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[2020]
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English
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This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Cardi B. Readers learn about Cardi's early life, inspiration to pursue music, and successes as a hip-hop artist. With striking photographs and sidebars, the book also explores Cardi's social media success, her iconic fashion, and her social and political activism. Features include a timeline, glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index.
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"In mid-1787, some famous and important Americans gathered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They meant to amend the Articles of Confederation-but three young time travelers know they'll really be creating a whole new constitution for the United States! In this Team Time Machine adventure, Gaby, Zoe, and Will visit the Philadelphia State House, take sides in the great debate over this important document, and witness the signing of the US Constitution....
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Publisher
Essential Library
Pub. Date
[2020]
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1 online resource (112 pages) : color illustrations.
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English
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Explores the life and career of rapper, actor, and writer Childish Gambino, discussing his background and education, rise to fame, works and accomplishments, and career today. Features quotes, color photographs, sidebars, a timeline, a glossary, and resources for further information.
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Illustrated with beautiful chapter headings that match the book cover!
From the mysterious Druids and noble King Alfred to the notorious Henry VIII and the Glorious Revolution of 1688, Charles Dickens traced his country's history for the benefit of young Victorians. Written with the beloved storyteller's customary panache, this series of historical vignettes reads like a fast-paced novel, rich in anecdotes and colorful stories. Dickens' unsparing,...
6) Bangladesh
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980L
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English
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Though it is only about the size of Iowa, Bangladesh is one of the worlds most populous countries. It has faced many difficulties, but it rich in history and culture.
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1090L
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English
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"In the 1920s, the richest people per capita in the world were members of the Osage Nation in Oklahoma. After oil was discovered beneath their land, the Osage rode in chauffeured automobiles, built mansions, and sent their children to study in Europe. Then, one by one, the Osage began to be killed off. The family of an Osage woman, Mollie Burkhart, became a prime target. One of her relatives was shot. Another was poisoned. And it was just the beginning,...
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1020L
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English
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"From one of America's most inspiring political leaders, a book about the core truths that unite us, and the long struggle to discern what those truths are and how best to act upon them, in her own life and across the life of our country. By reckoning with the big challenges we face together, drawing on the hard-won wisdom and insight from her own career and the work of those who have most inspired her, Kamala Harris offers in The Truths We Hold a...
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880L
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"Normal. Who is to say what this word means? For Magda Newman, it was a goal. She wanted her son Nathaniel to be able to play on the playground, swim at the beach, enjoy the moments his friends took for granted. But Nathaniel's severe Treacher Collins syndrome--a craniofacial condition--meant that other concerns came first. Could he eat without the aid of a gastrointestinal tube? Could he hear? Would he ever be able to breathe effortlessly? But Nathaniel...
12) The solar system
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550L
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English
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Our solar system is full of planets, moons, comets, asteroids, and more. Let's explore our solar system and Earth's place in it.
13) Minnesota Twins
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920L
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"Inside MLB profiles each of the 30 franchises in Major League Baseball. Minnesota Twins is a beginner's history of the Twins, covering the beginnings of the franchise, the greatest and lowest moments of the team, and the best players and managers. Fun facts, anecdotes, and sidebars round out the story of each club, allowing your readers to get Inside MLB!" -- From publisher's website.
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"Each page includes two photos related to Minnesota. Using poetic clues, readers try to spy the changes made from the original photo on the left to the altered photo on the right. Subjects include the Duluth Aerial Lift Bridge, the state capitol, the Como Zoo, and the Minnesota State Fair"--Provided by publisher.
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Dive into these fishy facts: Did you know that the prehistoric shark, megalodon, had jaws so big that it could swallow a car? Or that goats, pigs, dogs, cats, and even an alpaca have all learned how to surf? And if that's not weird enough for ya, one man even rowed solo across the Pacific Ocean for 312 days! In this book filled with 300 wacky facts and pictures, you'll glimpse the ocean's weirdest wildlife, uncover shocking shipwrecks, and meet sensational...
16) Uranus
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IG 760L
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English
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Discusses the surface features, atmosphere, orbit, moons, rings, and exploration of the planet Uranus.
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AD 510L
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English
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In the icy waters of the Pacific, a massive humpback whale unexpectedly finds herself tangled in a net abandoned by fishermen. When a rescue boat and a convoy of divers arrive to help the struggling humpback, a realistic and moving encounter bridges the human and aquatic worlds.
18) Castle
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1180L
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English
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In this first-ever standalone full-color edition, Castle is lavishly reborn in digitally finished drawings rendered with felt-tip markers and colored pencils. Factual and artistic details shine in light of newly researched information. With characteristic zest and wit. Architecture enthusiasts of all ages will marvel at the staggering possibilities of human imagination and ingenuity.
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670L
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English
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"What's so great about Minnesota? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the North Star State! Explore Minnesota's wooded wilderness, 10,000 lakes, and rich history. The Minnesota by Map feature shows you exactly where you'll find all the places covered in the book. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in...
20) The moon
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320L
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English
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Photographs and simple text introduce the features of the moon, Earth's only natural satellite.