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Sick! : the twists and turns behind animal germs
Author(s):
Montgomery, Heather L.
Leigh, Lindsey,
Description:
Follow the scientists, around the world and into their labs, who are studying animals and the germs that attack them (3/5)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 591.5 Mon
Beasts of the ancient world : a kids' guide to mythical creatures, from the sphinx to the minotaur, dragons to baku
Author(s):
Ward, Marchella, 1991-
Orlando, Asia,
Description:
Many legendary tales are told about beasts. Whether they are dangerous to humans like the chimera, or kind and helpful like the unicorn, mythical creatures fly, swim, stomp, and slither throughout the world of myth. Dive into 23 illustrated stories from around the world and learn more about the creatures they came from, with more than 100 illustrations and photos of incredible creatures. (3/5)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 398.2454 War
Can't get enough cat stuff : fun facts, awesome info, cool games, silly jokes, and more!
Author(s):
Grunbaum, Mara
Mensah, Bernard
Description:
For animal lovers who are absolutely obsessed with everything cats, this book has it all: mind-blowing facts; tons of breeds; superfun games; hands-on activities; hilarious cat jokes; and fascinating research, such as how cats manage to (almost) always land on their feet. (3/5)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 636.8 Gru
Stitch-by-stitch
Author(s):
Description:
Stitch by Stitch will make young crafters aged 7-11 become confident at sewing projects, from stitched felt flowers to a cute crocheted bag. They will discover how to knit a simple doll's scarf and find out how to create a colorful patchwork cushion. (3/5)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 746.4 Bul
Remember this : the fascinating world of memory
Author(s):
Polak, Monique
Goulet, Valéry,
Description:
This illustrated nonfiction book for middle-grade readers explores the art and science of memory, and what it can tell us about ourselves and the world we live in. (3/5)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 153.1 Pol
Arboretum
Author(s):
Kirkham, Tony
Scott, Katie,
Description:
Trees are some of nature's most majestic and beguiling life forms. Arboretum is a beautifully illustrated celebration of trees from around the world, and sheds light on the vital role they play in every part of human life. From trees associated with ancient mythology, to the rarest and most unusual specimens, wander the arboretum and meet mighty oaks and towering redwoods. Learn just how ancient trees like the ginko and monkey puzzler are, and trace the complexities of the wood wide web.
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 582.16 Kir
The story of Sojourner Truth : a biography book for new readers
Author(s):
Clark, Anita Crawford
Douglas, Simone,
Description:
Sojourner Truth, born Isabella Baumfree, was one of the most important leaders in the anti-slavery movement. Before she fought for freedom and changed American history, she was a young enslaved girl who wanted a better life for herself and for all Black people. She overcame many incredible challenges as she bravely stood up for equality and justice. (3/11)
Format:
Call Number:
JB Tru
Elephants : living large
Author(s):
Viola, Jason
Koch, Falynn,
Description:
You'll never forget elephants! With their massive size, floppy ears, twisting trunks, and long tusks, elephants have so much to love! And the more you get to know them--about their clever minds and caring hearts--the more you realize humans and elephants have a lot in common! (3/11)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 599.67 Vio
This day in history for kids : 1,001 remarkable moments & fascinating facts
Author(s):
Description:
Pick a date--any date!--flip to that page, and take an instant trip through history--no time machine required! This treasure trove of historical facts from The HISTORY channel takes you on a journey through the most incredible events that have shaped our world. (Psst. Check out what happened on your birthday!) (3/11)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 909 Bov
Make your mark, make a difference : a kid's guide to standing up for people, animals, and the planet
Author(s):
Description:
Kids today are more aware than ever of the issues that impact people, animals, and the planet, but getting involved can be an overwhelming prospect. Make Your Mark, Make a Difference: A Kid's Guide to Standing Up for People, Animals, and the Planet provides middle grade readers with tools to help them become informed and effective activists with an approach that offers hope and perspective. From Black Lives Matter to climate change, the book leads readers through an overview of issues, essential human rights background, and stories of how other young activists tackle local, national, and international problems. Readers will discover a multitude of ways to build change and learn that every contribution matters (3/11)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 303.4 Gal
Bird girl : Gene Stratton-Porter shares her love of nature with the world
Author(s):
Esbaum, Jill
Gibbon, Rebecca,
Description:
