14686 documents

A Year at a Farm

Harris, Nicholas

Publié en 2009

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Native Americans: Inuit Indians

Yacowitz, Caryn

Publié en 2003

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Land of ice and snow -- The people -- Hunting on the sea and land -- Fish, birds, and berries -- Warm clothing -- Inuit houses -- Dog sleds and skidoos -- Small groups -- Medicine, religion, and spirits -- Inuit games and storytelling -- Explorers and traders arrive -- Big changes -- The Inuit today -- Challenges and the future. Describes daily life among contemporary Inuit Native Americans and their ancestors, covering such facets as food and hunting, clothing, homes, medicine, and recreation, and includes a glossary and further reading list.

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Art and Culture of Ancient Rome

Bardi, Matilde / Di Pasquale, Giovanni / Pistone, Nicholas

Publié en 2010

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From the origins to the republic -- The Roman Empire -- Religion -- Shops and trade -- Transport and communication -- War -- Food -- Entertainment -- Body care and clothing -- Science, technology, and literature -- Art and architecture -- Housing -- Roman cities. Provides an overview of various topics related to art and culture in ancient Rome, discussing artistic styles, architecture, the Roman Empire, the roles of women, literature, and mythology.

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Do you know about Mammals?

Silverman, Buffy

Publié en 2010

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Simple text and photographs introduce mammals, discussing their common characteristics, what they eat, and where they live.

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Grandfather's Journey

Say, Allen

Publié en 1993

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Caldecott Medal, 1994 A Japanese American man recounts his grandfather's journey to America, which he later also undertakes, and the feelings of being torn by a love for two different countries.

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The Girl who drew a Phoenix

Demi

Publié en 2008

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A young girl acquires the qualities of the miraculous phoenix, including wisdom, clear sight, generosity, and right judgment, by practicing drawing the mythical bird.

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My People

Hughes, Langston

Publié en 2009

Autre
Fiction
Poésie

Beautiful, also, are the souls of my people.

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The Ghost Catcher

Hamilton, Martha / Weiss, Mitch

Publié en 2008

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A retelling of a traditional Bengali tale in which a kind and generous Indian barber, pressed by his wife to earn more money, cleverly persuades a ghost to bring him riches.

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Lucy and the Bully

Alexander, Claire

Publié en 2008

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When a mean classmate i preschool wrecks Lucy's artwork, she discovers hat they can be friends once he stops being jealous of her. Lucy is good at drawing and making things at school. But there's a bully at school, and he's very mean to Lucy. She can't tell anyone the bully rips her books and breaks her things, because he told her not to--or else! What can Lucy do?

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The Firehouse Light

Lafrance, Marie / Nolan, Janet

Publié en 2010

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Never Smile at a Monkey and 17 other important things to

Jenkins, Steve

Publié en 2009

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When it comes to wild animals, everyone knows that there are certain things you just don't do. It's clearly a bad idea to tease a tiger, pull a python's tail, or bother a black widow spider. But do you know how dangerous it can be to pet a platypus, collect a cone shell, or touch a tang fish? Some creatures have developed unusual ways of protecting themselves or catching prey, and this can make them unexpectedly hazardous to your health. In this dynamic and fascinating picture book by Steve Jenkins, you'll find out what you should never do if you encounter one of these surprisingly dangerous animals.

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Neo Leo the Ageless ideas of Leonardo da Vinci

Barretta, Gene

Publié en 2009

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Langue : Français