Ellen Levine

Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

Virginia

Describes, in question and answer format, the great migration of immigrants to New York's Ellis Island, from the 1880s to 1914. Features quotes from children and adults who passed through the station.

If Your Name Was Changed at Ellis Island

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Kay Moore

If you lived at the time of the American Revolution
--What started the American Revolution?
--Did everyone take sides?
--Would you have seen a battle?

Before 1775, thirteen colonies in America belonged to England. This book tells about the fight to be free and independent.

Lived at the Time of the American Revolution

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If you lived at the time of the Civil War
--Would you have seen a battle?
--Did you continue to go to school?
--Was it hard to get food?

This book tells you what it was like to live at the time of the Civil War from 1861 to 1865.

If You Lived at the Time of the Civil War

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David C. King

History

Discover the Past with Fun Projects, Games, Activities, and Recipes

Now the kids of today can walk in the boots of wranglers of the Wild West. This new activity-packed addition to the American Kids in History Series transports readers to a cattle ranch near Cheyenne, deep in the Wyoming territory of the 1870s.

Wild West Days

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Discover the Past with Exciting Projects, Games, Activities, and Recipes

A collection of projects and activities that allow today's children to experience the daily life of American children during World War II by walking them through a year in the life of two very different fictional families - a family of Italian descent in San Francisco and a family with Scandinavian ancestry in Minnesota.

World War II Days

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Paul Dowswell

Heavy Hardcover (2 to 4 lbs)

Provides an illustrated account of the major events associated with the Second World War, including the bombing of Pearl Harbor, the Holocaust, the fall of Berlin, and the defeat of Japan.

Second world war - internet Linked

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Simon Adams

Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

Be an eyewitness to Titanic's maiden voyage, and watch triumph turn to tragedy as the luxury liner sinks to a watery grave. See Titanic's treasures that lay undiscovered for years. Discover the story behind the medals awarded to the crew of the Carpathia. Find out what happened to the captain of the Titanic. Book jacket.

Titanic

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Max Lucado

365 Devotions for Kids

Adapted from the bestselling devotional for adults, "Grace for the Moment: 365 Devotions for Kids" presents the message of God's grace in a way that children can understand. It's perfect for families to read together or for older readers to enjoy alone.

Grace for the Moment

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Federal Bureau of Investigation

A Centennial History 1908-2008

Traces the FBI's journey from fledgling startup to one of the most respected names in national security, taking you on a walk through the seven key chapters in Bureau history. It features overviews of more than 40 famous cases and an extensive collection of photographs.

The FBI

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Dan Green

Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

Music

"Based on an original concept by Toucan Books Ltd."--T.p. verso.

Basher Basics: Music

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R. L. LaFevers

In 1928, when timid ten-year-old Nate learns that his parents have been lost at sea, he joins his father's cousin on a flight to Arabia where they must oversee the death and rebirth of the phoenix, thus beginning his training as a "beastologist."

Flight of the Phoenix

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Daniel Partner

Going a step beyond Bible stories, this fun devotional book challenges children ages five to eight to stop and think about the meaning of each account. More than five dozen devotions are drawn from the breadth of Scripture-from the Creation to Revelation-and are brightly illustrated, in full color, for young readers' pleasure. Bible Devotions for Bedtime is perfect for parents wanting to spend spiritual "quality time" with their kids! It's an ideal follow up to Barbour's Bible Stories for Bedtime.

Bible Devotions for Bedtime

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Max Brallier

"It's the end of the world! Let your imagination run wild and see if you have what it takes to survive the monster-zombie apocalypse in this interactive guided journal. Includes the fully complete bestiary"--Page [4] of cover.