Gene Stratton-Porter was a farm girl who fell in love with birds, from the chickens whose eggs she collected to the hawks that preyed on them. When she grew up, Gene wanted nothing more than to share her love of birds with the world. She wrote stories about birds, but when a magazine wanted to publish them next to awkward photos of stuffed birds, she knew she had to take matters into her own hands. Teaching herself photography, Gene began to take photos of birds in the wild. Her knowledge of birds and how to approach them allowed her to get so close you could count the feathers of the birds in her photos. Her work was unlike anything Americans had ever seen before--she captured the true lives of animals in their natural habitat. A pioneering wildlife photographer and one of the most popular authors of the early 20th century, this bird girl showed the world the beauty of nature and why it was worth preserving.(3/11)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
JB Str
The fishing encyclopedia
Author(s):
McKinney, Donna B. (Donna Bowen)
Description:
The Fishing Encyclopedia provides a detailed examination of recreational fishing. Alongside information about the different types of fishing and fishing gear, readers will learn about commonly fished species, rules and regulations, and the importance of conservation and safety. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index. (3/11)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 799.1 McK
Universal guide to the night sky
Author(s):
Harvey-Smith, Lisa
Beer, Sophie,
Description:
Wherever you are in this world, in the Northern or Southern hemisphere, in the city or a remote region, Universal Guide to the Night Sky takes you through the remarkable features of planet Earth's starry sky. Receive a personal tour through the wonders of the universe from astrophysicist Lisa Harvey-Smith. Explore comets and meteors, stars, planets, and moons. Find galaxies and glowing gas clouds. Spot supernovae and enjoy eclipses. Learn everything you need to know about binoculars, telescopes, and photographing the stars. You will never look up at the night sky in the same way again. (4/3)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 520 Har
My first sewing machine : 30 fun projects kids will love to make
Author(s):
Bijasson, Coralie
Turbé, Dominique,
Description:
Ideal for creative kids aged 7+, this fun colorful book contains 30 must-make sewing projects, all easy to customize and perfect for making independently or with an adult.
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 646.2 Bij
Mysterious, marvelous octopus
Author(s):
Description:
This playful picture book introduces young readers to the fascinating world of octopuses big and small, ink-squirting and shape-shifting, all around the planet. With their super smarts and awe-inspiring abilities, octopuses have captivated human imaginations. This book is a celebration of all things weird and wonderful about these beloved creatures--with their eight arms, nine brains, and one-of-a-kind personalities. Inside, find lyrical poetry paired with informational sidebars--perfect for a charming bedtime read or for pouring over for in-depth octopus info. Gorgeous photos of real octopuses give kids an up-close-and-personal glimpse of the sensational cephalopods--from the utterly adorable Dumbo octopus to the stunning blue-ringed octopus-and their incredible habitats and body parts. (4/2)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 594.56 Tow
Dinosaur knowledge genius!
Author(s):
Barker, Chris (Chris Tijani),
Black, Riley,
Description:
A collection of information on dinosaurs. Readers are challenged with fifty picture quizzes. (4/3)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 567.9 Bar
The Bridges Yuri built
Author(s):
Williams, Kai Naima,
Williams, Anastasia Magloire,
Description:
Growing up an Asian-American in Southern California during the Interwar period, Yuri Kochiyama joined clubs and volunteered to better her community, a drive that lasted her entire life. After being imprisoned in the Japanese camps during WWII, Yuri could only find jobs and acceptance within other minority communities, and living in Harlem drove her to fight for justice, supporting the Civil Rights movement by connecting activists in various parties with each other, building bridges until the very end of her life. (4/2)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
JB Koc
The year of the puppy : how a puppy becomes your dog
Author(s):
Horowitz, Alexandra
Frank, Catherine
Description:
Part science, part adventure, a dog scientist presents a deep study of her own puppy Quid from birth until her first birthday, inviting readers to observe Quid's development week to week and revealing what it's really like to be a puppy.(4/16)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 636.7 Hor
The monarch effect : surviving poison, predators, and people
Author(s):
Description:
With their stunning black-and-orange wings, monarch butterflies are one of the most recognizable insects on the planet. But despite their delicate beauty, these creatures are warriors. The moment they hatch, they're fighting for their lives. Everything is the enemy: from the very leaf they live on to the humans and animals around them to nature itself. How does such a tiny egg survive to become a butterfly? And even after emerging from the cocoon, unimaginable danger awaits: migration. Every year, monarchs take flight, making one of the greatest migrations in the world. However, for a long time, their destination was unknown within the scientific community. Through the research of scientists in Canada and the United States and the support and efforts of ordinary people as well as Indigenous knowledge in Mexico, that mystery was finally solved. But to do so would involve years of searching across three countries and encounters with feuding scientists, the consequences of colonialism, and life-and-death stakes. (4/16)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 595.78 Chu
Pokémon : The complete Pokémon pocket guide. Volume 1.
