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Shark Lady

Author : Jess Keating
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN 13 : 1492642053
Total Pages : 35 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (926 download)

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Download or read book Shark Lady written by Jess Keating and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2017-06-06 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of New York Times' Twelve Books for Feminist Boys and Girls! This is the story of a woman who dared to dive, defy, discover, and inspire. This is the story of Shark Lady. One of the best science picture books for children, Shark Lady is a must for both teachers and parents alike! An Amazon Best Book of the Month Named a Best Children's Book of 2017 by Parents magazine Eugenie Clark fell in love with sharks from the first moment she saw them at the aquarium. She couldn't imagine anything more exciting than studying these graceful creatures. But Eugenie quickly discovered that many people believed sharks to be ugly and scary—and they didn't think women should be scientists. Determined to prove them wrong, Eugenie devoted her life to learning about sharks. After earning several college degrees and making countless discoveries, Eugenie wrote herself into the history of science, earning the nickname "Shark Lady." Through her accomplishments, she taught the world that sharks were to be admired rather than feared and that women can do anything they set their minds to. An inspiring story by critically acclaimed zoologist Jess Keating about finding the strength to discover truths that others aren't daring enough to see. Includes a timeline of Eugenie's life and many fin-tastic shark facts! The perfect choice for parents looking for: Books about sharks Inspiring nonfiction narrative books Role model books for girls and boys Kids STEM books

The Story of Ruby Bridges

Author : Arlisha Norwood Alston
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN 13 : 1648765408
Total Pages : 78 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (487 download)

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Download or read book The Story of Ruby Bridges written by Arlisha Norwood Alston and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2021-07-20 with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the life of Ruby Bridges—a story about bravery and breaking down barriers for kids ages 6 to 9 Ruby Bridges was the first Black student to attend an all-white public school in the southern United States. Before she helped desegregate schools and change the course of history, Ruby had a simple childhood. She was a happy girl who helped take care of her younger siblings and loved to play outside. Her life changed when she was chosen to attend William Frantz Elementary, where she became a civil rights leader at a very young age. Explore how Ruby went from being a thoughtful girl growing up in Mississippi to a national leader in the fight for equality. The Story of Ruby Bridges includes: Core curriculum—Learn the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Ruby's life, and take a quick quiz to test your knowledge. Her lasting legacy—Explore how Ruby Bridges made the world a better place for future generations, including you! Word definitions—Discover easy-to-understand explanations of some of the more advanced words and ideas inside the book. How will Ruby's courage inspire you?

The Story of Helen Keller

Author : Christine Platt
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN 13 : 1646111087
Total Pages : 75 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (461 download)

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Download or read book The Story of Helen Keller written by Christine Platt and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2020-08-18 with total page 75 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Help kids ages 6 to 9 discover the life of Helen Keller—a story about hope, courage, and finding your voice Helen Keller became a celebrated author, educator, and activist who believed in equality for people with disabilities. Before she made history as the first deaf and blind person to graduate from college, Helen was a smart kid who loved learning. She overcame many challenges to learn how to read, write, and talk. She spoke up for other people with disabilities so they could get equal rights. Explore how Helen Keller went from being a young girl in Alabama to the world-famous First Lady of Courage. The Story of Helen Keller includes: Word definitions—Find a helpful glossary for some of the more advanced words and ideas in the book. Test your knowledge—Take a fun quiz that tests the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Helen's life. Lasting change—Learn about how Helen made the world a better place for future generations. How will the extraordinary journey of Helen Keller inspire you?

This Cold Heaven

Author : Gretel Ehrlich
Publisher : HarperCollins UK
ISBN 13 : 0007291906
Total Pages : 406 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (72 download)

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Download or read book This Cold Heaven written by Gretel Ehrlich and published by HarperCollins UK. This book was released on 2008-07 with total page 406 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gretel Ehrlich travels across the largest island on Earth, in the company of men and women who have a deep bond with it. She discovers the realm of the great dark, ice pavilions, polar bears and Eskimo nomads.

