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Tuatoru - Whiro: The Untold Tales of Tuteremoana Series.


Tuatoru - Whiro" Circa 1769 AD. This story reveals the importance of love, loss and the rituals of honoring those passed and present. After the loss of her kuia, Whiro is unable to wail. She watches from the dunes as her whanau mourn the loss. Her aunties accuse her mother of not raising Whiro to respect. She is blamed for putting a curse on the village when strange things begin to happen in the sand dunes after her grandmother's burial. 'The Untold Tales of Tuteremoana', a dramatic Maori anthology series, brings us three ancient oral whakapapa stories of the Ngāi Tara people. Born of the stars and rooted in the homelands of ancient Aotearoa, the series features some of New Zealand's top Māori actors.
Date Published:2022

Tuatoru - Whiro" Circa 1769 AD. This story reveals the importance of love, loss and the rituals of honoring those passed and present. After the loss of her kuia, Whiro is unable to wail. She watches from the dunes as her whanau mourn the loss. Her aunties accuse her mother of not raising Whiro to respect. She is blamed for putting a curse on the village when strange things begin to happen in the sand dunes after her grandmother's burial. 'The Untold Tales of Tuteremoana', a dramatic Maori anthology series, brings us three ancient oral whakapapa stories of the Ngāi Tara people. Born of the stars and rooted in the homelands of ancient Aotearoa, the series features some of New Zealand's top Māori actors.

Date Published:2022

Aunt Jemima to rebrand, end use of racist stereotype


From the Curio.ca streaming audio-visual collection. The Aunt Jemima brand is based on a racist stereotype, but amid mounting criticism its 131-year history is coming to an end.
Date Published:2020

The little hummingbird

Yahgulanaas, Michael Nicoll.


Originally publ. under title: Flight of the hummingbird. A courageous hummingbird defies fear and expectations in her attempt to save the forest from fire. The illustrated story is supplemented by a natural and cultural history of hummingbirds, as well as an inspiring message from Nobel Peace Prize winner Wangari Maathai. Based on a South American indigenous story.
Date Published:2010

Mad for ads : how advertising gets (and stays) in our heads

Fyvie, Erica, 1973-,


A visual handbook that guides kids through an ad-saturated world. This fact-packed exploration of how advertising works is a vital, entertaining peek behind the curtain of an industry that influences everything we see. Through sample ads, eye-catching illustrations and funny, relevant examples, readers will learn all about how to decode and think critically about ads, empowering them to make smart decisions. Topics covered include the history of advertising, how ads are created, the anatomy of an ad from brand logo to tagline, how advertisers use psychological tools to get our attention, the cultural impact of advertising and more. Kids will even explore how to build an ad and what goes into the creation of a personal brand.
Date Published:2021

A visual handbook that guides kids through an ad-saturated world. This fact-packed exploration of how advertising works is a vital, entertaining peek behind the curtain of an industry that influences everything we see. Through sample ads, eye-catching illustrations and funny, relevant examples, readers will learn all about how to decode and think critically about ads, empowering them to make smart decisions. Topics covered include the history of advertising, how ads are created, the anatomy of an ad from brand logo to tagline, how advertisers use psychological tools to get our attention, the cultural impact of advertising and more. Kids will even explore how to build an ad and what goes into the creation of a personal brand.

Date Published:2021

Learning about ads

Rustad, Martha E. H. (Martha Elizabeth Hillman), 1975-


A Capstone Interactive eBook. Ads sell -- Ads everywhere -- Be aware of ads. Introduces readers to the media literacy skills needed to evaluate and understand advertisements. Includes a hands-on activity related to media literacy.
Date Published:2015

The endocrine system, the reproductive system, human development.


"An introduction to the endocrine and reproductive systems of the human body, and human development in general--one of six volumes in a set titled WORLD BOOK'S HUMAN BODY WORKS. Includes illustrations, glossary, resource list, and index"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2007

Peter Lee's notes from the field

Ahn, Angela,


Eleven-year-old Peter Lee has one goal in life: to become a paleontologist. Okay, maybe two: to get his genius kid-sister, L. B., to leave him alone. But his summer falls apart when his real-life dinosaur expedition turns out to be a bust and he watches his dreams go up in a cloud of asthma-inducing dust. Even worse, his grandmother, Hammy, is sick, and no one will talk to Peter or L. B. about it. Perhaps his days as a scientist aren't quite behind him yet. Armed with notebooks and pens, Peter puts his observational and experimental skills to the test to see what he can do for Hammy.
Date Published:2021

Eleven-year-old Peter Lee has one goal in life: to become a paleontologist. Okay, maybe two: to get his genius kid-sister, L. B., to leave him alone. But his summer falls apart when his real-life dinosaur expedition turns out to be a bust and he watches his dreams go up in a cloud of asthma-inducing dust. Even worse, his grandmother, Hammy, is sick, and no one will talk to Peter or L. B. about it. Perhaps his days as a scientist aren't quite behind him yet. Armed with notebooks and pens, Peter puts his observational and experimental skills to the test to see what he can do for Hammy.

