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121) Aircraft Carriers
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Aircraft carriers are truly the fortresses of the sea! Students will get an inside-out view of these incredible floating cities, from how they are constructed to how they function as important parts of a country's defense. Students also will learn about the various aircraft that are on board and the crew that keeps aircraft carriers in ship-shape!
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An anthology of sorts, Joyners text deconstructs the negative depiction of African Americans in mass media while reconstructing what it means to be Black in America in the 21st century. A collection of op-ed pieces, scholarly essays, and a short story of fiction, He Talk White is sure to evoke thought and dialogue concerning the conundrum of race, as well as sexuality and religious affiliation, in the United States. -Navar Ero
123) Grandma's Magic Box
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This book is a collection of stories written by a grandmother and sent to her grandson as a way to keep in touch over a long distance. These stories are delightful adventure trips for young children. The stories all revolve around a box that the grandmother had given to her grandson for Christmas. Each story takes the reader to a different location with facts about that location. The ending of each story is quite a mystery. These are sure to delight...
124) A B C D Is for Down
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What is Down syndrome? Down syndrome is when a child is born with an extra copy of chromosome 21. (Chromosomes are what makes you you! ) This extra copy affects mental and physical development. About 1 in 700 babies are born with Down Syndrome each year. Kids born with DS go to school, play sports, and can do anything anyone else can do; it just may take a bit longer.
125) The Bird Ride
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A boy's mystical bird ride unveils the secret to finding magic in everyday life. Young Wade joins his new, feathered friend for the ride of his life and learns to see the world in new ways. Based on his own experiences as a child, the author shows readers how to find the magic in everyday life.
The Bird Ride, Book One in Wade Bergner's Emotional Agility Matters series for children, shows how positive attitude, self-awareness, and ability to be present...
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Todo lo que existe en el universo tiene un opuesto: luna y sol, silencio y ruido. emoción y razón, invierno y verano, calma y tormenta, muerte y vida… Pero ninguno de estos opuestos permanece puro, quieto. Los opuestos se mezclan todo el tiempo, y de este movimiento surge el mundo tal como lo conocemos: multicolor y diverso.
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What Is Freedom is a rhyming poem written in simple language so that teachers and parents can have a tool to use to open discussion about freedom with young children. It covers simple rights such as the right to go to a school and church of your choice, voting and freedom of speech. It also speaks of the men and women who make these freedoms possible. In the back of the book there is a place where you and your child can write a Thank You Note to a...
128) The Very Same Moon
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Did you know that every boy loon sings a different tune? It's true! They even have their own boy band and perform for the very same moon.
So come on and hang out for a while, as the very same moon leads the way with a glowing light. Just like it has since the very first night.
Meet all the animal friends and neighbors that have been guided home through the lake waters and forest trees.
Then, you will surely know why Maine is the way that...
129) God's Girl
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Growing into womanhood can be complicated! So let's talk honestly. Find out your style through self-discovery quizzes, and unleash your creativity through coloring pages and activities to walk out your "aha" moments. Uncover your internal self-talk, learn about the real you in Christ, discover practical ways to navigate conflict in friendships, and more!
Ideal for Ages 8-14 and Grade levels 4-8.
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Any good children's book needs to have a memorable moral, and The Vanishing Doorknob by L. M. Haynes certainly does not disappoint. The doorknob of a family's home seems to physically vanish, slowly, as the owner becomes more secluded, not answering his door to the repeated requests of fellow townspeople, as depression sets into his life.
The scene is set on the edge of a New England town called Coventry. The Grayson family's home was a beautiful...
131) A Party of Peacocks
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This book is about the names of animal groups. There are many different names, and you will find this book fun and educational. Children love the name of different animal groups like a pod of whales and a swarm of bees. Enjoy the beautiful illustrations of the different animal groups from A to Z. Each one will be fun to learn.
132) A Dozen Dragons
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LevelUp's fiction stories present a unique blend of high-interest stories and stimulating educational material. Each story brings readers on a new adventure that is perfectly suited to their reading level. The LevelUp program offers reading materials at each Lexile level, so readers can learn to read, read to learn, and read for fun. No matter their reading abilities, LevelUp readers can find stories that speak to them, from fairytales to out-of-this-world...
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The Hoppity Floppity Gang are sweet little creatures called Mithras. These little baby, Mithras have many, adventures and learn important lessons along the way. This first story is about Rossi, who decides that crying is for babies, so he's not going to cry anymore! This leads to some interesting situations, as he, has a harder and harder time, sticking to his decision.
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As a little girl my doll was my bestfriend. Her name was Crissy. My rat was named Sam. I was always looking for friends, but they were not looking for me. Hi my name is Lyza. I am Five years old. I have a doll name Crissy and a friend name millie. I talk to my doll and make her clothes. I play with her and she loves me. When Millie comes over we play with her together. At dark Millie has to go home. Millies mom ask her what did you do at Lyzas house...
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Epilepsy book for kids is the perfect way to explain Epilepsy to young children whether they have a family member with Epilepsy or friends with Epilepsy. It was an honour meeting the royal family at the patrons lunch due to her book as well as being short listed for the young epilepsy charities champion awards in 2012 and getting an award from the Bristol Post in2013 too.
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The Adventures of Sammy the Raccoon is a delightful true story about an orphaned baby raccoon who came to live with a loving family and their three dogs. The story is about his many mischievous and silly adventures, always to the amusement of the people watching him.
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When a young curly-haired light-brown fur dog named Hudson goes off to work each day, he is in search of healing his next patient. He is also in search of a hug and handshake, both of which he is really, good at sharing all of his heart with whoever's path he crosses. As a Therapy dog, he finds his way into the hearts and souls of the people he encounters. Hudson knows, no discouragement and will put a beam of light in your heart, in hopes of a better,...
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This is a book for cat people. Not people who just like cats or people who look like cats, but cat people. You know who you are. Jan Smith has always loved animals. Always dragged critters home. A love for horses began with pony rides. She began drawing animals and continued with art and riding. Always loved the outdoors, joined the marine corps, worked as ambulance crew and police and fire dispatcher, and trained horses. Now retired from 15 years...
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