Search Results: Returned 19 Results, Displaying Titles 1 - 19
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-- Statue of Liberty?2014, Pre-adolescent, Grosset & Dunlap, an imprint of Penguin Group (USA) LLC Call No: 974.7 1 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: Traces the history of the Statue of Liberty from its creation in France to its restoration in 1986, explaining how it was erected in New York Harbor and discussing its significance as a symbol of American freedom.
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-- Statue of Liberty[2014], Juvenile, Grosset & Dunlap Call No: 974.7 HOLUB Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: What was-- ?Summary Note: Presents a history of the State of Liberty, including where it was made, why it was given to the United States by France, how it was constructed and transported, and its dimensions.
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[2015], Juvenile, Grosset & Dunlap, an imprint of Penguin Random House Call No: 976.3 Koo Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: What Is?
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[2015], Juvenile, Grosset & Dunlap Call No: 976.3 KOONTZ Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: What was--?Summary Note: Explores what happened during Hurricane Katrina, examining how destructive Katrina was and the fallout of what happened in the days and weeks following the flooding of New Orleans.
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[2015]., Juvenile, Grosset & Dunlap, an imprint of Penguin Random House Call No: SER 976.3 KOO Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: What was--?Summary Note: "On August 25th, 2005, one of the deadliest and most destructive hurricanes in history hit the Gulf of Mexico. High winds and rain pummeled coastal communities, including the City of New Orleans, which was left under 15 feet of water in some areas after the levees burst. Track this powerful storm from start to finish, from rescue efforts large and small to storm survivors' tales of triumph"--
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[2014]., Juvenile, Grosset & Dunlap Call No: 937 OCONNOR Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: What was-- ?Summary Note: Presents information on the city of Pompeii, including its history, culture, government, and daily life; the eruption of Mount Vesuvius that buried the city in 79 A.D.; and the archaeological investigations that brought Pompeii to light again. Includes black-and-white illustrations.
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2014, Pre-adolescent, Grosset & Dunlap an imprint of Penguin Group (USA) LLC Call No: 937 .72568 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: What was...?Summary Note: Text and illustrations look at the eruption of Mount Vesuvius.
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[2016], Juvenile, Grosset & Dunlap, an imprint of Penguin Random House Call No: 936.2 KEL Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Where is (Grosset & Dunlap)Summary Note: "Where is Stonehenge? That's an easy question to answer. It sits on the Salisbury Plain in Southern England. But what is the meaning of these strange circles of stones? Was Stonehenge a religious site to honor the dead? Or a sacred place of healing? Or perhaps an astrological calendar? These are much harder questions to answer. However, in an engaging and easy-to-read account, True Kelley puts forth all theories--past as well as current ones--about Stonehenge and the people who four thousand years ago managed to build this amazing monument."--Provided by publisher.
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[2016]., Juvenile, Grosset & Dunlap, an imprint of Penguin Random House, LLC Call No: 578.77 MED Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Where Is
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2015., Juvenile, Grosset & Dunlap, an imprint of Penguin Random House Call No: 921 KIN Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Who is...?Summary Note: "Even as a kid, everyone thought Jeff Kinney was talented. People loved his drawings, and when he went to college, his comic strip Igdoof was so popular that it spread to other universities! Still, Jeff faced challenges. His cartoons were rejected by syndicates that claimed his art was unprofessional. Then, an idea struck: Jeff would write a journal from the perspective of a child, illustrated with doodles just like a kid might do. And so, the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series was born--and it was a hit! In this biography, Jeff's brother, Patrick Kinney, provides a knowledgeable look at the life of this best-selling author/illustrator. From Jeff's childhood pranks to his job developing online games, kids will love the chance to learn more about the creator of the popular Wimpy Kid books"--
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[2015], Juvenile, Grosset & Dunlap Call No: Biography KINNEY Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Who is-- ?Summary Note: Presents a biography of children's author Jeff Kinney, discussing his rise-to-fame as the author of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series. Includes black-and-white illustrations and timelines.
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[2015], Juvenile, Scholastic Call No: [B] Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Who is-- ?Summary Note: "Even as a kid, everyone thought Jeff Kinney was talented. People loved his drawings, and when he went to college, his comic strip Igdoof was so popular that it spread to other universities! Still, Jeff faced challenges. His cartoons were rejected by syndicates that claimed his art was unprofessional. Then, an idea struck: Jeff would write a journal from the perspective of a child, illustrated with doodles just like a kid might do. And so, the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series was born--and it was a hit! In this biography, Jeff's brother, Patrick Kinney, provides a knowledgeable look at the life of this best-selling author/illustrator. From Jeff's childhood pranks to his job developing online games, kids will love the chance to learn more about the creator of the popular Wimpy Kid books"--
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2015., Juvenile, Grosset & Dunlap, an imprint of Penguin Random House Call No: B Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Who is-- ?Summary Note: "Even as a kid, everyone thought Jeff Kinney was talented. People loved his drawings, and when he went to college, his comic strip Igdoof was so popular that it spread to other universities! Still, Jeff faced challenges. His cartoons were rejected by syndicates that claimed his art was unprofessional. Then, an idea struck: Jeff would write a journal from the perspective of a child, illustrated with doodles just like a kid might do. And so, the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series was born--and it was a hit! In this biography, Jeff's brother, Patrick Kinney, provides a knowledgeable look at the life of this best-selling author/illustrator. From Jeff's childhood pranks to his job developing online games, kids will love the chance to learn more about the creator of the popular Wimpy Kid books"--
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-- Stan Lee?[2014]., Pre-adolescent, Penguin Group (USA) Call No: SER B LEE Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Who is-- ?Summary Note: Stanley Lieber was just seventeen when he got his first job at Timely Comics in 1939. Since then, the man now known as Stan Lee has launched a comic book empire, made Marvel Comics a household name, and created iconic superheroes such as Iron Man, Spider-Man, and the Fantastic Four. Stan Lee is still dreaming up caped crusaders and masked vigilantes in his nineties. "Who Is Stan Lee?" tells the story of a New York City kid with a superhero-sized imagination.
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[2014], Juvenile, Grosset & Dunlap Call No: Biography LEE Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Who is...?Summary Note: Provides a biography of comic book creator Stan Lee discussing his personal and professional accomplishments. Includes black-and-white illustrations, timelines, and further resources.
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[2014], Juvenile, Grosset & Dunlap Call No: B LEE Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Who was...?Summary Note: Presents a biography of Bruce Lee, discussing his childhood, acting and martial arts careers, and legacy today. Includes black-and-white illustrations and timelines.
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[2014], Juvenile, Grosset & Dunlap Call No: Biography LEE Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Who was...?Summary Note: Presents a biography of Bruce Lee, discussing his childhood, acting and martial arts careers, and legacy today. Includes black-and-white illustrations and timelines.
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[2018]., Penguin Workshop, an imprint of Penguin Random House Call No: B Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: When Nikola Tesla arrived in the United States in 1884, he didn't have much money, but he did have a letter of introduction to renowned inventor Thomas Edison. The working relationship between the two men was short lived, though, and the two scientist-inventors became harsh competitors. One of the most influential scientists of all time, Nikola Tesla is celebrated for his experiments in electricity, X-rays, remote controls, and wireless communications. His invention of the Tesla coil was instrumental in the development of radio technology.
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-- Nikola Tesla[2018]., Pre-adolescent, Penguin Workshop, an imprint of Penguin Random House Call No: 921 TESLA Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Who was-- ?Summary Note: A brief biography of engineer and inventor Nikola Tesla, discussing his childhood in Serbia, his work in electricity and more.
