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Female indigenous heroes : 51 North American women from the 1800s to today
Phillips, Katrina M., author.
Discover the stories and achievements of 51 Native and Indigenous women from history and today! This collection of biographies for kids explores the lives of North American Indigenous women from different backgrounds, different life experiences, and different eras who achieved amazing things in art, science, medicine, sports, and more. Learn how their talent, passion, and determination have been an inspiration to others and helped to change the world.....
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The big book of useless history knowledge : 250 of the coolest, weirdest, and most unbelievable history facts you won't be taught in school
An encyclopedia of mind-bogglingly random history facts that will lodge in your brain and refuse to leave. In this compendium of obscure facts, readers will be treated to baffling history knowledge they would never learn at school. Broken into chapters including royals and leaders, sports, and food, a team of experts has scoured the margins to find the silliest and most pointless history facts that the world has to offer. Accompanied by hilarious illustrations, kids will meet characters like Wojtek the orphaned bear cub who was enlisted in the Polish army, discover which famous explorer used his own poop to help him escape during a blizzard, and learn why hot cross buns were believed to keep away evil spirits. They will also unearth completely useless information, including which US city held a funeral for 30,000 pizzas.....
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Hammers, drills, & wrenches
Vestergaard, Hope, author.
From hammers to hand drills to screwdrivers to saws, these fresh, invitingly illustrated poems, each highlighting a different hand tool in the shed, will engage aspiring carpenters and curious kids. Tools are like an extra set of hands. Tools can make building, creating, and fixing things go smoothly. The right tool for a tricky job can even keep you safe. So put on your safety goggles and watch a parade of hand tools tackle some very special jobs!....
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The Declaration decoded : a guide to the document that inspired our nation
Kennedy, Katie, 1963- author.
“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal; that they are endowed by their creator with certain unalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness...” So begins the Declaration of Independence, the fabled 1776 document in which a group of men in a distant colony of the British Empire declared their freedom from that Empire -- and thus changed the world. But WERE “all men created equal”? What are “unalienable rights”? And how did these men come to write this document anyway? In the style of Katie Kennedy’s acclaimed THE CONSTITUTION DECODED and THE PRESIDENTS DECODED, this fascinating book goes through the Declaration sentence by sentence and idea by idea. Readers will gain a deep understanding of not only the basic meaning of the Founders’ now-arcane language, but the historical background against which the Declaration was written, the situations that animated it (especially its 27 distinctly modern “grievances” against King George III), and the powerful arguments it makes about government, rights, responsibilities, and freedoms—arguments that we’re still having 250 years later. (They'll also discover fun facts: That "unalienable" was probably a typo!) An essential guide for any student or teacher of civics and American history, or any patriotic American, THE DECLARATION DECODED brings this powerful text to life for a new generation.....
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All about us : 20 true tales of courage and disability
Leavitt, Hannalora, author
This illustrated nonfiction book for middle-grade readers features profiles of twenty kids and adults who live with disabilities. Meet 20 inspiring people living with disability today! Stefan Daniel is a Paralympian who began competing when he was 16 and won Canada’s first paratriathlon medal in 2016. Zamaan Jivraj, aka The Granola Kid, launched an online granola company and doesn’t let his diagnosis of Down syndrome define him. Stella Bartlett is a teen singer and performer from CBC’s Ukulele U, where she was the only performer on the show with a disability. From journalists to NASA scientists to TikTok stars and kidpreneurs, young readers will be introduced to people who were born with a disability and others who became disabled because of illness or an accident. All About Us explores the basic categories of disability: intellectual, sensory, physical and invisible. Readers will discover how every disability, whether it’s deafness, blindness or neurodiversity, has its own unique set of adaptations to help manage the tasks of daily life. No two blind people, intellectually challenged people or people who use wheelchairs are the same.....
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No brain the same : neurodivergent young activists shaping our future
Through powerful poems, this book honors neurodivergent youth activists transforming their communities and invites kids to act -- continuing the spirit of No Voice Too Small and No World Too Big. Featuring Billie Eilish, Dara McAnulty, and Ly Xīnzhèn M. Zhangsūn Brown, these fourteen poems spotlight fourteen neurodivergent activists, whogan their work when they were young and continue it now, changing systems, politics, policies, and more. The book features poems written by poets who have something in common with each activist. Additional text goes into detail about each activist's life and how readers can get involved.....
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The official National Geographic Kids survival guide
Beer, Julie (Children's author), author.
From the experts of exploration at National Geographic, this practical, wide-ranging wilderness survival guide gives kids the know-how to start a fire, build a shelter, escape an avalanche, and so much more! Do you have what it takes to be a National Geographic Explorer? In this handy adventure guidebook, readers will gain all the necessary survival know-how needed to make it in the wild. They’ll learn practical skills, like how to pack their bag, pitch a tent, navigate using the stars, and identify toxic plants. And they’ll learn to keep their cool in unlikely but harrowing situations like a flash flood or blackout. Brimming with real world, kid-tested scenarios, this book will build the reader's confidence to explore the great outdoors through easy-to-read chunks of text and photographic step-by-step instructions. National Geographic Explorers will even share their knowledge and expertise with each journey! Whether you're heading out on an adventure or dreaming of one, each chapter features tips and tricks required in every setting from the mountains and forests to the oceans and desert, and even at home! So what are you waiting for? It's time to explore!....
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My very first baking book : joyful recipes to make together!
