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  • How Circuits Work

    James Roland

    Library Binding (Lerner Publications, Aug. 1, 2016)
    Have you ever wondered how electricity powers your home or school? What about how that electricity travels? In any device that uses electricity, inside is a small path called a circuit through which electricity travels. Whether we see them in these devices or not, circuits are constantly at work. But how do circuits work? How were they invented? Explore the key concepts that make up a circuit, including the power source, conducting path, and load. Learn how circuits power devices of all sizes, from computers to the lights in your home to satellites in outer space!
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  • From Egg to Owl

    Jennifer Boothroyd

    eBook (Lerner Publications ™, Aug. 1, 2016)
    How does an egg become an owl? Follow each step in the cycle—from a small, round egg to a powerful owl—in this fascinating book!
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  • Gangsters, Bootleggers, and Bandits

    Heather E. Schwartz

    eBook (Lerner Publications ™, Jan. 1, 2017)
    Robbery, smuggling, gambling—gangsters did it all. Find out the true stories of the United States' most feared hoodlums and mob bosses. Learn how a two-bit car thief built a criminal empire—and how the mob's top man wound up in prison. Are you bold enough to read on?
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  • Curt Schilling

    Jeffrey Zuehlke

    Library Binding (Lerner Publications, Jan. 31, 2007)
    Highlights the life and accomplishments of the star pitcher who helped the Boston Red Sox win the World Series.
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  • Odell Beckham Jr.

    Jon M. Fishman

    Library Binding (Lerner Publications, Aug. 1, 2016)
    Odell Beckham Jr.―New York Giants wide receiver―shocks National Football League (NFL) fans with his incredible catches. In a 2014 game versus the Dallas Cowboys, Odell made a one-handed touchdown reception that earned his game jersey a spot in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. But he is more than just a showman on the field. Odell was named Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2014, and his performance only improved in 2015. Learn more about Odell's journey to stardom.
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  • Duct Tape Survival Gear

    Rebecca Felix

    Library Binding (Lerner Publications ™, Jan. 1, 2017)
    Stay dry with a rain shield, keep your food cool in an instant ice pack, and tie a rope that's strong and dependable―all using duct tape! These step-by-step guides will have you creating your own duct tape survival gear projects in no time!
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  • Touching

    Robin Nelson

    Library Binding (Lerner Publications, May 2, 2002)
    An introduction to the sense of touch and the different things that you can feel.
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  • Hooray for Nurses!

    Elle Parkes

    Library Binding (Lerner Publications, Aug. 1, 2016)
    Carefully leveled text and fresh, vibrant photos engage young readers in learning about how nurses serve their community. Age-appropriate critical thinking questions and a photo glossary help build nonfiction learning skills.
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  • BeyoncĂ©: R & B Superstar

    Elaine Landau

    eBook (Lerner Publications ™, Jan. 1, 2017)
    You may know that Beyoncé is a gifted R & B star who has made a splash in the worlds of music, dance, and acting. But did you know that Beyoncé: • was super shy as a child, yet she loved to ham it up in music and dance classes? • goes by Bee among family and friends? • once had her toe broken by a bodyguard when he stepped on it while trying to protect her? Want to know more about the life of this talented celebrity? Read on to learn all about Beyoncé's childhood, family, career, true personality, current projects, and more!
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  • Native Peoples of the Great Basin

    Krystyna Poray Goddu

    Library Binding (Lerner Publications, Aug. 1, 2016)
    Long before Europeans came to the harsh landscape of the Great Basin, many nations of American Indians lived in the region. They had their own languages and cultures, and they knew how to survive in an area with extreme weather and little food. • The Shoshone made powerful bows that could shoot an arrow through a bison. • The Paiute created duck decoys from reeds to help them hunt birds. • The Washoe weaved baskets from reeds and willow. The Great Basin is still home to many twenty-first century American Indians. They continue to weave baskets, hold traditional celebrations, and speak their native languages. Learn more about the past and present of the native peoples of the Great Basin.
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  • Undercover Operations

    Adam Sutherland

    Library Binding (Lerner Publications ™, Jan. 1, 2012)
    The world's security and safety depend on the top-secret agents who carry out undercover operations. Make sure this force is on your radar!Inside you'll find these features:Real-Life StoryRead the thrilling story of an MI6 agent.Show MeCreate your own top-secret messages with our step-by-step guide!Top FiveDiscover the most famous double agents in history.
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  • From Wax to Crayon

    Robin Nelson

    Library Binding (Lerner Publications ™, Jan. 1, 2013)
    How does wax turn into a colorful crayon? Follow each step in the production cycle―from melting wax into a liquid to coloring a fun picture―in this fascinating book!
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