Author(s):
Description:
The first volume of a two-book set, organized by Pokédex number, includes data on 442 Pokémon, from Bulbasaur to Spiritomb! Plus details on many regional, Gigantamax, and Meg Evolution forms! (4/23)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 794.85 Pok
Kid-ventors : 35 real kids and their amazing inventions
Author(s):
Pew, Kailei
Wright, Shannon
Description:
From Popsicles and swim fins to robots and glitter shooting prosthetics, this middle grade nonfiction debut is full of fun and inspiring stories about real kid inventors and some of their most amazing inventions. (4/23)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 609.2 Pew
Puzzled : a memoir of growing up with OCD
Author(s):
Description:
Pan Cooke is ten years old when anxious thoughts begin to take over his brain like pieces of an impossible puzzle. What if he blurts out a swear word while in church? What if he accidentally writes something mean in his classmate's get-well card? What if his friend's racy photo of a supermodel ends up in his own homework and is discovered by his teacher? More and more, he becomes hijacked by fears that can only be calmed through exhausting, time-consuming rituals. Pan has no way of knowing that this anxiety puzzle and the stressful attempts to solve it are evidence of a condition called Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. This is his story of living with and eventually learning about OCD. Told with endearing honesty and humor, Puzzled shows the reader the importance of empathy for oneself and those going through something they don't yet understand. (4/23)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
JB Coo
Marvel Studios character encyclopedia
Author(s):
Description:
Newly revised and updated with more than 200 characters, this action-packed guide takes readers deep into the Marvel Cinematic Universe where they'll discover the strengths, superpowers, friends, allies, weapons and more of their favorite heroes or villains. Includes characters from the Marvel Studios films starting with Iron Man (2008) up through Guardians of the Galaxy 3 (2023). (4/23)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 791.43 Bra
The lost forest : an unexpected discovery beneath the waves
Author(s):
Description:
Take a deep dive with scientists exploring a sunken cypress forest that had been undisturbed in the Gulf of Mexico for fifty thousand years. Page Plus links lead to videos of the scientists at work. (4/23)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 577.7 Swa
Children's encyclopedia of prehistoric life
Author(s):
Description:
This book charts a history from the origins of life and the Age of the Dinosaurs, to the rise of the mammals and the Ice Age. (4/23)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 560 Dix
The magnificent book of monkeys and apes
Author(s):
Taylor, Barbara, 1954-
Treadwell, Simon,
Description:
Journey into rainforests, across grassy plains, and up snowy mountains to meet the extraordinary monkeys and apes that live there. From the tiny pygmy marmoset to the huge Western lowland gorilla, this book showcases some of the world's most extraordinary monkeys and apes through stunning illustrations. Meet the acrobatic Siamang gibbon, the owl monkey that only comes out at night, and the clever orangutan that makes its own tools. Intriguing facts accompany every illustration, so you can learn why the proboscis monkey goes swimming, how the bonnet macaque makes its own medicine, and why the bald uakari's face is bright pink. Discover all these facts and more in this wonderful keepsake that you will revisit time and time again. (4/23)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 599.88 Tay
