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The most magnificent maker's A to Z / by Spires, Ashley,1978-;
Award-winning and bestselling author-illustrator Ashley Spires takes readers on an inspirational alphabet journey, as our favorite characters from THE MOST MAGNIFICENT THING introduce all the words little makers need to know. This informational picture book gives young kids and their grown-ups vocabulary that will help them on their creative journeys, touching on themes such as growth mindset, imagination, innovation, mistakes and perseverance, so that they, too, can make something MAGNIFICENT one day (maybe even minus the meltdown!).
Subjects: Picture books.; Alphabet books.; Handicraft; Makerspaces; Science projects; English language;

Love or die trying : how I lost it all, died, and came back for love / by Ramsay, Bob,1949-author.;
"A story of addiction and recovery, love and perseverance, and a reminder that it's never too late to start over. Bob Ramsay had it all--and lost it all, often. At forty, he lived in a drug treatment centre in Atlanta. Starting over back in Toronto, he began dating an older woman, a doctor named Jean Marmoreo, who had three angry kids of divorce. The chances of this relationship lasting were zero. But they married and created a very different "out there" life for themselves, climbing mountains, running marathons, and exploring the ends of the earth. Then one day Bob's heart stopped, and life got much worse after it was re-started. But once again, perseverance and love won over fate, and today, Bob turns connection into an art form, while Jean Marmoreo is a MAiD doctor--leading her patients across the thin veil between life and death. Love or Die Trying is a love story that unfolded against all odds and a reflection on a life anchored between a first death and the future."--
Subjects: Autobiographies.; Ramsay, Bob, 1949-; Marmoreo, Jean; Families.; Recovering addicts.;

Bella and Bean / by Bradley, Sandra.; Lugo, Udayana.;
For hippos, becoming big is guaranteed, and Bella and Bean can't wait! But recently, Bella has started to dream about being something even bigger than big... Bella and Bean have always enjoyed spending their time in the mud, dreaming of being big one day. But Bella is ready to share a new dream--opening a spa! Despite her friends and neighbors doubts, Bella is sure that with hard work, determination, and a little help, her dream may just come true. Written with humor and heart, Bella and Bean highlight the importance of supporting one another, perseverance, and believing that anything is possible!
Subjects: Animal fiction.; Picture books.; Hippopotamus; Health resorts; Friendship; Business women;

The Longest Wave. by Berlinger, Joe,film director.; Naish, Robby,actor.; Red Bull Studios (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Robby NaishOriginally produced by Red Bull Studios in 2019.Oscar-nominated filmmaker Joe Berlinger follows legendary windsurfer and 24-time world champion Robby Naish in THE LONGEST WAVE. Known for dominating watersports, Robby now aims to conquer the world's longest wave. The quest becomes a personal journey, revealing his vulnerabilities as a competitor, mentor, and father. After a major hip injury and feeling the weight of age, Robby's passion for the ocean is tested. Over three years, he confronts the limits of his body, relationships, and identity. THE LONGEST WAVE is a powerful story of perseverance, resilience, and the balance between ambition and life beyond the water.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Documentary films.; Health.; Physical education and training.; Documentary films.; Surfing.; Athletes.;

My privilege, my responsibility / by North, Sheila,author.;
"In September 2015, Sheila North was declared the Grand Chief of Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO), the first woman elected to the position. Known as a "bridge builder", North is a member of Bunibonibee Cree Nation. North's work in advocacy journalism, communications, and economic development harnessed her passion for drawing focus to systemic racism faced by Indigenous women and girls. She is the creator of the widely used hashtag #MMIW. In her memoir, Sheila North shares the stories of the events that shaped her, and the violence that nearly stood in the way of her achieving her dreams. Through perseverance and resilience, she not only survived, she flourished."-- Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Biographies.; Autobiographies.; North, Sheila.; First Nations women activists; First Nations women civic leaders; Indigenous women; Indigenous activists; Indigenous leaders;

The Oldest Student. by Duffy, Tara,film director.; m. James, Nikki,actor.; Weston Woods (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Nikki m. JamesOriginally produced by Weston Woods in 2020.In 1848, Mary Walker was born into slavery. At age 15, she was freed, and by age 20, she was married and had her first child. By age 68, she had worked numerous jobs, including cooking, cleaning, babysitting, and selling sandwiches to raise money for her church. At 114, she was the last remaining member of her family. And at 116, she learned to read. From Rita Lorraine Hubbard and rising star Oge More comes the inspirational story of Mary Walker, a woman whose long life spanned from the Civil War to the Civil Rights Movement, and who--with perseverance and dedication--proved that you're never too old to learn.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Education films.; Children's stories.;

