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New Books Allosaurus vs. brachiosaurus : might against height
By O'Hearn, Michael, 1972- Dewey: 567.912
Provides information about the size, weapons, defenses, and attack style of the allosaurus and brachiosaurus, and features a fiction story that imagines a battle between the two dinosaurs.
2010 IL:5-8 RL:4.6 | Amazing magic tricks : beginner level
By Barnhart, Norm Dewey: 793.8
A beginning guide to performing magic tricks, featuring step-by-step instructions for eleven illustions, including the fantastic flower and the magical sailor's knot, and featuring a glossary and sources of additional information.
2009 IL:5-8 RL:4 | Ancient Egypt : an interactive history adventure
By Adamson, Heather, 1974- Dewey: 932
Contains three story paths which allow the reader to explore what life was like in ancient Egypt, and follows Cleopatra and Mark Antony into battle against Octavian in 31 BC, and depicts workers building the pyramids in 2550 BC and painting tombs in the Valley of the Kings in 1320 BC. Includes a time line and a list of additional resources.
2010 IL:5-8 RL:5.3 | Ancient Greece : an interactive history adventure
By Caper, William Dewey: 938
Describes the life and times of ancient Greece through two stories about residents of Athens and Sparta in which the reader chooses the plot lines.
2010 IL:5-8 RL:5.3 | Ancient Rome : an interactive history adventure
By Hanel, Rachael Dewey: 937
Describes the life and times of ancient Rome through three stories about a wealthy Roman man, a young Roman woman, and a peasant in which the reader chooses the plot lines.
2010 IL:5-8 RL:5.7 | Animal camouflage in the desert
By Rustad, Martha E. H. (Martha Elizabeth Hillman), 1975- Dewey: 591.47
Simple text and photographs present animals that are camouflaged in the desert.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.7 | Animal camouflage in the forest
By Rustad, Martha E. H. (Martha Elizabeth Hillman), 1975- Dewey: 591.47
Photographs and simple text introduce children to the ways different animals hide themselves in the forest.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.3 | Animal camouflage in the ocean
By Rustad, Martha E. H. (Martha Elizabeth Hillman), 1975- Dewey: 591.47
An introduction to the use of camouflage by marine animals that discusses how jellyfish, sea horses, octopuses, shrimp, and other species use the defense to stay safe; and includes a glossary and a list of print and Internet resources.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:3.1 | Animal camouflage in the snow
By Rustad, Martha E. H. (Martha Elizabeth Hillman), 1975- Dewey: 591.47
Photographs and simple text introduce children to the ways different animals hide themselves in the snow.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.4 | Animals in winter
By Rustad, Martha E. H. (Martha Elizabeth Hillman), 1975- Dewey: 578.4
An illustrated presentation of animals in winter, discussing how they migrate, forage for food, hibernate, grow thick and sometimes different-colored fur, and stay together for warmth. Includes a glossary.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:2.7 | Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius : all about the fire signs
By Marks, Jennifer, 1979- Dewey: 133.5
An introduction to the fire signs of the zodiac--Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius--that discusses typical personality traits, fashion sense, companions, and career matches for people whose birthdays fall under them.
2010 IL:3-6 RL:4.6 | The attack on Pearl Harbor : an interactive history adventure
By Lassieur, Allison Dewey: 940.54
A brief description of the December 7, 1941, attack on the U.S. military base at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, by Japanese forces from the perspective of a Japanese pilot, a U.S. sailor, and an American nurse.
2009 IL:5-8 RL:5 | Bandicoots
By Sirota, Lyn A., 1963- Dewey: 599.2
Discusses the behavior, habitat, and physical characteristics of the bandicoot, a marsupial that is native to Australia, with photographs.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2 | Barack Obama
By Nardo, Don, 1947- Dewey: 973.932
An exploration of the life of Barack Obama that discusses his childhood, family, political career, first one hundred days in office, and more.
2010 IL:3-6 RL:6.5 | Beagles
By Rake, Jody Sullivan Dewey: 636.753
Photographs and text provide a simple introduction to the beagle breed of dogs.
2006 IL:K-3 RL:2.1 | Bearded dragons
By Sirota, Lyn A., 1963- Dewey: 597.95
Photographs and simple text provide information on bearded dragons, describing their physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.5 | Beluga whales up close
By Rake, Jody Sullivan Dewey: 599.5
Presents an up-close look at beluga whales, including their body features, habitat, and life cycle.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:3.2 | Benjamin Franklin
By Rustad, Martha E. H. (Martha Elizabeth Hillman), 1975- Dewey: 973.3
Examines the early life of Benjamin Franklin, discusses his many inventions and projects, and looks at his role in the American Revolution.
