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Summary: From early democracy to the Olympics, the contributions of ancient Greece are still very much a part of today's world. However, this ancient civilization dissolved thousands of years ago. How and why did this impressive civilization fall? The answer to that question is found within the pages of this book, written especially for elementary readers. Historical images and important dates support...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Enslow Publishing 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 938 HOLHolmes, Kirsty
Summary: "It's a busy day at Happy Valley Farm and the farmer llama needs your help! Take a tour of the farm as you learn all about plows. Be sure to pay attention so you can pass your farmhands quiz and earn your llama-diploma. Cheerful illustrations and farm-tastic puns make learning about farmer llama's farm machines llots of fun!"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bearport Publishing Company 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 631.5 HOLHolmes, Kirsty
Summary: When tanks were first used, they changed how wars were fought. Today, tanks are getting more and more high-tech. But the main parts-turrets, caterpillar tracks, periscope-are as visible on today's tanks as on those of the past. Readers learn all about these parts as well as how one drives a tank in this book. A friendly character guides readers through the age-appropriate content, including...
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Publisher / Publication Date: KidHaven Publishing, an imprint of Greenhaven Publishing, LLC 2023
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Summary: Ancient Egypt is known for powerful pharaohs, hieroglyphics, and a complex mythology. However, their contributions to modern civilization happened centuries ago. So, why didn't the ancient Egyptians thrive longer than they did?
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Publisher / Publication Date: Enslow Publishing 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 932 HOLHolmes, Kirsty
Summary: "Jellyfish have a very unique and complex life cycle that is explained to young readers in this . . . look at beginner biology concepts"--Publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: KidHaven Publishing 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 593.5 HOLHolmes, Kirsty
Summary: Today, there are many kinds of trains. From steam engines to maglev trains, they're all amazing pieces of technology that many kids love to learn about. They may carry passengers or freight, but trains have many of the same parts. This title takes young readers right into a train's engine to learn how to drive one! Including interesting STEM content and a friendly narrator, this title caters to...
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Publisher / Publication Date: KidHaven Publishing, an imprint of Greenahven Publishing, LLC 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 625.2 HOLHolmes, Kirsty
Summary: "Cute kittens grow up to be cool cats, and readers follow along on this journey of growth and development as they learn about the essential science topic of life cycles. They discover facts about this popular pet with the help of text that presents beginner biology concepts in a way that's easy for early learners to understand. In addition, fact boxes give readers extra insight into the ways...
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Publisher / Publication Date: KidHaven Publishing 2022
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Summary: There is nothing more important when driving a motorcycle than staying safe and wearing the right gear. These vehicles can be very dangerous. So, when a kid is interested in driving one someday, a book all about their parts, how they work, and more, is a perfect fit! This fun, colorful title introduces young readers to the specifics of motorcycles and motorcycle driving in age-appropriate...
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Publisher / Publication Date: KidHaven Publishing, an imprint of Greenhaven Publishing, LLC 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.227 HOLHolmes, Kirsty
Summary: "Trucks are often made with a job to do. Fire engines are a kind of truck; so are garbage and recycling vehicles. But, of course, some people just like to drive pick-up trucks for no other reason than how they drive and how they look! Elementary readers are introduced to these many trucks, their common parts and how one drives a truck in this colorful title. STEM content is imparted throughout,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: KidHaven Publishing, an imprint of Greenhaven Publishing, LLC 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.224 HOLHolmes, Kirsty
Summary: "From adventure games to endless running, this title helps gamers remaster their skills with tips and tricks to reach new levels. Readers will also love finding out about game designers and innovators and how they made a lifestyle into a career."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Crabtree Publishing Company 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 794.8 HOLHolmes, Kirsty
Summary: The Shang Dynasty was the earliest recorded dynasty in China. It was in power for less than 600 years, but they ruled during great advances in math, art, astronomy, and military technology. If life was so great during this time, why did the Shang Dynasty end? Invasion is one main reason that readers learn about in this compelling volume, full of information about the civilization the Shang...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Enslow Publishing 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 931 HOLHolmes, Kirsty
Summary: Even though it will be many years until elementary readers can drive a car, that doesn't stop many from being absolutely obsessed with them! Muscle cars, off-road cars, and racers are some of the most popular. But kids may not realize that it doesn't matter what a car is used for: there are many commonalities between all cars. In this book, readers learn the different parts of cars, including...
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Publisher / Publication Date: KidHaven Publsihing, an imprint of Greenhaven Publishing, LLC 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.222 HOLHolmes, Kirsty
Summary: "At its height, ancient Rome stretched from modern-day Great Britain in the west to modern-day parts of Asia to the east. Many social studies students know that ancient Rome was powerful and contributed much to future world civilizations, but what's often less clear is why and how this huge empire fell so spectacularly. Your readers will investigate this exact idea, including the invasions the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Enslow Publishing 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 937 HOLHolmes, Kirsty
Summary: "Fossils are our key to the far past. Remains or even just traces of life from earlier eras have allowed us to reconstruct various times and places far different from our modern period. The most famous, perhaps, are those fossils that dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures left behind. In this high-interest volume, readers will gain an understanding of different kinds of fossils as well as...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2022
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Summary: "Readers will take an exciting journey to the farm to learn about the life cycle of a chicken in this charming and informative book. Through the age-appropriate and accessible main text, young learners will expand their knowledge of critical science curriculum topics. They will also be exposed to the similarities and differences between the life cycle of a chicken and those of other living...
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Publisher / Publication Date: KidHaven Publishing 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 636.5 HOLHolmes, Kirsty
Summary: Blueberry Sue, famous TV chef, needs the help of Cook Town's child private eye, Riley Rye. With her dog, Deputy, Riley heads to the TV station to find out who stole Sue's pie recipe. Can she do it?
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Publisher / Publication Date: Playaway Products, LLC 2024
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Summary: Many young children cheer at the sight of a digger. Diggers, or excavators, are construction vehicles that dig and lift heavy things. They are huge machines and seem like lots of fun to drive! In this book, readers can fulfill their dream of learning to drive one long before they're actually old enough. From the parts of the vehicle to how the controls work, the main content of this book covers...
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Publisher / Publication Date: KidHaven Publishing, an imprint of Greenhaven Publishing, LLC 2023