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A Can-do Approach to Building Confidence, Resilience, and Courage

by Akindele, Oluwatosin

Book - 2022

With a growth mindset, you can achieve anything for boys ages 8 to 12. With a growth mindset, you can achieve anything for boys ages 8 to 12. Show less

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How to Greet A Gran

by Bhatt, Donna Amey

Book - 2021

How to Greet a Gran is a tribute to all grannies, everywhere. How to Greet a Gran is a tribute to all grannies, everywhere. Show less

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Lands of Belonging

A History of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Britain

by Bhatt, Donna Amey

Book - 2022

This book aims to piece together the interesting, surprising, and sometimes very sad story of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Britain, and how these countries have shaped one another over the centuries. This book aims to piece together the interesting, surprising, and sometimes very sad story of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Britain, and how these countries have shaped one another over the centuries. Show less

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A Multicultural Society

Developments in New Zealand History

by Boon, Kevin, 1940-

Book - 2021

Kevin Boon explores more New Zealand History Kevin Boon explores more New Zealand History Show less

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You Are Revolutionary

by Brandt, Cindy Wang, 1978-

Book - 2021

"Whether you're quiet or loud, big or small, good at maths or good at sports, you have everything you need to make big change in the world, just as you are." "Whether you're quiet or loud, big or small, good at maths or good at sports, you have everything you need to make big change in the world, just as you are." Show less

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Psychology for Beginners

by Bryan, Lara

Book - 2022

An accessible introduction to psychology for complete novices. An accessible introduction to psychology for complete novices. Show less

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The Big Book of Festivals

by Bullock, Marita

Book - 2022

Explore some of the most thrilling cultural and religious festivals from around the world. Explore some of the most thrilling cultural and religious festivals from around the world. Show less

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My Own Way

by Estrela, Joana, 1990-

Book - 2022

'My own way' is a simple and inclusive introduction to the freedom in gender expression. 'My own way' is a simple and inclusive introduction to the freedom in gender expression. Show less

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The Wonders We Seek

Thirty Incredible Muslims Who Helped Shape the World

by Faruqi, Saadia

Book - 2022

Stunning portraits and illustrations by Saffa Khan, authors Saadia Faruqi and Aneesa Mumtaz highlight some of the talented Muslim physicians, musicians, athletes, poets, and more who helped make the world we know today. Stunning portraits and illustrations by Saffa Khan, authors Saadia Faruqi and Aneesa Mumtaz highlight some of the talented Muslim physicians, musicians, athletes, poets, and more who helped make the world we know today. Show less

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Shy and Mighty

by Finer, Nadia

Book - 2022

Our noisy world sometimes feels like it's not made for shy people. This book will help children better understand their shyness and find their inner voice. Our noisy world sometimes feels like it's not made for shy people. This book will help children better understand their shyness and find their inner voice. Show less

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The World Book

by Fullman, Joe

Book - 2021

"[R]ich in tantalizing tidbits for young globe-trotters."--Kirkus Reviews "[R]ich in tantalizing tidbits for young globe-trotters."--Kirkus Reviews Show less

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Build A House

A History of Resilience and the Journey to Freedom

by Giddens, Rhiannon, 1977-

Picture Book - 2022

Grammy Award winner Rhiannon Giddens celebrates Black history and culture in her unflinching, uplifting, and gorgeously illustrated book debut. Grammy Award winner Rhiannon Giddens celebrates Black history and culture in her unflinching, uplifting, and gorgeously illustrated book debut. Show less

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Pink, Blue, and You!

Questions for Kids About Gender Stereotypes

by Gravel, Elise

Book - 2022

Simple, accessible, and direct, this picture book is perfect for kids and parents or teachers to read together, opening the door to conversations about gender stereotypes and everyone's right to be their true selves. Simple, accessible, and direct, this picture book is perfect for kids and parents or teachers to read together, opening the door to conversations about gender stereotypes and everyone's right to be their true selves. Show less

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Talking History

150 Years of Speakers and Speeches

by Haig, Joan

Book - 2022

A contemporary introduction to speeches that have changed the world. A contemporary introduction to speeches that have changed the world. Show less

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Born on the Water

by Hannah-Jones, Nikole

Book - 2021

The 1619 Project's lyrical book chronicles the consequences of slavery and the history of Black resistance in the United States, thoughtfully rendered by ...Show more The 1619 Project's lyrical book chronicles the consequences of slavery and the history of Black resistance in the United States, thoughtfully rendered by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones and Newbery honor-winning author Renee Watson. Show less

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Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls

100 Inspiring Young Changemakers

Book - 2022

The fifth volume of the best-selling Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls series, 100 Inspiring Young Changemakers, shines a spotlight on extraordinary young women who are making their mark on the world today. The fifth volume of the best-selling Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls series, 100 Inspiring Young Changemakers, shines a spotlight on extraordinary young women who are making their mark on the world today. Show less

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An Atlas of Lost Kingdoms

Discover Mythical Lands, Lost Cities and Vanished Islands

by Hawkins, Emily

Book - 2022

On this quest around the world, you will discover lost kingdoms, phantom islands and even legendary continents once sought by explorers but now believed to be mythical. On this quest around the world, you will discover lost kingdoms, phantom islands and even legendary continents once sought by explorers but now believed to be mythical. Show less

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Same Here!

The Differences We Share

by Hughes, Susan, 1960-

Book - 2022

Explore how kids around the world live and the common needs that unite them. Explore how kids around the world live and the common needs that unite them. Show less

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Galápagos

by Jackson, Tom, 1972-

Book - 2022

Learn all about one of the most unique places on the planet, the Galapagos islands, in this beautifully illustrated book. Learn all about one of the most unique places on the planet, the Galapagos islands, in this beautifully illustrated book. Show less

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All You Need to Know About Our World by Age 7

by James, Alice (Editor)

Book - 2022

A perfect first introduction to geography and our planet A perfect first introduction to geography and our planet Show less

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Gaudí

Architect of Imagination

by Katz, Susan B., 1971-

Book - 2022

Colourful mosaics, playful flowing forms, imaginative facades-Barcelona shines with the buildings of Antoni Gaudi. Colourful mosaics, playful flowing forms, imaginative facades-Barcelona shines with the buildings of Antoni Gaudi. Show less

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Anne Frank

by Krensky, Stephen, 1953-

Book - 2022

Discover the incredible life story of Anne Frank, the courageous young writer who hid from the Nazis during World War II. Discover the incredible life story of Anne Frank, the courageous young writer who hid from the Nazis during World War II. Show less

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Better Connected

How Girls Are Using Social Media for Good

by Kyi, Tanya Lloyd, 1973-

Book - 2022

"Both a history of social media and a guide to using it in a positive way...The usefulness of the information, and the breadth of support it offers f...Show more "Both a history of social media and a guide to using it in a positive way...The usefulness of the information, and the breadth of support it offers for additional purposes, more than justifies its place on library shelves."-- "School Library Connection" Show less

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War

by Letria, José Jorge

Book - 2021

This book shows us with very few words though powerful, almost surreal images, where war comes from, how it creeps up on us, how it destroys us. This book shows us with very few words though powerful, almost surreal images, where war comes from, how it creeps up on us, how it destroys us. Show less

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Spectacular Sisters

Amazing Stories of Sisters From Around the World

by Lewis, Aura

Book - 2021

Starring the special bond between sisters throughout history, with beautiful illustrations. Starring the special bond between sisters throughout history, with beautiful illustrations. Show less

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