The Paris Library

Author : Janet Skeslien Charles
Publisher : Simon & Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1982134917
Total Pages : 368 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (821 download)

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Download or read book The Paris Library written by Janet Skeslien Charles and published by Simon & Schuster. This book was released on 2021-02-02 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Based on the true World War II story of the American Library in Paris, an unforgettable novel about the power of books and the bonds of friendship—and the ordinary heroes who can be found in the most perilous times and the quietest places. Paris, 1939. Young, ambitious, and tempestuous, Odile Souchet has it all: Paul, her handsome police officer beau; Margaret, her best friend from England; Remy, her twin brother who she adores; and a dream job at the American Library in Paris, working alongside the library’s legendary director, Dorothy Reeder. When World War II breaks out, Odile stands to lose everything she holds dear—including her beloved library. After the Nazi army marches into the City of Light and declares a war on words, Odile and her fellow librarians join the Resistance with the best weapons they have: books. Again and again, they risk their lives to help their fellow Jewish readers, but by war’s end, Odile tastes the bitter sting of unspeakable betrayal. Montana, 1983. Odile’s solitary existence in gossipy small-town Montana is unexpectedly interrupted by her neighbor Lily, a lonely teenager craving adventure. As Lily uncovers more about Odile’s mysterious past, they find they share not only a love of language but also the same lethal jealousy. Odile helps Lily navigate the troubled waters of adolescence by always recommending the right book at the right time, never suspecting that Lily will be the one to help her reckon with her own terrible secret. Based on the true story of the American Library in Paris, The Paris Library is a mesmerizing and captivating novel about the people and the books that make us who we are, for good and for bad, and the courage it takes to forgive.

The Outer Limits of Reason

Author : Noson S. Yanofsky
Publisher : MIT Press
ISBN 13 : 026252984X
Total Pages : 419 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (625 download)

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Download or read book The Outer Limits of Reason written by Noson S. Yanofsky and published by MIT Press. This book was released on 2016-11-04 with total page 419 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This exploration of the scientific limits of knowledge challenges our deep-seated beliefs about our universe, our rationality, and ourselves. “A must-read for anyone studying information science.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review Many books explain what is known about the universe. This book investigates what cannot be known. Rather than exploring the amazing facts that science, mathematics, and reason have revealed to us, this work studies what science, mathematics, and reason tell us cannot be revealed. In The Outer Limits of Reason, Noson Yanofsky considers what cannot be predicted, described, or known, and what will never be understood. He discusses the limitations of computers, physics, logic, and our own intuitions about the world—including our ideas about space, time, and motion, and the complex relationship between the knower and the known. Yanofsky describes simple tasks that would take computers trillions of centuries to complete and other problems that computers can never solve: • perfectly formed English sentences that make no sense • different levels of infinity • the bizarre world of the quantum • the relevance of relativity theory • the causes of chaos theory • math problems that cannot be solved by normal means • statements that are true but cannot be proven Moving from the concrete to the abstract, from problems of everyday language to straightforward philosophical questions to the formalities of physics and mathematics, Yanofsky demonstrates a myriad of unsolvable problems and paradoxes. Exploring the various limitations of our knowledge, he shows that many of these limitations have a similar pattern and that by investigating these patterns, we can better understand the structure and limitations of reason itself. Yanofsky even attempts to look beyond the borders of reason to see what, if anything, is out there.

Reading Biography

Author : Carl Rollyson
Publisher : iUniverse
ISBN 13 : 0595785417
Total Pages : 115 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (957 download)

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Download or read book Reading Biography written by Carl Rollyson and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2004-11-25 with total page 115 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Most book reviewers know very little about the history or the art of biography. Indeed, if there is any art in biography, it is the rare reviewer that acknowledges it or knows how to discuss it. Usually the reviewer regards biography as an occasion to wax eloquent about what he or she thinks of the subject. Little space, if any, is devoted to the biography's structure or style, to the biographer's peculiar problems, or to how the biography relates to others about the same subject. Carl Rollyson, a professional biographer and weekly columnist (On Biography) for The New York Sun, explores the ramifications of authorized and unauthorized biographies, investigates the relationship between biography and history, biography and fiction, biography and autobiography, as well commenting on certain perennial biographical subjects such as Napoleon, on sub genres such as children's biography, and on the most recent developments in life writing. Rollyson's aim is to reach not merely scholars but that vast general audience addicted to reading biography, enhancing their pleasure by providing insight (or you might say, the inside word) on how biographies are put together.