The Last Kids on Earth Survival Guide

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Alison Davies

Life Lessons from Our Feline Friends

Careful observation of the behavioral quirks of our favorite felines can actually be very revealing. From living in the moment, to trusting our sixth-sense instincts, to taking cat naps, and even going feral, there are real benefits to being more cat! In Be More Cat, Alison Davies explores nine key traits we can take on board to be more cat-like and live a happier, healthier, and all around 'feline fabulous' existence. With practical tips and exercises, interspersed with folklore and fun facts about our kitty gurus, there's something for everyone in this cute, fully illustrated guide!

Be More Cat

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Lisa Steele

Heavy Paperback (2 to 4 lbs)

Plans and Plants for You and Your Hens

Welcome to a world where chickens and gardens coexist!

Join Lisa Steele, chicken-keeper extraordinaire and founder of Fresh Eggs Daily, on a unique journey through the garden. Start by planning your garden and learning strategies and tips for keeping your plants safe while they grow. Plant with purpose, choosing from a dozen plans for theme gardens such as Orange Egg Yolks or Nesting Box Herbs. Or choose a design that's filled with edibles - sharing the bounty with your family and your feathered friends. Then comes the fun part: enjoy the harvest, even let the chickens graze!

Lisa's friendly writing, together with inspirational photos and illustrations, will have you rolling up your sleeves and reaching for your gardening tools. Lisa also covers a range of topics just for chicken-keepers, including:

- Chickens and composting

- Using chickens to aerate and till

- Coop window boxes

- Plants to avoid when you have chickens

- Lists of the most valuable crops and herbs

- Advice on how to harvest and use many of the plants

- And much more!

Whether you're an experienced chicken keeper, master gardener, or just getting into these two wonderful hobbies, Gardening with Chickens is an indispensable guide for a harmonious homestead.

Gardening with Chickens

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Sy Montgomery

Temple Grandin

Paperback (1 to 2 lbs)

How the Girl Who Loved Cows Embraced Autism and Changed the World

When Temple Grandin was born, her parents knew she was different. Years later she was diagnosed with autism. Temple’s doctor recommended institutionalizing her, but her mother believed in her. Temple went to school instead. Today, Dr. Temple Grandin,nbsp;a scientist and professor of animal science at Colorado State University, is an autism advocatenbsp;and hernbsp;world-changing career revolutionized the livestock industry. This compelling biography and Temple's personal photos take us inside her extraordinary mind and open the door to a broadernbsp;understanding of autism.

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Michael Levatino

Audrey Levatino

Grow Food, Raise Animals, and Enjoy a Sustainable Life

Presents information about how to set up and run a small farm for pleasure and profit.

The Joy of Hobby Farming

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Raising Happy, Healthy Ducks... Naturally

A guide to raising backyard ducks for eggs and companionship. Includes pictures and brief descriptions of various duck breeds and recipes using duck eggs.

Duck Eggs Daily

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Jane Chisholm

Illustrated in colour with maps and diagrams, the Usborne Book of World History Dates covers all the mos t important dates in world history from 9000 B.C. to the pre sent day. '

World History Dates

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Steve Sheinkin

Everything Your Schoolbooks Didn't Tell You about the American Revolution

New York Times bestselling author and Newbery Honor recipient Steve Sheinkin gives young readers an American history lesson they'll never forget in the fun and funny King George: What Was His Problem?: Everything Your Schoolbooks Didn't Tell You About the American Revolution, featuring illustrations by Tim Robinson.

A Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year
A New York Public Library 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing

What do the most famous traitor in history, hundreds of naked soldiers, and a salmon lunch have in common? They're all part of the amazing story of the American Revolution.

Entire books have been written about the causes of the American Revolution.
This isn't one of them.

What it is, instead, is utterly interesting, ancedotes (John Hancock fixates on salmon), from the inside out (at the Battle of Eutaw Springs, hundreds of soldiers plunged into battle "naked as they were born") close-up narratives filled with little-known details, lots of quotes that capture the spirit and voices of the principals ("If need be, I will raise one thousand men, subsist them at my own expense, and march myself at their head for the relief of Boston" --George Washington), and action. It's the story of the birth of our nation, complete with soldiers, spies, salmon sandwiches, and real facts you can't help but want to tell to everyone you know.

