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1) Desert queen
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Formats
Description
"This picture book biography in verse follows the life of beloved Rajasthani drag performer Queen Harish, known as the Whirling Desert Queen of Rajasthan. Lit by an inner fire and propelled by a family tragedy, Harish defied the gender conventions of middle class Indian life, battled discrimination and intimidation, and eventually grew up to dance with Bollywood movie stars and on stages across the world. Jyoti Gopal's rhythmic phrases evoke the particular...
3) Rome
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
Describes the history and civilization of ancient Rome, from how gladiators fought and what daily life was like for people in Rome to the events at Pompeii.
Author
Publisher
Dial Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Penguin Group (USA) Inc
Pub. Date
[2012]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
In January 2011, in a moment that captured the hearts of people all over the world, thousands of Egypt's students, library workers, and demonstrators surrounded the great Library of Alexandria and joined hands, forming a human chain to protect the building from vandalism during government protests. They chanted "We love you, Egypt!" as they stood together for the freedom the library represented.
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Glowing candles, silver stars, and blue ribbons--Hanukkah is full of light and color! Learn about the culture and customs of this eight-day celebration through vibrant photos and engaging text. Crayola ® colors and a reproducible coloring page inspire readers to notice and celebrate the colors of their world.
9) Presidents
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
"Follow the early lives and political careers of the US presidents and see how they came into office, with full-color photographs of campaign memorabilia, family portraits, handwritten letters, mementos, and more. Discover how Abraham Lincoln saved the Union, why teddy bears are named after Theodore Roosevelt, and how Thomas Jefferson doubled the size of the nation with the Louisiana Purchase"-- provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Publisher
Hungry Tomato
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"With dramatic scenes, cutaway diagrams, and personal stories, this engaging book presents the history of ships used for war, from ancient ships powered by oars to the massive ships and incredible technology used today."--Provided by publisher.
Author
Publisher
The Kane Press
Pub. Date
[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Labor Day weekend is consider the "last hurrah" of summer, and is celebrated with parades and picnics and fun. But what does it signify? Discover the true meaning of the holiday: celebrating and honoring all the workers in our American labor force, especially those who fight for safe work places and fair pay.
17) The sun
Author
Publisher
Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
It's bright and it's hot. It's the center of our solar system. It is our Sun. As readers journey through this book, they will discover how this amazing star came into existence, and they will learn everything about its size and makeup, its solar winds and flares, and how its light and heat affect Earth. The workings of the sun's magnetic field, sun spots, and the latest technology used to study the sun will also captivate our readers.
Author
Publisher
Tuttle Publishing
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
The tales chosen for this book share the Vietnamese five great virtues: Nhan (Compassion), Le (Rituals), Nghia (Righteousness), Tri (Wisdom), and Tin (Trust). The author notes that her parents used traditional stories to teach children values and morals. Now the author, who is a story teller, uses the same tales to help Vietnamese children learn their traditional culture and values.
Author
Series
Helping kids understand diabetes volume 1
Publisher
Cable Publishing
Pub. Date
[2012].
Language
English
Description
Lara, a young diabetic girl, helps kids with diabetes to feel accepted and capable of achieving anything.
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley Limited, a Penguin Random House Company
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
This is the ultimate graphic guide to the amazing game of soccer, presenting every aspect of the game in a compelling way through eye-opening explanations, detailed stats, amazing facts, and bizarre trivia.
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