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The big red horse: the story of Secretariat and the loyal groom who loved him
By Lawrence Scanlan. 2007
On March 30, 1970, a wobbly foal named Secretariat was born on a farm in Virginia - but he was…
no ordinary horse. He was bigger and more muscled than racehorses his age, and after a slow start and lots of training, he went on to compete for the biggest prize in racing - the Triple Crown. This is also the story of the one person who helped Secretariat the most - feeding him grain, bathing him, and chatting with him at dawn each day - his groom, Edward "Shorty" Sweat. Grades 5-8. 2007.Sports hall of fame, weird
By Kevin Sylvester. 2005
Take a walk on the weird side! Odd, weird and just plain gross moments in sports await you, including yucky…
bathroom incidents, cursed teams, and spectacular losers. Find out why some hockey fans throw an octopus on the ice, how a dead guy got drafted, and how the hand of God may have decided a soccer game. Grades 4-7. 2005.Venus & Serena Williams (Champion sport biographies)
By Ken Sparling. 2000
Serena and Venus Williams have become a major force in woman's tennis. Their great success has inspired many young girls…
to take up the sport. This is a fascinating and inspiring story of how the Williams family has shaken up the world of professional tennis. For senior high readers. 2000.Locomotion
By Jacqueline Woodson. 2003
When Lonnie Collins Motion - Locomotion - was seven years old, his life changed forever, and now at eleven, his…
life is about to change again. His teacher, Ms. Marcus, is showing him ways to put his jumbled feelings on paper. And suddenly, Lonnie has a whole new way to tell the world about his life, his friends, his little sister Lili, and even his foster mom, Miss Edna, who started out crabby but isn't so bad after all. Grades 4-7. 2003.Playing a dazzler: poems by James Berry
By James Berry. 1997
Set in Britain, Jamaica, countryside and inner city, this collection contains poetry for every mood and occasion, exploring issues of…
interest and relevance to teenagers. With haunting images, marvellous rhymes and exuberant language, James Berry celebrates the indomitable human spirit. For junior high readers.Shades of green (Red Fox Poetry Ser.)
By Anne Harvey. 1991
Manchester United: great moments (Youth project)
By Clive Dickinson. 1998
From David Beckham's brilliant half-way-line goal against Wimbledon in the Premiership, to Ryan Gigg's sizzling strike against Juventus in the…
1997 Champions' League tie at Old Trafford... "Manchester United : Great moments" recalls glorious highlights of United's brilliant team play and stunning goals, with descriptions of the games and the players that made the news. For junior high readers.Talking turkeys
By Benjamin Zephaniah. 1995
The Kingfisher book of poems about love
By Comp McGough Roger. 1997
The concept of how strongly love connects us all, through time and place, across cultures and generations, is reflected in…
this exhilarating collection of poems. From the thrill of first love to the pain of rejection, in the warmth of friendship and the strength of family ties, as well as in the fundamental bond between humanity and the earth, love is central to our lives. For junior high readers.Say that again
By Mairwen Jones, John Spink. 1997
Nigel Jenkins, Jenny Sullivan, John Idris Jones, Iwan Llwyd and Sheenagh Pugh together show that poetry can provoke and protest,…
it can reassure you or remind you of things forgotten, it can make you laugh at foolishness or move you to pity for those who suffer. And the writers themselves explain why they're hooked on poetry. Junior high readers.Get back, pimple!