2002 IL:K-3 RL:2 | The Bermuda Triangle : the unsolved mystery
By Miller, Connie Colwell, 1976- Dewey: 001.94
Examines the legend of the Bermuda Triangle, exploring how and where the legend originated, current scientific theories, and the methods scientists are using to solve the mystery.
2009 IL:5-8 RL:3.5 | Bichons frises
By Miller, Connie Colwell, 1976- Dewey: 636.72
Describes the characteristics of the bichon frise breed of dogs, and offers advice on how to care for them. Includes color photographs and a glossary.
2007 IL:K-3 RL:3 | Big dinosaurs
By Ipcizade, Catherine Dewey: 567.9
Simple text and photographs describe big dinosaurs, including the Diplodocus, Triceratops, Tyrannosaurus rex, Giganotosaurus, Spinosaurus, Apatosaurus, Brachiosaurus, Argentinosaurus, and Seismosaurus.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:1.8 | Big mouths
By Ipcizade, Catherine Dewey: 591.4
Simple text and photographs describe animals with large mouths, including Amazon horned frogs, king cobras, giant anteaters, pelicans, lions, great white sharks, hippopotamuses, and bowhead whales.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.5 | Big predators
By Ipcizade, Catherine Dewey: 591.5
Simple text and photographs highlight some of the world's largest predators.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.4 | Bigfoot : the unsolved mystery
By McCormick, Lisa Wade, 1961- Dewey: 001.944
Examines the legend of Bigfoot, exploring how and where the legend originated, current scientific theories, and the methods scientists are using to solve the mystery.
2009 IL:5-8 RL:3.6 | Bloodhounds
By Miller, Connie Colwell, 1976- Dewey: 636.753
Describes the characteristics of the bloodhound breed of dogs, follows a bloodhound from puppy to adult, and offers advice on how to care for them. Includes color photographs and a glossary.
2007 IL:K-3 RL:2.6 | Blue whales up close
By Rake, Jody Sullivan Dewey: 599.5
Presents an up-close look at blue whales, covering their body features, habitat, and life cycle.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.6 | The Boston Tea Party
By Mortensen, Lori, 1955- Dewey: 973.3
An introduction to the Boston Tea Party that describes what provoked the Colonists to act out against British rule and the aftermath of their actions.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.4 | Bottlenose dolphins up close
By Rake, Jody Sullivan Dewey: 599.53
Presents an up-close look at bottlenose dolphins, including their body features, habitat, and life cycle.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:3 | Bull shark
By Nuzzolo, Deborah Dewey: 597.3
Simple text and photographs describe bull sharks, what they look like, where they live, and their behavior.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:2 | Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces : all about the water signs
By Jones, Jen. Dewey: 133.5
An introduction to the water signs of the zodiac--Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces--that discusses typical personality traits, fashion sense, companions, and career matches for people whose birthdays fall under them.
2010 IL:3-6 RL:4.8 | Chameleons
By Sirota, Lyn A., 1963- Dewey: 597.95
Photographs and simple text provide information on chameleons, describing their physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.9 | Chocolate chill-out cake : and other yummy desserts
By Fauchald, Nick Dewey: 641.8
Contains illustrated, step-by-step instructions for making thirteen desserts, featuring recipes ranked easy, intermediate, and advanced; and includes an introduction to the MyPyramid plan for healthy eating, as well as a look at kitchen tools and terms.
2008 IL:K-3 RL:4.1 | Christopher Columbus
By Schaefer, Lola M., 1950- Dewey: 970.01
Simple text and photographs introduce the life of the Italian explorer who is credited with discovering America.
2002 IL:K-3 RL:2.2 | The civil rights movement : an interactive history adventure
By Adamson, Heather, 1974- Dewey: 323.1196
Contains three story paths which allow the reader to explore the people and events of the U.S. civil rights movement from the perspectives of a Freedom Rider, a protester in Birmingham, Alabama, and a resident of Little Rock, Arkansas. Includes a timeline and resources for further study.
2009 IL:5-8 RL:4.7 | Cocker spaniels
By Miller, Connie Colwell, 1976- Dewey: 636.752
Photographs and simple text describe the cocker spaniel, their physical characteristics, behaviors, and how to care for them.
