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Women of the frontier (Frontier Land Ser.)
By Charles W. Sundling. 2000
You are more than magic: The black and brown girls' guide to finding your voice
By Minda Harts. 2022
&“Every parent of a Black or brown girl should buy this book, read it to their child, and pass it…
along to the other parents in their circle.&”—Evette Dionne, National Book Award longlisted and Coretta Scott King honor-winning author of Lifting as We Climb Perfect for graduation gifts and other transitional milestones, this guide is for girls of color looking to find their voice and claim space as they prepare for high school, college, and their careers, from the bestselling author of The Memo: What Women of Color Need to Know to Secure a Seat at the Table. When you&’re a girl of color, figuring out how to find your voice and make sure everyone around you can hear it is essential. CEO and bestselling author Minda Harts knows—she&’s been there. And she&’s ready to walk you through it all with her own stories of success and the missteps that helped her grow—from running for high school student council when she was barely tall enough to reach the podium, to starting her own company, The Memo LLC, that helps women of color advocate for themselves and their careers. Now she&’s here to hype you up and be real with you about: • Building your squad: what to look for in a friend, finding mentors, and setting boundaries for healthy relationships • Saying what you mean without saying it mean: prepping yourself for self-advocacy, negotiations, and tough conversations • Leaning into courage: affirming yourself, dealing with no&’s, and speaking up even when you feel like the &“only one&” With lots of practical advice and real-life anecdotes, as well as questions for reflection and further resources, this book is all about finding your own unique path to success—at school, at work, at home, and beyond. Success is far from magical, but you&’ve already got the tools you need to figure out your next best moves. And your stand-in big sis Minda is here to help you every step of the way! * This audiobook includes a downloadable PDF that contains the Discussion Guide, the For White Caregivers of Girls of Color, and the Questions for White Readers sections from the bookThe snowy owl scientist (Scientists in the Field)
By Mark Wilson. 2022
Are the snowy owls in trouble? Venture into the Alaskan arctic and the summer realm of these predator birds to…
find out. Discover the diverse species necessary to owl survival, how climate change is affecting the landscape of their nesting site of past millennia, and what it takes to do field research in this action-packed addition to the award-winning Scientists in the Field series. It's July on Alaska's North Slope, and scientist Denver Holt is in Utqiagvik surveying nests. Denver has been coming here since 1992, and the snowy owls he studies have been coming here much longer: thousands of years. With its mix of coastal, low-elevation tundra and a rich presence of lemmings, the North Slope is the only area in Alaska where snowy owls regularly nest. How do snowy owls decide where they will nest? How do they manage to arrive at locations where food will be abundant? What drives the success of these delicate tundra ecosystems? These are the mysteries Denver is trying to solve to help ensure a bright future for these elegant hunters. Supplemental PDF accompanies the audiobookWhat is the aids crisis? (What Was?)
By Nico Medina. 2022
In this addition to the New York Times bestselling series, l earn how incredible activists made the public aware of…
AIDS and spurred medical breakthroughs. In the early 1980s, the first cases of a devastating and fatal new disease appeared, a disease that at first struck only gay men and was later identified as HIV/AIDS. It was the beginning of what became a worldwide health crisis that the US government ignored for years and that unfairly heightened prejudice against the LGBTQ+ community. To this day, the AIDS Crisis continues to disproportionately affect both the LGBTQ+ community and people of color. Nico Medina has written an accurate and affecting history of a terrible time, spotlighting the heroic efforts of AIDS activists who fought for medical research and new medicines, for proper health care for patients, and for compassionate recognition of people with AIDSThe frog scientist (Scientists in the Field)
By Pamela S. Turner, Andy Comins. 2009
Follows Dr. Tyrone Hayes as he gathers frogs at ponds to dissect in the laboratory. Explains his research studying the…
effects of water-born pesticides on frog development and the ways his team of graduate students contributes. Includes biographical background on Hayes. For grades 4-7. 2009Thanksgiving: the true story
By Penny Colman. 2008
Examines the origins and history of the Thanksgiving holiday as observed in the United States, including information about twelve locations…
that claim to have held the "first" celebration. Discusses traditional family gatherings, activities (sports and parades), food and menus, and Thanksgiving's broader meaning. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 2008Recognizing and surviving heart attacks and strokes: lifesaving advice you need now
By Glenn O. Turner, Tim Bade, Mark Bruce Rosin. 2008
Missouri physician draws on medical research to explain ways to recognize, treat, and prevent heart attacks and strokes. Recommends prompt…
