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The kindest red : a story of hijab and friendship

Muhammad, Ibtihaj, 1985-


Sisters Faizah and Asiyah learn how to spread kindness on school picture day.
Date Published:2023

The proudest blue : a story of hijab and family

Muhammad, Ibtihaj, 1985-,


Faizah relates how she feels on the first day her sister, sixth-grader Asiya, wears a hijab to school.
Date Published:2019

Counting on Katherine

Becker, Helaine,


"Christy Ottaviano books." You've likely heard of the historic Apollo 13 [mission]. But do you know about the mathematical genius who made sure that Apollo 13 returned safely home? As a child, Katherine Johnson loved to count. She counted the steps on the road, the number of dishes and spoons she washed in the kitchen sink, everything! Boundless, curious, and excited by calculations, young Katherine longed to know as much as she could about math, about the universe. From Katherine's early beginnings as a gifted student to her heroic accomplishments as a prominent mathematician at NASA, this is the story of a groundbreaking American woman who not only calculated the course of moon landings but, in turn, saved lives and made enormous contributions to history.
Date Published:2018

"Christy Ottaviano books." You've likely heard of the historic Apollo 13 [mission]. But do you know about the mathematical genius who made sure that Apollo 13 returned safely home? As a child, Katherine Johnson loved to count. She counted the steps on the road, the number of dishes and spoons she washed in the kitchen sink, everything! Boundless, curious, and excited by calculations, young Katherine longed to know as much as she could about math, about the universe. From Katherine's early beginnings as a gifted student to her heroic accomplishments as a prominent mathematician at NASA, this is the story of a groundbreaking American woman who not only calculated the course of moon landings but, in turn, saved lives and made enormous contributions to history.

Date Published:2018

Except when they don't

Gehl, Laura,


Illustrations and simple, rhyming text challenge the idea that boys and girls should each wear only certain colors or play with certain toys, and encourages them to be true to themselves.
Date Published:2019

Minecraft : beginner's handbook

Milton, Stephanie


"Official Minecraft beginner's handbook" --backcover.
Date Published:2013

The hidden kingdom

Sutherland, Tui, 1978-,


The five dragonets of the prophecy are hoping to hide in safety in the RainWing kingdom, and Glory is hoping to learn more about her own identity, but when tribe members start disappearing and the old queen does nothing, it is up to Glory and her friends to uncover the lurking evil.
Date Published:2025

Once upon an Eid : stories of hope and joy by 15 Muslim voices


Title proper from title frame. Perfect / Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow -- Yusuf and the great big brownie mistake / Aisha Saeed -- Kareem means "generous" / Asmaa Hussein -- Don'ut break tradition / S. K. Ali -- Just like chest armor / Candice Montgomery -- Gifts / Rukhsana Khan -- The feast of sacrifice / Hena Khan -- Seraj captures the Moon / G. Willow Wilson and Sara Alfageeh -- Searching for blue / N. H. Senzai -- Creative fixes / Ashley Franklin -- Taste / Hanna Alkaf -- Eid pictures / Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow -- Not only an only / Huda Al-Marashi -- Maya Madinah chooses joy / Ayesha Mattu -- Eid and pink bubble gum, Insha'Allah / Randa Abdel-Fatteh. ". . . a collection of short stories that showcases the most brilliant Muslim voices writing today, all about the most joyful holiday of the year: Eid! Eid: The short, single-syllable word conjures up a variety of feelings and memories for Muslims. Maybe it's waking up to the sound of frying samosas and simmering pistachio kheer, maybe it's the pleasure of putting on a new outfit for Eid prayers, or maybe it's the gift giving and holiday parties to come that day. Whatever it may be, for those who cherish this day of celebration, the emotional responses may be summed up in another short and sweet word: joy. The anthology will also include a poem, graphic-novel chapter, and spot illustrations"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2020

Title proper from title frame. Perfect / Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow -- Yusuf and the great big brownie mistake / Aisha Saeed -- Kareem means "generous" / Asmaa Hussein -- Don'ut break tradition / S. K. Ali -- Just like chest armor / Candice Montgomery -- Gifts / Rukhsana Khan -- The feast of sacrifice / Hena Khan -- Seraj captures the Moon / G. Willow Wilson and Sara Alfageeh -- Searching for blue / N. H. Senzai -- Creative fixes / Ashley Franklin -- Taste / Hanna Alkaf -- Eid pictures / Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow -- Not only an only / Huda Al-Marashi -- Maya Madinah chooses joy / Ayesha Mattu -- Eid and pink bubble gum, Insha'Allah / Randa Abdel-Fatteh. ". . . a collection of short stories that showcases the most brilliant Muslim voices writing today, all about the most joyful holiday of the year: Eid! Eid: The short, single-syllable word conjures up a variety of feelings and memories for Muslims. Maybe it's waking up to the sound of frying samosas and simmering pistachio kheer, maybe it's the pleasure of putting on a new outfit for Eid prayers, or maybe it's the gift giving and holiday parties to come that day. Whatever it may be, for those who cherish this day of celebration, the emotional responses may be summed up in another short and sweet word: joy. The anthology will also include a poem, graphic-novel chapter, and spot illustrations"--Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2020

