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2) Denmark
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Pub. Date
[2018]
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40 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps, portraits, photographs ; 21 x 24 cm.
Description
Introduces Denmark, describing its history, geography, cities, food, animals, religion, occupations, and system of government.
3) Ukraine
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Pub. Date
[2018].
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40 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps, photographs ; 21 cm.
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Introduces Ukraine, describing its history, geography, cities, food, animals, religion, occupations, and system of government.
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Pub. Date
[2020]
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xxxii, 240 pages ; 24 cm.
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Senator Cruz argues that the high court decisions that affect your life have been decided by just one vote. Case studies illustrate his point that one vote preserves your right to speak freely, to bear arms, and to exercise your faith.
5) Netherlands
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Pub. Date
[2018]
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40 pages : illustrations, maps ; 21 cm.
Description
Introduces Netherlands, describing its history, geography, cities, food, animals, religion, occupations, and system of government.
6) Ladybugs
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"This new and updated edition presents the latest scientific information on ladybugs in language accessible for young readers through bright illustrations, informative diagrams, and easy-to-read text. Kids will rethink what they know about the little red bug while being introduced to biology vocabulary and environmentalism. See the ladybug grow from an egg to an adult. Explore just some of the different colorings and markings from the thousands of...
8) Poland
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Series
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
40 pages : illustrations, maps ; 21 cm.
Description
Introduces Poland, describing its history, geography, cities, food, animals, religion, occupations, and system of government.
9) Shark
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Description
"Did you know that sharks first appeared in the oceans 200 million years before the dinosaurs, and that they have an electrical sixth sense that helps them locate their prey? How dangerous is a great white shark? Can a whale shark really grow as big as a city bus? If you find yourself seeking the answers to these questions, then this may be the book for you! Discover where they live, why they are hunted, and what can be done to protect them. The book...
10) Coyote vs. dingo
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Who would win? volume 27
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"Compares and contrasts two ferocious animals: a coyote and a dingo! Readers will learn about each animal's anatomy, behavior, and more. Then compare and contrast the battling pair before finally discovering the winner"-- Provided by publisher.
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Pub. Date
2024.
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"In Truth Is the Arrow, Mercy Is the Bow, Steve Almond employs the radical empathy he displayed as co-host (with Cheryl Strayed) of the podcast Dear Sugars to explore the joys and trials of storytelling, and to explode the myths that hold us back from writing our deepest and truest work. The book includes chapters on plot, character, and chronology, but travels far beyond the earnest intentions of most craft books. It includes essays on humor, sex,...
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"'The oceans have always shaped human lives,' writes marine biologist Helen Scales in her vibrant new book The Brilliant Abyss, but the surface and the very edges have so far mattered the most. 'However, one way or another, the future ocean is the deep ocean.' A golden era of deep-sea discovery is underway. Revolutionary studies in the deep are rewriting the very notion of life on Earth and the rules of what is possible. In the process, the abyss...
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Starting with a fascinating look at experiments around race in hiring, Prof. West brilliantly and methodically walks readers through our comprehensive understanding of this controversial topic. He looks at how racism impacts every stage and all facets of life, from birth to death, in education, work, and business, friendships and relationships, police and the justice system, and health care. He also looks at the challenges around studying these questions...
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Pub. Date
[2022]
Physical Desc
xi, 316 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
Description
"All the Math You'll Ever Need, Third Edition is a practical, accessible guide that helps readers understand mathematical concepts that directly apply to daily life tasks. From learning to calculate monthly mortgage payments and time to pay off a credit card balance, this book helps readers understand how and why mathematical concepts work. This revised edition will reflect recent changes in rates, prices, and wages. It will also incorporate information...
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Pub. Date
[2019]
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32 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 26 cm.
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"What was life like for these fearsome raiders who lived more than 1,000 years ago? How did they survive long ocean voyages aboard their longships? Why was a Viking warrior buried with his sword at his side? And were these fearsome warriors also skillful traders and explorers? Learn all about the Age of the Vikings in The Life of a Viking Warrior"--Back cover.
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Pub. Date
2025
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"For as long as she can remember, Suleika Jaouad has kept a journal. She has used it to mark life's biggest occasions and to ride its roughest waves. It has buoyed her through illness, through heartbreak, and the deepest oceans of uncertainty. And Suleika is not alone. For so many people, journaling is a process of discovery, sometimes vulnerable and terrifying, always transformative. The Book of Alchemy is based on the premise that journaling is...
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Pub. Date
2023.
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454 pages : illustrations, portraits ; 25 cm.
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"This is a book about humanists, but even humanists cannot agree on what a humanist is," declares Sarah Bakewell. Indeed, for centuries now, thinkers, writers, scholars, politicians, activists, artists, and countless others have been searching for and refining a philosophy of the human spirit. Humanism can be found in writings of Plato and Protagoras and in the thought of Confucius. It is ever-present in the work of Michel de Montaigne, and guided...
19) Kangaroos
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"A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of kangaroos, Australia's iconic marsupials. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why kangaroos jump instead of run"--Provided by publisher.
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"Whether you're a beginner who has never picked up a hook before or an experienced stitcher looking to advance to the next level, this comprehensive book will become your ultimate reference for crochet. It's like having crochet experts Shannon and Jason Mullett-Bowlsby right there with you every step of the way. They lead you through the essential skills and techniques you need to know and provide fabulous, stylish garment and accessory projects that...




