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Steve Martin writes the written word : collected written word works by Steve Martin / by Martin, Steve,1945-author.;
"With an exclusive new introduction and some never-before-published pieces, a collection of greatest hits from one of the most beloved comedians of our time, Steve Martin, now starring in Hulu's Only Murders in the Building. Steve Martin Writes the Written Word is a perfect introduction for new fans and a must-have for longtime fans, showcasing the longevity, range, and -- above all -- hilarity of the master. Filled with his singular characters and musings -- Daniel Pecan Cambridge, a modern-day neurotic yearning to break free in The Pleasure of My Company, to the comedic and heartbreaking relationship between Neiman Marcus shopgirl Mirabelle and businessman Ray Porter in Shopgirl, to meditations on bad neighbors and so much more -- this collection shows the breadth of Martin's work, which is bolstered by a mix of brand-new and previously published selections of his writing for the New Yorker's "Shouts & Murmurs" column. A tantalizing page-turner from start to finish that will appeal to a wide range of literary appetites, Steve Martin Writes the Written Word is a brilliant tour through a singular mind"--
Subjects: American wit and humor; American wit and humor;
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Garden wonders : a guidebook for little green thumbs / by Grindler, Sarah.;
"The newest book in the Little Explorers series shows young readers how to garden everything from flowers to veggies--and offers tips and tricks for keeping it all in bloom. Let's get our hands dirty! Whether you have a big backyard or pots on a balcony, you can grow just about anything if you have healthy soil, plenty of water, and bright sunlight. The newest book in the Little Explorers series takes young readers through every step to creating their own garden: from collecting nutrient-rich soil and choosing the right time of day to water your plants, to identifying helpful critters from unwanted pests. Featuring new vocabulary words like "germinate," "fertilizer," and "pollinator," and encouraging a microscopic look at nature, this is the perfect book for curious little gardeners. What will you grow first?"--
Subjects: Gardening;
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Let's build a highway / by Pizzo, Robert.;
"From the publisher that brought you the bestselling Baby University books comes a brand-new series of construction books for kids. Let's build a highway! How? We'll show you! Join the construction team in this board book as they go about the steps involved in building a highway, from surveying the roadway, to using a bulldozer to clear the path, and so much more. Toddlers will love the bright and bold art, and parents will love the gentle explanation of new concepts and words like auto level and trestle. Perfect for any family that wants to introduce architecture or engineering for kids, or for anyone searching for truck books for toddlers"--Provided by publisher.LSC
Subjects: Roads; Highway engineering;
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Nutcracker night / by Messier, Mireille,1971-; Grimard, Gabrielle,1975-;
A little girl experiences the Nutcracker ballet in New York City.LSC
Subjects: Christmas stories.; Nutcracker (Choreographic work); Ballet; Sounds, Words for;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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E meshkwadooniged mitig = The trading tree : a story in English and Ojibwe / by Cooper, Nancy,1967-; Jamieson, Myrtle.; Charles, Heather.; Vujanovic, Milena.;
An ancient sugar maple tree on the shore of Lake Simcoe tells children about how the Chippewa people used to meet there to trade with the new settlers, sharing stories and learning about each other. Includes a pronunciation key for the Ojibwe words.LSC
Subjects: Ojibwa Indians; Whites; Maple; Ojibwa language materials; Ojibwe; Whites; Ojibwe language materials;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The welcome book / by Smith, Danna.; Perdomo, Juliana.;
If you meet someone new in the world today, there is a very kind word you can say. "Welcome!" Welcoming somebody shows that you care. You're happy to see them. You're glad they are there. From inviting a friend to play to welcoming a new baby into the world, this sweet book celebrates all the ways we can welcome those around us--and shows readers that even small acts can have a big impact.PK.
Subjects: Board books.; Salutations; Kindness; Interpersonal relations;
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The wild robot / by Brown, Peter,1979-;
Roz the robot discovers that she is alone on a remote, wild island with no memory of where she is from or why she is there, and her only hope of survival is to try to learn about her new environment from the island's hostile inhabitants.LSC
Subjects: Science fiction.; Adventure fiction.; Robots; Shipwreck survival; Animals; Friendship; Islands;
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Can a cat do that? / by Carle, Eric.;
Shows different animals behaving as they normally do, such as running or pinching, and asks if a cat can do the same. Includes word list and follow-up questions.LSC
Subjects: Cats; Animal behavior; Questions and answers;
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Words to make a friend : a story in Japanese and English./ by Napoli, Donna Jo,1948-; Stoop, Naoko.;
When a young Japanese girl moves into her new house, she is happy to see a girl her age playing in the snow just outside her window. The only problem is the Japanese girl doesn't speak English and the American girl doesn't speak Japanese. But each girl's love of the snow teaches them that they don't need to speak the same language to have fun!LSC
Subjects: Communication; Japanese; Friendship; Snow; Winter; Japanese language materials;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Leo + Lea : a Fibonacci friendship / by Wesolowska, Monica,1965-; Pak, Kenard.;
Leo is totally fixated on numbers and counting everything, even the words in the story the teacher reads; Lea is the shy new girl who shares his desk, and spends all her time drawing--but one day, in the noise of the playground, an accident brings them and their obsessions together in the beginning of a friendship.Ages 4-8.Grades K-1.LSC
Subjects: Fibonacci numbers; Friendship; Counting books.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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