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Amusement parks Civil rights workers Alabama Montgomery Biography Juvenile literature Montgomery (Ala.) Biography Juvenile literature Montgomery (Ala.) Race relations Juvenile literature National parks and reserves National parks and reserves Juvenile literature Parks Parks Juvenile literature Parks, Rosa 1913-2005 Parks, Rosa 1913-2005 Juvenile literatureLassieur, Allison
Summary: This encyclopedia offers readers the chance to explore the 63 national parks in the United States and its territories. Alongside photos of the parks, the text highlights each park's history, points of interest, and things to do. Features include glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Encyclopedias, an imprint of Abdo Reference 2023
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J917.3 LASStewart, J. J.
Summary: "The Grand Canyon's stunning path is visible from space and attracts more than 5 million people each year. Grand Canyon National Park explores the park, including its geology, plant and animal life, the peoples who have called it home, and its main attractions. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject." -- Publisher's website.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2017
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J973.79 NATAnthony, William
Summary: Why is a milk bottle made of plastic? Why is a jumper made of wool? What's the best material for a slippery slide? Take a closer look at the many materials around you and discover what your park is made of.
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Publisher / Publication Date: BookLife Publishing 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 620.11 ANTSpalding, Maddie
Summary: "The Everglades are unique among the national parks for their warm wetlands. Everglades National Park explores the park, including its geology, plant and animal life, the peoples who have called it home, and its main attractions. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject." -- Publisher's website.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2017
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J973.79 NATDavis, Bela
Summary: "This title brings a twist to the usual scavenger hunt. Instead of just finding objects, readers will be asked to use all their senses when checking things off their lists! My Park Scavenger Hunt focuses on finding things in a park and helps readers see, hear, feel, smell, and taste the world around them"--Amazon.com.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Kids Junior, an imprint of Abdo Kids 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 612.8 DAVBrown, Jordan
Summary: An introduction to the science that powers favorite amusement park rides reveals why a roller coaster does not need an engine and how bumper cars can move without gasoline.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Simon Spotlight 2015
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1 available in Beginning Readers - Transitional Reader (Blue), Call number: JBR BLUE BROFunk, Josh
Summary: "Pearl and her trusty rust-proof robot, Pascal, are enjoying a day out at the amusement park and learning more about coding"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Viking, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC 2019
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Summary: "This title introduces readers to Water Parks. A short history of water parks is included as are the components of effective water park design such as drop, curve, gravity, friction, and lubrication, and safety features. Notable water parks from around the world are examined including Noah's Ark, World Waterpark, Aldeia das Aguas Park Resort, Tropical Islands, and Walt Disney World's Blizzard...
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Publisher / Publication Date: A & D Xtreme, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2016
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Summary: Introduces young readers to parks, describing all the things to see there and the places to play.
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2023
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1 available in Beginning Readers - New Reader (Green), Call number: JBR GREEN SIRHocking, Justin.
Summary: Looks at the features and history of several of the most renowned skate parks in the United States.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Rosen Pub. 2009
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.22 HOCPatrick, Denise Lewis
Summary: The A Girl Named series tells the stories of how ordinary American girls grew up to be extraordinary American women. Rosa Parks refused to give up her bus seat to a white passenger in 1955, but how did she come to be so brave?
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Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic Inc. 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 921 PATHarris, Duchess
Summary: When black bus rider Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat to a white passenger in 1955, she helped ignite a civil rights struggle across the country. Examines this historic event from multiple perspectives, including those of Parks herself, civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., and Parks's husband, Raymond.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Publishing 2018
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J323.092 HARHengel, Katherine
Summary: "Cool Parks & Trails makes the great outdoors fun and exciting. Make a magnificent walking stick or play a game of hiking bingo. Create a no-hands water holder or a bike helmet mohawk. This book is full of easy-to-follow steps and bright photography for every activity. Plus, it's written just for kids! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards"--Provided by the publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Publishing 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.5 HENBaptiste, Tracey
Summary: "Introduces readers to two brave Black women who stood up against segregation, setting in motion the Montgomery Bus Boycott and showing the nation how positive change can start with a single defiant act"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 920 BAPRancour, Thom
Summary: Legend of the Hartwick Pines is a beautifully illustrated children's book mixing legend with facts about Michigan's indigenous, earliest explorers and its all important logging industry. This tale chronicles how traditional logging, overfishing, and the stocking of non-native fish impacted one of Michigan's beautiful native fish, the arctic grayling. This must-have book is an entertaining yet...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Four Pines farms 0000
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 398.2 RANMcDonough, Yona Zeldis.
Summary: In 1955, Rosa Parks refused to give her bus seat to a white passenger in Montgomery, Alabama. This seemingly small act triggered civil rights protests across America and earned Rosa Parks the title "Mother of the Civil Rights Movement."
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Publisher / Publication Date: Grosset & Dunlap 2010
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JB BASKET PARKSTheoharis, Jeanne
Summary: "This definitive biography of Rosa Parks accessibly examines her six decades of activism, challenging young readers perceptions of her as an accidental actor in the civil rights movement."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Beacon Press 2021
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1 available in Young Adult Non-fiction, Call number: YA 921 PARFitzpatrick, Insha
Summary: From refusing to give up her bus seat to a white passenger to sparking civil rights protests across America, explore how Rosa Parks's powerful act earned her the title "Mother of the Civil Rights Movement." A story of resistance, strength, and unwavering spirit, this graphic novel invites readers to immerse themselves in the life of the American Civil Rights leader -- brought to life by...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Workshop 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 921 PARKanani, Sheila,.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2020
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT People ParksHansen, Grace
Summary: This title will take readers throughout the beautiful Badlands National Park in South Dakota. Readers will learn the park's size, and the important plants, animals, and natural features that make it unique.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Kids 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 978.393 HANHansen, Grace
Summary: This title will take readers throughout the beautiful Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park on Hawaii Island. Readers will learn the park's size, and the important plants, animals, and natural features that make it unique.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Kids Jumbo, an imprint of Abdo Kids 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 996.9 HANLondon, Martha
Summary: "At the border of Nepal and Tibet, climbers try to reach the highest point above sea level. Mount Everest looks at when and how this mountain formed and what the future looks like for the popular climbing peak."--Amazon
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Publisher / Publication Date: Kids Core, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2021
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J910.202 LONHansen, Grace
Summary: Everglades National Park, located in southern Florida, boasts many different ecosystems, plants, and animals. Readers will learn about when it officially became a national park, who was involved, the park's climate, and plants and animals that are commonly found there. Complete with simple text, beautiful photographs, and an activities list for readers.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Kids 2018