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- This is your brain on stereotypes : how science is tackling unconscious bias / by Kyi, Tanya Lloyd,1973-; Shannon, Drew,1988-;
Includes bibliographical references, Internet addresses and index.Explores how to recognize stereotypes, why they can be harmful and how to combat them.LSC- Subjects: Stereotypes (Social psychology); Discrimination; Prejudices;
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- The Montague twins. [graphic novel] / by Page, Nathan,1985-author.; Shannon, Drew,1988-illustrator.;
Orphaned teens Pete and Al Montague and their adopted sister, Charlie, already known for solving mysteries in their small New England town, begin studying magic as they investigate a disappearance connected to a seventeenth-century witch.- Subjects: Young adult fiction.; Graphic novels.; Brothers and sisters; Twins; Supernatural; Magic;
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- Finding home : the journey of immigrants and refugees / by Lee, Jen Sookfong.; Shannon, Drew,1988-;
Includes Internet addresses and index.What drives people to search for new homes? From war zones to politics, there are many reasons why people have always searched for a place to call home. In Finding Home: The Journey of Immigrants and Refugees we discover how human migration has shaped our world. We explore its origins and the current issues facing immigrants and refugees today, and we hear the first-hand stories of people who have moved across the globe looking for safety, security and happiness.45671200LSC- Subjects: Emigration and immigration; Human beings; Immigrants;
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- Out of the ice : how climate change is revealing the past / by Eamer, Claire,1947-; Shannon, Drew,1988-;
As the Earth's climate continues to warm, the permafrost melts, glaciers recede, and ice patches shrink, resulting in the discovery of a treasury of preserved organic material, like human and animal remains, and inorganic artifacts, like ancient tools and clothing. The big melt is providing us with new information about how people and animals lived several thousand years ago. But it's a race against time for archaeologists. As soon as the objects begin to thaw, they also begin to disintegrate.LSC- Subjects: Ice patch archaeology; Excavations (Archaeology); Climatic changes; Global warming;
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- Are we there yet? : how humans find their way / by Birmingham, Maria.; Shannon, Drew,1988-;
Includes bibliographical references and index."From finding food, water and shelter to traveling for commerce, trade and eventually exploring the world, humans have always had to find their way from one place to another. Are We There Yet? examines the evolution of how we navigate the world. Our earliest ancestors relied on built-in navigation systems in our brains and followed clues like star patterns and animal behavior. Then came the invention of maps, faster transportation and eventually technology, like satellites and GPS. And from the depths of the ocean to faraway planets, there's still plenty of exploring to do. Where will we go next?"--- Subjects: Illustrated works.; Travel; Navigation; Transportation;
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- You can be an activist : how to use your strengths & passions to make a difference / by Rocha, Charlene.; Leatherdale, Mary Beth.; Shannon, Drew,1988-;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Here's the definitive handbook for young activists who want to make a difference but don't know where to begin. It covers everything from choosing a cause and doing the research, to deciding on a goal, and then making a plan to get it done. Along the way, readers will encounter loads of practical tips on handling specific tasks, like creating a petition, and larger responsibilities, like leading a team. There are also important discussion about essential topics such as intersectionality, privilege and allyship. Written in the encouraging, friendly tone of a peer, this book is sure to inform and inspire budding activists - and open their eyes to what's possible! Written by youth activist Charlene Rocha and award-winning author Mary Beth Leatherdale, this guide demystifies activism for budding social justice campaigners and climate advocates, and encourages readers to bring their own passions and interests to their work. Drew Shannon's illustrations bring a sense of fun to the topic, and the comprehensive text is presented in chunks and sidebars, with engaging quizzes, prompts, lists, templates, profiles and interviews throughout. The book supports young readers in learning more about issues such as queer rights, feminism and Black Lives Matter. The back matter includes an extensive list of resources, a checklist of next steps, a glossary and an index. Part of the CitizenKid collection, this book aligns with the themes of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.- Subjects: Activism; Soical justice; Social action; Children;
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