Rish, Jocelyn
Summary: "Butts are used for breathing, eating, swimming, talking, and even killing in the animal kingdom. Focusing on ten different animals and their derrières, and offering fun facts about their origin, habitat, and "posterior power," this hilarious book captures the wonder of our ecosystem. Which animal has the coolest butt power? That's up to you to decide!" -- Amazon.com.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 571.3 RISCopies Available at Peninsula
1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE RISKay, Edward
Summary: This book about the science of smells takes a funky subject and makes it fascinating --- and hilarious! It starts with the basics, from the reason why things stink to how our sense of smell works (hint: it has to do with the six million scent receptors way up inside our noses). Then come some specifics such as how and why smells are closely linked to memories, descriptions of some of the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Kids Can Press 2019
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Summary: "Emergent readers will dive right into this search-and-find book about eels. Simple text and colorful underwater photos teach new vocabulary and facts on anatomy, markings, and ocean habitat"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 597 POLPryor, Shawn
Summary: "On February 1, 1960, four young black men sat down at a Woolworth's lunch counter in Greensboro, North Carolina, and staged a nonviolent protest against segregation. At that time, many restaurants in the South did not serve black people. Soon, thousands of students were staging sit-ins across the South, and within six months, the lunch counter at which they'd first protested was integrated....
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint 2022
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2 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 975.6 PRYThielges, Alissa
Summary: "Can turtles breathe underwater? Find out the answer and spark early readers' natural curiosity about pets with this inquiry-based nonfiction book. Splish, splash! Turtles aren't cuddly reptiles, but their long lives and aquatic tanks make them captivating pets. Nine kid-friendly Q&As teach readers about life with a turtle, including their behavior, aquarium needs, and how their shells grow....
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Publisher / Publication Date: Amicus 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 639.392 THIBeaty, Andrea
Summary: "Why do airplanes look the way they do? Why can't birds fly when they're first born? And why do some paper planes fly farther than others? Discover everything there is to know about flight from Ada Twist, Scientist--from information about creatures that fly, to the history of aircrafts, to modern technology that allows us to soar through the air faster than ever!"--Amazon.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Amulet Books 2021
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1 available in Juvenile- Series, Call number: JS Que BeatyAdams, Simon
Summary: Photographs and illustrations describe the events of World War II, from the British, French, Italian, and German pre-war preparations to the atomic bomb and defeat of Japan and the German surrender.
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK, in association with the Imperial War Museum 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 940.53 ADAMcAnulty, Stacy
Summary: Meet Earth. Planet Awesome! And your awesome home! Actually, Earth is home to all the plants and all the animals in the solar system, including nearly eight billion people. Humans have accidentally moved Earth's climate change into the fast lane, and she need your help to put on the brakes. Earthlings need Earth, and Earth needs Earthlings, so let's save Earth together!
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2022
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Summary: "Looking to surprise a loved one with the perfect gift? Think small! Craft a small plush doll or a little lotion bar. Then make a mini card to present your tiny creations. Tiny gifts are tons of fun!"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 745.5 KUKMcDonald, Jill (Jill McDonald-Gomez)
Summary: "A kids' guide to dinosaurs and the Mesozoic era"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Doubleday Books for Young Readers 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 567.9 MCDCopies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 567.9 MCDPallotta, Jerry
Summary: This nonfiction reader compares and contrasts two unlikely animals: a blue whale and a mosquito! Readers will learn about each animal's anatomy, behavior, and more. Then compare and contrast the battling pair before finally discovering the winner!
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Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic, Inc. 2024
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Summary: Introduces readers to Nintendo, one of the most influential companies in the video game industry and creator of some of the top-selling video game franchises of all-time.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 793 SHACopies Available at Interlochen
1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Business ShawEdwards, Nicola
Summary: Have you ever wondered why we talk about "buttering someone up" or where the phrase "raining cats and dogs" actually comes from? What does it mean "to comb the giraffe" in France or "to wear a cat on your head" in Japan? This beautifully illustrated collection of curious phrases from around the world is a voyage of cultural discovery and a treasure trove of fascinating facts.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Kane Miller, a division of EDC Publishing 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 418 EDWCopies Available at Interlochen
1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Words EdwardsLondon, Martha
Summary: "Describes groundhogs and their underground homes. Simple text and labeled photos make reading easy and fun, and QR Codes in each chapter give readers access to online resources where they can learn even more." -- Amazon.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cody Koala, an imprint of Pop! 2021
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J599 LONMurray, Julie
Summary: Describes the traits of hummingbirds, covering their physical characteristics, habitats, flight, and food.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Big Buddy Books, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2020
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J598.76 MURYong, Jui Lin
Summary: "Trinidad and Tobago are two tropical islands located off the northern coast of Venezuela in the Caribbean Sea, but together they make one nation. Both are home to a vibrant culture. Through this detailed text, readers explore many aspects of this country, such as its history, geography, lifestyle, language, festivals, and food. In addition, informative sidebars; comprehensive maps; a detailed...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square Publishing 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 972.983 YONBodden, Valerie
Summary: "This revised edition surveys key aspects of giraffes, describing the towering mammals' appearance, behaviors, and habitats. A folk tale explains why these creatures have long necks."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Creative Education / Creative Paperbacks 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 599.638 BODChalloner, Jack
Summary: "The book examines the science behind everyday life -- how we power our homes, grow our food, and build machines that allow us to communicate with others and travel around the world. Featuring a wide range of scientific inventions and discoveries, from advances in modern medicine to groundbreaking ideas for saving the environment, SuperScience uncovers how science plays a part in every area of...
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2021
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Summary: "Knowing how to treat injuries is a skill that every outdoor adventurer needs. Did you know that you can splint a broken finger using only tape? Or that cool water is the first step to treating a burn? Learn all this and more in First Aid -- a book that gives kids the confidence they need to get outside and explore." -- Amazon.com.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 616.02 CRALondon, Martha
Summary: Describes worms and their underground homes. Simple text and labeled photos make reading easy and fun, and QR Codes in each chapter give readers access to online resources where they can learn even more.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cody Koala, an imprint of Pop! 2021
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J599 LONPang, Guek-Cheng
Summary: "Kazakhstan is the ninth-largest country in the world, a landlocked nation that borders both China and Russia. Kazakhstan has long struggled to find its own identity. Since declaring independence in 1991 after the breakup of the Soviet Union, Kazakhs have struggled to regain their unique culture. This volume takes readers through its past and current events, across mountains and valleys, and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square Publishing 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 958.45 PANRebman, Nick
Summary: "Writing is an essential skill that enables people to inform, persuade, tell stories, and express themselves. This informative series helps readers understand the basics of six different forms of writing" -- Cover, page 4.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Focus Readers 2024
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 808.1 REBCooper, Robert
Summary: "Bhutan is a ruggedly mountainous country known for its cliff-side monasteries and snowcapped peaks. Colorful prayer flags wind their way through breezy gorges. The magical and mystical personality of Bhutan can be felt from the highest mountaintops to the deepest valleys, and down every ancient alleyway in between. This title explores the traditional culture, diverse wildlife, ancient arts,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 954.98 COOFinan, Catherine C.
Summary: "We know the ocean is full of creatures that can make their own light, a reef that houses 25% of all known ocean species, and about 20 million pounds of gold. We've begun to explore the deepest-known trench of the ocean-7 miles below the water's surface-and travel along underwater mountain ranges that are almost long enough to stretch around the world twice. What we have found has been...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bearport Publishing Company 2021