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The Nazi conspiracy : the secret plot to kill Roosevelt, Stalin, and Churchill
Meltzer, Brad, author.
It's 1943. Nazi Germany and its Axis power allies are ravaging Europe and the Pacific with a terrible war. At this juncture, President Franklin Roosevelt has one critical goal: a face-to-face meeting with his allies, Joseph Stalin and Winston Churchill. The first ever meeting of the "Big Three" is set to take place in Tehran, Iran, where the leaders of the three great superpowers will discuss and decide on some of the most crucial strategic details of the war. But when the Nazis learn about the meeting, they form their own secret, deadly plan: an assassination plot that would forever change history...if they're successful. This riveting true story, filled with daring rescues and high stakes intrigue, explains how this pivotal meeting in Tehran changed the course of World War II, and how the Nazi conspiracy to assassinate the Allied leaders nearly led to world-shattering disaster. Renowned authors Brad Meltzer and Josh Mensch bring their New York Times bestseller, The Nazi Conspiracy, to young readers for the first time with this action-packed page-turner that offers an informative overview of World War II and details the heart-pounding true story of the Nazi plot to assassinate Roosevelt, Stalin, and Churchill at the height of World War II.....
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White House secrets : medical lies and cover-ups
Jarrow, Gail, author.
Did you know President Woodrow Wilson suffered a paralyzing stroke that his wife and doctors concealed for months? Or that Mrs. Wilson took total charge of his presidential duties? Neither did the American public. Did you know President John F. Kennedy suffered from Addison’s disease and was heavily medicated for years? Neither did most people. Too often when a president is sick or dying, he and the people around him have hidden his condition from the public, wanting to project an image of strength and power. In this fascinating and provocative new installment in her acclaimed Medical Fiascoes series, author Gail Jarrow explores presidential cover-ups from the 19th to the 21st century—from James Garfield to Joe Biden. White House Secrets provides the historical context to help young readers understand issues of media literacy and presidential candor that are more relevant than ever in the 21st century.....
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Do not disturb : how to say no to your phone
Marshall, Brad, author.
"In Do Not Disturb, Brad Marshall and Lindsay Hassock share cutting-edge insights on how young people can unplug from their phones. Readers will discover the effects that their phone has on their brain and body. They'll find out how to create a relationship with their phone on their terms. They'll even establish simple, healthy screen time habits that stick."--Amazon.....
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American spirits : the famous Fox sisters and the mysterious fad that haunted a nation
Rosenstock, Barb, author.
Rap. Rap. Rap. The eerie sound was first heard in March of 1848 at the home of the Fox family in Hydesville, New York. The family’s two daughters, Kate and Maggie, soon discovered that they could communicate with the spirit that was making these uncanny noises; he told them he had been a traveling peddler who had been murdered. This strange incident, and the ones that followed, generated a media frenzy beyond anything the Fox sisters could have imagined. Kate and Maggie, managed (or perhaps manipulated) by their elder sister Leah, became famous spirit mediums, giving public exhibitions, and advising other celebrities of their day. But were the Fox sisters legitimate? In the years that followed their rise, the Civil War killed roughly 1 in 4 soldiers, increasing the demand for contacting the dead. However, media campaigns against the sisters gathered steam as well... ....
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Ours to tell : reclaiming Indigenous stories
Yellowhorn, Eldon, 1956- author.
A wide-ranging anthology that shines a light on untold Indigenous stories as chronicled by Indigenous creators, compiled by the acclaimed team behind Turtle Island and Sky Wolf's Call. For too long, stories and artistic expressions from Indigenous people have been written and recorded by others, not by the individuals who have experienced the events. In Ours to Tell, sixteen Indigenous creators relate traditions, accounts of historical events, and their own lived experiences. Novelists, poets, graphic artists, historians, craftspeople, and mapmakers chronicle stories on the struggles and triumphs lived by Indigenous people, and the impact these stories have had on their culture and history. Some of the profiles included are: Indigenous poet E. Pauline Johnson, acclaimed novelist Tommy Orange, brave warrior Standing Bear, poet and activist Rita Joe. With each profile accompanied by rich visuals, from archival photos to contemporary art, Ours to Tell brilliantly spotlights Indigenous life, past and present, through an Indigenous lens. Because each profile gives an historical and cultural context, what emerges is a history of Indigenous people.....
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We need to talk about divorce
Scharff, Kate, author.
This book provides information and guidance for children experiencing parental separation or divorce. It addresses common concerns such as adjusting to life in two households, managing divided loyalties, and adapting when parents begin new relationships. Emphasizing open communication between children and caregivers, the author offers strategies to help young readers express their feelings and ask questions. Illustrated throughout, the book is intended for children aged 10 and older and may be read independently or with an adult.....
