Stephen, Michael J.
Summary: "We take an average of 7.5 million breaths a year and some 600 million in our lifetime, and what goes on in our body each time oxygen is taken in and carbon dioxide expelled is nothing short of miraculous. "Our lungs are the lynchpin between our bodies and the outside world," writes Dr. Michael J. Stephen. And yet, we take our lungs for granted until we're incapacitated and suddenly confronted...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Atlantic Monthly Press 2021
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 612.2 STEIson, Tara.
Summary: Sarah, a California native, retreats to Rockaway Beach during the summer of 2001 with the hope of rekindling her passion for painting, and she finds inspiration in Marty, an elderly musician, who provokes unexpected feelings in her.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Soft Skull Press, an imprint of Counterpoint 2013
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1 available in Adult Fiction, Call number: FIC ISOMidthun, Joseph
Summary: "A graphic nonfiction volume that introduces the respiratory system in the human body"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: World Book, a Scott Fetzer Company 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 612.2 MIDKelley, Tyler J.
Summary: A deeply human exploration of how our centuries-long dream of conquering and shaping this vast network of waterways squares with the reality of an indomitable natural world.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Avid Reader Press 2021
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 627.12 KELBacon, Lindo
Summary: "Fat isn't the problem. Dieting is the problem. A society that rejects anyone whose body shape or size doesn't match an impossible ideal is the problem. A medical establishment that equates 'thin' with 'healthy' is the problem. The solution? Health at every size. Tune in to your body's expert guidance. Find the joy in movement. Eat what you want, when you want, choosing pleasurable foods that...
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Publisher / Publication Date: BenBella Books 2010
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 613.2 BACSummary: By the close of the Industrial Revolution, the American food supply was tainted--by frauds, fakes, and legions of new, untested chemicals--all threatening the health of consumers across the country. Based on the critically acclaimed book by Deborah Blum, it tells the story of crusading government chemist Harvey Washington Wiley, the man who led the pure food movement against the food...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2020
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1 available in E-TV DVDs, Call number: DVD E-TV POILeaf, Caroline
Summary: Our toxic thoughts, depression and anxiety are frequently aggravated by our chaotic world, and they are sustained by an inability to manage our thought life. The author provides a 5-step, 63-day plan, the Neurocycle, to find and eliminate the root of anxiety, depression, and intrusive thoughts in your life so you can experience dramatically improved mental and physical health.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Baker Books, a division of Baker Publishing Group 2021
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 616.89 LEAWillard, Christopher
Summary: "In Alphabreaths, children will learn their ABCs and the basics of mindfulness through playful breathing exercises. Breaths like Mountain Breath and Redwood Breath will connect them with nature, while breaths like Heart Breath and Wish Breath will help them remember to fill their heart with gratitude and send good wishes to others. Simple, playful, and with delightful illustrations,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sounds True 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: JE Mindful WillardKatschke, Judy
Summary: "In this addition to our Magic School Bus Rides Again Branches Series, the class travels inside Carlos' nose after he develops a mysterious illness."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic Inc. 2018
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J FIC KUTCopies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Beginning Readers - Transitional Reader (Blue), Call number: JBR BLUE KATRose, Rachel
Summary: "When I play outside, sweat starts to roll down my face. Drip, drip, drop! Why does my body do that? Explore the silly body science of sweat. Learn how it happens, why it keeps you healthy, and more. Lively text and bright layouts make this a perfect fit for budding scientists asking big body questions"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bearport Publishing 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 612.7 ROSAndrews, Elizabeth
Summary: This book introduces readers to the biology of fish. Students will learn about oxygen and how fish absorb it from water into their bodies. Vivid photographs, infographics, and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cody Koala, an imprint of Pop! 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 573.28 ANDHicks, Dwayne
Summary: "Your lungs are constantly at work exchanging carbon dioxide created by your body with fresh oxygen from the air. We couldn't live without lungs! Readers will learn about the process of respiration with manageable text and labeled diagrams. Other topics include the respiratory system, the diaphragm, and diseases of the lungs"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 612.2 HICRipley, Mark
Summary: Readers with inquisitive minds are guaranteed to enjoy this fascinating look at life science in action. Highlighting one of Earth s most popular animals, this book investigates the science behind the polar bear s unique adaptations. Each chapter is accompanied by vibrant photographs, which complement the text. Manageable language explains advanced concepts in an accessible manner. This...
