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Yellow

Anderson, Moira (Moira Wilshin)


Includes index. What is yellow? -- What foods are yellow? -- What yellow clothes can I wear? -- What is yellow at home? -- What is yellow on the road? -- What is yellow in the park? -- What yellow things are on a farm? -- What yellow things are at the beach? -- How do people use yellow at work? -- Quiz. Photographs and text provide answers to questions about things that are yellow.
Date Published:2006

Eldest

Paolini, Christopher.


Map on endpapers. School Library Journal, October 2005. Publishers Weekly, July 2005. Booklist, August 2005. Horn Book, April 2006. Voice of Youth Advocates (V.O.Y.A.), December 2005. Kirkus Review, July 2005. Library Media Connection, February 2006. Kliatt Starred, May 2007. Christian Library, September 2005. After successfully evading an Urgals ambush, Eragon is adopted into the Ingeitum clan and sent to finish his training so he can further help the Varden in their struggle against the Empire.
Date Published:2005

Map on endpapers. School Library Journal, October 2005. Publishers Weekly, July 2005. Booklist, August 2005. Horn Book, April 2006. Voice of Youth Advocates (V.O.Y.A.), December 2005. Kirkus Review, July 2005. Library Media Connection, February 2006. Kliatt Starred, May 2007. Christian Library, September 2005. After successfully evading an Urgals ambush, Eragon is adopted into the Ingeitum clan and sent to finish his training so he can further help the Varden in their struggle against the Empire.

Date Published:2005

School trip

Craft, Jerry.


"Ages 8-12"--Back cover. Companion to New Kid. School Library Journal starred, February 2023. Horn Book Starred, May 2023. Pub Weekly, March 2023. Kirkus Starred, February 2023. "Eighth grader Drew Ellis recognizes that he isn't afforded the same opportunities, no matter how hard he works, that his privileged classmates at the Riverdale Academy Day School take for granted, and to make matters worse, Drew begins to feel as if his good friend Liam might be one of those privileged kids and is finding it hard not to withdraw, even as their mutual friend Jordan tries to keep their group of friends together"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2023

"Ages 8-12"--Back cover. Companion to New Kid. School Library Journal starred, February 2023. Horn Book Starred, May 2023. Pub Weekly, March 2023. Kirkus Starred, February 2023. "Eighth grader Drew Ellis recognizes that he isn't afforded the same opportunities, no matter how hard he works, that his privileged classmates at the Riverdale Academy Day School take for granted, and to make matters worse, Drew begins to feel as if his good friend Liam might be one of those privileged kids and is finding it hard not to withdraw, even as their mutual friend Jordan tries to keep their group of friends together"--Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2023

A tale dark & Grimm

Gidwitz, Adam.


Wilson's Children, September 2011. Wilson's Junior High School, September 2011. School Library Journal starred, November 2010. Notable/Best Books (A.L.A.), January 2011. Pub Weekly, October 2010. Booklist, November 2010. New York Times, November 2010. Horn Book, January 2011. Bulletin (Center for Children's Books), December 2010. Kirkus Review, October 2010. Follows Hansel and Gretel as they walk out of their own story and into eight more tales, encountering such wicked creatures as witches, along with kindly strangers and other helpful folk. Based in part on the Grimms' fairy tales Faithful Johannes, Hansel and Gretel, The seven ravens, Brother and sister, The robber bridegroom, and The devil and his three golden hairs.
Date Published:2010

Wilson's Children, September 2011. Wilson's Junior High School, September 2011. School Library Journal starred, November 2010. Notable/Best Books (A.L.A.), January 2011. Pub Weekly, October 2010. Booklist, November 2010. New York Times, November 2010. Horn Book, January 2011. Bulletin (Center for Children's Books), December 2010. Kirkus Review, October 2010. Follows Hansel and Gretel as they walk out of their own story and into eight more tales, encountering such wicked creatures as witches, along with kindly strangers and other helpful folk. Based in part on the Grimms' fairy tales Faithful Johannes, Hansel and Gretel, The seven ravens, Brother and sister, The robber bridegroom, and The devil and his three golden hairs.

Date Published:2010

Do not pass go

Hill, Kirkpatrick


Wilson's Junior High School, January 2010. School Library Journal, March 2007. Publisher's Weekly, January 2007. Booklist, December 2006. Horn Book, October 2007. Bulletin (Center for Children's books), February 2007. Voice of Youth Advocates (V.O.Y.A.), April 2007. Kirkus Review, December 2006. When Deet's father is jailed for using drugs, Deet learns that prison is not what he expected, nor are other people necessarily the way he thought they were.
Date Published:2007

Wilson's Junior High School, January 2010. School Library Journal, March 2007. Publisher's Weekly, January 2007. Booklist, December 2006. Horn Book, October 2007. Bulletin (Center for Children's books), February 2007. Voice of Youth Advocates (V.O.Y.A.), April 2007. Kirkus Review, December 2006. When Deet's father is jailed for using drugs, Deet learns that prison is not what he expected, nor are other people necessarily the way he thought they were.

