Before Harry Houdini (1874-1926) became the greatest magician in the world, he was just little Ehrich Weisz, a Hungarian-born immigrant who moved to America with his family and performed stage tricks for a little extra cash. He started...
Juvenile nonfiction
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Author:Poskitt, KjartanSummary: - Author:Ofanansky, Allison MaileSummary:
The olive harvest in Israel is a special time. See how the tiny spring flowers blossom into green fruit, then ripen into shiny black olives. Watch the olives as they're gathered, sorted, and pressed into oil. Then celebrate...
- Author:Galford, EllenSummary:
Convinced that unnamed babies are not truly alive, King Tuthmosis I's wife Ahmose immediately names her newborn daughter Hatshepsut. This tiny girl will one day rise above her name and become not just "the foremost of women" but ruler...
- Author:Sutherland, Joel A.Summary:
The tenth book in the bestselling series of hauntingly true Canadian stories - back, and scarier than ever! Even more chilling ghost stories from all across our spooky land. Moody black-and-white illustrations and photographs enhance...
- Author:Sutherland, Joel A.Summary:
Get underneath the covers, because between these book covers are stories about a supernatural sea hag that haunts Dobbins Gardens marsh on Bell Island, Newfoundland and Labrador, a used book from a Barrie, Ontario book shop that...
- Author:Schultz Nicholson, LornaSummary:
From the time she was young, Hayley Wickenheiser was a stand out on the rink. There weren't any teams for girls, so she played on boys' teams. She earned a spot on Alberta's under 18 team when she was only 12 and joined the Canadian...
- Author:Davidson, CarliSummary:
From wet noses to fuzzy paws, babies and toddlers will love learning the parts of the body from the adorable dogs and puppies in Heads & Tails. With lively images from the lens of expert animal photographer Carli Davidson, this...
- Author:Bloom, NaamaSummary:
“Full of practical advice, helpful explanations, and messages of encouragement... Period.” —Parents.com “ Make[s] girls feel both normal and empowered.... If you have a girl nearing puberty in your life, I recommend grabbing a copy for...
- Author:Webb, BarbaraSummary:
Young Readers Discover What Harms Habitats And What People Can Do To Help.
- Author:Peters, Stephanie TrueSummary:
In Whistler, British Columbia, dogs can be found riding chairlifts, perched on skiers' shoulders, and even descending from helicopters, all in the race against time to save people caught in the path of an avalanche. Meet Henry, a...
- Author:De Laurentiis Johnston, JuliaSummary:
A thrilling look at 25 female adventurers from around the world who made their marks on history. Women have long been badass adventurers, loop the looping as trick pilots or braving the grueling climb to the top of Mount Everest. But...
- Author:Eggers, DaveSummary:
If you had to name a statue, any statue, odds are good you'd mention the Statue of Liberty. Have you seen her' She's in New York. She's holding a torch. And she's taking one step forward. But why' In this...
- Author:Schaefer, Lola M.Summary:
These 13 deadly creatures can be difficult to spot until you're right on top of them...'r they're right on top of you. Look for each animal in its environment-look closely!-and learn all the ways you could perish-or survive-depending on...
- Author:Shetterly, Margot LeeSummary:
Now in a new edition for young readers, this is the true story of four African American female mathematicians known as "human computers" who helped John Glenn orbit the earth and Neil Armstrong walk on the moon.
- Author:Goldstone, LawrenceSummary:
This book takes listeners inside the world of the brave men and women who popularized flying through their deadly stunts and paved the way for modern aviation.
- Author:Einstein, James AllanSummary:
Hey, kids! These hockey jokes will tickle your funny bone and keep you laughing all through hockey season and beyond: Q: What does a hockey player and a magician have in common? A: Both do hat tricks!
- Author:Boer, PeterSummary:
This book has everything kids need to know about the hockey rules.
- Author:Singh, Rina, Gould, HeatherSummary:
This is an enhanced ebook with a read-along function. Experience Holi with every color of the rainbow! This Hindu celebration known as the festival of colors and the festival of love signifies the end of winter, the arrival of spring...
- Author:Mulder, MichelleSummary:
Picture a busy avenue. Now plant trees along the boulevard, paint a mural by the empty lot, and add a community garden. Set up benches along the sidewalks and make space for kids' chalk drawings, and you've set the scene for a...
- Author:Arnold, NickSummary:
Gazelle-gnawing lions! Chum-chomping sharks! Man-mashing elephants! The world is filled with angry animals. But which ones really pose a threat to humans? Whether it's the African plain, the Indian jungle, or the South Pacific Ocean,...
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