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"From the basics of physics to big questions about the nature of space and time, celebrated astrophysicist and science communicator Neil deGrasse Tyson breaks down the mysteries of the cosmos into bite-sized pieces. Astrophysics for Young People in a Hurry describes the fundamental rules and unknowns of our universe clearly--and with Tyson's characteristic wit, there's a lot of fun thrown in, too.This adaptation by Gregory Mone includes full-color...
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"A collection of playfully elucidating essays to help reluctant poetry readers become well-versed in verse Developed from Adam Sol's popular blog, How a Poem Moves is a collection of 35 short essays that walks readers through an array of contemporary poems. Sol is a dynamic teacher, and in these essays, he has captured the humor and engaging intelligence for which he is known in the classroom. With a breezy style, Sol delivers essays that are perfect...
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An exhilarating tour of the contemporary quantum landscape, Beyond Weird is a book about what quantum physics really means and what it doesn't. Science writer Philip Ball offers an up-to-date, accessible account of the quest to come to grips with the most fundamental theory of physical reality, and to explain how its counterintuitive principles underpin the world we experience.
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Meet Earth. Planet Awesome! And your awesome home! Actually, Earth is home to all the plants and all the animals in the solar system, including nearly eight billion people. Humans have accidentally moved Earth's climate change into the fast lane, and she need your help to put on the brakes. Earthlings need Earth, and Earth needs Earthlings, so let's save Earth together!
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Sun: "Meet Sun: He's a star! And not just any star--he's one in a billion. He lights up our solar system and makes life possible. With characteristic humor and charm, Stacy McAnulty channels the voice of Sun in this next celestial "autobiography." Rich with kid-friendly facts and beautifully illustrated, this is an equally charming and irresistible companion to Earth! My First 4.54 Billion Years."--Amazon.com.
Moon: "A light-hearted nonfiction picture...
27) Llama or alpaca?
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"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces llama or alpacas to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--
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A former international hostage negotiator for the FBI offers a new, field-tested approach to high-stakes negotiations—whether in the boardroom or at home.
After a stint policing the rough streets of Kansas City, Missouri, Chris Voss joined the FBI, where his career as a hostage negotiator brought him face-to-face with a range of criminals, including bank robbers and terrorists. Reaching the pinnacle of his profession,
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"This guide to astrology was written just for witches, with information to help you understand how the positions of the celestial bodies can affect your magic and spellcraft--and how you can use that understanding to strengthen your magic by becoming in tune with the planets"--
30) Airplanes
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"Developed by literacy experts in partnership with educators for students in PreK through grade two, this book introduces beginning readers to airplanes through simple, predictable text and related photos"--
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America is about to become a minority-majority nation. And yet, companies across the country do not reflect the transforming demographics of our nation, particularly with marc:leadership. For decades, marc:leaders have heard variations on the same theme on how to increase workplace diversity. It's time to stop following failing trends. It's time to lead change. In Make Diversity Matter, culture change expert and renowned speaker, Michelle Silverthorn,...
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Did you know that some animals have natural ninja-like talents? In this book, you'll learn all about them, including geckos, sea urchins, bombardier beetles, and more. For example, geckos can grip almost any surface--including walls and ceilings--with their amazing toes. And when collector urchins are attacked, they release tiny, sharp objects that bear a striking resemblance to throwing stars. You will also meet the scientists who are studying these...
35) Rabbit or hare?
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"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces rabbits and hares to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--
36) Wolf or coyote?
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"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces wolves and coyotes to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--
37) The art of war
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Written in China more than 2,000 years ago, Sun Tzu's classic The Art of War is the first known study of the planning and conduct of military operations. These terse, aphoristic essays are unsurpassed in comprehensiveness and depth of understanding, examining not only battlefield maneuvers, but also relevant economic, political, and psychological factors. Indeed, the precepts outlined by Sun Tzu can be applied outside the realm of military theory....