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1) Spain
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32 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 21 x 25 cm.
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English
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"Welcome to Spain--home of the majestic Pyrenees Mountains, the Sagrada Familia, and Alhambra. Informative, easy-to-read text and oversize scenic photos draw in readers as they learn about Spain's history, government, major cities, land features, natural resources, culture, and more! Maps, a timeline with photos, and a facts page that includes major statistics complement the text."--
2) Africana
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89 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 32 cm
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English
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"Explore the deep history of Africa's 54 unique countries, from being the birthplace of humanity and the rise of its powerful kingdoms, to the devastating impact of its colonial past. Then join us to celebrate Africa's awe-inspiring nature, its vibrant food, festivals and customs. Visit its bustling cities and meet the pioneers, musicians, artists, and innovators who call this land home."--
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28 unnumbered pages : color illustrations ; 32 cm
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English
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Once Upon a time in Persia, there was a girl who saw her reflection in a mirror for the first time on her wedding day. Not recognising herself and believing there to be another woman, she ran away. When her love follows and attempts to persuade her of her mirror reflection, she takes him on a journey of what form her spirit actually possesses and all the true reflections she sees of herself within nature.
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1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 26 cm
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English
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"Encourage young readers to discover our wonderful world through an exciting multidisciplinary approach. Perfect for science lovers and nature enthusiasts alike, this early learning STREAM title uses simple scientific facts and artistic mediums, such as poetry and photography, to introduce bees and their impact on the world around us." -- Back cover.
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32 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 24 cm
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English
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"Legends have a way of working themselves into our lives. You may not know the stories, but you know the signs. Discover the chilling tale of the jack-o'lantern, learn the legacy of the witch, and find out why you think breaking a mirror will have consequences...if you dare"--Back cover.
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92 pages : illustrations (chiefly colour), colour maps ; 27 cm
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English
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"Antarctica is a land of extremes -- the coldest, windiest, highest, and driest place on the planet. It's a world where the sun stays hidden half of the year and where visitors must undergo a week of special training before it's safe to go outside (watch out for lava bombs!). It's also a place of stark beauty, history, and endless scientific research. Join beloved author G. Neri on his long-dreamed-of voyage to the ice, where he taps into his inner...
7) Piranhas
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48 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 24 cm.
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English
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Basic information about piranhas accompanied by colorful illustrations.
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47 pages : color illustrations ; 30 cm
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English
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"Did you know a wētāpunga is the heaviest insect of all, or that fairy wasps aren't quite as cute as their name? Explore magical insect stories from around the world and learn about different types of bugs, from the weaver ant to the whirligig beetle. Discover why bugs are so important to out planet, and why we need to help protect them, in this enchanting guide to the insect world."--Page [4] of cover,
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127 pages : colour illustrations ; 32 cm.
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English
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"Welcome to the wonderful world of plants. From wet, steamy tropical rainforests to scorching, dry deserts, from freezing mountain screes to lush underwater worlds, plants have adapted to survive almost everywhere. And they do it in incredible ways. Find out why plants look, smell, grow, and live the way they do by journeying across over 40 incredible habitats around the world. Discover the biggest, boldest, and smelliest (!) plants on our planet,...
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60 pages : color illustrations ; 30 cm
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English
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What is a rainbow and what does a rainbow mean to you? We've all seen a rainbow stretching across a stormy sky but have you ever wondered why they appear and what makes them so colorful? Explore how rainbows have fascinated scientists and artists, inspired myths and legends, and united people around the world. and discover the many ways--from flags to fairy tales, songs to sculptures, and paintings to proverbs--that humankind have celebrated these...
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48 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm.
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English
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"Art is everywhere. It's in our galleries, on our streets and even in our homes. Under the playful guidance of Keith, a world-renowned art historian (who also happens to be an ostrich), this book encourages young readers to use the basic tools of visual analysis when studying art, giving them the eyes to see art outside of the restrictions of a gallery. This book aims to show that art isn't always about classical paintings and knowing the right answers....
13) Trucks
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1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 14 cm.
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English
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Different types of trucks are shown.
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101 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm
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English
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"Turn the clock back to a simpler time. Cold lemonade in summer, evenings by a campfire, a warm blanket in winter. Fully-illustrated chapters feature the history and story behind more than thirty skills, including: How to skip stones, how to wrap a package with brown paper and string, and how to grow your own tomatoes"--Publisher's description.
15) Down to business: 51 industry leaders share practical advice on how to become a young entrepreneur
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xiii, 399 pages ; illustrations ; 22 cm.
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English
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"Fenley and Jason provide access to leading innovators, inventors, and executives as they tell their stories and provide tips to a new generation of bosses"--
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1 volume (unpaged) : colour illustrations ; 23 cm.
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English
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Look, it's a bus stop! A cash register! A bulldozer! When Little Bear heads into town with his Mom, he encounters so many things! Kids will love tagging along as Little Bear visits the grocery store, the swimming pool, the park, and more, finding interesting things to point out along the way. Each spread features an interesting scene on one page, while the other shows the everyday items Little Bear spots with each object's name underneath. This fun,...
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xiv, 240 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm.
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English
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"Readers will celebrate well-known women, like Greta Thunberg, Bethany Hamilton, Bindi Irwin, Zendaya, and the Linda Lindas, and meet up-and-coming powerhouses like inventor Vinisha Umashankar, fashion designer Marine Serre, stuntwoman Sadiqua Bynum, filmmaker Taegen Yardley, poet Alexandra Huynh, and environmental activist Helena Gualinga. The girls and women in the book come from different countries and backgrounds and have a wide array of interests...
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1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 27 cm
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English
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Indigenous women have always worked tirelessly to protect our water -- keeping it pure and clean for the generations to come. Yet there was a time when their voices and teachings were nearly drowned out, leaving entire communities and environments in danger and without clean water. But then came Grandma Josephine and her great-niece, Autumn. Speak for the water. Sing for the water. Dance for the water. With moving lyricism and arresting illustrations,...
20) First words
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26 unnumbered pages : color illustrations ; 14 cm.
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English
Description
Pictures of basic objects teach vocabulary.
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