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Little legends : exceptional men in Black history

Harrison, Vashti


Among these biographies, readers will find aviators and artists, politicians and pop stars, athletes and activists. The exceptional men featured include artist Aaron Douglas, civil rights leader John Lewis, dancer Alvin Ailey, filmmaker Oscar Micheaux, musician Prince, photographer Gordon Parks, tennis champion Arthur Ashe, and writer James Baldwin.
Date Published:2019

Middle school, the worst years of my life

Patterson, James, 1947-


When Rafe Khatchadorian enters middle school, he teams up with his best friend, "Leo the Silent," to create a game to make school more fun by trying to break every rule in the school's code of conduct.
Date Published:2016

Storms

Goin, Miriam


Weather! -- Thunder and lightning -- Hailstorm -- Tornado -- Sandstorm -- Blizzard -- Monsoon -- Hurricane -- Out of this world! -- Guess! -- House for a storm -- Wild animals, wild weather -- Glossary. Looks at all the big storms created by Mother Nature run amuk--from lightning and thunder to monsoons, hurricanes, and tornadoes. Features superlatives, jokes, and best of all, the incredible photographs available only from National Geographic.
Date Published:2009

Weather! -- Thunder and lightning -- Hailstorm -- Tornado -- Sandstorm -- Blizzard -- Monsoon -- Hurricane -- Out of this world! -- Guess! -- House for a storm -- Wild animals, wild weather -- Glossary. Looks at all the big storms created by Mother Nature run amuk--from lightning and thunder to monsoons, hurricanes, and tornadoes. Features superlatives, jokes, and best of all, the incredible photographs available only from National Geographic.

Date Published:2009

Volcanoes!

Schreiber, Anne



Date Published:2008

Titanic : the disaster that shocked the world!

Dubowski, Mark,


Includes index. Describes, in easy-to-read text, the disastrous 1912 sinking of the world's largest ocean liner after colliding with an iceberg during its maiden voyage.
Date Published:2015

Luke Skywalker's amazing story

Beecroft, Simon


At head of title: Star Wars. Includes index. Luke Skywalker as a young man is met by Obi-Wan Kenobi, who has received a message from Princess Leia that she is being held by Darth Vader, and Luke is joined by Hans Solo and Chewbacca as they attempt to rescue her and confront Luke's father.
Date Published:2009

New adventures

Fentiman, David


At head of title: Star Wars, the force awakens. Includes index. The Force Awakens is set approximately 30 years after the events of Return of the Jedi, and features new leads Finn, Rey, and Poe Dameron alongside characters returning from previous Star Wars films.
Date Published:2015

Tales of the Rebellion.


"'Catch that Jedi,' 'Operation : Later Vader,' and 'A most dangerous droid' written by Ace Landers."--Frontispiece. . What you should know about the rebels and their missions -- The brave crew -- The first victory -- The final battle -- Catch that Jedi -- Operation : Later Vader -- A most dangerous droid -- Glossary. "As a protocol droid, I prefer to stay out of trouble. Easier said than done. My friends are always getting themselves involved in rebel missions, and I'm usually taken along for the ride!" -- Page [4] of cover.
Date Published:2016

"'Catch that Jedi,' 'Operation : Later Vader,' and 'A most dangerous droid' written by Ace Landers."--Frontispiece. . What you should know about the rebels and their missions -- The brave crew -- The first victory -- The final battle -- Catch that Jedi -- Operation : Later Vader -- A most dangerous droid -- Glossary. "As a protocol droid, I prefer to stay out of trouble. Easier said than done. My friends are always getting themselves involved in rebel missions, and I'm usually taken along for the ride!" -- Page [4] of cover.

Date Published:2016

I am Rosa Parks

Meltzer, Brad



Date Published:2014

Bad kitty goes to the vet

Bruel, Nick,


Even the best bad kitties can get sick, and when it happens, it means just one thing: a visit to the vet!
Date Published:2016

The kids book of Aboriginal peoples in Canada

Silvey, Diane.


Provides a unique and balanced look at the cultures, struggles and triumphs of Canada's first peoples.
Date Published:2012

The very brave bear

Bland, Nick, 1973-


He's been cranky, hungry, and itchy and now Bear will need to prove that he is truly brave. While balancing in the bog, Bear is startled (but not frightened!) by Buffalo. He is a brave bear, but could Buffalo be even braver? A challenge begins, with great feats of bravery, but when the two competitors find themselves in front of a very scary cave, they will have to find a way to be very brave together.
Date Published:2014

He's been cranky, hungry, and itchy and now Bear will need to prove that he is truly brave. While balancing in the bog, Bear is startled (but not frightened!) by Buffalo. He is a brave bear, but could Buffalo be even braver? A challenge begins, with great feats of bravery, but when the two competitors find themselves in front of a very scary cave, they will have to find a way to be very brave together.