Date Published:2007

Earth science fair projects, revised and expanded using the scientific method

Calhoun, Yael.


Includes chronology. The early planet - To build a planet - Earth's materials - To shape a planet. Volcanoes, mountains, and earthquakes! Fossils, glaciers, and crystals! Earth science has so many fun topics to explore, and this book is the best place to start understanding geology. Young scientists will learn about the Earth's layers, understand the forces that change our planet's surface, and explore how rocks, minerals, and crystals form. For students interested in competing in science fairs, the book contains lots of great suggestions and ideas for further experiments.
Date Published:2010

Includes chronology. The early planet - To build a planet - Earth's materials - To shape a planet. Volcanoes, mountains, and earthquakes! Fossils, glaciers, and crystals! Earth science has so many fun topics to explore, and this book is the best place to start understanding geology. Young scientists will learn about the Earth's layers, understand the forces that change our planet's surface, and explore how rocks, minerals, and crystals form. For students interested in competing in science fairs, the book contains lots of great suggestions and ideas for further experiments.

Date Published:2010

Earth science fair projects : using rocks, minerals, magnets, mud, and more /

Calhoun, Yael.


Wilson's Junior High School, January 2010. Booklist, November 2005. Horn Book, April 2006. Catholic Library World, September 2006. Contains a collection of science fair project ideas, exploring the various topics of geology and earth science, with information on rocks, minerals, crystals, and related topics. Includes glossary and a list of sources for materials.
Date Published:2005

Teen depression

Martin, Michael, 1948-


The hopeless disease -- More than sadness -- Down in the dumps: why teens get depressed -- Helpless and hopeless: the signs of depression -- When depression turns deadly -- Restoring hope: treating depression -- Keeping the blues at bay. Library Media Connection starred, October 2005. Voice of Youth Advocates (V.O.Y.A.), June 2005. Presents a comprehensive examination of depression among teens and analyzes the factors that contribute to their depression, how to recognize the signs of depression, and how to restore hope.
Date Published:2005

The hopeless disease -- More than sadness -- Down in the dumps: why teens get depressed -- Helpless and hopeless: the signs of depression -- When depression turns deadly -- Restoring hope: treating depression -- Keeping the blues at bay. Library Media Connection starred, October 2005. Voice of Youth Advocates (V.O.Y.A.), June 2005. Presents a comprehensive examination of depression among teens and analyzes the factors that contribute to their depression, how to recognize the signs of depression, and how to restore hope.

Date Published:2005

Roberto Clemente

Franchino, Vicky.


Library Media Connection, April 2008. A brief biography of Roberto Clemente Major League Baseball right fielder for the Pittsburgh Pirates, who died in a plane crash in 1972 while delivering aid to earthquake victims in Nicaragua.
Date Published:2008

Celine Dion

Hill, Anne E., 1974-


Reviews the life and work of pop singer Celine Dion, from her childhood in a large family living near Montreal, Canada, to superstardom and how she integrates that with her personal life and dreams.
Date Published:2004

The Hindenburg.

Stacey, Thomas


Examines the aerial disaster of the Hindenburg zeppelin from a historical, scientific, and human perspective. Includes bibliographical references (p. 61) and index.
Date Published:1990

Forensic scientists : life investigating sudden death /

Murdico, Suzanne J.


Booklist, December 2004. Examines the careers available in the field of forensics, discussing the necessary education, training, and on-the-job duties.
Date Published:2004

Wolf on the fold

Clarke, Judith, 1943-


"First published by Silverfish, an imprint of Duffy & Snellgrove, in 2000. Published by Allen & Unwin in 2001"--T.p. verso. Wolf on the fold -- The city of love -- Reading problems -- Dhilkusha -- Jerusalem the golden -- Chocolate icing. Wilson's Junior High School, November 2005. Publisher's Weekly, June 2002. Kirkus Starred, May 2002. Booklist, September 2002. Bulletin (Center for Children's books), October 2002. Voice of Youth Advocates (V.O.Y.A.), October 2002. Kliatt, July 2002. A collection of six short stories by Judith Clarke which span seventy years and involve defining moments in each character's life.
Date Published:2000

"First published by Silverfish, an imprint of Duffy & Snellgrove, in 2000. Published by Allen & Unwin in 2001"--T.p. verso. Wolf on the fold -- The city of love -- Reading problems -- Dhilkusha -- Jerusalem the golden -- Chocolate icing. Wilson's Junior High School, November 2005. Publisher's Weekly, June 2002. Kirkus Starred, May 2002. Booklist, September 2002. Bulletin (Center for Children's books), October 2002. Voice of Youth Advocates (V.O.Y.A.), October 2002. Kliatt, July 2002. A collection of six short stories by Judith Clarke which span seventy years and involve defining moments in each character's life.

