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Adventure and exploration, Biography, Adventurers and explorers, Historical biography, European history
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Connais-tu Marco Polo, le plus intrépide voyageur du Moyen Âge? Ce fils de marchand de Venise parti au bout du…
monde à l'âge de 17 ans? Celui dont les aventures extraordinaires ont inspiré de grands explorateurs comme Christophe Colomb? Années 1-3. 2010.
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Writing
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This book teaches readers how to stop dreaming about becoming an writer — and take steps to make their dreams…
come true! Helpful tips for finding inspiration, keeping an ideas journal and always thinking creatively will help your reader publish their own book in no time! An activity at the end of the book encourages readers to make a finished book to share with friends. Grades K-3 and older readers. 2014.Available copies:
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Writing
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This book introduces readers to the exciting world of writing adventure stories. Key features of the genre are explained and…
readers are guided through the process of writing their own story. Top tips are given covering planning, writing dialogue, developing characters, adding narrative plot twists, using descriptive language and more! An adventure story running throughout the book draws readers in, offers concrete examples of how the tips can be put into practice and will inspire readers to get writing their own stories. Grades K-3 and older readers. 2013.Available copies:
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Canadian non-fiction, Canadian authors (Non-fiction), Writing
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I could read my story to you. It's about climbing trees and sharing secrets with the moon. Ever wish you…
could write a story, but you can't think of what to say? Grades K-3. 2009.Available copies:
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Health and medicine, Science and technology, Business and economics
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After his new bride, Josephine, injured herself repeatedly in the kitchen, Earle Dickson invented a homemade adhesive bandage that eventually…
became a Band-Aid. Discusses the history of how the little bandage was mass produced, distributed, and became a popular household item. For grades K-3. 2018
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Women biography, Business and economics, Nature
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The inspiring true story of how one African woman began a movement to recycle the plastic bags that were polluting…
her community. Plastic bags are cheap and easy to use. But what happens when a bag breaks or is no longer needed' In Njau, Gambia, people simply dropped the bags and went on their way. One plastic bag became two. Then ten. Then a hundred. The bags accumulated in ugly heaps alongside roads. Water pooled in them, bringing mosquitoes and disease. Some bags were burned, leaving behind a terrible smell. Some were buried, but they strangled gardens. They killed livestock that tried to eat them. Something had to change. Isatou Ceesay was that change. She found a way to recycle the bags and transform her community. This inspirational true story shows how one person's actions really can make a difference in our world.
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Nature, Business and economics, Women biography, Travel and geography, Environment
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Recounts the story of how one woman, Isatou Ceesay, started a crafty recycling project in order to keep her community in Njau, Gambia, clean. For grades K-3. 2015
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Nutrition, General non-fiction, Food and drink, Writing
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Colorful healthy food icons of apples to zucchini are arranged in alphabetical order portraying various facial emotions. Vocabulary is in…
English and Spanish and includes a nutritional glossary. For preschool-grade 2
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General fictionGeneral non-fiction, Business and economics, Food and drink
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A bustling farmer's market comes to life as a young boy and his mother shop for food. Hear the bell ringing--today is market day!
