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Making of America (Abrams) volume 2
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A portrait of one of America's most controversial presidents traces his youth, participation in the Revolutionary War, nationalist perspectives, resolve to dismantle the national bank, and discriminatory actions against black and Native Americans.
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Pub. Date
2018.
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32 unnumbered pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm.
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"Did you know that baby dolphins are usually born tail-first? Did you know that each dolphin has a unique whistle (like a human's fingerprints) that makes them instantly recognizable to their friends? Did you know that killer whales are actually a kind of dolphin?" -- Dust jacket.
45) The undefeated
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"The Newbery Award-winning author of The Crossover pens an ode to black American triumph and tribulation, with art from a two-time Caldecott Honoree"--
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Pub. Date
2013.
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1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 23 x 29 cm
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"When Robert Frost was a child, his family thought he would grow up to be a baseball player. Instead, he became a poet. His life on a farm in New Hampshire inspired him to write 'poetry that talked,' and today he is famous for his vivid descriptions of the rural life he loved so much. There was a time, though, when Frost had to struggle to get his poetry published. Told from the point of view of Lesley, Robert Frost's oldest daughter, this is the...
47) Real dragons
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Pub. Date
2018.
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48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
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"Find out about dragon-like critters in this new Co-reader from National Geographic Kids. Co-readers provide one page of adult-read-aloud text and one page of kid-read-aloud text on each spread, building toward a collaborative reading experience. Think dragons exist only in fairy tales? Think again! Meet huge komodo dragons, flying lizards, and all sorts of amazing creatures that really are stranger than fiction. Adult and child readers will learn...
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Pub. Date
[2014]
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96 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 27 cm
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"You might know that Columbus discovered America, Lewis and Clark headed west with Sacajawea, and Sally Ride blasted into space. But what do you really know about these bold explorers? What were they like as kids? What pets or bad habits did they have? And what drove their passion to explore unknown parts of the world? With juicy tidbits about everything from favorite foods to first loves, Lives of the Explorers reveals these fascinating adventurers...
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Pub. Date
[2017]
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1 volume unpaged : colored illustrations ; 28 cm
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"Dashrath Manjhi used a hammer and chisel, grit, determination, and twenty years to carve a path through the mountain separating his poor village from the nearby village with schools, markets, and a hospital. Manjhi Moves a Mountain shows how everyone can make a difference if their heart is big enough."--Provided by publisher.
50) Zombies
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Series
Pub. Date
[2017]
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121 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
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"Are undead, brain-hungry zombies real, or just a myth? You decide with this new book in the nonfiction series, Behind the Legend! Behind the Legend looks at creatures and monsters throughout history and analyzes them through a scientific, mythbusting lens, debating whether or not the sightings and evidence provided are adequate proof of their existence. In Zombies, readers learn about all the stories and "proof" of them, from accounts in history...
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"Your soul is nothing less than an atom bomb. What if someone handed you a manual on how to use this powerhouse and transcend the limitations of time and reality as you know it? "We are not alone" is now an established fact, but who are the Others, invested in our growth on Earth? How and why are they coming closer to us now? The messages contained in this book will open your eyes to: -
-Significance of life on Earth and in the human body
-How to...
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Series
Pub. Date
2016.
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1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 31 cm.
Description
Our bodies come in all shapes and sizes, and they change throughout our lives, from newborn babies and children through to teenagers, and maybe to mums and dads and grandparents. Find out about growing and learning, big and small, keeping fit, breaks and bruises, the five senses, using our minds, how we are the same and how we are different - and lots more. Our bodies really are amazing!
55) Jump shot
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Pub. Date
2018.
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40 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Description
Provides an introduction to the game of basketball, covering the rules of the game, how the court is laid out, and how the players practice and prepare for games.
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Pub. Date
2016.
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64 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm.
Description
Getting ready for a party this weekend? Looking for a cool new do for school? A visual guide to 30 basic through advanced hairstyles covers options ranging from a quick five-minute style for rushed school days to fancier looks for special occasions, grading each for difficulty level while providing a complementary section on brushes, products and accessories.
57) Wake up!
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Pub. Date
2017.
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1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 24 x 26 cm
Description
Simple poetic language and close-up photographs invite readers to explore all the baby animals who are born during spring.
58) Australia
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Pub. Date
2017.
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1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations, map ; 23 cm.
Description
Hello! My name is Ruby, and I'm a kid just like you living in Australia. Australia is a country filled with awesome beaches, unique animals, and exciting cities! Have you ever wondered what Australia is like? Come along with me to find out!
60) Ducks
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Series
Pub. Date
2018.
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pages cm.
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"From fuzzy ducklings to graceful birds, waddle your way into this adorable early reader, all about ducks! Perfect for beginning and young readers, National Geographic Pre-readers include simple, expert-vetted text and large, engaging photos on every page. A vocabulary tree at the beginning of the book introduces kids to key words in concept groups, helping kids make connections between words. Plus, a wrap-up activity gives kids a chance to use what...
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