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Wanda hears the stars : a blind astronomer listens to the universe
Author(s):
Hansen, Amy
Arreola Mendoza, Rocío,
Description:
Growing up in Puerto Rico, Wanda Díaz Merced wanted to study the stars. But when she lost her sight, she had to find a new way to work. Through the use of sonification, which turns data into sound, she was able to make a path for herself and other scientists with disabilities. (9/16)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
JB Dia
Marvel crafts
Author(s):
Knox, Kelly (Entertainment writer)
Description:
Enjoy making creations themed around your favorite Marvel superheroes, including ... Avengers masks, Doc Ock's pool noodle tentacles, Ms. Marvel's stretchy slime, Captain America's shield flying disc.This activity book features extension tips to add to your creations, handy template pages at the back of the book, and beloved characters such as Spider-Man, Black Panther, Ms. Marvel, Hulk, Black Widow,Captain America, and many more. (9/16)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 745.5 Kno
How to draw Avatar, the last airbender
Author(s):
Description:
In this full-color How to Draw activity book, Avatar: The Last Airbender fans of all ages can learn to draw their favorite characters--from Aang to Katara to Zuko and more! This book features step-by-step illustrated instructions that demonstrate how to turn basic shapes into detailed drawings. Perfect for young artists 7 to 10--and Avatar fans of all ages, this is a fun way to bring your favorite characters to life on paper! (9/16)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 741.5 Spa
About time : a children's guide to the history and science of time
Author(s):
Description:
A children's guide to the science and history of telling the time and clockmaking in a fun and interactive way. This interactive book will help children aged 7-9 understand how clocks work and learn how to tell the time on various devices. Time is central to our experience as humans, and it's important for children to know not just how to tell the time, but also how to make the most of it. About Time uses fun and unique elements to teach children about the topic of time and introduce concepts like time zones and time management. (9/16)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 529.7 Sha
Japanese cooking with kids
Author(s):
Samuels, Debra
Komatsudaira, Yumi,
Description:
Kid-friendly, healthy Japanese meals that you can prepare together with your kids! These kid-tested recipes get two thumbs up every time! The fun, hands-on activities in this book communicate important principles about food and eating to help your family live a healthier, happier life. This book will give you and your family a new perspective on cooking--the Japanese way! (9/16)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 641.5952 Sam
Star sailor, the story of words
Author(s):
Cassidy, Sara
McLaughlin, Julie,
Description:
What is a word? Star Sailor uncovers the mystery of words, how they make a language and why humans need them to communicate with the world around them. Become a word detective and examine the meaning, origin and future of words. Humans need words to communicate, whether they are spoken, written, signed or even sung. But what exactly is a word? And why does the way we use words continue to change? The English language has morphed, melted and remade itself since its beginning. From imitating the sounds of the world to squishing two words together to describe something unique, words on their own and strung together are capable of expressing many meanings. Star Sailor, The Story of Words ventures into the history of how language came to be and explores the ways words reveal a whole new impression of the world around us. (9/16)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 422 Cas
Why? dinosaurs
Author(s):
Drimmer, Stephanie Warren
Description:
If you have a question about dinosaurs, this book has the answer! Based on our wildly popular gift book, Why? Over 1,111 Answers to Everything, this question-and-answer series takes expert-approved content our readers love and reimagines it in a snackable, pithy, and engaging format. The third book in the series features Q&As all about dinosaurs. (9/16)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 567.9 Dri
All-pro hockey almanac
Author(s):
Description:
From the best stick handlers and scorers to the greatest goalies and everything in between, readers will find all the hottest hockey trivia here. Photos that pop and small bites of information make for fun, enjoyable reading for hard-core hockey fans. Browsable text and high-flying hockey action help to draw in reluctant readers as well as the most dedicated sports enthusiasts (9/23)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 796.962 Smi
Celtic myths
Author(s):
Mac an t-Saoir, Màrtainn, 1965-
Ponder, Katie,
Description:
Exciting stories, compelling gods and heroines, and fantastical magical creatures come together in this stunning treasury of Celtic myths. (9/23)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 299.16 Mac
Over and under the coral reef
Author(s):
Messner, Kate
Neal, Christopher Silas,
Description:
Over the reef, terns circle and frigate birds soar. Sea turtles paddle and balloonfish float through the sparkling waves. But under the reef's arms, where nurse sharks prowl the seafloor and octopuses slip away into shadows, there waits a living rainbow of peacock flounders and blue damselfish, pink anemones and creamy conch shells. Discover the dazzling world just beneath the waves-over and under the coral reef. (9/23)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 591.77 Mes
The Bad Guys joke book
Author(s):
Kaplan, Arie
Blabey, Aaron.