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Business and economics, Social issues
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Author of Enough: Staying Human in an Engineered Age (RC 62090) contends that economic growth no longer brings wealth but…
instead generates inequality and insecurity. Addresses unsustainable production and negative effects such as environmental degradation and emotional dissatisfaction. Advocates restructuring local economies to be more self-sufficient and community oriented. 2007
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Personal finance and investing, Home and garden, Business and economics
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CPA offers financial advice on managing money and getting out of debt. Includes tips on cutting expenses, prioritizing debts, reaching…
financial goals, and staying on a budget. Suggests ways to handle rent, utilities, and medical bills. Covers dealing with the IRS, creditors, and collection agencies. Lists resources. 2007
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Adventure and exploration, United States history, History, Travel and geography, United States travel and geography, Adventurers and explorers
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History of the 1527 Spanish expedition led by Pánfilo de Narváez that attempted to explore the North American Gulf Coast.…
Details struggles with disease, hurricanes, cannibalism, and hostile natives that reduced four hundred men to four survivors--including conquistador Cabeza de Vaca--who reached western Mexico eight years later. Some violence. 2006
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Biography, Literature biography, Fine arts biography, Writing, Arts and entertainment
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Introduces the renowned writer and illustrator Ted Geisel, known as Dr. Seuss, author of The Cat in the Hat (DB…
33062) and others. Describes Ted's childhood in Springfield, Massachusetts, where he lived near both the zoo and the library; also discusses his career. For grades 3-6. 2004
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Nature, Animals and wildlife, Writing
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Explains how an animal's name can often reveal where the animal lives, what sound it makes, or how dangerous it…
is. Provides details about each of the thirty-five creatures whose names are explored. Also includes brief factual information about other unusual animals. For grades K-3. 2002
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General non-fiction, Business and economics, Food and drink
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Explains step-by-step how milk is taken from cows and processed in a factory, where lots of things happen to it…
to produce a carton of flavored ice cream. For grades K-3. 2002
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Social issues, United States history, Business and economics
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Examines African American business development from the 1600s to the 1990s. Discusses black participation in commercial real estate, finance and…
investment, manufacturing, and other sectors. Recommends resisting policies based on racial prejudice and exploring opportunities for expansion into national and global markets. Black Caucus of ALA Award. 1998
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General non-fiction, United States travel and geography, Business and economics
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Nine children of migrant Mexican American farmworkers tell of their lives and future dreams. These young people speak poignantly of…
poverty, gangs, and teenage parenthood; and of their hope and belief that education will provide a better life. Interspersed among the interviews are poems in English and Spanish. For grades 6-9 and older readers
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Biography, History, Adventurers and explorers, Historical biography
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Koning debunks the legend of Columbus as a brave sailor who set out to find a new route to Asia…
and instead discovered America. The author looks at the explorer's life, from his childhood in Genoa through his four voyages, and describes how Columbus's desire to find a new route to Asia and to bring back gold to Spain led to the plundering of Native Americans
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Writing, Arts and entertainment, Poetry
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An encyclopedia of poetry containing 150 poems to inspire a love of poetry in every child. A gorgeous introduction to…
poetry for children, featuring poems about everything from science, sports, and space, to friendship, family, and feelings. This thoughtfully crafted anthology is perfect for children new to verse and for young poetry fans seeking out new favorites. Explore poetry from a diverse selection of contemporary and historical poets, covering a broad range of topics—from personal subjects like emotions and family, to the wonders of the natural environment. Carefully selected works encourage children to see the poetry in everything and to embrace the beauty of their everyday lives. Poems are complemented by detailed timelines and interesting facts about the topics covered, ensuring that the poems are not just entertaining, but relevant, topical, and informative. Prompts inspire children to create their own poetry, and devices like rhyme, repetition, and alliteration are introduced and explained in a fun and accessible manner. Dr Sylvia Vardell teaches graduate courses in children's and young adult literature at Texas Woman's University. She has published ten books on literature and over 100 journal articles for teachers, librarians and parents. Her current work focuses on poetry for children, including her nationally recognized blog, PoetryforChildren. She currently chairs the ALA Children's Literature Legacy Award committee. She serves on the Executive Committee of the International Board on Books for Young People and co-edited their international journal of children's literature, Bookbird
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General non-fiction, Business and economics
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How should we handle our money? Ella really wants a soccer ball. But she doesn't have enough money to buy…
one. So she decides to earn her own money. Ella cleans the car for her mom, gives the neighbor's dog a bath, and sells bracelets to her friends to earn cash. Will she have enough money to buy the ball in the end? Read this book to find out! These simple, engaging stories present basic financial literacy concepts, such as saving, spending, borrowing, and comparison shopping to build a foundation for a lifetime of money smarts. Free downloadable series teaching guide available