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This is a high-interest history of communication, from hieroglyphics to semaphore, body language to text messages. Each spread covers a different aspect of communication, such as writing, languages, animal communication, public speaking, and technological advances. It also includes information about how important connecting with others is for our mental health. (6/16)
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Book
Call Number:
J 302.2 Bar
Author(s):
Taher, Mohammad
Parkin, Michael,
Description:
Millions of people fly from airports every year, and yet how they work remains a mystery to most of us. Where does luggage go once you've checked it in? What causes turbulence? How does air-traffic control work? Answers to these questions and much, much more are found in the thrilling pages of this fully illustrated book written by Mohammad Taher, better known as Mo T, The Airport Guy, as he gives you a groundbreaking behind-the-scenes look at an international airport and reveals all of its hidden secrets. Brimming with all the information and facts that only experts would know, each spread takes you on a fun-filled journey as we follow a diverse group of travelers from check-in to arrivals, showcasing different areas of the airport along the way, from the mysterious workings of a baggage carousel to how runways are prepared. (6/16)
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Book
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J 387.7 Tah
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Sing the 50 United States with Dr. Seuss and the Cat in the Hat! In this newly discovered book written by Dr. Seuss, YOU can join along as the Cat in the Hat puts together a map of the United States of America. Then turn to the end of the book to learn more about Dr. Seuss and how this book came to be (6/16)
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Book
Call Number:
J 917.3 Seu
Author(s):
Joyce, Jaime
Brown, Peter,
Description:
You've been transported back in time to an age of formidable fortresses, epic sieges, and deadly diseases! How will you survive? Do you have what it takes to dodge flying arrows shot from longbows? Or 1,000-pound stones flung at you from trebuchets? OK, maybe you're great at dodgeball, so no sweat. But how about smaller and unseen dangers, like the deadly bubonic plague? FYI, you better not get sick--left in the care of a medieval doctor, you might end up worse off after their suggested "cure"! This guide gives you all the know-how you need to survive one of the so-called darkest periods in human history. From ruthless rulers who issue grueling punishments for breaking their (sometimes silly) laws, to totally gross living conditions (alas, indoor plumbing is still hundreds of years away!), to what to do if you find yourself in a jousting tournament (uh-oh), this book gives you all the tips and tricks you need to make it out alive! For real? YES--everything you read is backed up by leading historians and experts. So what are you waiting for? Dive in and see if you have what it takes to survive in the age of knights!" (6/16)
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J 940.1 Joy
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Master the skills you need to draw more than 50 Pokémon with this step-by-step guide. From Pikachu and Sprigatito to Mabosstiff and Baxcalibur, plus full Evolution chains.
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Book
Call Number:
J 741.5 Pok
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Take your Minecraft skills to the next level with the 3-in-1 Secret Builder's Guide! Learn the ins and outs of Minecraft villages (including how to make your own!), read up on Minecraft's many mobs and how to handle each one, and discover how to get started creating your very own bases!
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Book
Call Number:
J 794.85 Ult
Author(s):
Baker, Chris (Author of On a mushroom day)
Eggenschwiler, Byron,
Description:
Once night falls, Weaver emerges from the rolled-up leaf she sleeps in during the day, and begins searching for the perfect place to spin her latest web. She climbs up and scurries down, and winds around and around until she's created something perfect. But right after she catches her first crane fly, her web stretches and snaps and ... Weaver is fallllllllling down. How will she catch bugs now? Follow along as Weaver scuttles through the night and, with a bit of help, finds the perfect spot for web-making.
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 595.4 Bak
Author(s):
Hayes, Susan (Author at What on Earth Books (Firm)),
Stead, Anna,
Description:
For thousands of years, the Moon has been our glowing companion in the night sky and a source of wonder for scientists, storytellers, and stargazers alike. Chasing the Moon is your magical guide to its phases and the amazing ways it has inspired people all over the world. (8/4)
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Book
Call Number:
J 523.3 Hay
Author(s):
Gorsuch, Neil M. (Neil McGill), 1967-
Ellison, Chris,
Description:
The Declaration of Independence is one of the most important and beloved documents in America's history--but how did it come to be? What spurred the brave men and women to forge their own country? What sacrifices did they have to make? Why is John Hancock's signature so big? And why is Mary K. Goddard's name printed on the document too? Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch and Janie Nitze walk young readers through one of America's most tumultuous times in their ... book about the foundations and ideals that make our country great. (8/4)
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Book
Call Number:
J 973.3 Gor
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Dive into the deep blue and discover the hidden secrets of our planet's oceans! Did you know that oceans cover more than 70 percent of the Earth, yet most of us know so little about them? This book explores the fascinating story of our oceans, from their birth to their eventual demise. Let's investigate why the oldest ocean floor is only 200 million years old, despite Earth being more than 4,500 million years old. Journey through time and discover how Earth first got its water, what might have happened to the water on Mars and Venus, and how oceans shape our climate and life on our "blue planet." Explore underwater volcanoes, magnetic stripes on the seafloor, and what clues we've been left from the most ancient oceans.
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J 551.46 Per
Author(s):
Shreeve, Elizabeth
Encarnación, Violeta
Description:
An imaginative exploration of mythology, paleontology, and early civilizations that invites readers to delight in legendary creatures from across the globe and the fossils that might have inspired their origins. (8/4)
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Book
Call Number:
J 398.24 Shr
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Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher and slugger Shohei Ohtani is a double threat at bat and on the pitcher's mound. Discover how this World Series champion got his start playing in Japan before joining MLB. (8/4)
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Book
Call Number:
JB Oht