The Oxford Book of Japanese Short Stories

Author : Theodore William Goossen
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN 13 : 0192803727
Total Pages : 486 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (928 download)

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Download or read book The Oxford Book of Japanese Short Stories written by Theodore William Goossen and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2002 with total page 486 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beginning with the first writings to assimilate and rework Western literary traditions, through the flourishing of the short story genre in the cosmopolitan atmosphere of the Taisho era, to the new breed of writers produced under the constraints of literary censorship, and the current writings reflecting the pitfalls and paradoxes of modern life, this anthology offers a stimulating survey of the entire development of the Japanese short story.

Gloria Estefan

Author : Sue Boulais
Publisher : Mitchell Lane Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9781883845629
Total Pages : 36 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (456 download)

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Download or read book Gloria Estefan written by Sue Boulais and published by Mitchell Lane Publishers. This book was released on 1998 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents a biography of the Cuban-born singer and composer who has recorded such hits as Into the Light, Conga, and Reach.

The Story of Katherine Johnson

Author : Andrea Thorpe
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN 13 : 1638071462
Total Pages : 78 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (38 download)

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Download or read book The Story of Katherine Johnson written by Andrea Thorpe and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2021-12-07 with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the life of Katherine Johnson—a story about reaching for the stars, for kids ages 6 to 9 Katherine Johnson was one of the best mathematicians in the history of the United States. Before her math skills helped send the first American astronauts safely into space, she was a smart and curious girl who loved to learn new things about the world around her. She studied hard in school and became one of the first Black women hired by NASA to figure out difficult math problems. This book helps kids explore how Katherine went from being a young girl growing up in West Virginia to one of the most important people in American space history. This Katherine Johnson book for kids includes: Core curriculum—Kids will learn the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Katherine's life, and take a quick quiz to test their knowledge. Her lasting legacy—This book explains how Katherine's talents and contributions made the world a better place for future generations. Short chapters—Brief chapters divide this Katherine Johnson biography into smaller sections that inspire new readers to keep reading. How will Katherine's out-of-this-world achievements inspire the child in your life?

The Biography Book

Author : Daniel S. Burt
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN 13 : 0313017263
Total Pages : 636 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (13 download)

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Download or read book The Biography Book written by Daniel S. Burt and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2001-02-28 with total page 636 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Marilyn to Mussolini, people captivate people. A&E's Biography, best-selling autobiographies, and biographical novels testify to the popularity of the genre. But where does one begin? Collected here are descriptions and evaluations of over 10,000 biographical works, including books of fact and fiction, biographies for young readers, and documentaries and movies, all based on the lives of over 500 historical figures from scientists and writers, to political and military leaders, to artists and musicians. Each entry includes a brief profile, autobiographical and primary sources, and recommended works. Short reviews describe the pertinent biographical works and offer insight into the qualities and special features of each title, helping readers to find the best biographical material available on hundreds of fascinating individuals.

The Story of Kamala Harris

Author : Tonya Leslie
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN 13 : 1648765386
Total Pages : 77 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (487 download)

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Download or read book The Story of Kamala Harris written by Tonya Leslie and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2021-05-04 with total page 77 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the life of Kamala Harris—a story about fighting for justice for kids ages 6 to 9 Kamala Harris is the first woman, Black American, and South Asian American to become vice president of the United States. Before she made history, Kamala was a passionate kid who enjoyed traveling and attended civil rights protests with her family. She always wanted to help people, so she worked hard to become a lawyer, then a U.S. senator, and now, vice president! Explore how Kamala went from being a young girl to an American leader and role model. The Story of Kamala Harris includes: Core curriculum—Learn the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Kamala's life, and take a quick quiz to test your understanding. Short chapters—Explore brightly illustrated, easy-to-read chapters that make you want to keep reading and learning more about Kamala Harris. A visual timeline—Watch Kamala progress from a little girl to vice president of the United States with a visual timeline marking the major milestones in her life. How will Kamala's fight for a better world inspire you?

