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Can owls spin their heads all the way around? How do spiders make silk? How do dogs communicate? These and other questions are answered by the author, along with some extra information provided by the creatures themselves in THE TRUTH ABOUT series.
When Gerald Ford became president after the turmoil of the early 70s, Americans were ready for an honest, hardworking politician. And that is just what they got with President Ford. He was trustworthy, cooperative, and cared deeply about all Americans. His life, tougher than some and filled with character-building lessons, had prepared him for the job--from his childhood in Grand Rapids, Michigan to his days on the University of Michigan football team and in the Navy to his many years representing the Great Lakes State in congress. In Truth and Honour learn what made Gerald Ford the right man for the job. Backmatter includes a letter from the Ford family and a timeline.
Fifteen-year-old overachiever Verdad is struggling to meet her Puerto Rican mother's expectations and process her best friend's death when she falls for Danny, a trans boy, and starts to question her own identity.
Katie's dad has had a breakdown and landed in a mental institution. To get him released, Katie sets out to prove he's not crazy—which means proving that his conspiracy theories about 9/11 aren't as off-the-deep-end as they seem. In her pursuit to prove her dad's sanity, Katie's quickly drawn into the bizarre underworld of 9/11 Truthers, who believe the terrorist attacks were actually an inside job by the US government. Some even believe her dad was involved. But with her dad locked up, it's up to Katie to figure out if the Truther theories hold water. While all of this is going on, someone is also definitely following her...
This beginning STEAM series for library and class Maker Spaces helps young readers discover and develop new interests and skills in arts and craft areas. Tips and tricks build confidence and enhance step-by-step instructions, while variations are offered and colourful illustrations correlate and illustrate steps and outcomes.
One Tu B'Shevat day in Israel, little Netta brings a plant home from preschool. Over time, Netta grows, and the plant grows too. Soon it is time for both of them to find new homes and new friends.
With a family that loves music as much as hers does, it was only a matter of time before it was Ava's turn to pick out an instrument. Her mother plays the piano, her father plays the violin, and one brother plays the cello while the other plays the clarinet. As soon as Ava selects an instrument, she will be able to join them as they practice for the annual holiday concert. And her family has definite ideas on what instrument Ava should select, from the piano to the flute to the violin. But Ava isn't interested in any of them. Ava wants to play the tuba. And she gets her wish. But playing the tuba isn't as easy as it seems. And there is no place for a tuba in the annual concert. But with the encouragement of her music teacher, Ava finds a place for her and her tuba in a special holiday celebration.
Tufty the duckling lives with his family on an island in the middle of a lake. But when the ducks fly south for the winter, Tufty gets left behind. Lost and alone, Tufty doesn't know what to do, until he finds an unlikely new friend.... A heart-warming story about a little duck finding his place in the big, wide world, from master children's book creator Michael Foreman.
Meet Tugg and Teeny. Best friends since—well, forever! Tugg (a gorilla) and Teeny (a monkey) live together in their jungle neighborhood, Sidekick Thicket. As opposite as night and day, the two friends work and play together, each helping the other face life's challenges. Lively, impulsive Teeny always wants to try new things. Sure and steady Tugg is always there to lend a hand or give a word of encouragement.
This lively board book unfolds accordion-style in a floor-standing arc, encouraging babies to lift their head while they are lying on their tummy, while toddlers will love the photos of diverse babies.