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The people remember
by Ibi Aanu Zoboi
This beautifully illustrated, powerful tribute recounts the journey of African descendants in America by connecting their history to the seven principles of Kwanzaa. 12/22
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Africa, amazing Africa : Country by Country
by Atinuke
A Nigerian storyteller explores the continent of Africa, country by country, evoking each continent’s unique blend of modern and traditional, in this fascinating book complete with colorful maps, an index and patterned and textured illustrations. 2/22
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What was the Harlem Renaissance?
by Sherri L. Smith
This illustrated addition to the What Was…? series traces Harlem’s history all the way back to its 17th-century roots, explaining how the early 20th-century Great Migration brought African Americans from the deep South to New York City and gave birth to the golden years of the Harlem Renaissance. 1/22
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Prisoners of geography : our world explained in 12 simple maps
by Emily Hawkins
An abridged edition for young readers of Tim Marshall's "Prisoners of geography" explains the geopolitical strategies and histories of twelve world regions, showing how the physical characteristics of these regions affect their strengths and vulnerabilities, and the decisions made by their leaders. 1/22
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Art of Protest : Creating, Discovering, and Activating Art for Your Revolution
by De Nichols
From Keith Haring to Extinction Rebellion, the civil rights movement to Black Lives Matter, what does a revolution look like? Discover the power of words and images in this thought-provoking look at protest art by highly acclaimed artivist De Nichols. From the psychedelic typography used in "Make Love Not War" posters of the '60s to the solitary raised fist, some of the most memorable and striking protest artwork from across the world and throughout history deserves a long, hard look. Readers can explore each piece of art to understand how color, symbolism, technique, and typography play an important role in communication. 1/22
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The people shall continue
by Simon J. Ortiz
The People Shall Continue was originally published in 1977. It is a story of Indigenous peoples of the Americas, specifically in the US, as they endeavor to live on lands they have known to be their traditional homelands from time immemorial. Even though the prairies, mountains, valleys, deserts, river bottomlands, forests, coastal regions, swamps and other wetlands across the nation are not as vast as they used to be, all of the land is still considered to be the homeland of the people. 12/21
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Mambo Mucho Mambo!: The Dance that Crossed Color Lines
by Dean Robbins
Millie danced to jazz in her Italian neighborhood. Pedro danced to Latin songs in his Puerto Rican neighborhood. It was the 1940s in New York City, and they were forbidden to dance together...until first a band and then a ballroom broke the rules. Machito and His Afro-Cubans hit the scene with a brand-new sound, blending jazz trumpets and saxophones with Latin maracas and congas creating Latin jazz, music for the head, the heart, and the hips. Then the Palladium Ballroom issued a bold challenge to segregation and threw open its doors to all. Illustrated with verve and told through real-life characters who feature in an afterword, Mambo Mucho Mambo! portrays the power of music and dance to transcend racial, religious, and ethnic boundaries. 12/21
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National Geographic kids almanac 2022
by National Geographic Kids
Complemented by activities, jokes and comics, a latest annual edition of the best-selling student almanac provides practical reference materials, fully updated maps and a new chapter on how to reduce personal plastic waste. 12/1
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What is the coronavirus disease COVID-19?
by Michael Burgan
The coronavirus disease COVID-19 emerged in November 2019. By March 2020, cities all around the world closed schools, offices, restaurants, and other public spaces deemed "non-essential" in an attempt to contain the fast-spreading virus. People struggled to follow government orders, stay indoors, and limit contact with others. But the virus that caused one of the world's deadliest pandemics eventually killed over two million people worldwide. This is the story of how COVID-19 changed the world seeminglyovernight, and forever. 12/1
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Snoozefest : The Surprising Science of Sleep
by Tanya Lloyd Kyi
Perfect for tweens and teens, this revealing look at the science of sleep explores mysteries about sleep such as why we need sleep, why we dream and how long can we go without sleep. 12/1
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Plagues and pandemics
by Kate Messner
From the Black Death to COVID-19, this nonfiction book smashes everything you thought you knew about history and delivers the whole truth about diseases, using a mix of sidebars, illustrations, photos and graphic panels. 12/1
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Where is the Bermuda Triangle?