The antiracist kitchen : 21 stories (and recipes)


Includes index. This illustrated nonfiction anthology is a collection of stories and recipes about antiracism from 21 North American children's authors.
Date Published:2023

Rescue rebellion

Stilton, Geronimo


Traveling to the planet Jurassix to warn its inhabitants of an imminent comet strike, Geronimo Stilton and his crew encounter ferocious, dinosaur-like beasts who have an appetite for rodents.
Date Published:2015

Norman Kwong


Norman Kwong est né à Calgary en 1929, et sa famille possédait et gérait une épicerie dans la communauté de Bridgeland-Riverside. Norman Kwong a commencé sa carrière de joueur de football professionnel un an après l'abrogation de la Loi d'exclusion des Chinois, lorsque les Canadiens d'origine chinoise ont obtenu le droit de voter aux élections fédérales. Norman Kwong a été le premier joueur d'origine chinoise de la LCF, jouant d'abord pour Calgary, et ensuite pour Edmonton. Lors de la 43e Coupe Grey, il a contribué à vaincre Montréal à 34 contre 19. Après sa carrière de joueur de football, il a été copropriétaire de l'équipe de hockey des Flames de Calgary et il est éventuellement devenu lieutenant-gouverneur de l'Alberta en 2005.
Date Published:2024

Norman Kwong est né à Calgary en 1929, et sa famille possédait et gérait une épicerie dans la communauté de Bridgeland-Riverside. Norman Kwong a commencé sa carrière de joueur de football professionnel un an après l'abrogation de la Loi d'exclusion des Chinois, lorsque les Canadiens d'origine chinoise ont obtenu le droit de voter aux élections fédérales. Norman Kwong a été le premier joueur d'origine chinoise de la LCF, jouant d'abord pour Calgary, et ensuite pour Edmonton. Lors de la 43e Coupe Grey, il a contribué à vaincre Montréal à 34 contre 19. Après sa carrière de joueur de football, il a été copropriétaire de l'équipe de hockey des Flames de Calgary et il est éventuellement devenu lieutenant-gouverneur de l'Alberta en 2005.

Date Published:2024

Problems vs symptoms


Problems vs. Symptoms is an eye-opening educational video that explores the distinction between symptoms and root problems, using climate change as an example. Drawing parallels to diagnosing an illness, the video sheds light on how symptoms like rising sea levels, droughts, and wildfires are indicators of a deeper issue: global warming caused by the greenhouse effect. It simplifies the complex concept of climate change by likening it to a medical scenario, wherein symptoms are signals of a more significant problem. By uncovering the core problem of increased greenhouse gas emissions disrupting the earth's natural balance, the video encourages students to address the root cause for lasting solutions, much like a doctor prescribing treatment for an illness. It emphasizes the importance of tackling the underlying issue of global warming to alleviate the symptoms of climate change, fostering a deeper understanding of this critical environmental challenge.
Date Published:2023

Problems vs. Symptoms is an eye-opening educational video that explores the distinction between symptoms and root problems, using climate change as an example. Drawing parallels to diagnosing an illness, the video sheds light on how symptoms like rising sea levels, droughts, and wildfires are indicators of a deeper issue: global warming caused by the greenhouse effect. It simplifies the complex concept of climate change by likening it to a medical scenario, wherein symptoms are signals of a more significant problem. By uncovering the core problem of increased greenhouse gas emissions disrupting the earth's natural balance, the video encourages students to address the root cause for lasting solutions, much like a doctor prescribing treatment for an illness. It emphasizes the importance of tackling the underlying issue of global warming to alleviate the symptoms of climate change, fostering a deeper understanding of this critical environmental challenge.

Date Published:2023

Top story

Yang, Kelly,


Mia Tang is at the top of her game! She's spending winter break with Mom, Lupe, Jason, and Hank in San Francisco's Chinatown! Rich with history and hilarious aunties and uncles, it's the place to find a great story--one she hopes to publish while attending journalism camp at the Tribune. But this trip has as many bumps as the hills of San Francisco... 1. Mia's camp is full of older kids, with famous relatives, fancy laptops, and major connections! Can she compete with just her pen and passion? 2. Lupe's thinking about skipping ahead to college! Will Mia ever get a chance to just chill with her best friend? 3. Jason's crushing hard on a new girl. For the first time ever, Mia is speechless...and jealous. Can she find the courage to tell Jason--gulp--that she has a crush on him? Even for the best writers, it's not always easy to find the right words. But if anyone can tell a top story, it's Mia Tang!
Date Published:2023

Mia Tang is at the top of her game! She's spending winter break with Mom, Lupe, Jason, and Hank in San Francisco's Chinatown! Rich with history and hilarious aunties and uncles, it's the place to find a great story--one she hopes to publish while attending journalism camp at the Tribune. But this trip has as many bumps as the hills of San Francisco... 1. Mia's camp is full of older kids, with famous relatives, fancy laptops, and major connections! Can she compete with just her pen and passion? 2. Lupe's thinking about skipping ahead to college! Will Mia ever get a chance to just chill with her best friend? 3. Jason's crushing hard on a new girl. For the first time ever, Mia is speechless...and jealous. Can she find the courage to tell Jason--gulp--that she has a crush on him? Even for the best writers, it's not always easy to find the right words. But if anyone can tell a top story, it's Mia Tang!

