Woodward, John.
Summary: Provides detailed descriptions of a wide variety of topics from sedimentary rock to the stratosphere, in a lavishly illustrated introduction to the planet and its role in the solar system that pairs example photographs with accessible captions.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: DK Pub. 2009
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1 available in Juvenile Oversized, Call number: J 550 WOOSchreier, Iris.
Summary: Presents detailed instructions for twenty-five projects for creating a variety of shawls, scarves, cowls, and capes, with advice on techniques and finishing details.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Lark Crafts 2012
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 746.432 SCHFerris, William
Summary: Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, folklorist William Ferris toured his home state of Mississippi, documenting the voices of African Americans as they spoke about and performed the diverse musical traditions that form the authentic roots of the blues. Now, Give My Poor Heart Ease puts a searing selection of the artistically and emotionally rich voices from this invaluable documentary record....
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: University of North Carolina Press 2009
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 781.643 FERSmith, Jeff
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cartoon Books 1996
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1 available in Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: 741.5 SMIDevera, Czeena
Summary: Learn about some wild animals animals.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Parent-Teacher Collection, Call number: JE Teach DeveraSlesin, Suzanne.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Abbeville Press Publishers 1996
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 681.7631 SLEZiefert, Harriet
Summary: "Does an Owl Wear Eyeglasses? explores the eyes and sight-abilities of various animals--and why most don't need or won't ever wear glasses. This leads into an exploration of how humans are able to improve their natural sight (and see things well beyond what 20/20 vision offers) and how people with vision limitations handle their daily lives."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Blue Apple Books 2014
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 612.8 ZIECorwin, Norman
Summary: Academy Award nominees Paul Giamatti and David Strathairn star in Norman Corwin's electrifying dramatization of the history-making Lincoln-Douglas debates. This fierce rivalry between rising legislator Abraham Lincoln and incumbent Senator Stephen A. Douglas tackled some of the day's most passionate and controversial issues -- above all, those of slavery and the American concept of freedom. As...
Format: sound recording-nonmusical
Publisher / Publication Date: L.A. Theatre Works 2009
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1 available in Compact Disc Audio Book, Call number: CD 808.5 CORKlein, J. M.
Summary: The United States and Canada have become beacons of democracy around the world. This book explores the two nations' histories from colonies to world powers, as well as the ways their governments have been structured. Readers will learn about the importance of checks and balances, limited government, and civic responsibility in both countries. They will gain a deep understanding about what it...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 973 KLESmith, Jeff
Summary: The adventure starts when cousins Fone Bone, Phoney Bone, and Smiley Bone are run out of Boneville and later get separated and lost in the wilderness, meeting monsters and making friends as they attempt to return home.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic 2007
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1 available in Juvenile Graphic Novels, Call number: J 741.5 SMICopies Available at East Bay
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1 available in JT Fantasy, Call number: JT Fantasy Smith 2007Smith, Jeff
Summary: The adventure starts when cousins Fone Bone, Phoney Bone, and Smiley Bone are run out of Boneville and later get separated and lost in the wilderness, meeting monsters and making friends as they attempt to return home.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic 2006
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1 available in Juvenile Graphic Novels, Call number: J 741.5 SMICopies Available at Fife Lake
1 available in Graphic Novels, Call number: J FIC SMIBrinded, Alex
Summary: "What kinds of everyday objects use levers? What do pulleys do? Questions such as these are answered in this age-appropriate text about the science behind levers and pulleys, which is a essential physical science concept. Fact boxes, informative diagrams, and vivid, full-color photographs add extra insight, appealing to budding scientists who are curious about machines and the parts that make...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J STEM Things BrindedJames, Alice
Summary: When was the webcam invented and why? Do imaginary numbers exist? What is fuzzy logic? Find the answers these questions about the amazing world of numbers, computers and coding, along with loads of other curious, amazing and mind-boggling facts, in this eye-catching book that is absolutely bursting with information.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: 2018
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT STEM JamesMassie, Robert K.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: History Book club 1980
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 921 PETER THE GREAT MASAnthony, William
Summary: "Have you ever wondered how a chick in an egg becomes an adult chicken? This colorful life science guide shows you how it works! Real-life photographs combined with charming illustrations are sure to interest even the most reluctant readers. The manageable text was designed to draw readers into the learning process with fun, interactive instructions"--Amazon.
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Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 636.5 ANTHigginbotham, Anastasia
Summary: Explains that although many adults do not care to admit it, color does still matter in the United States; discusses racism and the fight against it; and argues that bias is a problem for whites, but that white people do not have to accept it.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Dottir Press 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 305.8 HIGCopies Available at Peninsula
1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J305.8009 HIGMiller, Derek L.
Summary: Making crayons is a dramatic and captivating process. First, wax is heated in massive siloes until it is molten. After the wax is mixed with the pigment, the crayons are molded and cooled before their labels are added. This book guides readers as the fascinating process unfolds, explaining the function of each ingredient that gives us our fun crayons.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 665.5 MILMiller, Derek L.
Summary: "A book for young readers about pencils and how they are made"--
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 681 MILTwiddy, Robin
Summary: "Batteries and bulbs are found in many household devices, such as radios, lamps, portable video games, and other everyday objects. How do they work? This age-appropriate and accessible main text helps readers to develop a deeper understanding of the science of batteries and bulbs. These STEM concepts are presented to readers in a way that encourages their interest in common science curriculum...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: 2019
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Summary: "When a bell rings or a buzzer goes off, it often serves as a reminder to complete a certain task or directs our attention to something that needs to be done. Readers learn about the various functions of bells and buzzers and how they operate throughout this detailed main text, which explores essential science curriculum topics. In addition, informative fact boxes, comprehensive diagrams, and...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J STEM Things BrindedJennings, Terry J.
Summary: Examines, in text and labelled diagrams and illustrations, how various types of airplanes and other flying machines work and the kinds of functions they perform. Includes instructions for related projects and experiments.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Kingfisher Books 1993
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.133 JENKalman, Bobbie.
Summary: Introduces the animal kingdom, showing and describing the main groups of animals and discussing their anatomy, habitats, reproduction, and classification.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Crabtree Pub. Co. 1998
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Summary: Read along as we dissect, explore, and explain how things do what they do. Complete with exciting diagrams and illustrations, accessible explanations, trivia, and fun features, How Things Work: Inside Out explains cell phones, 3D printers, lava lamps, skyscrapers, and everything in between!
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic Kids 2017
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Summary: "Full-color photos and simple, step-by-step instructions describe 10 crafts and activities using cardboard tubes and common materials found around the house"--
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2014