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Our great prime ministers / by Becker, Helaine,1961-; Szasz, Michael.;
Describes how Canada's government is formed, how it works, and profiles 12 of Canada's Prime Ministers throughout history. Geared towards readers aged 9-11, the text works to inform, develop new vocabulary, and reinforce reading alone for fact-finding and pleasure.LSC
Subjects: Prime ministers;
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Octopus! : smartest in the sea? / by Clarke, Ginjer L.;
"Did you know that octopuses have been around since before dinosaurs existed? Or that each arm on an octopus has two rows of suckers used to taste and feel? With eight arms, big brains, and sometimes weighing hundreds of pounds, octopuses are one of the most recognizable animals in the ocean!"--
Subjects: Informational works.; Readers (Publications); Octopuses;
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Above, below and long ago : animals, plants and fossils in hidden places / by Bright, Michael.; Emmerson, Jonathan.;
"This nonfiction picture book for middle-grade readers takes a close look at animals and plants around the world that are in the air, hidden below ground or lived long ago"--Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Informational works.; Habitat (Ecology); Animals; Animals, Fossil; Plants; Plants, Fossil;
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Everything gymnastics / by McDougall, Chrös.;
Includes bibliographic references and index.The perfect 10 -- Ancient history -- All-around gymnastics -- Iconic women -- Iconic men -- Flipping out -- Name that skill -- College gymnastics -- Amazing moments -- More disciplines -- Wellness."Every day, gymnasts test their skills as they leap, twist, and soar to new heights in competitions. Many of them hope to become Olympic heroes someday. This title teaches readers about the legends of the sport and the routines that made them famous. Readers can also learn the skills they need to compete. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a glossary, and an index." -- Amazon.com.
Subjects: Illustrated works.; Informational works.; Instructional and educational works.; Gymnastics; Gymnasts; Gymnasts; Gymnastics; Gymnastics injuries; Artistic gymnastics; Sports;
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Plagues and their aftermath : how societies recover from pandemics / by Jenkins, Brian Michael,author.;
Includes bibliographical references.In a concise, authoritative, and gripping telling, Brian Michael Jenkins--one of our leading authorities on national security and an advisor to governments, presidents and CEOs--provides a masterly account of what kind of future the planet might be facing ... by looking at the world's long history of epidemics and discerning what was common about their aftermath.
Subjects: Informational works.; Pandemics;
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Atlas of dogs / by Evans, Frances(Children's author); Heaton, Kelsey.;
"Illustrated guide will take you on a woof-tastic journey around the world to meet over 150 weird and wonderful dog breeds. . . . Features large maps of each continent that show where each dog breed (both common and rare) is from. Follow-on pooch profiles then give the low-down on each one--their history, their physical characteristics and their personality traits"--Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Informational works.; Children's atlases.; Atlases.; Dogs; Dog breeds;
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The end of craving : recovering the lost wisdom of eating well / by Schatzker, Mark,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.'The End of Craving' is acclaimed journalist and author Mark Schatzker's groundbreaking, entertaining, and informative work that reveals how our dysfunctional relationship with food began and how science is leading us back to healthier living and eating. Schatzker lives in Toronto, ON. From the author of 'The Dorito Effect'.
Subjects: Food habits.; Natural foods.; Nutrition.;
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The whole-brain child : 12 revolutionary strategies to nurture your child's developing mind / by Siegel, Daniel J.,1957-author.; Bryson, Tina Payne,author.;
The authors explain the new science of how a child's brain is wired and how it matures, along with advice on how to put this information to work in raising happier, calmer children.
Subjects: Parenting.; Child development.; Child rearing.;
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Always beginning : the big bang, the universe, and you / by Savage, Candace,1949-; Wada, Rachel.;
"For kids with big questions comes a mesmerizing celebration of the universe and our place in it, perfect for STEM learning. The story of the universe is enough to send our minds spinning with wonder! This awe-inspiring picture book explores the science behind the start of our universe and how we came to be a part of it, from the Big Bang and the beginning of life on Earth all the way up until today."--
Subjects: Informational works.; Picture books.; Cosmology; Big bang theory; Civilization;
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Unsettled : what climate science tells us, what it doesn't, and why it matters / by Koonin, Steven E.,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.The author points out that core questions about the way the climate is responding to our influence and what the impacts will be remain largely unanswered. He provides insights and perspective free from political agendas, dispels popular myths, and unveils little-known truths. He points out that the models we use to predict the future aren't able to accurately describe the climate of the past, suggesting they are deeply flawed.
Subjects: Informational works.; Climatic changes; Climatology; Global warming;
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