David Christian
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English
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This Fleeting World is the smallest book of big history, telling the story of the universe and history of humanity in less than one hundred pages. Prize-winning historian David Christian covers it all in this compact, accessible, and inspiring guide to the history of everything, from stars and empires to cities, the World Wide Web, capitalism, and globalization. David Christian's approach to human history and big history is a call to action, based...
2) Scrapers
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English
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"Simple text and full color photographs introduce beginning readers to scrapers. Developed by literary experts for students in kindergarten through grade 3"--Provided by publisher.
4) Taxis
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English
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"Simple text and full color photographs introduce young readers to taxis. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher.
5) Cranes
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English
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"Simple text and supportive images introduce young readers to cranes. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher.
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Español
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Cuando el impulso es más fuerte que la razón y el corazón late fuerte y confundido, cuando la sangre corre por las venas y los amores se confunden con la pasión y el deseo, cuando las decisiones se toman desde la emoción y los errores se pagan con sufrimiento, solo queda intentar una vez más luchar por ese amor que te hace levantarte todos los días. Así le pasa a Adrián, un joven solitario que, por causas del destino, conoce a dos mujeres...
7) Ambulances
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English
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"A basic introduction to ambulances. Simple text and full color photographs. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher
8) Big history
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2016.
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English
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Featuring a foreword by the father of Big History, David Christian, and produced in association with the Big History Institute, Big History provides a comprehensive understanding of the major events that have changed the nature and course of life on the planet we call home. This first fully integrated visual reference on Big History for general readers places humans in the context of our universe, from the Big Bang to virtual reality.
Why does the...
9) Anacondas
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Weighing in at more than 400 pounds, anacondas are the world's heaviest snakes! This book explores how these massive creatures look, where they live, and the way they stalk prey.
10) Mambas
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English
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Reaching speeds of up to 12 miles per hour, mambas are considered the world's fastest snakes. Readers will see what mambas look like, where they call home, and why they are one of the deadliest snakes in the world.
11) Cobras
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English
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With threatening hoods and fangs full of venom, cobras are powerful predators able to paralyze their prey and swallow it whole. Find out how cobras look, where cobras live, and the way they fool predators.
12) Sea Snakes
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English
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Sea snakes are skilled underwater breathers able to spit out stored saltwater with their tongues. Kids will learn what these ocean creatures look like, how they swim and thrive in water, and how they hunt near the ocean floor.
13) Copperheads
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English
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Living in parts of the Eastern United States, copperheads are named after the orange-brown color of their bodies. Students will learn about the diet, habitats, and physical characteristics of these poisonous snakes.
14) Rattlesnakes
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English
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Constantly growing, rattlesnakes are often shedding their skin and gaining new rattles on their tail. Discover what these noisy creatures look like, the places they dwell, and how they strike unsuspecting prey.
15) Alberto Del Rio
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English
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Alberto Del Rio is truly a polarizing force in WWE. Born to wrestling royalty, this Mexican Aristocrat stops at nothing to fulfill his destiny of being the WWE champion. Young readers will experience the "Essence of Excellence" in this exciting title.
16) Kraits
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English
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Did you know that a krait's venom is 16 times more dangerous than a cobra's? Found throughout Asia, kraits slither in grasslands and jungles, paralyzing prey with their venom. Eager readers will explore this deadly snake's physical characteristics, learn about how it eats other snakes, and discover much more in this fun title.
17) John Cena
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English
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Members of the Cenation unite! John Cena exploded into WWE in 2002, and he quickly became a fan favorite after racking up world championships. If they weren't fans before, young readers will get an "Attitude Adjustment" in this exciting title on one of professional wrestling's biggest stars.
18) Kane
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English
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For years, Kane wore a mask to cover the burns he had suffered at the hands of his brother. Since his unmasking, the Big Red Machine has continued his reign of terror in professional wrestling. Young readers will be amazed after reading about this seven-foot-tall wrestler's Chokeslam.
19) Rey Mysterio
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English
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Known as the Ultimate Underdog, the high-flying Rey Mysterio has been a fan favorite since his debut. Trained in Mexican lucha libre wrestling, Mysterio makes up for his small size with impressive acrobatic moves. Find out more in this exhilarating read for young students.
20) Triple H
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English
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Few superstars have had impacted professional wrestling quite like Triple H. Over his long career, The Game has racked up numerous championship titles. Learn more about Triple H's "Pedigree" in this exciting title for elementary readers.