2007 IL:K-3 RL:2.2 | Dachshunds
By Trumbauer, Lisa, 1963- Dewey: 636.753
Photographs and text provide a simple introduction to the dachshund breed of dogs.
2006 IL:K-3 RL:2.2 | Dalmatians
By Rake, Jody Sullivan Dewey: 636.72
Photographs and text provide a simple introduction to the dalmatian breed of dogs.
2006 IL:K-3 RL:1.8 | Dingoes
By Sirota, Lyn A., 1963- Dewey: 599.77
Simple text and photographs introduce dingoes, describing their physical features, habitat, and behavior.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:1.7 | Dolley Madison
By Mader, Jan Dewey: 973.5
A brief biography of Dolley Madison, the wife of James Madison, the fourth president of the United States, discussing her early years, her activities as hostess for President Jefferson and as First Lady, and her later life.
2007 IL:K-3 RL:2.4 | Dragon legends
By Doeden, Matt Dewey: 398
Provides an introduction to dragon legends from around the world, discussing the Beowulf epic, as well as stories from Eastern, Western, and other cultures.
2008 IL:5-8 RL:4.5 | Dragon life
By Doeden, Matt Dewey: 398.24
Describes the behaviors and habitats of the imaginary creatures known as dragons, and includes an illustrated glossary of various dragon species.
2008 IL:5-8 RL:4.6 | The dreadful, smelly colonies : the disgusting details about life during colonial America
By Raum, Elizabeth Dewey: 973.3
Describes disgusting details about daily life in the American Colonies, including housing, food, and sanitation.
2010 IL:3-6 RL:5.3 | The first American flag
By Allen, Kathy Dewey: 929.9
Easy-to-follow text and colorful illustrations describe the origin of the American flag, Francis Hopkins' role in creating the first flag, early alternate versions, and other related topics; and includes a time line, glossary, and suggestions for further reading.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:1.6 | The first Independence Day celebration
By Allen, Kathy Dewey: 394.2634
An introduction the first celebration of Independence Day in the United States that describes the writing of the Declaration of Independence, the Colonists' fight for freedom, and how the Fourth of July became a holiday.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.9 | Geckos
By Mattern, Joanne, 1963- Dewey: 597.95
Simple text and photographs present geckos, how they look, where they live, and what they do.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.4 | Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius : all about the air signs
By Jones, Jen. Dewey: 133.5
An introduction to the air signs of the zodiac--Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius--that discusses typical personality traits, fashion sense, companions, and career matches for people whose birthdays fall under them.
2010 IL:3-6 RL:4.3 | Gila monsters
By Mattern, Joanne, 1963- Dewey: 597.95
Photographs and simple text provide information on gila monsters, describing their physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.4 | Goblin shark
By Nuzzolo, Deborah Dewey: 597.3
Simple text and photographs describe goblin sharks, what they look like, where they live, and their behavior.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:2 | Great white shark
By Nuzzolo, Deborah Dewey: 597.3
An illustrated presentation of great white sharks, the largest hunting fish, discussing their habitat, size and amount of pups they give birth to, longevity, coloring, types of prey, and body parts. Includes a glossary.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:2.2 | Hammerhead shark
By Nuzzolo, Deborah Dewey: 597.3
Simple text and photographs describe hammerhead sharks, their body parts, and their behavior.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:1.8 | Haunted houses : the unsolved mystery
By McCormick, Lisa Wade, 1961- Dewey: 133.1
Presents the mystery of haunted houses, including current theories and examples.
2010 IL:5-8 RL:3.4 | Holy guacamole! : and other scrumptious snacks
By Fauchald, Nick Dewey: 641.5
Contains illustrated, step-by-step instructions for making fourteen snacks, featuring recipes ranked easy, intermediate, and advanced; and includes an introduction to the MyPyramid plan for healthy eating, as well as a look at kitchen tools and terms.
2008 IL:K-3 RL:4.3 | Horned lizards
By Sirota, Lyn A., 1963- Dewey: 597.95
Photographs and simple text provide information on horned lizards, describing their physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.3 | | How to draw amazing motorcycles
By Sautter, Aaron Dewey: 743
Contains illustrated, step-by-step instructions for drawing ten different motorcycles--both real and imagined.
2008 IL:5-8 RL:5 | How to draw comic heroes
By Sautter, Aaron Dewey: 741.5
Contains illustrated, step-by-step instructions for drawing a family of comic superheroes and their crime-fighting associates.
