yoga, ballet, body sculpting and cardio exercise.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Beachbody 2005
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 613.7046 YOGCopies Available at Fife Lake
1 available in Digital Video Disc, Call number: DVD YOGGrooms, Steve.
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Publisher / Publication Date: NorthWord Press 1991
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 598.842 GRONeal, Bill.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Knopf 1990
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 641.815 NEALa Bella, Laura
Summary: Introduces databases, describing what they are, how they work, and how they can be used.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Britannica Educational Publishing in association with Rosen Educational Services 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 005 LABGriffiths, Elly.
Summary: The death of a ninety-year-old woman with a heart condition should not be suspicious. Detective Sergeant Harbinder Kaur certainly sees nothing out of the ordinary when Peggy?s caretaker, Natalka, begins to recount Peggy Smith?s passing. But Natalka had a reason to be at the police station: while clearing out Peggy?s flat, she noticed an unusual number of crime novels, all dedicated to Peggy....
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Publisher / Publication Date: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt 2021
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1 available in Adult Fiction, Call number: M GRIGrosvenor, Donna K.
Summary: Presents a year in the life of a blue whale and her offspring.
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic Society 1977
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1 available in J Non Fic Series, Call number: JE 599.5 GROKrishnamurti, J. (Jiddu)
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Publisher / Publication Date: Krishnamurti Publications of America 2004
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 170.835 KRIJoosse, Barbara M.
Summary: "Lulu and her cousin Rocky are visiting the city of Detroit, the Motor City! There are so many fun things to see and do, like visiting Campus Martius to make sandcastles, eating cherries at the Eastern Market, riding the carousel at the Riverfront, and seeing the works of Diego Rivera at the Detroit Institiue of Arts." -- book jacket flap
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sleeping Bear Press 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J MI JoosseBullard, Lisa.
Summary: Text and photographs describe common foods that are the color red. Includes a recipe.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2006
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE Preschool Bullard 2006Fisher, Ron
Summary: Illustrates how the cottontail rabbit explores its environment, eats, washes, senses danger, rests, and cares for its young. Also describes wild and domestic rabbits around the world.
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic Society 1989
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1 available in J Non Fic Series, Call number: JE 599.322 FISStraker, Joan Ann
Summary: An introduction to the characteristics and natural environment of a variety of creatures inhabiting the ocean.
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic Society 1978
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1 available in J Non Fic Series, Call number: JE 597.92 NATBullard, Lisa.
Summary: Text and photographs describe common foods that are the color green. Includes a recipe.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2006
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE Preschool Bullard 2006Bullard, Lisa.
Summary: Text and photographs describe common foods that are the color orange. Includes a recipe.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2006