Eric Braun
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A lot has changed throughout the history of the gay rights movement. In 1969, the Stonewall Riots brought light to a movement that would later establish gay pride parades and persist in the fight for same-sex marriage. But allies and LGBTQ+ community members are still fighting for progress today. What are the gay rights movement's main concerns today? And what challenges has the movement faced? Learn about the key people and events that have paved...
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English
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"Civil rights have been in the news with the rise of Black Lives Matter, Colin Kaepernick taking a knee during the national anthem at NFL games, and more. Yet civil rights activists have many other causes they are fighting for, such as calling attention to police brutality and combating racism in everyday life. The Civil Rights Movement started in the 1800s and remains a prominent movement within our modern society. Find out how activists such as...
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English
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Women have come a long way since the first women's rights convention took place in Seneca Falls, New York, in 1848-but women's rights activists are still working to expand rights today. What are the main concerns of women's rights activists today? And what challenges have women faced in the 1800s, 1900s, and 2000s in their fight for equality? Find out how Susan B. Anthony, Betty Friedan, and other groundbreaking activists paved the way for the women's...
5) Tamarins
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Raintree Steck-Vaughn
Pub. Date
2002.
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English
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Describes the habitat, physical and social characteristics, and life cycle of the Tamarin monkey, a small endangered mammal that lives in the rain forests of South America.
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Picture Window Books
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[2012]
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English
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Joe Joe the wizard has a problem. His spell to turn homework into chocolate bars has gone to syrup! Come along to learn how solids, liquids, and gases help Joe Joe with his sticky mess. A fun and engaging way to get young readers engaged in science concepts!
7) Tom Brady
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Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2017]
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English
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"Presents the life and accomplishments of the professional football player, describing his struggle to be selected as a quarterback at the University of Michigan, his first Super Bowl victory for the New England Patriots in 2001, and his training regimen." --
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Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2021]
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English
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"Poachers, habitat destruction, overhunting and fishing, and disease all endanger animal species around the world. But you can help save them! Navigate through three different stories in this mission to save a species. With dozens of possible story outcomes, it's up to you to save the animals from extinction. The planet needs you. Will YOU CHOOSE to help?"--
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Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2021]
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English
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"The world's tropical rain forests are being destroyed. But you can help! Navigate through three different stories in this rain forest rescue mission. With dozens of possible story outcomes, it is up to you to save the rain forests before they disappear forever. The planet needs you. Will YOU CHOOSE to help?"--
15) Lindsey Vonn
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Series
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Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2017]
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English
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Proflies the professional skier, from her childhood and early career to her successes at the World Cup and the Olympics.
16) Stephen Curry
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Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2017]
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English
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"Presents the life of professional basketball athlete Stephen Curry, from his childhood to his rise to stardom." --
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Picture Window Books
Pub. Date
[2013]
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English
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I'm Mad Margaret, and I'm not really mad, I'm just crazy about science! When a friend tells me he has a sneezing problem, I help him use the scientific method to solve it. I'm no Einstein, but I can tell you all about the scientific method!
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Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2015]
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English
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"Key facts and fun details about the game of baseball come alive through infographics. The 'data art' provides opportunities for readers to visually take in information about the sport through charts, maps, and illustrations"--Amazon.com.