Date Published:2000

Avril Lavigne

Tracy, Kathleen.


A dream duet -- Small town girl -- Looking for opportunities -- A new direction -- A more complicated life. Presents a short biography on Canadian rock and roll artist Avril Lavigne and profiles her life and career from her small town in Ontario to popular Grammy Award nominee.
Date Published:2005

Brave new words : the Oxford dictionary of science fiction /

Prucher, Jeffrey.


Wilson's Senior High School, January 2009. Wilson's Junior High School, January 2010. Notable/Best Books (A.L.A.), January 2008. School Library Journal, August 2007. Library Journal, May 2007. Booklist starred, September 2007. University Press Titles (A.A.S.L./P.L.A.), October 2008. Choice, August 2007. Reference and Research Book News, June 2007. Catholic Library World, December 2007. Alphabetically arranged entries provide information on a wide range of topics related to the science fiction genre, covering the usage of the term "science fiction", the language of the genre, its history and development, key authors and works, and other related topics.
Date Published:2007

Wilson's Senior High School, January 2009. Wilson's Junior High School, January 2010. Notable/Best Books (A.L.A.), January 2008. School Library Journal, August 2007. Library Journal, May 2007. Booklist starred, September 2007. University Press Titles (A.A.S.L./P.L.A.), October 2008. Choice, August 2007. Reference and Research Book News, June 2007. Catholic Library World, December 2007. Alphabetically arranged entries provide information on a wide range of topics related to the science fiction genre, covering the usage of the term "science fiction", the language of the genre, its history and development, key authors and works, and other related topics.

Date Published:2007

Environmental science fair projects using water, feathers, sunlight, balloons, and more

Rybolt, Thomas R.


Wilson's Junior High School, January 2010. Horn Book, April 2006. Library Media Connection, March 2006. Science Books & Films (A.A.A.S.), January 2006. Contains a number of suggestions and ideas for science fair projects that help middle school students explore air, water, soil, pollution, and other energy resources.
Date Published:2005

Chicago Bulls

Birle, Pete.


School Library Journal, April 2013. Text and illustrations look at the Chicago Bulls professional basketball team.
Date Published:2013

Winter turning

Sutherland, Tui, 1978-


Title proper from title frame. Winter has been a disappointment to his royal IceWing family, unlike his sister Icicle, who has been raised to challenge IceWing queen--but now that Icicle has broken the truce and escaped from Jade Mountain Academy, so Winter, accompanied by his new clawmates, Moon, Qibli, and Kinkajou, embarks on his own quest to free his brother from the clutches of Queen Scarlet, and win the respect of his family.
Date Published:2015

Title proper from title frame. Winter has been a disappointment to his royal IceWing family, unlike his sister Icicle, who has been raised to challenge IceWing queen--but now that Icicle has broken the truce and escaped from Jade Mountain Academy, so Winter, accompanied by his new clawmates, Moon, Qibli, and Kinkajou, embarks on his own quest to free his brother from the clutches of Queen Scarlet, and win the respect of his family.

Date Published:2015

The Czech Republic

Docalavich, Heather.


The landscape -- The Czech Republic's history and government -- The economy -- The Czech Republic's people and culture -- The cities -- The formation of the European Union -- The Czech Republic in the European Union. Library Media Connection, January 2007. Presents the history, culture, economy, and government of The Czech Republic, and describes major cities, landscape, people, holidays and festivals, and its place in the European Union.
Date Published:2006

The landscape -- The Czech Republic's history and government -- The economy -- The Czech Republic's people and culture -- The cities -- The formation of the European Union -- The Czech Republic in the European Union. Library Media Connection, January 2007. Presents the history, culture, economy, and government of The Czech Republic, and describes major cities, landscape, people, holidays and festivals, and its place in the European Union.

Date Published:2006

Joan of Arc

Silverthorne, Elizabeth, 1930-


Library Media Connection, October 2005. Presents a biography of Joan of Arc, and includes information on her childhood in fifteenth-century France, the religion, politics, and economics of her day, and her mission to save France from the English.
Date Published:2005