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"When two wealthy white landowners are found dead, the whole country immediately thinks it must be Jerome Washington, the hired help, who killed them. He was standing over the bodies when the police responded to an anonymous call and the only one on the property at the time of death. As far as the state is concerned, it's an open and shut case. Jack Lee, born and raised in Freeman County, knows that every man deserves a solid defense and agrees to...
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"Emotions are like a rainbow-there is a color for every one we feel. And when the lonely feeling starts to take over the rainbow, it's time for The Gray Book! Simple activities, tips, and tricks help young readers whose lonely gray shines brightest in the rainbows of their colorful minds. They can turn the pages from front to back or back to front. They can use every single page or open the book to just one random page. Soon, the other colors of their...
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"Emotions are like a rainbow-there is a color for every one we feel. And when the confident feeling starts to take over the rainbow, it's time for The Orange Book! Simple activities, tips, and tricks help young readers make confident orange shine brightest in the rainbows of their colorful minds. They can turn the pages from front to back or back to front. They can use every single page or open the book to just one random page. Soon, the other colors...
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"Emotions are like a rainbow-there is a color for every one we feel. And when the jealous feeling starts to take over the rainbow, it's time for The Green Book! Simple activities, tips, and tricks help young readers whose jealous green shines brightest in the rainbows of their colorful minds. They can turn the pages from front to back or back to front. They can use every single page or open the book to just one random page. Soon, the other colors...
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"Emotions are like a rainbow-there is a color for every one we feel. And when the proud feeling starts to take over the rainbow, it's time for The Gold Book! Simple activities, tips, and tricks help young readers shine proud gold brightest in the rainbows of their colorful minds. They can turn the pages from front to back or back to front. They can use every single page or open the book to just one random page. Soon, the other colors of their emotions...
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"A nonfiction picture book about the famous 1940 Tacoma Narrows Bridge. The strange and spectacular collapse of which has become a textbook example of an engineering failure, an oft-used science lesson, and even given rise to a legend of an old and gigantic octopus"--
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"Maggie Nichols' official memoir is an inspirational tell-all about the abuse she suffered under the USA national gymnastic team and how she managed to redefine herself in the face of adversity. In 2015, Maggie risked everything when she revealed to her coach how USAG doctor Larry Nassar had been sexually abusing the athletes under his care. What ensued was an investigation that would capture the nation, involving multiple faculty members of the gymnastics...
69) The Cold War
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"Engaging images accompany information about the Cold War. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--
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"America's 18th president was, and still is, well known for his efforts leading the North to victory during the American Civil War. But many stories surrounding Grant aren't actually true. For example, is it true that Grant was arrested for speeding in a horse-drawn carriage? Is it true that his middle name is actually Simpson? Readers will find the answers to these questions inside this detailed guide to Grant's life. The at-level text is paired...
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"On June 26, 1963, President John F. Kennedy made a speech to the German people in Berlin. He famously said, "Ich bin ein Berliner," which translates to "I am a Berliner" (someone from Berlin). However, future sources, including newspapers, sometimes considered the quote a blunder, as it could be confused for, "I am a jelly doughnut!" Inside this volume, readers will learn more about this historic event and the myth that arose from it. They will also...
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"It's a core founding document of the United States of America-but did you know that when news of it reached New York City in 1776, it started a riot? The Declaration of Independence changed the world! In this book, young readers will learn more about its impact, its creators, and its famous words. Photographs and artwork highlight the easily understandable text, and graphic organizers showcase even more interesting information"--
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"Black Girls Sew is a nonprofit organization committed to positively impacting its community through education in sewing, design, and entrepreneurship. Black Girls Sew is based in Brooklyn."--back cover.
"Black Girls Sew provides the tools, knowledge, and vocabulary to help young sewists take back their fashion narrative. Focusing primarily on basic sewing skills and design principals, Black Girls Sew helps readers learn to create one-of-a-kind looks...
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"There's a common myth that says Abraham Lincoln, the 16th U.S. president, wrote the Gettysburg Address on the back of an envelope while on a trip by train. Although that makes for a good story, it's just a story! Readers will discover other myths about Lincoln, but more importantly, they will learn the facts about his time in the White House. Primary sources of Lincoln and his era help readers make connections to the text, and a timeline of Lincoln's...
77) 1, 2, 3, Poop!
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"From 1 to 10, follow along as the animals discover how each of them poops in this hilarious counting tale that is sure to have toddlers and preschoolers wanting to read it again and again"--
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"A box jellyfish has a dangerous venom used to paralyze their prey, but are they tough enough to beat out the speed of an Asian giant hornet? Through this high-interest, informative text, readers will decide who is the winner. This book features key details presented with vivid photographs that help readers understand each species. Young readers are encouraged to think critically about animal adaptations, size, speed, and more in an approachable and...
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This book explores scientific research and amazing discoveries of long-necked dinosaurs such as Apatosaurus. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, informative captions and fun facts, infographics, sources for further research, an index, an introduction to the author, and critical-thinking questions to help readers connect with the text.
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Through lyrical, rhyming text and vibrant artwork, young readers can explore twelve cultures around the world (South Korea, Poland, India, Bolivia, Ghana, Barbados, Morocco, Liberia, Iran, Spain, Germany), learning all about their harvest festivals, days of thanks, ancient traditions and the activities associated with them. -- Provided by publisher.
"Explore harvest festivals from around the globe! Lyrical, rhyming text and lush, detailed artwork...
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