by Megan Stine
Who doesn't love a great mystery? This book presents the eerie accidents and unexplained disappearances that have occurred in the region known as the Bermuda Triangle. Even before it was named, the Bermuda Triangle--roughly bounded by Miami, Bermuda, and Puerto Rico--had gained a mythic reputation. The Bermuda Triangle became famous for making boats and ships vanish, and for snatching planes right out of the sky. But are these stories true? And if they are true, is there a more sensible reason that refutes the bad karma of the region? With so many mystifying events to learn about, readers will love disappearing into this story. 12/1
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Tracking tortoises : the mission to save a Galápagos giant
by Kate Messner
Take a journey to the Galápagos Islands to see Galápagos giant tortoises up close and discover how cutting-edge technology is helping scientists study and protect these gentle giants. Page Plus links in the book lead to videos of scientists in the field. 12/1
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Everything awesome about space and other galactic facts
by Mike Lowery
Perfect for fans of Dog Man who love nonfiction, this is the definitive, go-to book about everything AWESOME you EVER wanted to know about all things outer space. Uncover a wealth of weird, wacky, and wild facts about our universe, from planets to supernovas to space travel and everything in-between, told in Mike Lowery's signature, acclaimed comic style with bright and energetic artwork, fresh framing devices, and hilarious jokes. 12/1
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Kookaburra
by Claire Saxby
The team behind Dingo returns with a lyrically told, beautifully illustrated exploration of another unique Australian animal: the laughing kookaburra. 12/21
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My book of butterflies
by Geraldo Valério
"This stunning exploration of butterflies from around the world is a companion to My Book of Birds. Geraldo Valério grew up in Brazil, watching white butterflies visit the vegetable patch behind his house. As he got older, he learned more about these unique and beautiful insects, which can be found on every continent except Antarctica. In this gorgeous album, Geraldo presents his favorite butterfly species from around the world. Paint and paper collage illustrations show the butterflies in flight, sipping nectar, laying eggs and resting among flowers and foliage. The text provides fascinating information about each species -- from familiar Monarchs and Giant Swallowtails, to dazzling Blue Morphos and tiny Snowflakes, from beautifully patterned European Peacocks to endangered Queen Alexandra's Birdwings. Colorful endpapers, showing the butterflies as caterpillars and chrysalides, complete this beautiful book for budding young naturalists. 11/21
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Antarctica : a continent of wonder
by Mario Cuesta Hernando
Antarctica was only discovered 200 years ago and since its discovery, explorers, sailors, and scientists have been travelling to the world's only uninhabited continent to learn all they can about its icy environment. This book follows the story of a group of researchers on their half-year stay in Antarctica. 11/21
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Animals : The Big Book of Disgusting Animal Facts
by Kev Payne
Did you know that seals supposedly have the stinkiest farts in the world? Or that some creepy-crawlies use their poop as a shield so that they don't get eaten? Learn about all the gross things animals do, with this fantastically gruesome factbook! Focusing on a range of animals, from creepy critters to foul fish, and what makes them so truly terrible, Gross and Ghastly: Animals is a stomach churning journey that delves into the despicable animal kingdom. Dive down to the depths of the ocean and discoverwhy puffer fish inflate. Explore the Amazon rainforest and see if you can spot the poison dart frog, one of the most toxic animals on earth. Packed full of facts, puzzles, and games, young readers are sure to learn something exciting about their favoriteanimals. Including delightfully disgusting illustrations, this is a must-have for every young animal-lover or 6-9 year old who loves a bit of toilet humor! 11/21
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Humongous fungus
by Lynne Boddy
Inhabiting a whole kingdom of their own, fungi can be found in every ecosystem. They carpet the forest floor, and hidden fungi decompose matter, feed plants, and affect how animals function. Their beautiful mushrooms come in all colors, shapes, and sizes. From the villains of the possible extinction of bananas to plastic-eating eco-warriors, there are more than 1.5 million fungus species, and a huge, unknown number of unnamed 'dark' types. Touching on topics of conservation and the secret processes within ecosystems, this book of fabulous fungi will intrigue and amaze young readers. 11/21
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Pando : a living wonder of trees
by Kate Allen Fox
Starting life as a seed, a clonal grove of quaking Aspens grows into one of the world's oldest and largest organisms, whose future is now uncertain. Includes factual information on Pando, aspens, and trees, as well as a glossary. 11/21