L. M. Montgomery

Author : Isabel Sanchez Vegara
Publisher : Frances Lincoln Children's Books
ISBN 13 : 1786032953
Total Pages : 34 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (86 download)

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Download or read book L. M. Montgomery written by Isabel Sanchez Vegara and published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books. This book was released on 2018-09-26 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New in the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of Lucy Maud Montgomery, the famous Canadian author of Anne of Green Gables. Born in the Canadian province of Prince Edward Island, Lucy Maud Montgomery lost her mother when she was very young. Left in the care of less-than-encouraging grandparents, she found comfort in reading, writing, and her imagination. When Maud grew up, she wrote about the childhood she wished she had, creating one of the best-loved characters of all time: Anne of Green Gables. This moving book features stylish illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the author's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardcover versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games, and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!

The Story of Frida Kahlo

Author : Susan B. Katz
Publisher : Rockridge Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (86 download)

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Download or read book The Story of Frida Kahlo written by Susan B. Katz and published by Rockridge Press. This book was released on 2022-09-20 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the life of Frida Kahlo―a story about strength, creativity, and never giving up for kids ages 6 to 9 Frida Kahlo is one of the most celebrated artists in the world, but before she made history with her beautiful paintings and brave spirit, she went through a life-changing accident that would have made many people want to give up. This Frida Kahlo children's book shows you how she fought to overcome setbacks and follow her passion to create amazing artwork and make the world a more colorful place. In this unique Frida Kahlo children's book, you can explore how she went from a young girl from a small Mexican town to one of the most well-known painters in history. How will her creativity and can-do attitude inspire you? This vibrant Frida Kahlo children's book includes: Word definitions―Increase your knowledge with a helpful glossary of easy-to-understand definitions for the more advanced words and ideas. See Frida's progress―Check out a visual timeline of Frida's life so you can get a picture of her important milestones. A lasting legacy―Learn about how Frida made the world a better place for future generations. Take an exciting stroll through history with this illustrated Frida Kahlo children's book.

The Story of Marie Curie

Author : Susan B. Katz
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN 13 : 164739113X
Total Pages : 85 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (473 download)

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Download or read book The Story of Marie Curie written by Susan B. Katz and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2020-08-18 with total page 85 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the life of Marie Curie—a story for kids 6 to 9 about discovering big things through hard work Marie Curie became one of the most celebrated scientists in history. Before she changed the world with her discoveries in physics and chemistry, Marie was an intelligent girl who studied hard to reach the top of her class. She overcame many challenges, including people who told her she couldn't be a scientist because she was a woman. She didn't let anything stop her, and her important research is still helping people today. Explore how Marie Curie went from being a young girl growing up in Poland to a famous, Nobel Prize-winning scientist. The Story of Marie Curie includes: Helpful glossary—Find easy-to-understand definitions for some of the more advanced words and ideas in the book. Lasting change—See how Marie Curie made the world a better place for future generations. Test your knowledge—Take a fun quiz about the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Marie's life. How will Marie's determination and curiosity inspire you?

Sandra Bullock

Author : Susan Zannos
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781584150275
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (52 download)

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Download or read book Sandra Bullock written by Susan Zannos and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Profiles the life and career of actress Sandra Bullock.

Read On...Biography

Author : Rick Roche
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 297 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (161 download)

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Download or read book Read On...Biography written by Rick Roche and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2012-03-07 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Categorizing hundreds of popular biographies according to their primary appeal—character, story, setting, language, and mood—and organizing them into thematic lists, this guide will help readers' advisors more effectively recommend titles. Read On...Biography: Reading Lists for Every Taste is that essential go-to readers' advisory guide, filling a gap in the growing readers' advisory literature with information about 450 biography titles, most published within the last decade, but also including some classic titles as well. The book focuses on life stories written in the third person, with subjects ranging from individuals who lived in ancient times to the present-day, hailed from myriad nations, and gained fame in diverse fields. The contents are organized in order to facilitate identification of read-alikes and easy selection of titles according to appeal features such as character, story, language, setting, and mood. Written specifically with librarians and their patrons in mind, this readers' advisory title will be invaluable in public, high school, and college libraries.