Elizabeth Warren was the first woman senator elected in Massachusetts in 2013. But before she took that role, she was a respected professor of law. She has no fear of speaking up when she sees something she feels is wrong. Learn more about this powerful voice in the United States Senate.
Capstone Press
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9781543571820
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Paperback
Judaism
By Hessel-mial, Michael
As one of the world's oldest still practiced religions, Judaism has an illustrious history of fascinating, yet often misunderstood, beliefs and practices. Though it has only fourteen million followers today, Judaism is the basis of the Abrahamic religions, and as such influenced the core teachings of Christianity and Islam. The beautiful, colorful spreads in this elementary-level text offer readers a clear, yet thorough survey of Judaism's history, practices, and teachings. The significance of Rosh Hashana, Passover, and other Jewish festivals is covered, as well as cultural movements such as Zionism. Readers will also learn of atrocities carried out against the Jewish people, including the Holocaust, and learn about episodes of Anti-Semitism.
Britannica Educational Pub
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9781508106876
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Library Binding
12 Tips for Managing Stress and Anxiety
By Spalding, Maddie
Offers readers 12 tips for managing stress and anxiety, including practicing time management, staying active, and keeping a journal. Full-color spreads give readers essential facts about each tip, its benefits, and how the reader can get started today.
12-Story Library
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9781632353665
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Print book
Giant Huntsman Spiders
By Shofner, Melissa RaeĢ
If a spider has giant in its name, its bound to terrorize people of all ages. These large arachnids are the worlds largest spider by leg span. Whats morethey dont build webs! Instead, they hunt down their prey like so many other predators. Through full-color photographs of these dazzling creatures and engaging text, readers explore the world of the giant huntsman to learn how and where they live, and just how large these monster creatures can grow.
Gareth Stevens Pub
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9781538202098
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Paperback
The Culture and Recipes of France
By Kelly, Tracey
The French are known for their incredible culinary masterpieces. Now, readers can boast they can cook like a French chef, and even create an entire feast, including an Alsace onion tart, crepes Suzette, and chocolate mousse! But food is just one part of the French experience, as this intriguing volume conveys. Geography, farming, daily life, festivals, and other parts of French culture are all part of this expedition of the fascinating country. Vivid photographs reflect important social studies concepts, while fact boxes highlight truly captivating information.
PowerKids Press
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9781499432572
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Library Binding
Lacrosse
By Small, Cathleen
Lacrosse is a sport that has been around for a long time. Originating with the Native American Indians, this sport is fast paced and men's leagues in particular can be very aggressive. Readers have fun learning the ins and outs of this sport, the culture behind it, and the strategies of both offensive and defensive players. In this colorful book, readers find out that lacrosse is both an art and a science, and the best players are the ones who use their mind to find the balance between both.
Gareth Stevens Pub
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9781538225332
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Library Binding
The Invisible Fran
By Benton, Jim
Two heads...Are dumber than one.
Simon & Schuster Books For Young Readers
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9780689862939
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Hardcover
Disney Magical Dance Volume 1
By Kodaka, Nao
A young girl joins a dancing competition with her fellow students and soon realizes that she has two left feet! She spends a lot of time practicing but is discouraged by her results. Because of the young girl's passion and dedication, Tinker Bell appears to grant her a wish. When Tinker Bell casts a spell on a magical card, the young girl enters the magical world of Disney and learns the joys of dancing!
Tokyopop
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9781427856777
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Paperback
Body Image
By Grogan, Sarah
Fully revised and updated, Body Image 4th Edition provides a comprehensive summary of research on body image in men, women, and children drawing together research findings from the fields of psychology, sociology, and gender studies.The new edition presents all the latest research on body image including work on technology and body image, interventions to reduce body dissatisfaction, and links between body image, BMI, and clothing availability. Including data from interviews and focus groups with men, women, and children who have spoken about body image and its impact on the rest of their lives, the book explores a range of important contemporary issues, including the effects of social media and selfie-taking on body image, the work of activists and academics who are trying to change how the fashion industry presents women's bodies, and new work investigating impacts of whole-body scanning technology and game-play avatars on appearance concern.
Routledge
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9780367569495
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4th Edition
Old Jails
By Bodden, Valerie
Are you scared of the dark? Does being in a spooky place make you want to run and hide? Usually, the more you know about something, the less afraid you are apt to be. With that in mind, Creep Out explains the function or purpose of six types of potentially frightening places, demystifying their key features and distinctive elements while introducing famous examples that a reader could encounter in real lifeor perhaps explore virtually from behind the safety of a computer screen. A scene-setting diagram closes each book, highlighting some of the elements common to the particular place. Feel goosebumps begin to form as this title explores old jails around the world, surveying common jail and prison features and creepy stories about these places.
