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When Ralph and his pesky cousins accidentally make a mess at the Mountain View Inn, Ralph decides that he'd better take his motorcycle and leave. He persuade his young pal Ryan to take him to school, where Ralph is an instant hit with Ryan's classmates. But Ralph doesn't like being told what to do. Worse than that, his precious motorcycle gets broken.
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[2015]
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"On August 25th, 2005, one of the deadliest and most destructive hurricanes in history hit the Gulf of Mexico. High winds and rain pummeled coastal communities, including the City of New Orleans, which was left under 15 feet of water in some areas after the levees burst. Track this powerful storm from start to finish, from rescue efforts large and small to storm survivors' tales of triumph"--
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What does it mean to be elected to political office? It means you get to decide how to make a town, a state, or even the whole country a better place to live. But how does someone get elected? And what are the challenges of running for office? Read this book to find out.
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Although humans are a part of nature, our actions have historically clashed with the natural world. However, the latest technological developments are changing that for the better. Curious readers will learn about how specific technological and scientific developments are preserving important plant and animal species that are also key to humans' survival. A lively, futuristic design that breaks up the text and features eye-popping fact boxes are sure...
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Stella Diaz volume 3
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"Stella is happy as a clam in fourth grade. She's the president of the Sea Musketeers conservation club, she starts taking swim lessons, and she joins a new art club at school. But as her schedule fills up, school gets harder, too. Suddenly the tides have turned, and she is way too busy!"--Provided by publisher.
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Every living thing on our planet needs air to survive. Most of the time, we hardly even think about Earth's air. But did you know that many of the things we use every day-from cars to electricity-hurt the quality of our air? The pollution in the air can make people, plants, and animals sick. We must join together in the quest to improve Earth's air quality. With engaging text and eye-catching images-plus a special Going Green section-this book tells...
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In the developed world, if you want a drink of water you just turn on a tap or open a bottle. But for millions of families worldwide, finding clean water is a daily challenge, and kids are often the ones responsible for carrying water to their homes. Every Last Drop looks at why the world's water resources are at risk and how communities around the world are finding innovative ways to quench their thirst and water their crops. Maybe you're not ready...
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"In some parts of the world, students go to school all year. Is this a good idea? Readers ask themselves this question as they explore different arguments for and against year-round schooling. As they discover these different points of view, they learn the importance of respecting other opinions. The informative main text is supplemented by fact boxes, which readers can use to develop their own informed opinion on this topic. Full-color photographs...
14) Crunch
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2022
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Kayla Miller, the New York Times bestselling author-illustrator of Click, Camp, Act, and Clash, returns with a new Olive story! Olive is balancing the too-many things she wants to do with the too-few hours in the day to do them. When everything adds up, suddenly it’s crunch time! It’s no secret that Olive loves trying new things. Between taking guitar lessons, making a short film, joining Berry Scouts, and leading the charge on her school’s...
15) Hazmat
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Presents information about hazardous materials and hazmat technicians, including the nine classes of hazardous materials, what a hazmat suit is made of, and what hazmat training consists of.
16) Poisoned water: how the citizens of Flint, Michigan, fought for their lives and warned the nation
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2020.
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Reveals the true story of Flint, Michigan's poisoned water supply, describing how the water crisis unfolded in 2014 and the history of racism and segregation that led up to it.
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Although a view of Earth from space makes it appear we have plenty of water, less than 3 percent is freshwater. Climate change also threatens the small percentage of healthy freshwater humans worldwide can access. However, this exciting title will introduce aspiring engineers to the innovative ways technology is tackling this problem! This explanatory and empowering text describes key ideas about ways technology is cleaning and conserving water supplies-from...
18) All shook up
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From the files of Madison Finn volume 22
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Madison has difficulty trying to divide her time between her boyfriend, a new friend, and a job.
19) Fast break
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[2019]
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First edition.
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"Young Derek bites off more than he can chew when he decides to enter the school talent show and try out for the basketball team"--
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