By John Agard. 1996
An embarrassing pimple? No spare cash? The heart-stopping thrill of being in love? Whatever it is, your secrets safe. Look…
inside this book, though, and you just might find a poem that describes exactly how you are feeling. Junior high readers.The Hill We Climb: An Inaugural Poem for the Country
By Amanda Gorman. 2021
The instant #1 New York Times bestseller and #1 USA Today bestseller Amanda Gorman’s electrifying and historic poem “The Hill…
We Climb,” read at President Joe Biden’s inauguration, is now available as a collectible gift edition, perfect for graduation or any special occasion. “Stunning.” —CNN “Dynamic.” —NPR “Deeply rousing and uplifting.” —Vogue On January 20, 2021, Amanda Gorman became the sixth and youngest poet to deliver a poetry reading at a presidential inauguration. Taking the stage after the 46th president of the United States, Joe Biden, Gorman captivated the nation and brought hope to viewers around the globe with her call for unity and healing. Her poem “The Hill We Climb: An Inaugural Poem for the Country” can now be cherished in this special gift edition, perfect for any reader looking for some inspiration. Including an enduring foreword by Oprah Winfrey, this remarkable keepsake celebrates the promise of America and affirms the power of poetry.Portia White: A Portrait in Words
By George Elliott Clarke. 2020
?I take Liberties—poetic—and take License to relate her story In her voice, to tell History Who she was—as I hear…
her say Or sing. [...] But still you will come face-to-face With a "Portia," whose life outshines All brilliance this black ink divines.... In his unique brand of spoken word, Africadian poetry, the incomparable George Elliott Clarke explores a personal subject: his great-aunt Portia White. The result is a stirring, epic poem vibrating with energy and music that spans White's birth in 1911, a coming of age amidst the backdrop of two World Wars, and her life-long love affair with music—from singing in to directing the Cornwallis Street Baptist Church choir to her bel canto tutlege at the Halifax Conservatory of Music to her final, command performance before Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in 1964. Portia White is a stunning testament to the first African Canadian to become an international star. Features vibrant illustrations by contemporary artist Lara Martina.If I Tell You the Truth (When You Ask Me Where I'm Going #2)
By Jasmin Kaur. 2021
Perfect for fans of Elizabeth Acevedo and Rupi Kaur, this heartrending story told in prose, poetry, and illustration weaves together…
the stories of a mother and daughter’s lives.In this stunning sophomore novel, acclaimed writer Jasmin Kaur explores trauma, fear, courage, community, and the healing power of love in its many forms.Kiran flees her home in Punjab for a fresh start in Canada after a sexual assault leaves her pregnant. But overstaying her visa and living undocumented brings its own perils for both her and her daughter, Sahaara.Sahaara would do anything to protect her mother. When she learns the truth about Kiran’s past, she feels compelled to seek justice—even if it means challenging a powerful and dangerous man.if i tell you the truththat i’ve dugfrom the hardened depthsof this shrapnel-filled dirtwith these aching, bloody handswould you believe me?would you still love me?Le corps de l'ombre: Recueil de poesie et slam par MC June
By Mc June. 2020
"Le slam de MC June est une poésie du quotidien, coup de poing, qui ne cherche pas à faire «…
joli » à tout prix. Aux confins de l’ombre et de la lumière, entre des réalités parfois crues et des réflexions existentielles, MC June joue avec les mots, se confie, questionne, s’indigne et chante sans complaisance la complexité du monde."--Bouton d'or AcadieAmazing Athletes: An All-Star Look at Canada's Paralympians
By Howard Scott, Phyllis Aronoff, Marie-Claude Ouellet. 2021
Heroes of the game: true baseball stories
By Terry Egan. 1992
In this companion to The Good Guys of Baseball (DB 46409, BR 11625), the authors highlight nineteen players who exemplify…
sportsmanship and the love of the game. Includes major leaguer Roberto Clemente, who died on a mercy mission, and Jim Eisenreich, who plays with Tourette's syndrome. For grades 3-6. 1992The good guys of baseball: sixteen true sports stories
By Terry Egan. 1997
Sixteen biographies describing men in baseball who exemplify some of the best traits an athlete can possess on or off…
the field: loyalty, decency, determination, and the willingness to work hard. Included are Don Wardlow, a sportscaster who is blind, and Jim Abbott, a pitcher who was born with only one hand. For grades 3-6Who killed Cock Robin?
By Kevin O'Malley. 1993
Magnifying your days: inspirational devotionals for grieving
By Bonnie Rinehart. 2003
Are you hurting over losing a loved one through death, divorce, or physical separation? Discover how to magnify your days…
and exchange your broken heart for God's love, peace, and hope.When Bonnie Rinehart's parents both died thirteen days apart, she experienced a depth of grief she never thought possible. God answered her earnest cries for help and inspired her to write these heartfelt devotionals that ministered healing to her soul. They are now available to comfort and encourage anyone who has lost a loved one or experienced any kind of separation.When grief and sorrow overwhelm you, these inspirational writings will refocus your thoughts on eternity and the hope of seeing your loved ones again.