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World War II / by Adams, Simon,1955-; Crawford, Andy.; Imperial War Museum (Great Britain);
Includes bibliographical references and index.In 1939, the world was in turmoil -- Europe had declared war, and in the years to come, countries like Japan and the United States would also join the global conflict. In collaboration with London's Imperial War Museum, readers can take a trip back in time and learn about the factors that lead up to Pearl Harbor, the Battle of Britain, the D-Day invasion and the advent of the Atomic Bomb. A war history book for kids that will take them through the events of World War II and teaches them about the main battles, key players, technological advances and everyday people caught in the middle of WWII.
Subjects: World War, 1939-1945;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Me and white supremacy : combat racism, change the world, and become a good ancestor / by Saad, Layla F.,author.;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 231-234)."When Layla Saad began an Instagram challenge called #meandwhitesupremacy, she never predicted it would become a cultural movement. She encouraged people to own up and share their racist behaviors, big and small. She was looking for truth, and she got it ... Thousands of people participated in the challenge, and over 80,000 people downloaded the supporting work Me and White Supremacy. Updated and expanded from the original edition, Me and White Supremacy teaches readers how to dismantle the privilege within themselves so that they can stop (often unconsciously) inflicting damage on people of color, and in turn, help other white people do better, too"--
Subjects: Whites.; Racism.; Race discrimination.; Equality.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Second self / by McCormack, Una,author.;
"Following the explosive events seen in season one of Star Trek: Picard, Raffi Musiker finds herself torn between returning to her old life as a Starfleet Intelligence officer or something a little more tame--teaching at the Academy, perhaps. The decision is made for her though when a message from an old contact--a Romulan spy--is received, asking for immediate aid. With the help of Elnor and assistance from Jean-Luc Picard, Raffi decides to take on this critical mission--and quickly learns that past sins never stay buried. Finding the truth will be complicated, and deadly ..."--
Subjects: Science fiction.; Novels.; Picard, Jean-Luc (Fictitious character), 2305-2399; Intelligence officers;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Future stories : what's next / by Christian, David,1946-author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."David Christian, the historian and New York Times bestselling author of Origin Story, is renowned for his pioneering "big history" framework. But with Future Story, he turns his sharp analytical eye to the future, offering a unique and accessible guide through what we think we know about future thinking and about the future itself. With fascinating explanations of the various ways living things understand and plan for the future, plus detailed explorations of the future of evolution, humanity, artificial intelligence, interstellar travel, and beyond, Future Story teaches us how to think creatively and intelligently about the future - and paints an unusually thoughtful and science-backed picture of what's to come"--
Subjects: Future, The.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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I'm taller than you! / by Benjamin, A. H.; O'Kif.;
The other animals are tired of Giraffe always telling them that he is taller than they are, so they band together to try and teach Giraffe a lesson.
Subjects: Size; Animals; Giraffes;
© [2010], c2006., Crabtree Publishing,
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Community helpers : a question-and-answer book / by Neradova, Maria.; Workman Publishing Company.;
"Introduce toddlers to the helpers in their community with a first words book that teaches over 100 foundational vocabulary words from the world around them. My First Brain Quest First Words: Community Helpers introduces baby to more than 100 foundational vocabulary words from scenes in bustling neighborhood where helpers of all kinds-from crossing guards to EMTs and librarians to veterinarians-are hard at work. In addition to labeled illustrated objects and named helpers, each spread includes questions that encourage dialogue between caregiver and child, and captions that explain how helpers contribute to the community. And don't forget to find the friendly mouse hiding in every scene!"--
Subjects: Board books.; Vocabulary; Communities;
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The bear / by Krivak, Andrew,author.;
"In an Edenic future, a girl and her father live close to the land in the shadow of a lone mountain. They possess a few remnants of civilization: some books, a pane of glass, a set of flint and steel, a comb. The father teaches the girl how to fish and hunt, the secrets of the seasons and the stars. He is preparing her for an adulthood in harmony with nature, for they are the last two left. But when the girl suddenly finds herself alone in an unknown landscape, it is a bear that will lead her back home through a vast wilderness, which offers the greatest lessons of all, if she can only learn to listen"--Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Bildungsromans.; Dystopian fiction.; Girls; Fathers and daughters; Voyages and travels; Bears; Innocence (Psychology);
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Fly away home [videorecording] / by Daniels, Jeff,1955-; Paquin, Anna.; Columbia TriStar Home Video (Firm); Sony Pictures Home Entertainment (Firm);
Jeff Daniels, Anna Paquin, Dana Delany, Terry Kinney.A 13-year old girl and her estranged father learn what family is all about when they adopt an orphaned flock of geese and teach them to fly.Canadian Home Video rating: G.DVD ; widescreen presentation ; Dolby digital.
Subjects: Children's films.; Feature films.; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Fathers and daughters; Human-animal relationships; Geese;
For private home use only.
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The fear in me / by Khan, Tricia.; Tymoshenko, Nataliia.;
Fear is a common feeling we all know, but what if we can make it less so? Meet Freddie, full of fun and adventure, Yet when fear strikes, he curls up like a snail and shies away. "The Fear In Me" is part of The Inner-Self Series, a rhyming tale with catchy phrases. It delves into challenges kids endure each day, navigating their thoughts that sometimes strays. This empowering story teaches how to quite the inner voices. With catchy phrases and a relatable story, It inspires kids to be brave and believe in themselves. Join Freddie on his journey to see how to quiet the doubts and set your mind free.
Subjects: Stories in rhyme.; Picture books.; Fear; Courage;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Anne dares / by George, K.(Kallie),1983-; Halpin, Abigail.; Montgomery, L. M.(Lucy Maud),1874-1942.Anne of Green Gables.;
Anne is excited to be a guest at a party at Orchard Slope, the home of her kindred spirit, Diana Barry. But when the dares start and mean Josie Pye makes the others feel bad, Anne can't stop herself from challenging Josie to a dare... which leads to Anne being dared to climb the house and walk along the ridgepole! Anne's dangerous dare ends in injury... and teaches her an important lesson. But Anne must pluck up her courage again when she is chosen to recite at a Christmas concert! How can Anne perform in front of so many people? And what is shy Matthew Cuthbert hiding from the family?
Subjects: Shirley, Anne (Fictitious character); Country life; Country life; Friendship; Islands; Orphans;
Available copies: 0 / Total copies: 1
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