Barbie, it takes two. [videorecording] / by Ligeon, Daysha,voice actor.; Pleydell-Pearce, Scott,television director.; Roye, Nicolas,1977-voice actor.; Varria, Tatiana,voice actor.; Young, America,1984-voice actor.; Mainframe Studios,production company.; Mattel Television,production company.; NCircle Entertainment,publisher.;
America Young, Tatiana Varria, Nicolas Roye, Kirsten Day.Join Barbie 'Malibu' Roberts and Barbie 'Brooklyn' Roberts for fun, laughter, and exciting new adventures in the brand-new series Barbie It Takes Two. The series follows Barbie and Barbie as they attend a year of performing arts high school in NYC, set out to record a music demo and take odd jobs to pay for it, all while exploring the Big Apple and traveling back to Malibu often to visit family and friends. Filled with stories of friendship, family, passion, and perseverance, the series follows this iconic duo as they work hard and have fun chasing their dreams. This exciting new series also features new characters, new settings, and all-new songs.G.DVD.
Subjects: Animated television programs.; Children's television programs.; Barbie (Fictitious character); Best friends; Female friendship; Performing arts high schools; Performing arts;
For private home use only.

Into the wind [videorecording] / by Holland, Ezra.; Nash, Steve,1974-; ESPN Films (Firm);
Edited by Paul Carruthers, Daniel Goddard ; music by Daniel Goddard and Jonathan Griffin.Narrated by Tyler Kitsch.Three years after having his right leg amputated six inches above the knee, Fox set out to cover more than a marathon's distance each day until he reached the shores of Victoria, British Columbia, spreading awareness and raising funds for cancer research. Anonymous at the start of his journey, Fox steadily captured the heart of a nation with his marathon of hope. After 143 days and two-thirds of the way across Canada, with the eyes of a country watching, Fox's journey came to an abrupt end when newly discovered tumors took over his body. Two-time NBA MVP Steve Nash shares Fox's incredible story of perseverance and hope.E.DVD.
Subjects: Fox, Terry, 1958-1981.; Biographical films.; Cancer; Documentary films.; Marathon running; Osteosarcoma; Runners (Sports);
© c2010., ESPN Films,

The brass charm / by Polak, Monique.; Lafrance, Marie.;
"A young girl's grandmother gives her a brass charm, and passes along a story that brought hope and kindness during an unimaginable time. Tali is staying at her Oma's apartment after a storm demolishes their house. She is upset at losing everything. “People have survived worse,” says her mother <U+2014> Oma survived World War Two, and never speaks of it. But that night, Oma shares her story of Holocaust survival, the brass monkey charm that she was given in the camp, and a message of kindness and perseverance in the face of disaster. This book includes an author's note, in which Monique Polak explains how it was inspired by her mother's true experience at Terezin, a Nazi concentration camp in what is now the Czech Republic."-- Provided by publisher.LSC
Subjects: Kindness; Survival; Natural disasters; Storms; Holocaust, Jewish (1939-1945); World War, 1939-1945; Concentration camps; Charms;

Take the lead : hanging on, letting go, and conquering life's hardest climbs / by DiGiulian, Sasha,author.;
"World champion climber Sasha DiGiulian tells her story-from coming of age under the scrutiny of social media, navigating a male-dominated sport, and tackling her most heart-stopping climbs-and shares the power of perseverance and positivity. At age six, Sasha DiGiulian stepped into a climbing gym for the first time and was competing within a year. Decked out in all-pink gear and with her blonde hair tied into pigtails, Sasha knew from an early age what it was like to be a girl in a traditionally male-dominated sport, vowing to never sacrifice her femininity to fit in. With a fierce love for the climb and incredible natural talent, Sasha soon won her first National Sport Climbing Championship at only seventeen, and a year later took the title of World Champion. To her fans, it looked like Sasha was on top of the world. But under the accolades, she was just another young woman learning how to handle the intense scrutiny of social media and dealing with body dysmorphia, all while quietly facing a potentially career-ending injury. In a relatable and inspiring voice, Take the Lead reflects on the highs and lows of Sasha's illustrious life and career for the first time, bringing readers on her remarkable journey from novice climber to Columbia University graduate, adventurer, environmentalist, and entrepreneur, and one of the most recognizable faces in climbing. For readers of Cheryl Strayed's Wild and Megan Rapinoe's One Life, Take the Lead ultimately emphasizes the power of perseverance, fearlessness and positivity in tackling some of the most daunting and fearsome climbs-on and off the wall"--
Subjects: Autobiographies.; Biographies.; DiGiulian, Sasha.; Rock climbing; Women mountaineers;

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