Date Published:2021

Martial arts legends

Gifford, Clive


Includes index.
Date Published:2009

Adjusting to a new school : tips for a smooth, successful transition


Learn all about helpful strategies for transitioning to a new school. Includes preparations and organization to alleviate anxiety, adjusting to a new school, transitioning from elementary school to middle school, transitioning from middle school to high school, and where to get help when you're having problems. Video and graphics reinforce important concepts.
Date Published:2023

Digestion and reproduction

Parker, Steve


Includes index.
Date Published:2005

Connolly, Sean, 1956-


Includes index. "Discusses the history of advertising and how businesses use advertising to targets consumers today, including print ads, TV ads, Internet ads, and viral marketing"
Date Published:2010

Made you look : how advertising works and why you should know

Graydon, Shari, 1958-



Date Published:2003

The little hummingbird

Yahgulanaas, Michael Nicoll.


Title proper from title frame. "Originally published under the title Flight of the hummingbird"--Colophon. A little hummingbird refuses to flee with the other animals when their forest home catches fire, and continues to fly back and forth to the stream, bringing one drop of water at a time to put on the blaze.
Date Published:2010

In real life

Doctorow, Cory


Adapted from a story by Cory Doctorow called 'Anda's Game'. Anda loves Coarsegold Online, the massively-multiplayer role playing game that she spends most of her free time on. It's a place where she can be a leader, a fighter, a hero. It's a place where she can meet people from all over the world, and make friends. But things become a lot more complicated when Anda befriends a gold farmer--a poor Chinese kid whose avatar in the game illegally collects valuable objects and then sells them to players from developed countries with money to burn. This behavior is strictly against the rules in Coarsegold, but Anda soon comes to realize that questions of right and wrong are a lot less straightforward when a real person's real livelihood is at stake.
Date Published:2014

Adapted from a story by Cory Doctorow called 'Anda's Game'. Anda loves Coarsegold Online, the massively-multiplayer role playing game that she spends most of her free time on. It's a place where she can be a leader, a fighter, a hero. It's a place where she can meet people from all over the world, and make friends. But things become a lot more complicated when Anda befriends a gold farmer--a poor Chinese kid whose avatar in the game illegally collects valuable objects and then sells them to players from developed countries with money to burn. This behavior is strictly against the rules in Coarsegold, but Anda soon comes to realize that questions of right and wrong are a lot less straightforward when a real person's real livelihood is at stake.

Date Published:2014

The martial arts book

Scandiffio, Laura


Includes index.
Date Published:2003

Eighth grade bites : a graphic novel

Lee, Tony, 1970-


For thirteen years, Vlad, aided by his aunt and best friend, has kept secret that he is half-vampire, but when his missing teacher is replaced by a sinister substitute, he learns that there is more to being a vampire, and to his parents' deaths, than he could have guessed.
Date Published:2012

Outlaw : the legend of Robin Hood : a graphic novel

Lee, Tony, 1970-


In graphic novel format, presents the adventures of the outlaw hero Robin Hood as he and his band of Merry Men defended the poor against the cruel tyranny of the Sheriff of Nottingham in Crusades-era England.
Date Published:2009

The world of birthdays

Wallace, Paula S.


Discusses how birthdays are celebrated in Australia, Brazil, Egypt, Germany, India, Japan, Mexico, Russia, South Africa, and the United States. Includes instructions for making a craft, game, or recipe from each country.
Date Published:2003

What is propaganda?

Doeden, Matt,


What is propaganda? -- Propaganda in history -- Propaganda and social media -- Spotting propaganda -- Fake news toolkit. Introduce readers to the concept of propaganda by analyzing examples from the past and present. This approachable overview includes tips on how to spot propaganda and how to respond to fake news.
Date Published:2020

Fate of flames

Raughley, Sarah.


Before they can save the world from the monstrous phantoms, four girls who have the power to control the classical elements: earth, air, fire, and water must first try to figure out how to work together.
Date Published:2016

Most Searched Titles

Tuatoru - Whiro: The Untold Tales of Tuteremoana Series.

Aunt Jemima to rebrand, end use of racist stereotype

The little hummingbird

Mad for ads : how advertising gets (and stays) in our heads

Learning about ads

The endocrine system, the reproductive system, human development.

Peter Lee's notes from the field

Martial arts legends

Adjusting to a new school : tips for a smooth, successful transition

Digestion and reproduction

Advertisements

Made you look : how advertising works and why you should know

The little hummingbird

In real life

The martial arts book

Eighth grade bites : a graphic novel

Outlaw : the legend of Robin Hood : a graphic novel

The world of birthdays

What is propaganda?

Fate of flames