Date Published:2014

From the heart of Africa : a book of wisdom

Walters, Eric, 1957-,


A collection of African wisdom gorgeously illustrated by artists from Ghana, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Canada, the United States and more.
Date Published:2018

Amelia Earhart : the legend of the lost aviator

Tanaka, Shelley


Ever since Amelia Earhart and her plane disappeared on July 2, 1937, people have wanted to know more about this remarkable woman. Amelia Earhart follows the charismatic aviator from her first sight of an airplane at the age of ten to the last radio transmission she made before she vanished. Illustrated with original artworks, contemporary photographs, quotes, and details, this is a great introduction to the famous pilot.
Date Published:2008

Ever since Amelia Earhart and her plane disappeared on July 2, 1937, people have wanted to know more about this remarkable woman. Amelia Earhart follows the charismatic aviator from her first sight of an airplane at the age of ten to the last radio transmission she made before she vanished. Illustrated with original artworks, contemporary photographs, quotes, and details, this is a great introduction to the famous pilot.

Date Published:2008

I lost my talk

Joe, Rita, 1932-2007,


One of Rita Joe's most influential poems, "I Lost My Talk" tells the revered Mi'kmaw Elder's childhood story of losing her language while a resident of the residential school in Shubenacadie, Nova Scotia. An often quoted piece in this era of truth and reconciliation, Joe's powerful words explore and celebrate the survival of Mi'kmaw culture and language despite its attempted eradication. Includes a biography of Rita Joe and striking colour illustrations by Mi'kmaw artist Pauline Young.
Date Published:2019

One of Rita Joe's most influential poems, "I Lost My Talk" tells the revered Mi'kmaw Elder's childhood story of losing her language while a resident of the residential school in Shubenacadie, Nova Scotia. An often quoted piece in this era of truth and reconciliation, Joe's powerful words explore and celebrate the survival of Mi'kmaw culture and language despite its attempted eradication. Includes a biography of Rita Joe and striking colour illustrations by Mi'kmaw artist Pauline Young.

Date Published:2019

Mommy, am I pretty?

Denomme, Margot L.


"Mommy, am I pretty?" is designed to encourage dialogue between parents, grandparents, caregivers, teachers, and young children with a view to empower and teach them that true beauty lies within each and every one of them. Once there was a girl named Molly who wondered what it meant to be pretty. So she asked her mother, "Mommy, am I pretty?" Molly learns that being pretty means much more than how you look on the outside.
Date Published:2013

"Mommy, am I pretty?" is designed to encourage dialogue between parents, grandparents, caregivers, teachers, and young children with a view to empower and teach them that true beauty lies within each and every one of them. Once there was a girl named Molly who wondered what it meant to be pretty. So she asked her mother, "Mommy, am I pretty?" Molly learns that being pretty means much more than how you look on the outside.

Date Published:2013

Nina : jazz legend and civil-rights activist Nina Simone

Brière-Haquet, Alice, 1979-



Date Published:2017

Meet Viola Desmond

MacLeod, Elizabeth,


Meet Viola Desmond, community leader and early civil rights trailblazer! On the night of November 8th 1946, Nova Scotia businesswoman Viola Desmond stood up for her right to be in the "unofficial" whites-only section of a New Glasgow movie theatre . . . and was arrested for it. Supported by the Nova Scotia Association for the Advancement of Coloured People (NSCAACP) and the black-owned newspaper The Clarion, Viola took her quest for the right to freedom from discrimination to the courts. While she ultimately did not succeed, she was a beacon to other early civil-rights activists. Her sister Wanda worked hard to promote Viola's legacy, which has finally been honoured by Viola's inclusion on the new Canadian $10 bill.
Date Published:2018

Meet Viola Desmond, community leader and early civil rights trailblazer! On the night of November 8th 1946, Nova Scotia businesswoman Viola Desmond stood up for her right to be in the "unofficial" whites-only section of a New Glasgow movie theatre . . . and was arrested for it. Supported by the Nova Scotia Association for the Advancement of Coloured People (NSCAACP) and the black-owned newspaper The Clarion, Viola took her quest for the right to freedom from discrimination to the courts. While she ultimately did not succeed, she was a beacon to other early civil-rights activists. Her sister Wanda worked hard to promote Viola's legacy, which has finally been honoured by Viola's inclusion on the new Canadian $10 bill.

Date Published:2018

Little Sid : the tiny prince who became Buddha

Lendler, Ian,


In this charming picture book, Lendler and Bouma offer a heartwarming accountof the childhood of the Buddha with delightful prose and lyrical artwork thatweave traditional Buddhist fables into a classic new tale of mindfulness, themeaning of life, and awakening. Full color.
Date Published:2018

The undefeated

Alexander, Kwame,


"The Newbery Award-winning author of The Crossover pens an ode to black American triumph and tribulation, with art from a two-time Caldecott Honoree"--
Date Published:2018