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Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 599.786 RIPBlum, Deborah
Summary: Dr. Harvey Washington Wiley set out to ensure food safety. He selected food tasters to test various food additives and preservatives, letting them know that the substances could be harmful or deadly. The tasters were recognized for their courage, and became known as the poison squad.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Press 2018
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 921 WILEY, HARVEY WASHINGTON BLULekas Miller, Anna
Summary: "Love Across Borders takes readers through contentious frontiers around the world to reveal the widespread prejudicial laws intent on dividing us. Anna Lekas Miller tells her own gripping story of meeting Salem Rizk in Istanbul, where they were reporting on the Syrian civil war. But when Turkey started cracking down on refugees, Salem, who is Syrian, wasn't allowed to stay there, nor could he...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Algonquin Books of Chapel Hill 2023
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 323.6 LEKHansen, Grace
Summary: The body is an incredible machine and this title introduces the gross and amazing reasons our bodies sweat. Complete with cool and colorful photos, labeled when needed, and a Let's Review! section
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Kids Jumbo, an imprint of Abdo Kids 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 612 HANMacdonald, Fiona
Summary: Breathe in, breathe out ... We all do it, every day and every night. Breathing is essential for life. It brings oxygen (a gas in the air) into our lungs. We need oxygen to keep our brains and bodies working properly. Without it--without breathing--we would die very quickly! This breathtaking guide to breathing explores the process of breathing and how disgusting substances like mucus and snot...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Franklin Watts, an Imprint of Scholastic, Inc. 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 612.2 MACWillard, Christopher
Summary: "This book is in the same vein as Herve Tullet's Press Here. The child physically interacts with the book, balancing it on their stomach, blowing on the pages, tracing lines on the page with their fingers and so on. Throughout the book, they learn to become aware of their breath and to use it in connection with positive intentions, such as releasing worries and sending kind wishes to others"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sounds True 2020
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2014
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Place a hold to request this item.Lee, Justin
Summary: Discusses what the respiratory system is, how it works, and how it may be affected by various diseases.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Rosen Central 2001
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1 available in J Non Fic Series, Call number: J 612.2 LEESalt, Zelda
Summary: In this book, readers discover the most fascinating facts about respiration, the structure of the lungs, and even some of the seemingly gross processes that happen in their body!
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 612.2 SALLi, William W.
Summary: "Dr. Li introduces the surprising new science of weight loss, revealing healthy body fat can help you lose weight; your metabolism at 60 can be the same as when you were 20; yo-yo dieting can be good for your health; 8-hour fasting windows can be as effective as 12-hour fasting windows; and losing just a little bit of weight can have big impacts on your health. Eat to Beat Your Diet shows...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2023
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 613.2 LICopies Available at Kingsley
1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 613.2 LISummary: Sid Straw's unexceptional life takes a wild turn when he's named co-chair of his college reunion and accidentally stalks famous college classmate, actress Elizabeth Banks, on social media. His messages to her go viral, and with each failed attempt to convince people he really knows her, Sid's life spirals out of control until he finds himself banned from the reunion. Stuck at a crossroads and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2021
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2 available in Comedy DVDs, Call number: DVD COMEDY EATCastel-Branco, Inês
Summary: Breathe is a picture book that helps children to work through worries and fears by playful breathing, stretching, and relaxation techniques. In particular, this book focuses on the importance of breathing. This book shows how to help little ones become aware of their breath through exercises based in yoga, tai chi, chi kung, and kinesiology. Includes a "Note to Parents and Caregivers" which...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Magination Press, American Psychological Association 2018