____#21822U9 2008 IL:5-8 RL:4.5 $19.99 | How to draw cool fashions
By Clay, Kathryn. Dewey: 741.6
Contains illustrated, step-by-step instructions for drawing fashions in a variety of styles, including trendy, formal, 1920s retro, and others.
2010 IL:3-6 RL:5.7 | How to draw cute animals
By Clay, Kathryn. Dewey: 743.6
Contains illustrated, step-by-step instructions for drawing eleven animals, including a rabbit, kitten, panda, and sea lion.
2010 IL:3-6 RL:4.6 | How to draw disgusting aliens
By Sautter, Aaron Dewey: 743
Step-by-step illustrations and instructions teach children how to draw disgusting aliens of various shapes and sizes, with slimy tentacles, sharp teeth, ugly features, and strange skin.
2008 IL:5-8 RL:4 | How to draw faces
By Clay, Kathryn. Dewey: 743.4
Contains illustrated, step-by-step instructions for drawing faces in different styles, including a pop star profile, old man, superhero, manga girl, and others.
2010 IL:3-6 RL:5.4 | How to draw ferocious animals
By Sautter, Aaron Dewey: 743.6
Provides step-by-step, illustrated instructions for drawing different ferocious animals, including a mountain lion, a timber wolf, and an African elephant.
2008 IL:5-8 RL:4.1 | How to draw ferocious dinosaurs
By Sautter, Aaron Dewey: 743
Illustrations and text describe how to draw various kinds of dinosaurs.
2008 IL:5-8 RL:4.1 | How to draw grotesque monsters
By Sautter, Aaron Dewey: 743
Provides step-by-step, illustrated instructions for drawing different monsters, including a skeleton, a vampire, and a mummy.
2008 IL:5-8 RL:5.3 | How to draw incredible cars
By Sautter, Aaron Dewey: 743
Step-by-step illustrations and instructions teach children how to draw different types of cars, including classic cars from the 1950s, futuristic cars, drag racing cars, and race cars.
2008 IL:5-8 RL:3.9 | How to draw manga warriors
By Sautter, Aaron Dewey: 741.5
Step-by-step illustrations and instructions teach children how to draw manga warriors, including samurai, ninja spies, warrior robots, and more.
2008 IL:5-8 RL:4.4 | How to draw monster trucks
By Sautter, Aaron Dewey: 743
Step-by-step illustrations and instructions teach children how to draw different types of monster trucks, including Destructo, Sky Warrior, Raging Bull, and Krusher Kroc.
2008 IL:5-8 RL:4.6 | How to draw mythical creatures
By Clay, Kathryn. Dewey: 743
Illustrations and step-by-step instructions teach children how to draw different types of mythical creatures, including fairies, unicorns, genies, and dragons.
2009 IL:3-6 RL:4.8 | Humpback whales up close
By Rake, Jody Sullivan Dewey: 599.5
Presents an up-close look at humpback whales, covering their body features, habitat, and life cycle.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.8 | If you were a fraction
By Shaskan, Trisha Speed, 1973- Dewey: 513.2
Introduces the math concept of fractions, with fun examples that illustrate the characteristics of fractions, what they represent, and how they can be used.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:3.1 | If you were a minus sign
By Shaskan, Trisha Speed, 1973- Dewey: 513.2
Introduces the math concept of subtraction, with fun examples that illustrate the characteristics of the minus sign and how it can be used.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:2.3 | If you were a minute
By Shaskan, Trisha Speed, 1973- Dewey: 529
Presents an imaginative account of what life is like for minutes, while providing facts about the units of time measurement.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:2.9 | If you were a plus sign
By Shaskan, Trisha Speed, 1973- Dewey: 513.2
Introduces the math concept of addition, with fun examples that illustrate the characteristics of the plus sign and how it can be used.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:3.4 | If you were a set
By Aboff, Marcie Dewey: 511.3
Introduces the math concept of sets, with fun examples that illustrate the characteristics of sets and how they can be arranged, combined, and divided.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:3.5 | If you were an even number
By Aboff, Marcie Dewey: 513.2
Illustrations and simple text introduces even numbers to young readers.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:2.7 | If you were an odd number
By Aboff, Marcie Dewey: 513.2
Illustrations and simple text introduces odd numbers to young readers.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:2.8 | Indoor s'mores : and other tasty treats for special occasions
By Fauchald, Nick Dewey: 641.5
Contains illustrated, step-by-step instructions for making fourteen special occasion treats, featuring recipes ranked easy, intermediate, and advanced; and includes an introduction to the MyPyramid plan for healthy eating, as well as a look at kitchen tools and terms.