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Over and under the canyon
by Kate Messner
Over the canyon, the sun scalds the air, and bakes the desert mud to stone. But under the shade of the canyon hides another world, where bighorn sheep bound from rock to rock on the hillside, roadrunners make their nests in sturdy cacti, and banded geckos tuck themselves into the shelter of the sand. This book takes readers on a journey through the wonders concealed in the curves of the canyon, and all the secret life hidden in its arms. 11/21
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Solitary animals : Introverts of the Wild
by Joshua David Stein
"This lyrical, nonfiction text honors animals who live in solitude, in contrast to others who live in groups. Against a backdrop of the specific names of various animal tribes (a parade of elephants, a tower of giraffes, a dazzle of zebras), Stein shinesa spotlight on those animals who go through life on their own. With nature at his back, Stein invites readers to draw strength and comfort from the behaviors of fellow mammals. Perfect for children who tend to be alone and their parents...as well as all children, who will be encouraged to respect the "natural" choices of their peers. 11/21
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Walrus Song
by Janet Lawler
Lively artwork brings to life the many wonders of being a walrus as it plays hide-and-seek with a friend, lounges on an ice floe and demonstrates an impressive range of sounds. 11/21.
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Wombat
by Christopher Cheng
Learn all about the Australian "bulldozer of the bush" in a fascinating introduction to the wombat. 11/21
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Who were the Navajo Code Talkers?
by James Buckley
Learn how this heroic group of American Indian men created a secret, unbreakable code and helped the US win major battles during World War II. By the time the United States joined the Second World War in 1941, the fight against Nazi and Axis powers had already been under way for two years. In order to win the war and protect its soldiers, the US Marines recruited twenty-nine Navajo men to create a secret code that could be used to send military messages quickly and safely across battlefields. Author James Buckley Jr. explains how these brave and intelligent men developed their amazing code, recounts some of their riskiest missions, and discusses how the country treated them before, during, and after the war. 11/21
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Poems from when we were very young
by A. A. Milne
A whimsical celebration of childhood, Milne wrote the collection for his three-year-old son, and the poems have been read and sung to children for decades since. Now, Rosemary Wells brings her signature cast of animal and child characters to a dozen of Milne's best-loved poems. 11/21
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Big Book of Who All-Stars
by Sports Illustrated Kids
This fully updated edition includes today's stars alongside sports' all-time greats--from Michael Jordan to LeBron James, Tom Brady to Patrick Mahomes, Mia Hamm to Megan Rapinoe, Babe Ruth to Mookie Betts, and more. Completely redesigned to match the modern look of Sports Illustrated Kids , this fun collection of questions and answers will have kids stumping their friends and adult sports fans with their expert knowledge of sports' brightest stars. 11/21
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Encyclopedia of Ordinary Things
by Stepanka Sekaninova
Who said ordinariness is boring? This book shows ordinary things, along with their origins and inventors, in a new light. Come explore their secrets!
They're all around us. We use them daily, pass them by, and it never occurs to us to stop and think about where they came from. What, you ask? The most ordinary things in the world, of course! Shoes, umbrellas, toothbrushes, toothpicks, socks, dolls, and so on and so forth. How did they come to be? Who invented them? How did they develop and change over time? To learn the answers to these questions, peek behind the curtain that drapes the most ordinary things in mystery. Then reason and learn the story of common things. 11/21
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Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown
by Steve Sheinkin
In this follow-up to the award-winning Bomb, a celebrated nonfiction author takes on the Cold War, a decades-long showdown that culminated in the Cuban Missile Crisis, the world’s close call with the third—and final—world war. 10/21
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Your Legacy: A Bold Reclaiming of Our Enslaved History
by Schele Williams
Your story begins in Africa. Your African ancestors defied the odds and survived 400 years of slavery in America and passed down an extraordinary legacy to you. Beginning in Africa before 1619, Your Legacy presents an unprecedentedly accessible, empowering, and proud introduction to African American history for children. While your ancestors' freedom was taken from them, their spirit was not; this book celebrates their accomplishments, acknowledges their sacrifices, and defines how they are remembered-and how their stories should be taught. 10/21
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