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White lies : how the South lost the Civil War, then rewrote the history
Bausum, Ann, author.
Warning: this is not your average U.S. history book. When the Civil War ended, the Confederates may have laid down their arms, but they were far from accepting defeat. Instead, they distorted the facts about what had happened, creating an alternate version of history. This false narrative is known as the Lost Cause. Some lies of the Lost Cause: Slavery was a compassionate institution. The Civil War wasn't fought over slavery; it was all about states' rights. The Ku Klux Klan nobly protected White people during Reconstruction. These lies still influence textbooks, popular culture, public policy, and more -- often in hidden and surprising ways. This book will address twenty lies of the Lost Cause and set the record straight. Dive in to learn the true history of the Civil War and its complex, far-reaching aftermath. Are you ready to begin?....
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Beyond the board : the untold story of the world's most daring big wave surfer
Gabeira, Maya, author.
From surfing legend Maya Gabeira comes this awe-inspiring memoir for teens about chartering your own course and making waves. Beyond the Board is the untold story of living legend Maya Gabeira, who -- at 25 -- broke her back and went on not only to recover but to hold the record for highest wave conquered by any big-wave surfer in the 2019-2020 winter season. Maya has been heralded as one of the top surfers of her generation, male or female -- a legend in the making. But who is the ferocious personality beyond the board? Maya's memoir will chronicle her journey from a determined yet anxiety-plagued adolescent to the indomitable champion, Guinness World Record-holder, and role model she is today. Often called "Super Woman of surfing," Maya didn't pick up a board until age 15; before that, she was a ballet dancer. Just two years later, she left her home in Rio de Janeiro in order to chase waves around the world, toting a single backpack and waiting tables to get by. As a teen, Maya carved her own path, and her story is a remarkable one: a passion-driven young woman who learned never to flinch -- even in the face of death.....
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Eminem
Siegel, Aidan, author.
Listen up! It's Eminem, the intense and provocative hip-hop artist. Part biography, part song lyric collection, this music-fueled title for high school readers celebrates the rapper's journey and voice. In hip-hop music, the artist’s voice is front and center. This pop culture collection for age 12 and up showcases the lives and genius of rappers, singer-songwriters, and vocalists such as Cardi B, Drake, and Kendrick Lamar. Song lyrics accompany biographical tales, spotlighting the themes and styles that define each artist’s impact on the diverse world of hip-hop. Immerse yourself in the hot musical talent of intense and provocative rapper Eminem. This contemporary music title merges biographical tales with song lyrics and direct quotes, revealing this award-winning, influential artist's exceptional journey and trailblazing style. High school readers will delve into his life, dissect his voice, and understand his impact on hip-hop, pop culture, and the world. Evocative design and lyrical selections make for engrossing reading. Includes a selected discography and index.....
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Nicki Minaj
Berry, Michael Judson, author.
Immerse yourself in the hot musical talent of outspoken and empowering rapper Nicki Minaj. This contemporary music title merges biographical tales with song lyrics and direct quotes, revealing this award-winning, influential artist's exceptional journey and trailblazing style. High school readers will delve into her life, dissect her voice, and understand her impact on hip-hop, pop culture, and the world. Evocative design and lyrical selections make for engrossing reading.....
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Kendrick Lamar
Jones, Casey DW, author.
In hip-hop music, the artist’s voice is front and center. This pop culture collection for age 12 and up showcases the lives and genius of rappers, singer-songwriters, and vocalists such as Cardi B, Drake, and Kendrick Lamar. Song lyrics accompany biographical tales, spotlighting the themes and styles that define each artist’s impact on the diverse world of hip-hop. Immerse yourself in the hot musical talent of thought-provoking rapper Kendrick Lamar. This contemporary music title merges biographical tales with song lyrics and direct quotes, revealing this award-winning, influential artist's exceptional journey and trailblazing style. High school readers will delve into his life, dissect his voice, and understand his impact on hip-hop, pop culture, and the world.....
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Cardi B
Clark, Trey, author.
In hip-hop music, the artist’s voice is front and center. This pop culture collection for age 12 and up showcases the lives and genius of rappers, singer-songwriters, and vocalists such as Cardi B, Drake, and Kendrick Lamar. Song lyrics accompany biographical tales, spotlighting the themes and styles that define each artist’s impact on the diverse world of hip-hop. Immerse yourself in the hot musical talent of wildly charismatic rapper Cardi B. This contemporary music title merges biographical tales with song lyrics and direct quotes, revealing this award-winning, influential artist's exceptional journey and trailblazing style. High school readers will delve into her life, dissect her voice, and understand her impact on hip-hop, pop culture, and the world. Evocative design and lyrical selections make for engrossing reading. ....
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