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From the acclaimed Ojibwe author and professor Anton Treuer comes an essential book of questions and answers for Native and non-Native young readers alike. Ranging from "Why is there such a fuss about nonnative people wearing Indian costumes for Halloween?" to "Why is it called a 'traditional Indian fry bread taco'?" to "What's it like for natives who don't look native?" to "Why are Indians so often imagined rather than understood?", and beyond, Everything...
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Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is publishing a monthly series of e-only essays to correspond with Katherine Paterson's two-year term as the National Ambassador for Young People's Literature. The subjects of the essays include: writing and literature for young people, the wonder and imagination found within great books, common questions novice writers ask, and Katherine's own personal experiences throughout her historic career.
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Heroes are all around us. They may be famous for their deeds, or they could be our friends and neighbors. What sets heroes apart from the crowd is courage. It takes courage to save a life, help others, or fight for what you believe in. How have heroes made an impact on your life? Space 8, a Hi-Lo nonfiction series for young adults, reads like an infinity of facts. This series is full of high-interest topics that grab readers from the first page. Each...
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Connected Lives, a contemporary nonfiction series for teens, features the fascinating life stories of popular artists. Each book presents two singers in a similar musical genre who have lived extraordinary lives, exploring how their lives interconnect and how they are different. As similar as these artists may seem, their rise to fame may have been very different. Multiple musical genres are represented across the series, including pop, hip-hop, jazz,...
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The U.S. criminal justice system is designed to convict criminals, but sometimes innocent people are wrongfully accused and sentenced. Some are cases of mistaken identity. Others are due to police work. Many of these individuals live for years behind bars before being freed. Tragically, some have died before having their names cleared. What would you do if you were wrongly accused? Space 8, a Hi-Lo nonfiction series for young adults, reads like an...
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Six million Jewish people were killed in the Holocaust. Children were not spared. But some managed to survive. Large numbers were sent to concentration camps. Others were hidden by friends and neighbors. Some were smuggled across borders. Many lost their families. Still, they did not give up. These are their stories of survival. Take a look inside White Lightning Nonfiction, a hi-lo nonfiction series for students in the middle grades. Mature, high-interest...
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Survival in extreme conditions is difficult. Still, there are many heroic tales of people who survive against all odds. These stories of extreme survival are gripping and inspiring. From professional outdoorsmen to young people in challenging situations, the will to live is strong inside us all. How would you survive an extreme event? Space 8, a Hi-Lo nonfiction series for young adults, reads like an infinity of facts. This series is full of high-interest...
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This book is a fictionalized non-fiction novel exposing the story of an artist and how he relates to the last draft lottery (Vietnam War Era) of the United States. It depicts real accounts of true-life experiences coming from the San Joaquin Valley of California to the Monterey Peninsula along the West coast of the old Fort Ord Military facility, California, which is currently now the California State University of Monterey Peninsula. The Iron Grains...
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Do you take things apart and put them back together just for fun? Do you dream of drone fleets and robot warriors? Does the idea of designing and building robots sound intriguing? If the answer is yes, it's time to start plotting a career in robotics! Developed by Timothy Rasinski and featuring TIME content, this nonfiction book focuses on STEM topics and builds reading skills. It includes essential text features like an index, captions, glossary,...
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First published in 1529, Martin Luther's "The Small Catechism" was written for the education of children in religious doctrine. It reviews The Ten Commandments, The Lord's Prayer, the Sacraments of Baptism, the Alter and the Eucharist, along with other important religious and biblical tenets in a clear, concise and easy to understand format. It has long been considered as one of Martin's most important writings and is seen as an authoritative text...
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There's a lot a guy needs to know as he grows up and makes his way in the world. And a lot of it, he wouldn't necessarily want to have to ask about because then, well, people would know he didn't know what he was doing! For all the guys out there who want to have it all together, Jonathan Catherman offers this collection of one hundred step-by-step instructions on almost everything a guy needs to know, including how to · wear cologne correctly ·...
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There's a lot more to being a good leader than standing in front of a group and telling them what to do. Effective leadership includes communication skills, confidence, compassion, discipline, and the ability to connect with your audience. This guide discusses the characteristics a leader needs and suggests ways for readers to reach their goals. Readers will also understand why it's important to treat group members with respect and compassion,
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Childcare is a field that continues to grow, as the economy forces more and more people with children to work outside the home. This guide to finding a meaningful job in childcare provides the basic needs of any job seeker: how to craft a successful resume and cover letter, how to dress for an interview, and how to be the best worker you can be. It covers all of the bases, including getting safety certification, licensing, and handling tax concerns...
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The rise of robot automation in the automobile manufacturing industry struck fear into many a laborer's heart, as it was equated with human job and career loss. A Ball State University 2015 study found 88 percent of U.S. job loss was due to robots or homegrown factors to reduce factories' need for human labor. The International Federation of Robotics, however reported that between 2010 and 2015, the U.S. automotive sector installed 135,000 robots,...
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Finding work in the transportation industry puts employees at the center of the action: helping move people and goods, whether that means driving a municipal bus, moving consumer goods via trucks or trains, or helping coordinate the complicated, interconnected web of international civil aviation. In this book, the numerous types of jobs in this field-driver, pilot, logistics professional, transportation engineer, and many more-are highlighted, and...
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For more than 100 years, Canada's First Nations, Inuit's, and Metis people endured an educational system designed to essentially remove all evidence of their native identities. Children were mistreated and stripped of their identities, as they were "educated" in the ways of a nation that wanted no trace of the "Indian." This insightful resource provides a history of Canada and outlines the development of attitudes that resulted in the residential...
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"Human trafficking" is the term that is used today for modern-day slavery. Like African slaves in past centuries, many people from around the world are being held captive and forced to work. Some people are physically beaten to make them work. A few others are sold into slavery. Some are kidnapped. But most people are tricked into becoming a slave. They are given false promises of money, new jobs, educations, and better lives. Then the promises are...
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While it's normal to argue from time to time, is there a point when it's too much? Through up-to-date informational text that includes first-hand accounts by teens and advice from experts, this book will teach readers new techniques for dealing with their anger, as well as ways of avoiding arguments and disagreements. Excellent for research or for personal use.
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Marijuana use is extremely prevalent in today's society, and factions have long debated whether it is helpful, harmful, or both. With the legalization of marijuana in some states, this debate is more heated than ever, making it crucial to give young adults as much information as possible. This volume presents readers with both sides of the issue, encouraging them to think critically about whether or not marijuana should be legalized nationally. Detailed...
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