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Favorite Non-Fiction of 2019
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Let 'er buck! : George Fletcher, the people's champion
by Vaunda Micheaux Nelson
Describes the 1911 Pendleton Round-Up competition in which the unfair win of a white contestant prompted outraged audience members to take up a collection for the talented black cowboy, George Fletcher, whom the judges disregarded because of racial prejudice.
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Butterflies in room 6 : see how they grow
by Caroline Arnold
Kindergarten students in a diverse classroom participate in the popular science project of raising butterflies, in an early reference that combines vibrant photography with engaging text to explain the science behind metamorphosis. By the author of Living Fossils. Simultaneous eBook
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Can you crack the code? : a fascinating history of ciphers and cryptography
by Ella Schwartz
"Codes can carry big secrets! Throughout history, lots of good guys and lots of bad guys have used codes to keep their messages under wraps. This fun and flippable nonfiction features stories of hidden treasures, war-time maneuverings, and contemporary hacking as well as explaining the mechanics behind the codes in accessible and kid friendly forms. Sidebars call out activities that invite the reader to try their own hand at cracking and crafting their own secret messages. This is the launch of an exciting new series that invites readers into a STEM topic through compelling historical anecdotes, scientific backup, and DIY projects."
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Homes in the wild : where baby animals and their parents live
by Lita Judge
Shares lavishly illustrated profiles of animal homes ranging from complex underground burrows to high treetop nests to explain how animal homes, regardless of construction or location, universally provide shelter for baby animals to grow and flourish. By the award-winning creator of How Big Were Dinosaurs?
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Thanku : poems of gratitude
by Miranda Paul
Featuring contributions by a diverse range of writers, including Joseph Bruchac, Naomi Shihab Nye and Jane Yolen, a themed poetry anthology explores various ways to express gratitude for blessings ranging from sleep and health to education and family. Illustrations.
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Suffragette : the battle for equality
by David Roberts
A centennial tribute to America’s 19th Amendment traces the history of the women’s suffrage movement in the U.K. and the U.S., describing important milestones and the contributions of key figures, from Susan B. Anthony to Ida B. Wells. By the best-selling illustrator of Rosie Revere, Engineer. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Now you know what you eat
by Valorie Fisher
The award-winning creator of My Big Brother and My Big Sister presents a STEM-supporting introduction to the fascinating science behind everyday favorite foods, from macaroni and cheese to peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. Illustrations.
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At home with the beaver
by Dorothy Hinshaw Patent
Discusses beavers and examines the different animals that depend upon them for survival
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Firefighters' handbook
by Meghan McCarthy
The award-winning creator of Pop: The Invention of Bubble Gum explores the important training and day-to-day life of brave firefighters, describing their tools, their vehicles and the dangers they face to save lives. 20,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Atlas of monsters and ghosts
by Federica Magrin
A highly engaging early reference for adventurous youngsters shares fun, historical facts, mythological details and urban lore about famous monsters and ghosts, from the golem and the minotaur to the basilisk and the hydra. Illustrations.
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Moon! : Earth's best friend
by Stacy McAnulty
A good-humored and unfailingly loyal Moon traces her history, formation and important relationship with Earth, in a fact-filled companion to Sun! One in a Billion
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What's cooking at 10 Garden Street?
by Felicita Sala
A celebration of the world’s diverse culinary traditions depicts multicultural neighbors preparing favorite ethnic dishes, from banana bread and baba ganoush to spaghetti and guacamole, before gathering in the community garden to share a delicious meal together. Illustrations.
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Solo pregunta / Just Ask : Sé Diferente, Sé Valiente, Sé Tú
by Sonia Sotomayor
"The boundary-breaking Supreme Court Justice and the award-winning author of ""Book Fiesta"" present a celebration of the world's diversity that explains why different people make the world more vibrant and wonderful, just the way a variety of plants and flowers enhance a garden. Gr K-2"
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Just ask! : be different, be brave, be you
by Sonia Sotomayor
The boundary-breaking Supreme Court Justice and the award-winning author of Book Fiesta present a celebration of the world’s diversity that explains why different people make the world more vibrant and wonderful, just the way a variety of plants and flowers enhance a garden. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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The undefeated
by Kwame Alexander
"The Newbery Award-winning author of The Crossover celebrates black American heroism and culture in a picture-book rendering of his performance on ESPN's ""The Undefeated."" Illustrated by the Caldecott Honor-winning artist of Henry's Freedom Box. 75,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook"
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