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First published in 1927 and winner of the Pulitzer Prize in 1928, "The Bridge of San Luis Rey" is the moving story of a tragic accident and its aftermath by American author Thornton Wilder. The novel tells the fictional story of the victims of a horrific collapse of an Incan rope bridge in Peru and how they came to be on the bridge on that fateful day. Set in the early 18th century, the novel begins with a description of the bridge's collapse, which...
2) Bridges
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[2005]
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See famous bridges and learn how they are built.
3) Bridges
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[2018]
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Follow the developments of tunnels, as they have gone deeper underground, have traveled further and helped us transport people, energy and goods through engineering skill, design, and ambition.
7) Bridges
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2016.
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"Learn all about some of the world's most incredible bridges, from how they are designed and built to how bridge technology has changed over time."--
9) Bridges
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"Bridges can be high or low, long or short, straight or curvy. Some are designed to blend in, while others stand out. But each one tells a story: a reminder of our history, a testament to ingenuity and engineering, an invitation to imagine the possibilities of the future. Literally and symbolically, bridges connect us-to new places, new cultures, and new people. With poetic text and sweeping illustrations, Marc Majewski delivers a unique, accessible...
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Do you get that terrible sinking feeling when you first see dummy? Does your mind go blank as everyone waits for you to play to the first trick? If so, you're not alone. Beginning bridge players are taught some of the basic techniques of declarer play: suit establishment, ruffing losers, the finesse, and so forth. The hard part is learning what to do when. In the dreaded moment following the opening lead, the typical novice declarer has no idea where...
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"The Gingerbread Man was eaten by a fox because he couldn't use a bridge to cross the river. This book includes a project on how to build a bridge and the science behind them. Includes fun facts and a "In the Real World" special feature"--
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2016.
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When Charlie visits his hardworking grandparents in the summer, he's often left to himself. One day he goes out to play by the stream with a tin can for tadpoles, a special weed-whacking stick, and stones to drop from the iron bridge. He notices that when he strikes the bridge with a big stone, it rings with a bong like a church bell and echoes into the valley. And sometimes a faint, very distant, different-sounding bong comes back.
15) Brooklyn Bridge
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2001.
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Describes the planning, construction, and history of the Brooklyn Bridge, celebrated as one of the greatest landmarks and grandest sights of New York City.
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Lemonade war series volume 6
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[2022]
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"Evan and Jessie Treski have waged a lemonade war, sought justice in a class trial, unmasked a bell thief, and created a professional magic show. Yet for all their skills and talents, both find themselves being singled out this summer for reasons beyond their control. Natural-born leader Evan, who is always good at making new friends , discovers he is at the mercy of a bully on the summer school playground, and is pressured to act in a way he never...
17) New in town
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The people of Puddletrunk are accustomed to their bridge collapsing and being rebuilt by Mortimer Gulch--when they provide funds and labor--but a newcomer to town may have a better idea.
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2007
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Go around the globe in search of colossal contraptions that really get the job done. Features close-up views at several heavyweight machinery and the people who make them work. Including the world's biggest dump truck, an entire football field that moves and huge mining gear that blasts holes deep underground.
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Graphic Novels ALSC 2022 (K-2)
Hispanic Heritage Month - Children
Pura Belpré Award Winner & Honor Books - Present to 1996
Hispanic Heritage Month - Children
Pura Belpré Award Winner & Honor Books - Present to 1996
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Little Lobo and Bernabé are bringing supplies to the big celebration in the country across the bridge -- but everyone else seems to be going, too! During the long delay, they see all kinds of people on the bridge for different reasons and speaking different languages, but when someone has a grumpy moment, they all come together to make the wait as good as can be.
20) Pop's bridge
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[2006]
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Robert and his friend Charlie are proud of their fathers who are working on the construction of San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge.
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