Kurzius, Alexa
Summary: Introduces different plant ecosystems, including forests, grasslands, deserts, and tundra, and describes what life is like in the world's most extreme biomes.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 581.7 KURBrearley, Laurie
Summary: "This book details the history, current uses, and potential future applications of solar energy."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 333.79 BRECrane, Cody
Summary: "This book details the science of electricity and magnetism. It explains how these forces work, how they are related, what uses people have found for them, and more."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 537 CRACopies Available at East Bay
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 537 CRACrane, Cody
Summary: "Learn all about race cars, from how they are designed and built to which exciting new kinds of cars you might see in the future"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.2 CRADoak, Robin S. (Robin Santos)
Summary: At the age of 11, Malala Yousafzai began writing a blog in support of education for girls in Pakistan. As the blog gained popularity and Yousafzai became famous, she faced opposition from religious extremists who were against womens right to education. Readers will discover how Yousafzai stood her ground against terrorist activists, even after being shot for her beliefs. They will also learn...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 921 YOUFranchino, Vicky
Summary: "Learn all about nature's most incredible architects, from what kind of structures they construct to what kinds of materials they use to build."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 590 FRACopies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 590 FRAFranchino, Vicky
Summary: "Discover which animal species have the best memories, which ones are the best at solving problems, and how these creatures use their remarkable intelligence to thrive in the wild"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 590 FRAGregory, Josh
Summary: Born into slavery, Frederick Douglass knew from an early age that all people deserved freedom. Readers will discover Douglass’s amazing story, from how he secretly educated himself and taught fellow slaves how to read to how he escaped to freedom and became one of the nation’s most persuasive voices for abolition.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 921 DOUGutner, Howard.
Summary: A basic overview of Puerto Rico, including information on its geography, history, government, religion, people and culture.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press(r) 2009
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 972.95 GUTHolzweiss, Kristina
Summary: "Learn how to complete DIY projects dealing with basic machines and robots. Along the way, get a look at some of history's most incredible inventions and scientific discoveries."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press/Scholastic 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 621 HOLKellaher, Karen
Summary: A sprawling land that encompasses everything from icy tundra and green forests to bone-dry deserts and rocky mountain peaks, North America is a beautiful continent with a rich and fascinating history. Readers will get to know the whole continent as they tour its rugged natural landscapes and densely populated cities. Along the way, they will encounter unique wildlife, get a taste of the local...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 970 KELKellaher, Karen
Summary: What exactly does the president do? Take an up-close look at the challenges of this job, how the president interacts with other parts of the government, and what a president’s actions mean for you. Readers will also explore how they can become involved in the executive branch, including what it takes to become president themselves someday.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic, Inc. 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 352.23 KELCopies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 352.23 KELKurzius, Alexa
Summary: Gravity is one of the most important forces in the universe invisible, but vital to our existence. It keeps our feet planted firmly on solid ground, and it keeps our planet from crashing into others. But how does it work? Readers will learn how gravity affects all matter, what effects changing gravity can have on human bodies, and how gravity interacts with other forces. They will also conduct...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 531 KURCopies Available at East Bay
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 531 KURLepthien, Emilie U. (Emilie Utteg)
Summary: Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and habitat of Atlantic and Pacific walruses.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 1996
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 599.744 LEPMarsico, Katie
Summary: "Learn all about some of the world's most incredible bridges, from how they are designed and built to how bridge technology has changed over time."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 624 MARMartin, Patricia A. Fink
Summary: Describes the physical characteristics, habitats, life cycles, and behavior of several types of Old World monkeys, which live in Asia and Africa.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 2000
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 599.8 MARMiller, Jay
Summary: Briefly describes some of the foods that were important to various North American Indian cultures and their rituals surrounding the harvesting, hunting, food preparation, and meals.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 1996
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 970.1 MILPetersen, David
Summary: Describes the history, landscape, wildlife, and activities available for visitors to Arizona's Saguaro National Park.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 1999
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 979.177 PETPetersen, David
Summary: Describes the history, geographical features, plant and animal life, and activities to do at Yellowstone National Park.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 2001
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 978.752 PETRau, Dana Meachen
Summary: Describes the origin and meaning of the Jewish holidays known as the High Holy Days and their traditions and symbols, and discusses how the holidays are observed today.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 2001
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 296.431 RAURau, Dana Meachen
Summary: Discusses the history, people, animals, resources and economy of the American Southeast.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children Press 2012
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 975 RAUSonneborn, Liz
Summary: The highest court in the land may seem large and distant, but the decisions its members make affect even the smallest aspects of daily life. Read about how this court of law functions, major cases in its history, as well as how Supreme Court Justices can change the course of U.S. history.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, An Imprint of Scholastic, Inc. 2019
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2 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 347.73 SONCopies Available at East Bay
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 347.73 SONSquire, Ann
Summary: In order to maintain careful control over the safety and accuracy of their experiments, scientists often work in laboratories. Labs give scientists the space and equipment they need to make their greatest discoveries. Readers will tour some of the world's most incredible laboratories, from the ocean research vessel that can flip from a vertical position to a horizontal one to the massive...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an Imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2014
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 507.2 SQUTaylor-Butler, Christine.
Summary: Describes the creation and ratification of the Bill of Rights, explains what rights are, and discusses the rights it guarantees, such as freedom of speech.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 2008