"For middle-graders who find Joy Hakim's 11-volume A History of US just too daunting, historian Sheinkin offers a more digestible version of our country's story...The author expertly combines individual stories with sweeping looks at the larger picture--tucking in extracts from letters, memorable anecdotes, pithy characterizations and famous lines with a liberal hand."--Kirkus Reviews

Also by Steve Sheinkin:

Bomb: The Race to Build--and Steal--the World's Most Dangerous Weapon
The Notorious Benedict Arnold: A True Story of Adventure, Heroism & Treachery
The Port Chicago 50: Disaster, Mutiny, and the Fight for Civil Rights
Undefeated: Jim Thorpe and the Carlisle Indian School Football Team
Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War
Which Way to the Wild West?: Everything Your Schoolbooks Didn't Tell You About Westward Expansion
Two Miserable Presidents: Everything Your Schoolbooks Didn't Tell You About the Civil War
Born to Fly: The First Women's Air Race Across America


King George: What Was His Problem?

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The American Songbook

Big Bands 

R. G. Grant

Discover fun facts about the greatest figures from history through Basher's fresh and unique illustration style.History doesn't just happen; it was created by a crazy crew of characters from way back when. Find out why Archimedes said "Eureka!" in the bathtub, how Thomas Edison changed the world, and whether or not Einstein's brain was bigger than an ordinary guy's. Discover what Abraham Lincoln, Gandhi, and Nelson Mandela did that made them famous for being so good, and what Attila the Hun, Hitler, and Stalin did that made them infamous for being so bad. Learn about great leaders like Charlemagne and George Washington and bold ones like Caesar and William the Conqueror. Superstars of History will feature fun text, loads of facts, and Basher's cool illustrations to bring history's greatest characters to life for 8 to12 year olds.

Superstars of History

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Brendan O'Brien

A spectacular tour of Ireland's history for younger readers, from the ice age to the present day. Beautifully illustrated and a great read, this award-winning book is essential for every classroom and library: as well as being the perfect gift! Available both as large format and pocket sized hardback.

The Story of Ireland

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Laura Overdeck

Math

Bedtime Math wants to change the way we introduce math to children: to make math a fun part of kids' everyday lives.

We all know it's wonderful to read bedtime stories to kids, but what about doing math? Many generations of Americans are uncomfortable with math and numbers, and too often we hear the phrase, "I'm just not good at math!" For decades, this attitude has trickled down from parents to their kids, and we now have a culture that finds math dry, intimidating, and just not cool.

Bedtime Math wants to change all that. Inside this book, families will find fun, mischief-making math problems to tackle--math that isn't just kid-friendly, but actually kid-appealing. With over 100 math riddles on topics from jalapeños and submarines to roller coasters and flamingos, this book bursts with math that looks nothing like school. And with three different levels of challenge (wee ones, little kids, and big kids), there's something for everyone. We can make numbers fun, and change the world, one Bedtime Math puzzle at a time.

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Ellen Levine

If Your Name Was Changed at Ellis Island

Kay Moore

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David C. King

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World War II Days

Paul Dowswell

Second world war - internet Linked

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Titanic

Max Lucado

Grace for the Moment

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Dan Green

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Flight of the Phoenix

Daniel Partner

Bible Devotions for Bedtime

Max Brallier

The Last Kids on Earth Survival Guide

Alison Davies

Be More Cat

Lisa Steele

Gardening with Chickens

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Temple Grandin

Michael Levatino; Audrey Levatino

The Joy of Hobby Farming

Lisa Steele

Duck Eggs Daily

Jane Chisholm

World History Dates

Steve Sheinkin

King George: What Was His Problem?

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Big Bands

R. G. Grant

Superstars of History

Brendan O'Brien

The Story of Ireland

Laura Overdeck

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