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Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop an imprint of Penguin Random House
Pub. Date
[2018]
Lexile measure
940L
Physical Desc
108 pages, 16 unnumbered plates : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Flappers, flag-pole sitting, and the Ford Model T--these are just a few of the things that instantly conjure up a unique era--the Roaring Twenties. It was the bees' knees, the cat's meow. If you're not familiar with 1920s slang, all the more reason to read this fascinating look at that wild, exciting decade. It began on the heels of one tragedy--the flu pandemic of 1918--and ended with another: the start of the Great Depression. But in between there...
Author
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
[2019]
Lexile measure
970L
Physical Desc
106 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Your favorite characters are now part of the Who HQ library! Nothing mysterious about it! Learn all about how Scooby and his friends took over Saturday mornings--and then the world--in this debut title in the What Is the Story Of? series. Most kids are familiar with the always-hungry, scaredy-cat Great Dane called Scooby-Doo and his true-blue friends of Mystery Inc. But how did Scooby and the gang make it onto the silver screen? Author M. D. Payne...
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC
Pub. Date
2020.
Lexile measure
910L
Physical Desc
50 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
The inspiring story of a young Swedish schoolgirl who sparked a worldwide revolution. When she was just fifteen years old, Greta Thunberg knew she wanted to change the world. With a hand-painted sign that read "School strike for the climate" in Swedish, Greta sat alone on the steps of the Swedish parliament to call for stronger action on climate change. Her one-person strike would soon spark a worldwide movement. This exciting story details the defining...
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC
Pub. Date
[2020]
Lexile measure
910L
Physical Desc
49 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Kobe Bryant dominated the world of basketball as an 18-time NBA All-Star, a five-time NBA champion, and a two-time Olympic gold medalist. This biography details his life and legacy.
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
[2021]
Lexile measure
720L
Physical Desc
108 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Although fans the world over have been fascinated by the modern Summer Olympics since 1896, the Winter Olympics didn't officially begin until 1924. The event celebrates cold-weather sports, displaying the talents of skiers, ice skaters, hockey players, and, most recently, snowboarders. Like its summer counterpart, the Winter Games are dedicated to bringing together the world's top athletes to honor their talents and see who gets to stand on the medal...
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
2021.
Lexile measure
1000L
Physical Desc
49 pages : illustrations, maps ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
"The coronavirus disease COVID-19 emerged in November 2019. By March 2020, cities all around the world closed schools, offices, restaurants, and other public spaces deemed 'non-essential' in an attempt to contain the fast-spreading virus. People struggled to follow government orders, stay indoors, and limit contact with others. But the virus that caused one of the world's deadliest pandemics eventually killed over two million people worldwide. This...
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
[2021]
Lexile measure
910L
Physical Desc
107 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
An introduction to the Age of Exploration covers the nautical practices of fifteenth-century Europe, Henry the Navigator's fateful new sea routes, and the impact of European advancement on ancient civilizations.
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
[2021]
Lexile measure
910L
Physical Desc
107 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Travel back in time to the 1920s and 1930s to the sounds of jazz in nightclubs and the 24-hours-a-day bustle of the famous Black neighborhood of Harlem in uptown Manhattan. It was a dazzling time when there was an outpouring of the arts of African Americans--the poetry of Langston Hughes, the novels of Zora Neale Hurston, the sculptures of Augusta Savage, and that brand-new music called jazz as only Duke Ellington and Louis Armstrong could play it....
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
[2021]
Lexile measure
790L
Physical Desc
51 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Ken Jennings is considered the greatest of all-time contestants on Jeopardy! and became a household name after his impressive 74-game winning streak. After the passing of longtime host Alex Trebek, Jennings became the first guest to host Jeopardy! Read more about Ken Jennings and his curious life in this Who HQ Now biography." --Amazon.com.
Author
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
[2021]
Lexile measure
GN 670L
Physical Desc
63 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
From refusing to give up her bus seat to a white passenger to sparking civil rights protests across America, explore how Rosa Parks's powerful act earned her the title "Mother of the Civil Rights Movement." A story of resistance, strength, and the unwavering spirit of this American Civil Rights leader.
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
[2021]
Lexile measure
930L
Physical Desc
108 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
"As a young working-class German immigrant, Levi Strauss left his family's dry goods business in New York City to journey out west for the California Gold Rush. Only Levi wasn't looking for gold--he wanted to provide the miners with sturdy clothes to wear while they worked in the dusty river beds. His solution? Blue jeans--pants made of strong denim fabric--which have become one of the most beloved and fashionable clothing items in the world"--
Author
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
[2021]
Lexile measure
GN 850L
Physical Desc
63 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Discover the true story behind Neil Armstrong and the Apollo 11 mission. From his childhood experiments to his first encounters with flight, explore the calculated risks this astronaut took in order to become the first person to walk on the moon" -- Page [4] cover.
Author
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
[2021]
Lexile measure
GN 700L
Physical Desc
63 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Follow Joan of Arc on her journey to convince the Dauphin to let her lead the French army in the Battle of Orleans and win the Hundred Years' War. A story of faith, courage, and determination, this graphic novel invites readers to immerse themselves in the life of the teenage French heroine -- brought to life by gripping narrative and vivid full-color illustrations that jump off the page.
Author
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
[2021]
Lexile measure
GN 500L
Physical Desc
63 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
""Viva La Huelga! Viva La Causa!" Discover the true story behind Cesar Chavez and the Delano Grape Strike, as he and the National Farm Workers Association set out on an incredible three-hundred-mile protest march in support of farmworkers' rights" --
Author
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
[2022]
Physical Desc
106 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
Español
Description
"You can always recognize a painting by Kahlo because she is in nearly all--with her black braided hair and colorful Mexican outfits. A brave woman who was an invalid most of her life, she transformed herself into a living work of art. As famous for her self-portraits and haunting imagery as she was for her marriage to another famous artist, Diego Rivera, this strong and courageous painter was inspired by the ancient culture and history of her beloved...
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
2022.
Lexile measure
1050L
Physical Desc
107 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Dive into the facts behind the most well-known footage of the cryptid and learn about actual scientific studies conducted to learn whether or not Bigfoot actually exists. Filled with accounts of over a century of potential sightings, this book will have every reader looking for footprints on their next hike. Bigfoot has been the star subject of movies, TV shows, books, and more . . . but is he really out there?"--
Author
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
2022.
Physical Desc
108 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Also known as Nessie, this creature of the lake has a history that dates all the way back to the year 565. Since then, there have been photographs and films that allegedly show proof of the monster's existence. But are they fact or fiction? Learn all about the research, expeditions, and tests that provide clues about the Loch Ness Monster and whether or not she is real in this captivating book for young readers!"--