Elizabeth Warren
By Gabriel, Dani
Elizabeth Warren was the first woman senator elected in Massachusetts in 2013. But before she took that role, she was a respected professor of law. She has no fear of speaking up when she sees something she feels is wrong. Learn more about this powerful voice in the United States Senate.
Judaism
By Hessel-mial, Michael
As one of the world's oldest still practiced religions, Judaism has an illustrious history of fascinating, yet often misunderstood, beliefs and practices. Though it has only fourteen million followers today, Judaism is the basis of the Abrahamic religions, and as such influenced the core teachings of Christianity and Islam. The beautiful, colorful spreads in this elementary-level text offer readers a clear, yet thorough survey of Judaism's history, practices, and teachings. The significance of Rosh Hashana, Passover, and other Jewish festivals is covered, as well as cultural movements such as Zionism. Readers will also learn of atrocities carried out against the Jewish people, including the Holocaust, and learn about episodes of Anti-Semitism.
12 Tips for Managing Stress and Anxiety
By Spalding, Maddie
Offers readers 12 tips for managing stress and anxiety, including practicing time management, staying active, and keeping a journal. Full-color spreads give readers essential facts about each tip, its benefits, and how the reader can get started today.
Giant Huntsman Spiders
By Shofner, Melissa RaeĢ
If a spider has giant in its name, its bound to terrorize people of all ages. These large arachnids are the worlds largest spider by leg span. Whats morethey dont build webs! Instead, they hunt down their prey like so many other predators. Through full-color photographs of these dazzling creatures and engaging text, readers explore the world of the giant huntsman to learn how and where they live, and just how large these monster creatures can grow.
The Culture and Recipes of France
By Kelly, Tracey
The French are known for their incredible culinary masterpieces. Now, readers can boast they can cook like a French chef, and even create an entire feast, including an Alsace onion tart, crepes Suzette, and chocolate mousse! But food is just one part of the French experience, as this intriguing volume conveys. Geography, farming, daily life, festivals, and other parts of French culture are all part of this expedition of the fascinating country. Vivid photographs reflect important social studies concepts, while fact boxes highlight truly captivating information.
Lacrosse
By Small, Cathleen
Lacrosse is a sport that has been around for a long time. Originating with the Native American Indians, this sport is fast paced and men's leagues in particular can be very aggressive. Readers have fun learning the ins and outs of this sport, the culture behind it, and the strategies of both offensive and defensive players. In this colorful book, readers find out that lacrosse is both an art and a science, and the best players are the ones who use their mind to find the balance between both.
The Invisible Fran
By Benton, Jim
Two heads...Are dumber than one.
Disney Magical Dance Volume 1
By Kodaka, Nao
A young girl joins a dancing competition with her fellow students and soon realizes that she has two left feet! She spends a lot of time practicing but is discouraged by her results. Because of the young girl's passion and dedication, Tinker Bell appears to grant her a wish. When Tinker Bell casts a spell on a magical card, the young girl enters the magical world of Disney and learns the joys of dancing!
Body Image
By Grogan, Sarah
Fully revised and updated, Body Image 4th Edition provides a comprehensive summary of research on body image in men, women, and children drawing together research findings from the fields of psychology, sociology, and gender studies.The new edition presents all the latest research on body image including work on technology and body image, interventions to reduce body dissatisfaction, and links between body image, BMI, and clothing availability. Including data from interviews and focus groups with men, women, and children who have spoken about body image and its impact on the rest of their lives, the book explores a range of important contemporary issues, including the effects of social media and selfie-taking on body image, the work of activists and academics who are trying to change how the fashion industry presents women's bodies, and new work investigating impacts of whole-body scanning technology and game-play avatars on appearance concern.
Old Jails
By Bodden, Valerie
Are you scared of the dark? Does being in a spooky place make you want to run and hide? Usually, the more you know about something, the less afraid you are apt to be. With that in mind, Creep Out explains the function or purpose of six types of potentially frightening places, demystifying their key features and distinctive elements while introducing famous examples that a reader could encounter in real lifeor perhaps explore virtually from behind the safety of a computer screen. A scene-setting diagram closes each book, highlighting some of the elements common to the particular place. Feel goosebumps begin to form as this title explores old jails around the world, surveying common jail and prison features and creepy stories about these places.