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Voices of the people
by Joseph Bruchac
"Through poems that capture the essence of each person's life, acclaimed Native American writer Joseph Bruchac introduces readers to famous indigenous leaders from The Peacemaker in 1000 A.D. to modern day dancer Maria Tallchief and Cherokee chief Wilma Mankiller. Each poem is illustrated by a modern-day tribally enrolled artist"
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America redux : visual stories from our dynamic history
by Ariel Aberg-Riger
In this immersive experience, 21 visual stories reveal the extraordinary, unexpected, sometimes darker sides of history that reverberate in our society today, exploring themes that create our shared sense of American identity and questioning the myths we've been telling ourselves for centuries. 100,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Wearing my mother's heart
by Sophia Thakur
Taking readers on an emotionally charged journey through the lives of women in the past and considering what it means to be a woman today, this powerful new poetry collection touches upon topics such as identity, race, politics, mental health and self-love.
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The monster's bones : the discovery of T. rex and how it shook our world
by David K. Randall
"From the dust of the Gilded Age Bone Wars, two vastly different men emerge to fill the empty halls of New York's struggling American Museum of Natural History: socialite Henry Fairfield Osborn and intrepid fossil hunter Barnum Brown. When Brown unearthsthe first Tyrannosaurus rex fossils, Osborn sees a path to save his museum from irrelevancy. As the public turns out in droves to cower before this bone-chilling giant of the past and wonder at the mysteries of its disappearance, Brown and Osborn turn dinosaurs into a beloved part of culture"
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This Indian kid : a Native American memoir
by Eddie D. Chuculate
Award-winning author Eddie Chuculate brings his childhood to life with spare, unflinching prose in a book that is at once a love letter to his Native American roots and an inspiring and essential message for young readers everywhere who are coming of age in an era when conversations about acceptance and empathy, love and perspective are more necessary than ever. Simultaneous eBook.
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In concert : how music affects the brain
by Scientific American
"Research suggests that almost every region of the brain is affected when you listen to music. It has a profound impact on emotional response, cognition, sensory experience, and motor function. This volume considers the role of brain anatomy and neuroscience in relation to music, music's role in social and emotional connection, and its potential to assist in treating brain injuries and neurological disorders. Through this volume, readers will gain a stronger understanding of the complex and fascinating relationship between music and the brain"
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Catering workshop : feeding a hungry crowd
by Megan Borgert-Spaniol
"This how-to book provides readers with information they need to get started on a career in catering. Included are the history and cultural significance of catering; kitchen tools, terms, and techniques; how to become a caterer; and career paths in catering. Step-by-step recipes help readers practice cooking skills and apply what they've learned"
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Farm to fork workshop : making the most of local foods
by Megan Borgert-Spaniol
"This how-to book provides readers with information they need to get started on a career as a chef in the farm to fork movement. Included are the history and cultural significance of sourcing foods locally; kitchen tools, terms, and techniques; how to become a chef; and career paths as a farm to fork chef. Step-by-step recipes help readers practice cooking skills and apply what they've learned"
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What now? : a teen guide to life after high school
by Barbara Sheen
"Graduating from high school marks a crossroad in a person's life. It's a time to celebrate personal achievement, as well as being a time when young people transition from the restraints of childhood to adulthood. Indeed, life after high school is a timefor decision making. High school graduates are expected to make big decisions about their future that have a major impact on their lives"
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Camping and hiking encyclopedia
by Kathryn Hulick
The Camping and Hiking Encyclopedia allows readers to explore outdoor opportunities. Alongside information that ranges from RV camping to backcountry hikes, readers will learn about ways to prepare for a camping or hiking trip as well as ways to safely enjoy their time in nature
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What is cruel and unusual punishment?
by Kathleen A. Klatte
"The Eighth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution's Bill of Rights prohibits the use of "cruel and unusual punishment." That phrase was written at a time when burning and beheading were still acceptable legal punishments in some places. Much has changed in America in two centuries. This easily accessible guide examines the context that inspired the Founding Fathers to include this phrase, as well as the concept of "evolving standards of decency." Interesting, thought provoking, and age appropriate, this title engages readers' minds while emphasizing the effect of the Constitution on daily life"
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American life in the 2000s
by Erin Nicks
"American Life in the 2000s takes a look at the major events that occurred throughout this decade and offers information on the demographics of the United States at the time. Readers will gain an understanding of the politics, conflicts, science, inventions, pop culture, fashion, and sports of the decade, and they will learn about the legacy the 2000s left behind."
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American life in the 1940s
by Kathy MacMillan
"American Life in the 1940s takes a look at the major events that occurred throughout this decade and offers information on the demographics of the United States at the time. Readers will gain an understanding of the politics, conflicts, science, inventions, pop culture, fashion, and sports of the decade, and they will learn about the legacy the 1940s left behind."
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