Kartes, Danielle, author.
This baking book introduces little chefs to simple recipes they can execute (mostly) on their own! Written by expert food blogger, Danielle Kartes, this is the first baking book every aspiring chef should own! Family time in the kitchen is special. Celebrate all the joyful moments in the kitchen with your little chef with this baking book! Adding a baking book is the perfect companion to Danielle's kids cookbook. This kid-friendly cookbook includes everything you need to create the moments you'll remember forever: More than 45 fun and simple kid-friendly recipes for breakfast, special occasions, or just an after school snack. Tips to personalize each recipe to make your time in the kitchen special. Conversation starters, ideas for making joyful memories together, and even some silly jokes! Make every day a celebration with My Very First Baking Book!....
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How to survive in the age of knights : a handy guide to defending your castle, dodging the Black Death, and mastering the mayhem of the Middle Ages
Joyce, Jaime, author.
Introduces readers to daily life in medieval Europe through a humorous survival guide format. Explores topics including castles, warfare, knights, jousting, law and punishment, medicine, disease, and living conditions while presenting historical information based on current scholarship. Includes practical-style advice designed to engage young readers in learning about the Middle Ages.....
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Let's go rock collecting
Baker, Laura, 1983- author.
Explore the world beneath our feet with this fascinating rock-collecting guide that teaches kids everything they need to know to become an expert rock collector... Learn all about rocks, discover rocks from around the world, understand the do's and don'ts of rock collecting and find and identify rocks with this practical and portable book for budding geologists. This is the ultimate activity guide to encourage kids to get outside and interact with our amazing planet.....
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Terrifying true tales
Towler, Paige, author.
Some scary stories are more than just tall tales... This book is not for the faint of heart…but for those brave enough, a bone-chilling, globe-trotting adventure awaits. Filled with gripping photography and mind-boggling facts that reveal the history and science behind the curiosities of our world, PLUS a foreword written by bestselling author and king of creep R.L. Stine, this book is ideal for storytelling by flashlight around a campfire, throwing into a backpack to share at a sleepover, or—if you dare—reading alone under your covers. (But reader beware: Don’t forget to check under the bed before turning the page…) In these pages, you’ll: *Roam the crumbling, skull-filled catacombs of Paris *Come face to face with an island full of real dragons *Hear haunting stories from history—from the “vampire epidemic” in New England to an epic (and gruesome) ship mutiny off the coast of Australia *Puzzle over unsolved mysteries, from UFO sightings to whole cities that have simply … vanished *Shiver at modern retellings of classic scary stories and urban legends—and learn the truth behind the terror.....
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Friendship bracelets
Williams, Victoria (Science writer), author.
A helpful, clearly-illustrated guide to making friendship bracelets for beginners. Discover lots of different, simple techniques for making friendship bracelets from your own yarn, string or thread. Includes instructions for making cardboard weaving wheels for super-easy bracelets, and suggestions for simple ways to create different patterns and designs, weave in beads, and finish the ends. There is also a handy guide to what materials you can use.....
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Shoes! : a footwear fashion frolic
Davies, Anna (Writer on type), author.
From the sandals of Ancient Rome to the towering heels of Vivienne Westwood; a phenomenal frolic through footwear fashion... "They went into my closets looking for skeletons, but thank God, all they found were shoes, beautiful shoes." - Imelda Marcos Lace up your boots and take a journey through the rich history of footwear. Shoes tell stories about their wearers - who they are, where they come from and how they want to be seen. Over the years, these stories and footwear styles have evolved. From André Perugia's surrealist creations of the 1940s to Terry de Havilland's iconic 1970s wedges, and the famous rivalry between the Dassler brothers that birthed Adidas and Puma, this book showcases the most captivating tales and personalities in shoe design throughout history. With stunning illustrations by award-winning Daisy Wynter, reminiscent of fellow shoe lover Andy Warhol's style, this book is a delightful addition to any fashion or footwear enthusiast's collection, whether they're 6 or 60.....
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Ocean explorer : a search-and-find book
Jackson, Carlee, author.
Head to the depths of our oceans and spot over 150 incredible sea creatures in this search-and-find book. There are millions of creatures hiding in the depths of our oceans! In this beautiful search-and-find book, kids will snorkel around a coral reef, swim along a mangrove, and explore a shipwreck as they have fun for hours searching for sea creatures. Vibrant illustrations by Hannah Abbo make for beautiful underwater scenes. As kids pore over the details, they'll dive deeper and deeper within our oceans and discover habitats from around the world. Will they be able to spot the sea turtle hatchlings making a dash for the sea? Or the nurse shark having a snooze in the coral reef? How about the narwhals peeking through ice in the Arctic? Kids will also learn that epaulette sharks can "walk", how a rainbow sea slug defends itself against predators, and why honeycomb eels have two sets of jaws! In this beautifully illustrated book kids will discover the diversity and richness of Earth's oceans.....
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Where's dragon in his castle?
MacPhail, David, author.
Cross the moat, pass through the gatehouse and dodge flying arrows as you journey back in time on a search-and-find history adventure! Blaze the Dragon guides you through the fascinating world of medieval times - where lords, ladies and even wizards roam. Discover how castles were built, how knights fought and the secrets of magic and medicine. From the grand fortress of Dragon Castle to the bustling castle kitchens, the dark dungeon and beyond the castle walls to noble hunting grounds, there are 12 illustrated scenes to search, and ten medieval characters to spot in every location.....
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