2008 IL:K-3 RL:4.9 | Johnny Appleseed
By Schaefer, Lola M., 1950- Dewey: 634
An introduction to the life of John Chapman, known as Johnny Appleseed, who is famed for his distribution of apple seeds and trees across America.
2003 IL:K-3 RL:3.6 | Kangaroos
By Kras, Sara Louise Dewey: 599.2
Photographs and simple text introduce children to kangaroos, describing their physical features, habitat, and behavior.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.4 | Keep on rollin' meatballs : and other delicious dinners
By Fauchald, Nick Dewey: 641.5
An illustrated collection of simple, intermediate, and more advanced recipes for kids to make, with tips on the food pyramid, measuring, and nutrition.
2008 IL:K-3 RL:4.1 | The kids' guide to monster trucks
By O'Hearn, Michael, 1972- Dewey: 796.7
Describes a wide variety of monster trucks, including history, design, and competitions.
2010 IL:3-6 RL:4.2 | The kids' guide to paper airplanes
By Harbo, Christopher L Dewey: 745.592
Provides instructions and diagrams for making a variety of traditional paper airplanes.
2009 IL:3-6 RL:5.5 | The kids' guide to robots
By Davis, Barbara J., 1952- Dewey: 629.8
Describes a wide variety of robots and their applications, including history and twenty-first century research.
2010 IL:3-6 RL:5.4 | Killer whales up close
By Rake, Jody Sullivan Dewey: 599.53
Presents an up-close look at killer whales, including their body features, habitat, and life cycle.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:3.2 | Koalas
By Kras, Sara Louise Dewey: 599.2
Photographs and simple text introduce children to koalas, describing their physical features, habitat, and behavior.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.5 | Komodo dragons
By Mattern, Joanne, 1963- Dewey: 597.95
Photographs and simple text describe the physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior of the Komodo dragon.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:1.9 | Life as a knight : an interactive history adventure
By Hanel, Rachael Dewey: 940.1
Describes the lives of knights in medieval Europe through three stories about a French knight during the Crusades, an English knight during the Hundred Years' War, and a German knight during the Peasants' War in which the reader chooses the plot lines.
2010 IL:5-8 RL:6.4 | Mako shark
By Nuzzolo, Deborah Dewey: 597.3
Simple text and photographs describe Mako sharks, their habitat and behavior.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:1.9 | Marian Anderson
By Braun, Eric, 1971- Dewey: 782.1
Presents a short biography of the life and career of singer Marian Anderson and how she overcame racial obstacles to become one of the most famous singers of the early twentieth century.
2006 IL:K-3 RL:2.2 | Megamouth shark
By Nuzzolo, Deborah Dewey: 597.3
Simple text and photographs describe megamouth sharks, what they look like, where they live, and their behavior.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:1.9 | My first book of Japanese words
By Kudela, Katy R Dewey: 495.6
Simple text paired with themed photos invite the reader to learn to speak Japanese.
2010 IL:K-3 | My first book of Russian words
By Kudela, Katy R Dewey: 491.73
Simple text paired with themed photos invite the reader to learn to speak Russian.
2010 IL:K-3 | My first book of Spanish words
By Kudela, Katy R Dewey: 463
Simple text paired with themed photos invite the reader to learn to speak Spanish.
