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Stories of my life
By Katherine Paterson. 2014
From her childhood in China to the moment she won her first National Book Award, literary icon Katherine Paterson shares…
the personal stories that inspired her children's books. For Junior and Senior High readers. 2014.Ray Bradbury: master of science fiction and fantasy (Authors teens love)
By Wendy Mass. 2004
As a boy, Ray Bradbury had a wild and vivid imagination, which came in handy later when he became a…
science fiction and fantasy writer. Bradbury has written more than 500 literary works (beginning in 1938) including "The Martian chronicles" and "Fahrenheit 451", which incorporate his love of outer space, magic, and mystery. Includes a time line, a list of selected works, a glossary, and a short interview with the writer. Grades 5-8. 2004.Indigenous writes: a guide to First Nations, Métis, and Inuit issues in Canada
By Chelsea Vowel. 2016
Vowel initiates myriad conversations about the relationship between Indigenous peoples and Canada. An advocate for Indigenous worldviews, the author discusses…
the fundamental issues--the terminology of relationships; culture and identity; myth-busting; state violence; and land, learning, law and treaties--along with wider social beliefs about these issues. She answers the questions that many people have on these topics to spark further conversations at home, in the classroom, and in the larger community. Bestseller. 2016.Centsibility: The Planet Girl Guide To Money (Planet girl)
By Stacey Roderick, Ellen Warwick. 2008
Practical advice on a range of topics relating to money - tips on jobs, saving, debt, spending and budgeting, how…
to become a girl entrepreneur, what to scrimp on (and what not to), the hidden price of cheap, how to reconcile having less than some friends, and why fundraising can make girls feel priceless! Includes checklists, quizzes, a bank lingo glossary and much more. Grades 4-7. 2008. (Planet girl)Haunted Canada: true ghost stories (Haunted Canada Ser.)
By Pat Hancock. 2003
A collection of chilling true ghost stories, from all across Canada, to send shivers down your spine. From poltergeists who…
terrorize hunters in a remote cabin to a man who gets frightened to death in a graveyard - prepare yourself to be haunted! Grades 4-7. Bestseller. 2003.Financial expert Carrick targets young adults graduating from university or college and moving into the workforce, the housing market and…
family life. Offers information on saving for a post-secondary education and paying off student debts, establishing a credit rating, basic banking and budgeting, car and home buying, and insurance. c2012.Collins gem understanding sex (Collins Gem Ser.)
By David Lambert, Margaret Doyle. 1996
This is an up-to-date straightforward guide designed to help teenagers understand and cope responsibly with the physical and emotional changes…
of emerging adulthood. The book includes chapters on periods, sexual attraction, making love, safe sex, sex and the disabled and sex and the laws. Junior and Senior High . 1996.Ask me anything!: strange but true answers to 99 wacky questions
By Marg Meikle. 2004
Ever wondered what Mrs. Claus's first name is? Or where the funny bone got its name? Why is it that…
people's tattoos never come off? Read on for answers to all of these fantastic questions, along with others kids have wondered about. Companion to "You Asked for It!" (DC22035) and "Funny You Should Ask" (DC18469). Grades 4-7. 2005 Silver Birch Non-Fiction winner. Bestseller 2005. 2004.Always looking up: the adventures of an incurable optimist
By Michael J Fox. 2009
In this follow-up to "Lucky Man" (DC24587), movie and television star Fox discusses his work, politics, faith, and family. An…
advocate for stem-cell research, Fox describes the impact his Parkinson's disease has had on his life. Strong language. Bestseller. 2009.The period book: everything you don't want to ask (but need to know) (Youth project)
By Karen Gravelle, Jennifer Gravelle. 1997
Karen Gravelle and her 15-year-old niece, Jennifer, look at physical, emotional and social changes, as well as other issues associated…
with menstruation. The book seeks to ease the confusion many teenage girls might feel, and celebrates the new sense of maturity their period can bring.Fantastic beasts and where to find them: the original screenplay
By J. K Rowling. 2016
When Magizoologist Newt Scamander arrives in New York, he intends his stay to be just a brief stopover. However, when…
his magical case is misplaced and some of Newt's fantastic beasts escape, it spells trouble for everyone. Inspired by the original Hogwart's textbook by Newt Scamander, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: The Original screenplay marks the screenwriting debut of J.K. Rowling, author of the beloved and internationally bestselling Harry Potter books. Grades 4-7. 2016.Periods (H wise guides)
By Charlotte Owen. 1995
Based on current research and endorsed by the Brook Advisory Centre, this book covers everything a girl needs to know…
about periods. Written by the agony aunt of "19" magazine, it contains practical information and real-life quotes. It also includes a list of useful addresses.What's going on down there?: answers to questions boys find hard to ask
By Karen Gravelle, Nick Castro, Chava Castro. 1998
Written with two teenage boys as advisors, this book presents the facts about puberty for boys. It includes straightforward information…
about sex, sexually transmitted diseases, and also what happens to girls during puberty. The author includes answers to many related questions, and explains things in a factual but fun way. Some strong language. Grades 4-7. 1998.The young writer's handbook
By Susan J Tchudi, Stephen Tchudi. 1984
Discusses journal, letter and creative writing as well as school reports and other factual pieces. Offers ideas for finding subjects,…
editing and getting published. For junior and senior high readers. 1984.Sex (H wise guides)
By Anita Naik. 1998
This book covers everything from periods to puberty, crushes to contraception and health to harassment. It reinforces the realities of…
sex for young people, with up-to-date information supplied by the Sex Education Forum. For junior high readers.Cool and celibate: sex or no sex
By David Bull. 1998
Financial literacy: The real cost of pets (Figure it out)
By Susan Roche, New Zealand. Ministry of Education. 2007
Provides exercises, activities and games, with pets as a theme, to help students to develop financial understanding using mathematics and…
statistics concepts along with concepts from the social sciences. For Junior and Senior High readers. 2008.Girls belong outdoors! This handbook covers everything you need to get outside, including ideas for what to do, camping and…
hiking basics, body stuff in the wilderness, advanced skills like maps, weather, and first aid, as well as recipes, projects, activities, and profiles of inspiring outdoorswomen.Your definitive guide to getting outside--for girls ages 9-12! In addition to basic outdoor skills, this entertaining guidebook includes easy camping recipes, outdoor projects including science experiments and crafts, fun activity suggestions, and inspiring stories of diverse historical and contemporary outdoorswomen (such as Arunima Sinha, the first amputee woman to summit Mount Everest; Juliette Gordon Low, founder of the Girl Scouts; and Libby Riddles, first woman to win the Iditarod). The goal is to improve the quality of girls' outdoor time by increasing participation and independence, making them feel comfortable and safe, and giving them essential skills and knowledge. Charming and approachable, this book will encourage both reluctant campers and budding naturalists to go wild and embrace the outdoors.Almost adulting: all you need to know to get it together (sort of)
By Arden Rose. 2017
Social media and lifestyle vlogger explains how to survive future adulthood, from paying the bills and grocery shopping to being…
in an actual relationship. Some strong language and some descriptions of sex. For senior high and older readers. 2017