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(0)Joyce L Markovics
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What is made of colossal concrete blocks and holds back a huge lake? If you guessed the Hoover Dam, you're right! This book introduces early readers to a mystery American place by describing its features, one by one, using short simple sentences and eye-popping full-color photos. At the end of the book, the secret place is revealed across a colorful, two-page spread. Young children will love showing off their beginning reading skills as they learn...
85) Lizzo
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"Lizzo is a groundbreaking musician. This talented singer, rapper, and flutist spreads joy with her music. She encourages her fans to accept and love themselves-no matter their size, skin color, or gender. This book explores her life and music. A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, selection of greatest hits, and sidebars are included in this title"--
86) Spike Lee
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"Spike Lee is a groundbreaking moviemaker. While tackling important issues, he helped change the way Black stories are told on film. He has also inspired the next generation of filmmakers. This book explores his life and his fascinating films. A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, filmography, and sidebars are included in this title"--
88) Bog mummies
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"Bog mummies hold fascinating secrets. They teach us hidden facts about the past. This narrative nonfiction book examines bog mummies from all over Europe. Look inside to unearth these ancient treasures! Each book includes a table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and mummy map."--
89) Egyptian mummies
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"Egyptian mummies hold fascinating secrets. They teach us hidden facts about the past. This narrative nonfiction book examines Egyptian mummies and the mummification process. Look inside to unwrap these ancient treasures! Each book includes a table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and mummy map"--
90) Okapis
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"This high-interest narrative nonfiction title introduces young readers to okapis--rare giraffe-like animals that live in African forests--and an amazing scientist who studies them. This book is packed with exciting wildlife encounters, basic facts about okapis, and first-hand accounts from a scientist at work in the field. Each book includes a table of contents, sidebars, glossary of key words, fast facts, index, and author biography"--
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"Did you know that fireflies and some other insects, including glowworms, make their own light? This amazing ability is called bioluminescence. Some glow to attract mates, scare off predators, or find food. Look inside to learn all about fireflies and glowworms-and get ready for a glow show! This book includes a table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and a feature about related glowing creatures"--
93) Deep-sea fish
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"Did you know that many deep-sea fish make their own light? This amazing ability is called bioluminescence. Some dangle a lighted lure to find prey, while others glow to scare off predators or attract mates. Look inside to learn all about bioluminescent deep-sea fish-and get ready for a glow show! This book includes a table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and a feature about related glowing creatures"--
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The glowing moon peeks from behind a massive stone house. The front door slowly creaks open. A feeling of gloom swells from inside the home. There's an ear-splitting shriek! What horror has overtaken this ghastly gothic mansion? In the 11 gothic mansions in this book, you will explore a mansion lit up by phantom fires, the stately site of a brutal double murder, a cliff-side castle where the ghost of a girl lingers, a house filled with human remains,...
98) Modern mummies
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"Modern mummies hold fascinating secrets. They teach us hidden facts about different cultures. This narrative nonfiction book examines modern mummies from all over the world. Look inside to uncover these modern treasures! Each book includes a table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and mummy map."--
99) Ava DuVernay
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"Ava DuVernay is a groundbreaking moviemaker. In her films, she examines the Black experience and fights for justice. She was also the first African American woman to win Best Director at the Sundance Film Festival. This book explores her life and her fascinating films. A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, filmography, and sidebars are included in this title"--
100) Sled dogs
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"In this book, young readers will learn about sled dogs."--