2010 IL:K-3 | Narwhal whales up close
By Rake, Jody Sullivan Dewey: 599.5
Presents an up-close look at narwhal whales, including their body features, habitat, and life cycle.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:3.1 | Nurse shark
By Nuzzolo, Deborah Dewey: 597.3
Simple text and photographs describe nurse sharks, what they look like, where they live, and their behavior.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:2.5 | Paul Revere's ride
By Mortensen, Lori, 1955- Dewey: 973.3
Easy-to-follow text and colorful illustrations describe the life and significance of Paul Revere, who's legendary ride ensured a victory for the minutemen in a battle against the British soldiers; and includes a time line, glossary, and suggestions for further reading.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.3 | The Pebble first guide to dinosaurs
By Lee, Sally Dewey: 567.9
A basic field guide format introduces 13 dinosaurs.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.6 | The pebble first guide to lizards
By Pitts, Zachary Dewey: 597.95
Describes the characteristics of thirteen varieties of lizards, listing the length, preferred foods, habitats, and other facts about each, and including range maps and photographs.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:2.1 | The Pebble first guide to nocturnal animals
By Mattern, Joanne, 1963- Dewey: 591.5
Introduces children to different kinds of nocturnal animals, explaining why they are awake and active at night, how they adapt to their environment, and how they behave.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.1 | The pebble first guide to penguins
By Kudela, Katy R Dewey: 598.47
Provides information on the land habitats of thirteen different species of penguins.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:2.6 | The pebble first guide to snakes
By Kudela, Katy R Dewey: 597.96
A basic field guide to thirteen groups of venemous and nonvenemous snakes, with color photographs, range maps, and information about their eating habits, sizes, and behaviors.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:2.3 | The Pebble first guide to the solar system
By Mattern, Joanne, 1963- Dewey: 523.2
A basic field guide format, with color photographs and illustrations, introduces the planets, dwarf planets, the sun, and the moon.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:3.4 | The Pebble first guide to whales
By Shores, Erika L., 1976- Dewey: 599.5
Describes the characteristics of thirteen varieties of toothed and baleen whales, listing the height, weight, preferred foods, habitats, and other facts about each, and including range maps and photographs.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:2.6 | The Pebble first guide to wildcats
By Pitts, Zachary Dewey: 599.75
A brief introduction to thirteen types of wild cats--which includes bobcats, cheetahs, jaguars, lions, pumas, tigers, and more--and provides information on the size, diet, natural habitat, and home country for each animal.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:2.4 | Persian cats
By Perkins, Wendy, 1957- Dewey: 636.8
An introduction to Persian cats that explains what they look like and how they behave, and follows a Persian from birth to adulthood.
2008 IL:K-3 RL:1.8 | Platypuses
By Kras, Sara Louise Dewey: 599.2
Photographs and simple text provide information on platypuses, describing their physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.5 | Poodles
By Trumbauer, Lisa, 1963- Dewey: 636.72
Simple text and photographs present an introduction to the poodle breed, a look at its growth from puppy to adult, and pet care information. Includes a glossary and further reading list.
2006 IL:K-3 RL:2.2 | The Revolutionary War : an interactive history adventure
By Raum, Elizabeth Dewey: 973.3
Describes the events of the American Revolutionary War and explains the significance of the war today. The reader's choices reveal the historical details from the perspective of a young girl, a patriot fighter, and a loyalist determined to keep America under British rule.
2010 IL:5-8 RL:4.1 | Roly-poly ravioli : and other Italian dishes
By Fauchald, Nick Dewey: 641.5945
Illustrations and step-by-step instructions teach children how to make simple, delicious Italian dishes, including panini, strata, and ravioli.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:4.4 | Rosa Parks
By Schaefer, Lola M., 1950- Dewey: 323
A brief biography of the Alabama black woman whose refusal to give up her seat on a bus helped establish the civil rights movement.
2002 IL:K-3 RL:2.6 | Saint Bernards
By Rake, Jody Sullivan Dewey: 636.73
Simple text and photographs present an introduction to the Saint Bernard breed, its growth from puppy to adult, and pet care information.
2006 IL:K-3 RL:1.5 | Scary ghosts
By Whiting, Jim, 1951- Dewey: 133.1
Describes stories about ghosts and explores whether ghosts exist or not.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.4 | Scary monsters
By Whiting, Jim, 1951- Dewey: 398.24
Describes stories that allude to the existence of monsters such as Loch Ness, zombies, mummies, bigfoot, and vampires; and examines facts and evidence to determine whether monsters actually exist.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.3 | Scary places
By Whiting, Jim, 1951- Dewey: 001.94
Describes places where mysterious events have occurred, and explores whether or not the events could have happened.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.7 | Scary stories
By Whiting, Jim, 1951- Dewey: 133.1
Describes six scary stories that have been told throughout history, including hauntings and an alien abduction; and offers facts and evidence to determine whether the stories could be true.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.3 | Shih tzus
By Linden, Joanne Dewey: 636.76
Simple text and photographs describe the Shih Tzu breed, its growth from puppy to adult, and pet care information.
2007 IL:K-3 RL:1.6 | Siamese cats
By Perkins, Wendy, 1957- Dewey: 636.8
An introduction to Siamese cats that explains what they look like and how they behave, and following a Siamese cat from birth to adulthood.
2008 IL:K-3 RL:1.7 | Siberian huskies
By Olson, Gillia M Dewey: 636.73
A simple introduction to the Siberian husky breed, discussing what they look like, their growth from puppy to adult, their behavior, and how to care for them.