Description:
Get ready to laugh out loud with Wolf, Snake, Webs, Piranha, and Shark! Packed with puns, funny fill-ins, limericks, nd so much more, this book is packed with over 500 jokes! (9/23)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 818.6 Kap
The unexplained : UFOs
Author(s):
Description:
The mysterious history of flying saucers is explored in-depth, from potential alien visitors as far back as Stonehenge to UFO cults and the secrets of Area 51.
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 001.942 Boa
Many voices : building Erie, the canal that changed America
Author(s):
Description:
The engineering marvel that is the Erie Canal shaped the flow of American history, but the sociopolitical impact on the environment, working conditions, and the Haudenosaunee reached much further than its shores. (9/23)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 386 Law
The best kids cookbook : 60+ fun and simple recipes to get kids cooking
Author(s):
Kartes, Danielle
O'Neill, Brooke,
Description:
Get kids cooking delicious food, learning key skills, building confidence, and having fun with this all-new recipe collection from Danielle Kartes, author and chef, known from her appearances on the Kelly Clarkson show and the TODAY show. This cookbook brings kids into the heart of the home and empowers them to explore, learn, and contribute. (9/30)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 641.5 Kar
Haunted U.S.A.
Author(s):
Alexander, Heather, 1967-
Kalda, Sam,
Description:
This terrifying treasure trove contains supernatural scares from each of the 50 states, from an Iowa ghost who loves chocolate to Momo, the iconic swamp monster of Missouri. Glimpse a menacing mermaid in a Nevada lake, escape the Black Dog of Connecticut, and meet the ghost of a friendly doctor in Colorado. From north to south and coast to coast, scares are everywhere in the land of the really, really brave! (9/30)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 133.1 Ale
I hear the trees : untamed poems from Mother Earth
Author(s):
Description:
Journey into the wilds of Mother Earth in this enchanting poetry collection to celebrate nature and the beauty of the world around us. Sigh as a mother wolf teaches her cub how to howl. Laugh with bamboozled berries and a ruby-wonderful beet. Feel the thrill of Tyranno's terrifying tale and play with ten on-the-run haiku mice. (9/30)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 821.91 Wei
How do I feel?
Author(s):
Lipp, Rebekah, 1977-
Phillips, Craig,
Description:
Join Aroha and her friends as they share how different emotions might feel in the body and how each emotion might be helpful. This emotions dictionary is all about helping children find the words for how they truly feel. Learning to recognise and label our emotions correctly is such an important skill for life. (9/30)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 155.4 Lip
Cats and us : a ten-thousand-year fascination
Author(s):
Pantaleo, Marta, 1990-
Ghione, Yvette,
Description:
Cats have always fascinated us! When human beings first encountered wild cats, they could see things in the dark that our eyes couldn't, and their hunting helped keep pests away. Eventually, they became our companions, and joined us on journeys across the sea to faraway lands. Soon, the whole world became obsessed with cats! Over the centuries and all around the world, the cat has appeared in myths, legends, superstitions and stories. From the time we first admired cats in ancient Egypt, to the creation of cat caf̌s in Korea in the present day, cats continue to fascinate and intrigue us. While they allow us to understand some things about them, cats have still managed to retain an aura of mystery even today. Do any of us really know what's going on in their heads? (9/30)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 636.8 Pan
The world of sharks : get to know the fascinating creatures of the oceans
Author(s):
Dobell, Darcy,
Thorns, Becky,
Description:
Did you know sharks are among the oldest creatures on earth? They swam through the primordial oceans long before there were dinosaurs. Many legends surround these animals with their fearsome sharp teeth. But how dangerous are sharks really? In this book, you will not only find out how sharks were able to survive so many other animals and how many different species we know today, but also a lot about their very special teeth, their peculiar lateral line organ, and excellent sense of smell. However, many sharks have hardly been researched to this day- their habitats are too deep in the sea for us humans to reach. This book is the starting point for so much more to explore about sharks. (9/30)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 597.3 Dob
Who needs the dark? : the many ways living things depend on darkness
Author(s):
Description:
How do you feel about the dark? Is it creepy or cozy? Spooky or spectacular? The dark is for sleeping, for growing, for healing, for sharing secrets, and for changing into something new. Humans depend on the dark for their health and well-being, as do a variety of other living things. (9/30)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 570 Ala
Hansel and Gretel
Author(s):
King, Stephen, 1947-
Grimm, Wilhelm,
Description:
The haunting classic tale of two brave children lost in a dark and dangerous forest, reimagined by literary legends Stephen King and Maurice Sendak. Let Stephen King, global bestselling and award-winning author, and Maurice Sendak, beloved creator of the Caldecott Medal-winning Where the Wild Things Are, guide you into the most deliciously daring rendition of the Grimm fairy tale yet. But will you find your way back out? With a personal introduction from Stephen King, this beautiful book has been created in close collaboration with the Maurice Sendak Foundation. (9/30)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 398.2 Kin
Boo-tiful Halloween decor
Author(s):
Van Oosbree, Ruthie
Peterson, Tamara J. M.,
Description:
Do you love all things spooky, scary, and eerie? Then it's time to craft some boo-tiful Halloween decor with these easy-to-follow projects! Paint creepy eyeball rocks that stare right back at you. Make a skin-crawling wreath covered in toy snakes and spiders. Melt wax to create a cool colored pumpkin. This fun and spooky decor will be the hit of any Halloween party!
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 745.594 Van
Halloween haunt & find
Author(s):
Von Feder, Rosa
Aye, Nila.
Description:
Help the little ghost scurry about and find his spooky friends quickly! Follow a sweet little ghost as he visits a murky swamp, creepy cavern, and haunted house to collect his ghoulish friends. Little ones will love counting and spotting all the hidden friends along the way in this rhyming, spook-tacular object search filled with mummies, ghosts, goblins, zombies, witches, monsters, and other spooky things! Mixing vibrant illustrations with festive fun, kiddos will be entertained by the enjoyable I Spy book activities and story for hours of fun. Perfect addition to your family's Halloween books for kids!
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 793.73 Von
Let's get spooky
Author(s):
Sekaninová, Štěpánka
Oakland, Andrew,
Description:
If you like spooky stuff, like boogeymen, ghosts, dark cellars, and vampires, you'll love this book. Even in the scariest places, though, you'll see there's nothing to fear. This book is for thos who are ready to face their fears-- and have fun while they're at it. With full-page illustrations of eerie places and thrilling tasks, it promises gentle silly chills. Remember, it's all just pretend-- or at least, I think it is.
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 793.73 Sek
Día de Muertos
Author(s):
Jours, Jaque
Ruiz, Alejandra
Description:
Discover the meaning of Dia de Muertos and learn how children all around the world celebrate this festival. Pancho and his family are inviting you to celebrate with them! Join in as they prepare in the lead-up to the festival, setting up the ofrendas, finding photographs of beloved family members, decorating with flowers, cutting out skull patterns, cooking tamales and enjoying a wonderful day with all the family. Along the way, you'll learn all about the significance and history of the festival, brought to even more life with: instructions to make your own papel picado, a recipe to make delicious pan de Muerto, and a fun quiz to try out all your knowledge. In this immersive exploration of Dia de Muertos, kids join a family as they celebrate. Seen through the eyes of young children celebrating themselves, this is a simple and exciting way to introduce little ones to this special period.
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 394.266 Jou
Día de los Muertos ABC = Day of the Dead ABC
Author(s):
Belt, Gabriela Orozco
Meza, Estelí,
Description:
Celebrate Día de Muertos with this bilingual alphabet book, perfect for budding readers (and their parents) who want to learn about the customs of this special holiday. Charming illustrations bring terms and fun facts, written in simple English and Spanish text, to life - from the cempasúchil flower (marigold), whose fragrance guides our ancestors on their yearly visit, to the papel picado (paper cutout) decorations that add color to the celebration.
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 394.266 Bel Spanish
The Día de los Muertos story : celebrating the never-ending bonds of family
Author(s):
Jáuregui De La Torre, Andrea
González, Laura,
Description:
Follow Little Andrea as she discovers her family heritage and the Day of the Dead, the origins of the holiday, what it means to Mexican families, and how it has grown and expanded in The Día de Los Muertos Story.
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 394.26 Jau
