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"The current political climate has left many of us wondering how our government actually operates. Sure, we learned about it in school, but if put to the test, how many of us can correctly explain the branches of government? The history of politics? The differences and connections between local government and federal government? Enter How to Be an American. While author and illustrator Silvia Hidalgo was studying for her citizenship test, she quickly...
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"Australia's most in-demand sexologist and relationship expert, Dr. Nikki Goldstein, dispenses invaluable advice on how to tackle a broad variety of relevant topics like how to let go of outdated beliefs around what it means to be single, how to become technosexually savvy, how to know if you are overtexting, when to enact a man-ban and how to deal with new dating phenomena like ghosting"--back cover.
84) Field hockey
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IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
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There has been an increase in young girls playing hockey, and field hockey is a very popular version of this sport for girls to play. This essential guide introduces readers to important aspects of the game of field hockey, from the rules and positions to safety tips and other fun facts about this fast-paced sport and the people who play it.
85) The night sky
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This field guide highlights 100 objects that can be seen in the night sky. Readers will gain a greater understanding about how to spot these things, including constellations and objects in our solar system. Features include a helpful introduction to the topic, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
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"Some of the most important things you need to know to succeed in graduate school-like how to choose a good advisor, get funding for your work, and whether to celebrate or cry when a journal tells you to revise and resubmit an article-won't be covered in any class. They are part of a hidden curriculum that you are just expected to know or somehow learn on your own-or else. In this comprehensive survival guide for grad school, Jessica McCrory Calarco...
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Presents strategies for developing the mental skills needed to reach maximum performance in baseball, discussing goals and expectations, confidence, visualization, concentration, and other topics; and offers specific strategies for dealing with hitting, pitching, fielding, and baserunning.
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This field guide highlights 100 flowers and plants found throughout the world. Readers will gain a greater understanding about these living things and will be able to identify them in the wild. Features include a helpful introduction to the topic, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
96) The seeing stone
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Spiderwick chronicles volume 2
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
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When Mallory and Jared attempt to rescue Simon from goblins, they use a magical stone which enables them to see things that are normally invisible.
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From the front lines of the fracking debate, a "field philosopher" explores one of our most divisive technologies. When philosophy professor Adam Briggle moved to Denton, Texas, he had never heard of fracking. Only five years later he would successfully lead a citizens' initiative to ban hydraulic fracturing in Denton-the first Texas town to challenge the oil and gas industry. On his journey to learn about fracking and its effects, he leaped from...
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You don't have to starve to be an artist. Build a career doing what you love.
In this practical guide book, professional artist Lisa Congdon reveals the many ways you can earn a living by making art-through illustration, licensing, fine art sales, print sales, teaching, and beyond.
• Including industry advice from such successful art-world pros as Nikki McClure, Mark Hearld, Paula Scher, and more
• This art and business book will equip you...