hospital treatment within the first three hours of symptoms. Includes information about choosing and working with a physician and suggestions for lifestyle changes. 2008Thaw
By Monica Roe, Monica M Roe. 2008
Paralyzed with Guillain-Barré syndrome, eighteen-year-old champion skier Dane Rafferty is sent from New York State to a rehabilitation center in…
Florida. Dane's arrogance gradually fades as he contends with his physical limitations. Meanwhile, Carissa visits her comatose father across the hall. Strong language. For senior high readers. 2008Written in bone: buried lives of Jamestown and Colonial Maryland
By Sally M. Walker. 2009
Discusses forensic scientists' examination of Chesapeake Bay colonial-era skeletons to determine gender, ethnicity, age, social status, and cause of death.…
Explains the procedures used to identify a teenaged boy, a ship's captain, a wealthy family, an African slave girl, and an indentured servant. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 2009Beating Lyme: understanding and treating this complex and often misdiagnosed disease
By Constance A. Bean, Lesley Ann Fein, Sam T. Donta. 2008
A health educator collaborates with a physician to chronicle the history of Lyme disease--which is transmitted by ticks--and to discuss…
its prevention, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. Bean, who has had the disease, examines controversies over chronic, persisting Lyme disease and describes Lyme's development into a global health issue. 2008Living with diabetes (Teen's guides)
By Katrina Parker. 2008
Explains diabetes types 1 and 2 for teens. Emphasizes the role of diet, exercise, and medication--including insulin pumps. Highlights the…
effects of drugs, alcohol, and eating disorders on the condition and discusses students' rights; insurance issues; and driving, travel, and participation in sports. For junior and senior high readers. 2008Alzheimer's disease: a forgotten life (Watts Library)
By Elaine Landau. 2008
Explains the probable causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment for this degenerative brain disorder that deprives many elderly people of memory…
and reasoning. A medical doctor answers questions commonly asked by family members and caregivers. Contains accounts by people with Alzheimer's and those close to them. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 2005Careers in renewable energy: get a green energy job
By Gregory Mcnamee, Gregory McNamee. 2008
An overview of various forms of renewable energy--solar, wind, geothermal, hydroelectric, hydrogen, and bioenergy--and the career opportunities in this growing…
field. Discusses "green" jobs in building, management, and transportation. Details salaries, required education, and other employment criteria. For senior high readers. 2008In the days of sand and stars
By Francois Thisdale, Marlee Pinsker. 2006
Ten stories based on women from the Bible: Eve Naamah, Sarai, Sarah, Rebecca, Leah, Rachel, Dina, and Yocheved. In "Rebecca…
Comes Home," a compassionate young woman's trip to the community well leads her to a husband. For grades 5-8. 2006Teens in Japan (Global Connection)
By Sandy Donovan, Sandra Donovan, Compass Point Books. 2007
Examines the centuries-old customs still influencing Japanese daily life in 2007. Discusses the pressure on teens to excel at school,…
as well as teenagers' familiarity with cutting-edge technology and their interests in music, baseball, and electronic devices. For grades 6-9. 2007The feminine mistake: are we giving up too much?
By Leslie Bennetts. 2007
Vanity Fair editor and working mother discusses why women can and should pursue both work and family. Through interviews with…
legal experts, sociologists, and women from diverse ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds, Bennetts examines the losses in income, insurance benefits, retirement security, and autonomy that occur when careers are abandoned. 2007Teens in Mexico (Global Connection)
By Brian Baumgart, Compass Point Books, Compass Point Books Staff. 2007
Discusses the differences between teenagers who live in the city and those from rural areas who leave school early to…
work full-time and help support their families. Covers celebrations, religion, poverty, job opportunities, and the lure of crossing the border into the United States. For grades 6-9. 2007Medical reporter's first-person coverage of an epidemic in Angola. Discusses the origins and spread of seven deadly diseases: Marburg virus,…
avian flu, HIV, SARS, West Nile virus, Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome, and monkeypox. For grades 6-9. 2006A family Christmas
By Caroline Kennedy. 2007
Anthology of Kennedy's holiday favorites. Encompasses poems, stories, scriptures, songs, and essays of the Christmas season. Includes her own 1962…
letter to Santa as well as works by Irving Berlin, Robert Frost, George Washington, Langston Hughes, and other notables. Bestseller. 2007Southern Africa (Peoples and cultures of Africa)
By Peter Mitchell. 2006
Regional overview of the Republic of South Africa, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Lesotho, Botswana, Swaziland, and Madagascar. Covers politics, geography, biomes,…
people, cultures, and historical timelines. Concludes with an A-to-Z listing of various topics discussed, including ethnic groups, languages, religions, music, and social customs. For junior and senior high readers. 2006