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-- Ten fascinating facts about toys2017., Juvenile, Children's Press Call No: 790.1 33 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s)Click here to view Series Title: Rookie star.Summary Note: Examines a range of facts and trivia about ten different popular toys and games, including "Monopoly" and LEGOs.
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c2013., Gareth Stevens Publishing Call No: 931 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s)View cover image provided by Mackin Series Title: Crafts from the pastSummary Note: The ancient Chinese¹the civilization that invented the compass, gunpowder, and paper, among other things¹is incredibly rich in tradition and history. Readers will celebrate many facets of ancient Chinese culture, including its arts, foods, philosophies, and architecture through their reading of this educational volume. The beauty of Chinese calligraphy, sculpture, and painting is undeniable as presented in striking photographs throughout the text. Readers are invited to reproduce important Chinese symbols, such as lanterns and dragons, in the step-by-step art projects featured within. Other highlights include the fascinating beliefs of Chinese philosophers such as Confucius, as well as some fun Chinese puzzles and games that are still played today.
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2013., Juvenile, Gareth Stevens Pub. Call No: 932.01 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s)View cover image provided by Mackin Series Title: Crafts from the pastSummary Note: The wonders left behind by the ancient Egyptians are some of the most astounding artifacts in the world. People travel thousands of miles for a glimpse of Egypts Great Sphinx and the pyramids and they flock to nearby museums to see mummies and burial masks. Readers are transported back to the distant past without leaving their seats as they learn about many fascinating features of ancient Egyptian culture. Each chapter includes a simple craft relating to the discussion. Reed boats, scarab necklaces, and miniature pyramids are just some of the projects that can be completed with a few simple materials. These fun step-by-step activities will provide readers with a tangible link to some of the most essential concepts of Egyptian history.
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2013., Juvenile, Gareth Stevens Pub. Call No: 932 COH Edition: 1st ed. Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Crafts from the pastSummary Note: Explores various aspects of Egyptian culture, accompanied by a collection of simple crafts that provide a tangible link to the concepts of Egyptian history including reed boats, scarab necklaces, and miniature pyramids. Features color photographs and illustrations, accessible text, fact boxes, a glossary, and an index.
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2012., Juvenile, Gareth Stevens Call No: 938 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s)View cover image provided by Mackin Series Title: Crafts from the pastSummary Note: Ancient Greece has had an impact on much of our culture, especially the concepts of democracy and theater, the tradition of Olympic sports, and the famous myths that are still a focus of todays movies, books, and TV shows. These fascinating aspects of the Greek civilization are examined as well as the features of ordinary life in ancient Greece, such as housing, clothing, and school. Several key concepts are supported by step-by-step craft projects that further draw readers into this amazing ancient world. Readers can choose to make a Medusa wig, decorate pottery in the style of Greek art, or construct an Olympic victors olive leaf crown.
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-- Greeks2013., Juvenile, Gareth Stevens Pub. Call No: 938 COH Edition: 1st ed. Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Crafts from the pastSummary Note: Examines the history of ancient Greece and offers craft ideas based on the stories of the heroes and historical figures and places.
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c2013., Gareth Stevens Publishing Call No: 934 Edition: 1st ed. Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s)View cover image provided by Mackin Series Title: Crafts from the pastSummary Note: Provides information about ancient India and includes instructions for related craft projects.
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c2013., Juvenile, Gareth Stevens Pub. Call No: 937 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s)View cover image provided by Mackin Series Title: Crafts from the pastSummary Note: Readers will be asking themselves if they could have survived as an ancient Roman after reading all about ancient Roman culture. Life in the military, clothing, food, sports, government, and education are just some of the themes covered. Each chapter features an engaging step-by-step craft associated with the fascinating subject matter. Among other activities, readers can strike a pose in their homemade Roman soldiers helmet or conquer a miniature city with a handcrafted catapult. Photographs of ancient artifacts and illustrations of key concepts help make ancient Roman history accessible to developing readers.
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2013., Gareth Stevens Pub. Call No: 937 COH Edition: 1st ed. Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Crafts from the pastSummary Note: Examines the craftwork of the ancient Romans in building things like the Coliseum and their extensive road system.
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2010., Pre-adolescent, Gareth Stevens Pub. Call No: 791.43 34 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Cool careers. Cutting edgeSummary Note: Examines the career of animator, discussing the skills and requirements needed to do the job, featuring facts about job outlook, education, training, and salaries, and including on-the-job profiles, sidebars, and photographs.
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2010., Pre-adolescent, Gareth Stevens Pub. Call No: 720 .23 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Cool careers. Cutting edgeSummary Note: Examines the career of architect, discussing the skills and requirements needed to do the job, featuring facts about job outlook, education, training, and salaries, and including on-the-job profiles, sidebars, and photographs.
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c2013., Juvenile, Gareth Stevens Pub. Call No: 972 .018 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s)View cover image provided by Mackin Series Title: Crafts from the pastSummary Note: Presents an introduction to the Aztecs, their history, and culture, and includes related craft activities.
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2009., Pre-adolescent, Gareth Stevens Pub. Call No: 746.9 2 023 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Cool careers. On the goSummary Note: Describes what it is like to be a fashion buyer, discussing the skills and requirements of buying careers, with on-the-job profiles, sidebars, a fact file, photographs, and sources of additional information.
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-- Great careers with a high school diploma : Manufacturing and transportationc2008., Ferguson Pub. Call No: 331.7 COH Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Great careers with a high school diploma Volume: vol. 9
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2011., Pre-adolescent, Marshall Cavendish Call No: 578.6 5 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Dirty and dangerous jobs.Summary Note: Introduces parasite collectors and the dangers they face, including picking through the fur of dead animals or the feathers of dead birds.
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2011., Pre-adolescent, Marshall Cavendish Call No: 363.7 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Dirty and dangerous jobs.Summary Note: Introduces pest control workers and the dangers they face, including the use of strong poisons and destroying bee hives.