Date Published:2023

Thea Stilton and the great tulip heist

Stilton, Thea


"Based on an original idea by Elisabetta Dami"--T.p. verso. While Violet is taking an art class in Holland, her friends' father turns up missing. HIs disappearance is linked to a mysterious black tulip.
Date Published:2014

Nuclear energy : The solution for a green future?


Is nuclear power essential to achieving this energy transition? In order to reach climate goals, electricity production around the globe will have to be largely carbon-free in just over ten years. Turkey and Poland are both nuclear power newcomers. Their idea is to simply replace existing coal-fired power plants with nuclear power plants. In Silicon Valley, the founder of Oklo, Jacob DeWitte, wants to reinvent nuclear power with his startup. He is receiving support from prominent people, like Sam Altman, the co-inventor of Chat-GPT, who believes that only nuclear power will provide us with enough electricity for the AI revolution. We explore which raw materials are needed for nuclear power and why, since the Ukraine war, the business with fuel elements is flourishing again in Europe. Russia once more plays a big role. The country is the world's biggest player in the nuclear power business. Does the West need to catch up in terms of nuclear power in order not to be dependent on Russia again in the future?
Date Published:2023

Is nuclear power essential to achieving this energy transition? In order to reach climate goals, electricity production around the globe will have to be largely carbon-free in just over ten years. Turkey and Poland are both nuclear power newcomers. Their idea is to simply replace existing coal-fired power plants with nuclear power plants. In Silicon Valley, the founder of Oklo, Jacob DeWitte, wants to reinvent nuclear power with his startup. He is receiving support from prominent people, like Sam Altman, the co-inventor of Chat-GPT, who believes that only nuclear power will provide us with enough electricity for the AI revolution. We explore which raw materials are needed for nuclear power and why, since the Ukraine war, the business with fuel elements is flourishing again in Europe. Russia once more plays a big role. The country is the world's biggest player in the nuclear power business. Does the West need to catch up in terms of nuclear power in order not to be dependent on Russia again in the future?

Date Published:2023

Minecraft : combat handbook

Milton, Stephanie


"Mojang" Includes webography. This comprehensive handbook will teach readers everything they need to know about defense from hostile monsters and enemy players in the elaborate world of Minecraft. Learn how to build a fort, craft armour and weapons, set mob traps, defeat enemies in combat, as well as how to battle your way out of "the Nether" and "the End."
Date Published:2014

I'm too fond of my fur!

Stilton, Geronimo


Geronimo is determined to prove that he's a true friend, even if it means climbing Mouse Everest! Professor Paws von Volt needs him, so Geronimo sets out on an epic rescue mission with the help of his crazy family. But what is that looming shadow following him? And why is Geronimo the only mouse to see it?
Date Published:2020

The Bad Guys in Intergalactic gas

Blabey, Aaron


The bad news? The world is ending. The good news? The Bad Guys are back to save it! Sure, they might have to "borrow" a rocket. And there might be something nasty in one of the spacesuits. And Mr. Piranha miiiiight have eaten too many bean burritos. Surviving this mission may only be one small step for man, but it's one giant leap for the Bad Guys.
Date Published:2018

Are you a cheeseburger?

Arnaldo, Monica,


Grub is a lonely raccoon rumbling in the trash for food. Seed is a seed patiently waiting in the trash, hoping someone will plant it. When the two finally meet, they realize they might be able to help each other! Grub wonders what Seed will grow, and is hoping it's Grub's favorite food, mouthwatering cheeseburgers.
Date Published:2021

Paws off, cheddarface!

Stilton, Geronimo


Geronimo's got company, and not in a good way. With two Geronimos on the loose in New Mouse City, things quickly get VERY confusing. Geronimo has to find this imposter, and soon! But who is he? And what does he want with The Rodent's Gazette? Geronimo needs answers before it's too late for his beloved newspaper and his reputation!
Date Published:2020

The greenhouse effect


This video explains the Earth's natural mechanism for temperature regulation. Delving into the concept of a protective atmospheric layer composed of greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide and methane, the video illustrates how this mechanism keeps the planet at a stable temperature. It vividly depicts the delicate balance maintained by these gases and highlights how human activities impacting these gases can disrupt this equilibrium, leading to global warming and significant environmental changes.
Date Published:2023

This video explains the Earth's natural mechanism for temperature regulation. Delving into the concept of a protective atmospheric layer composed of greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide and methane, the video illustrates how this mechanism keeps the planet at a stable temperature. It vividly depicts the delicate balance maintained by these gases and highlights how human activities impacting these gases can disrupt this equilibrium, leading to global warming and significant environmental changes.

Date Published:2023