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The LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 Discovery Book

Laurens Valk · No Starch Press; 1 edition

LEGO MINDSTORMS has changed the way we think about robotics by making it possible for anyone to build real, working robots. Begin with the basics as you build and program a simple robot to experiment with motors, sensors, and EV3 programming. Then you'll move on to a series of increasingly...
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How Does a Cloud Become a Thunderstorm?

Mike Graf · Raintree

How did ancient peoples explain thunderstorms? How does the Sun send ocean water up into the clouds? How do electric charges form in a storm cloud? This series explores the causes and effects that shape our world. From the underwater volcanoes that sprout into islands, to the rushing...
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The Violin and Other Stringed Instruments

Rita Storey · Smart Apple Media

Introduces children to groups of musical instruments and how they make music with them. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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Journey to Mars

David Baker , · Weigl Pub Inc

Book annotation not available for this title.Title: Journey to MarsAuthor: Baker, David/ Kissock, HeatherPublisher: Weigl Pub IncPublication Date: 2009/08/01Number of Pages: 32Binding Type: LIBRARYLibrary of Congress: 2008052055
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Nine Open Arms

Benny Lindelauf · Enchanted Lion Books
Format: Hardcover

The Boon family story and their indefatigable gallows humor are Benny Lindelauf's literary memorial to those persecuted by history.A ghost story, a fantasy, a historical novel, and literary fiction all wrapped into one, this highly awarded novel for young readers begins with the Boon family's...
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Gone Crazy in Alabama

Rita Williams-Garcia · Amistad
Pages: 293
Format: Print book

"Delphine, Vonetta, and Fern are off to Alabama to visit their grandmother, Big Ma, and her mother, Ma Charles. Across the way lives Ma Charles's half sister, Miss Trotter. The two half sisters haven't spoken in years. As Delphine hears about her family history, she uncovers the surprising...
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The League of Beastly Dreadfuls Book 1

Holly Grant · Random House Books for Young Readers
Pages: 320
Format: Hardcover

A creepy Victorian house, secretive aunties, and a great escape combine in this debut that is part Mysterious Benedict Society, part Roald Dahl, and all quirky, smart, hilarious storytelling. Join the League. . . . Anastasia is a completely average almost-eleven-year-old. That is, UNTIL...
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How to Build a Hovercraft: Air Cannons, Magnetic Motors, and 25 Other Amazing DIY Science Projects

Stephen Voltz · Chronicle Books

From the Coke and Mentos fountain makers who found initial fame via Maker Faire and YouTube more than 150 million views! comes this collection of DIY science projects guaranteed to inspire a love of experimentation. Fritz Grobe and Stephen Voltz, also known as EepyBird, share their favorite...
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Cool Sets & Props: How to Stage Your Very Own Show

Karen Latchana Kenney · Checkerboard Library

Offers instructions on creating scenery and props for theatrical productions, including information on backdrops, using cardboard boxes, and stage setting.Title: Cool Sets & PropsAuthor: Kenney, Karen LatchanaPublisher: Abdo GroupPublication Date: 2009/08/15Number of Pages: 32Binding Type:...
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