2008 IL:K-3 RL:2.2 | Spinosaurus vs. giganotosaurus : battle of the giants
By O'Hearn, Michael, 1972- Dewey: 567.912
Provides information about the size, speed and agility, weapons, and attack style of the spinosaurus and giganotosaurus, and features a story that imagines a battle between the two dinosaurs.
2010 IL:5-8 RL:4.8 | Tasmanian devils
By Sirota, Lyn A., 1963- Dewey: 599.2
Simple text and photographs present Tasmanian devils, their physical features, where they live, and what they do.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.2 | Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn : all about the earth signs
By Asselin, Kristine Carlson. Dewey: 133.5
An introduction to the earth signs of the zodiac--Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn--that discusses typical personality traits, fashion sense, companions, and career matches for people whose birthdays fall under them.
2010 IL:3-6 RL:4.3 | The terrible, awful Civil War : the disgusting details about life during America's bloodiest war
By Olson, Kay Melchisedech Dewey: 973.7
Describes disgusting details about daily life during the U.S. Civil War, including housing, food, and sanitation.
2010 IL:3-6 RL:5.5 | Tiger shark
By Nuzzolo, Deborah Dewey: 597.3
Simple text and photographs introduce children to tiger sharks, describing their body parts and behavior.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:1.7 | The Titanic : an interactive history adventure
By Temple, Bob Dewey: 910.9163
Describes the events surrounding the sinking of the ship "Titanic" in 1912, revealing the historical details from the perspectives of a first-class passenger, a third-class passenger, and a crewmember.
2008 IL:5-8 RL:4.6 | Tomie dePaola
By Braun, Eric, 1971- Dewey: 813
Discusses the early life, education, and career of children's book artist and author Tomie de Paola.
2005 IL:K-3 RL:1.9 | Triceratops vs. stegosaurus : when horns and plates collide
By O'Hearn, Michael, 1972- Dewey: 567.915
Provides information about the size, speed and agility, weapons, defenses, and attack style of the triceratops and stegosaurus, and features a story that imagines a battle between the two dinosaurs.
2010 IL:5-8 RL:4.6 | The truth about dragons
By Troupe, Thomas Kingsley Dewey: 398
Describes similarities and differences between dragons in stories from different parts of the world, such as China and Europe, discussing physical characteristics and behavior; and examines popular tales of dragons.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.5 | The truth about fairies
By Johnson, J. Angelique Dewey: 398.21
Describes fairies featured in stories from different parts of the world, such as Ireland and England, discussing typical physical characteristics, the Fairy Realm, and behavior; and examines popular tales of fairies.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.4 | The truth about princesses
By Allen, Nancy K Dewey: 391
Describes princesses featured in fictional stories, discussing typical physical characteristics and behavior; and examines popular tales of princesses and characters they are often associated with, such as witches and godmothers.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.8 | | | | | | | | | | | We need auto mechanics
By Frost, Helen, 1949- Dewey: 629.28
Looks at the many different tasks performed by auto mechanics.
2005 IL:K-3 RL:3.3 | We need construction workers
By Trumbauer, Lisa, 1963- Dewey: 624
Simple text and photographs present a look at construction workers and their role in the community.
2003 IL:K-3 RL:2.6 | We need dentists
By Schaefer, Lola M., 1950- Dewey: 617.6
Simple text and photographs present dentists and their role in the community.
2000 IL:K-3 RL:1.9 | We need doctors
By Schaefer, Lola M., 1950- Dewey: 610.69
Simple text and photographs present doctors and their role in the community.
2000 IL:K-3 RL:2 | We need fire fighters
By Schaefer, Lola M., 1950- Dewey: 363.37
Simple text and photographs describe fire fighters and their role in our communities.
2000 IL:K-3 RL:2 | We need garbage collectors
By Trumbauer, Lisa, 1963- Dewey: 363.72
Simple text and photographs present garbage collectors and their role in the community.
2003 IL:K-3 RL:2.8 | We need mail carriers
By Schaefer, Lola M., 1950- Dewey: 383
Simple text and photographs present mail carriers, their role in the community, and their many tasks as they work for the post office collecting and sorting mail, and delivering letters, packages, and magazines.
2000 IL:K-3 RL:2 | We need nurses
By Schaefer, Lola M., 1950- Dewey: 610.73
Simple text and photographs present nurses and their role in the community.
2000 IL:K-3 RL:2.1 | We need plumbers
By Frost, Helen, 1949- Dewey: 696
Examines the type of work done by plumbers, looks at the tools they use, and discusses their importance to the community.
2005 IL:K-3 RL:2.3 | We need police officers
By Schaefer, Lola M., 1950- Dewey: 363.2
Simple text and photographs present police officers, their role in the community.
2000 IL:K-3 RL:2 | We need veterinarians
By Schaefer, Lola M., 1950- Dewey: 636.089
Simple text and photographs present veterinarians and their role in the community.
2000 IL:K-3 RL:2 | Weapons of ancient times
By Doeden, Matt Dewey: 623.4
Photographs and simple text describes various weapons crafted and used by ancient cultures, and covers primitive weapons--which were made from rock or animal bone--metal weapons, armor, ships, castles, and more.
2009 IL:5-8 RL:3.5 | Weapons of the American Indians
By Doeden, Matt Dewey: 970.04
Describes Native American weapons, including hand-to-hand combat and long range weapons.
2009 IL:5-8 RL:3.1 | Weapons of the Civil War
By Doeden, Matt Dewey: 623.4
A brief, illustrated description of some of the weapons used during the Civil War including infantry weapons and large artillery pieces.
2009 IL:5-8 RL:3.6 | Weapons of the modern day
By Doeden, Matt Dewey: 623.4
Describes modern-day military weapons, including guns, explosives, and vehicles.
2009 IL:5-8 RL:4.4 | Weapons of the Revolutionary War
By Doeden, Matt Dewey: 623.4
Presents a brief, illustrated description of some of the weapons used during the Revolutionary War, which includes muskets, bayonets, tomahawks, howitzers, and more; and also describes defenses.
2009 IL:5-8 RL:2.3 | Weapons of World War I
By Doeden, Matt Dewey: 623.4
Describes the weapons used in battles during World War I, including infantry weapons and heavy artillery such as howitzers and machine guns.
2009 IL:5-8 RL:3.5 | Weapons of World War II
By Doeden, Matt Dewey: 623.4
A brief overview of World War II weapons used by both the Allied and Axis forces including field weapons and heavy artillery.
2009 IL:5-8 RL:4 | Whale shark
By Nuzzolo, Deborah Dewey: 597.3
Presents an illustrated discussion of whale sharks, including their behaviors, pups, body parts, size, feeding habits, and demeanor toward humans. Includes a glossary.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:2.4 | Wombats
By Kras, Sara Louise Dewey: 599.2
Photographs and simple text introduce children to wombats, describing their physical features, habitat, and behavior.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.6 | The world's greatest baseball players
By Doeden, Matt Dewey: 796.357
Briefly describes the careers, lists the achievements, and provides the statistics of significant players in professional baseball, including Derek Jeter, Albert Pujols, Hanley Ramirez, Evan Longoria, and others.
2010 IL:3-6 RL:4.4 | The world's greatest basketball players
By Doeden, Matt Dewey: 796.323
Briefly describes the careers, lists the achievements, and provides the statistics of significant players in professional basketball, including Kobe Bryant, Chris Paul, LeBron James, Paul Pierce, and others.
2010 IL:3-6 RL:4 | The world's greatest football players
By Doeden, Matt Dewey: 796.332
Briefly describes the careers, lists the achievements, and provides the statistics of significant players in professional football, including LaDainian Tomlinson, Tom Brady, James Harrison, Peyton Manning, and others.
2010 IL:3-6 RL:4.1 | The world's greatest soccer players
By Doeden, Matt Dewey: 796.334
Briefly describes the careers, lists the achievements, and provides the statistics of significant players in soccer, including Ronaldinho, Gigi Buffon, Sergio Ramos, Samuel Eto'o, and others.
2010 IL:3-6 RL:4 | Writing the U.S. Constitution
By Mortensen, Lori, 1955- Dewey: 342.73
Easy-to-follow text and colorful illustrations describe the birth of the U. S. Constitution, and covers the meeting of the Founding Fathers at the Constitutional Convention, the political arguments, and more; and includes a time line, glossary, and suggestions for further reading.
2010 IL:K-3 RL:2.5 | Zebra shark
By Nuzzolo, Deborah Dewey: 597.3
Simple text and photographs describe zebra sharks, what they look like, where they live, and their behavior.
2009 IL:K-3 RL:2 |
Leo F. Giblyn School Library
Freeport
450 S. Ocean Ave.
Freeport, NY 11520
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