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2021.
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"Although fans the world over have been fascinated by the modern Summer Olympics since 1896, the Winter Olympics didn't officially begin until 1924. The event celebrates cold-weather sports, displaying the talents of skiers, ice skaters, hockey players, and, most recently, snowboarders. Like its summer counterpart, the Winter Games are dedicated to bringing together the world's top athletes to honor their talents and see who gets to stand on the medal...
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[2018]
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English
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GOOOAAAAAL! Get ready for a front-row seat at the world's most-watched sporting event—the World Cup.
Every four years, thirty-two of the best men's soccer teams from across the globe compete for the title of FIFA World Cup winner. Over one billion people tuned in worldwide to watch the final game of the 2014 competition, making the World Cup the most widely viewed sporting event in the world, exceeding even the Summer Olympics! This book...
Every four years, thirty-two of the best men's soccer teams from across the globe compete for the title of FIFA World Cup winner. Over one billion people tuned in worldwide to watch the final game of the 2014 competition, making the World Cup the most widely viewed sporting event in the world, exceeding even the Summer Olympics! This book...
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2022.
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English
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"When Charles Dickens wrote A Christmas Carol in 1843, he likely had no idea that the story and its main character, Ebenezer Scrooge, would remain so popular nearly two centuries later. Today, readers still find themselves entertained by the story of a grumpy, selfish man who becomes a holiday hero after he learns generosity through the help of three spirits in Victorian-era England. Whether a Dickens fan or someone in love with all things "Christmas,"...
85) Rocks
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Earth is made of different things-gases, rocks, soil, and water. Most of Earth is made of rock. Rocks are made of many different things and can be many different shapes, sizes, and colors. From statues to houses to roads, Rocks illustrates the many ways that rocks can be used.
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There are more than 5,600 species of amphibians on Earth, and about 4,990 of those species are frogs. Using clear text and full-color photographs, Frogs and other Amphibians teaches children about the bodies, senses, habitats, and behaviors of frogs, salamanders, and caecilians.
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With Dr. Mears as teacher and mentor, readers will study the four accounts of Jesus Christ's life and ministry from the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. They will gain a big-picture understanding of key events-Jesus' miraculous birth, His ministry, His teachings, and His crucifixion and resurrection-yet also see how each Gospel evangelist chose to emphasize particular themes for his reading audience. Twelve sessions of study give readers an...
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Kids will be fascinated by the variety of fish that live in our world's oceans! Beginning with an introduction of the three major groups of fish, Animals Called Fish explains how fish breathe underwater using gills, how they use their different fins for swimming, and how they defend themselves against predators.
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2021.
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English
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"The Mummy's story was inspired by the opening of King Tut's tomb in 1922. The film producers of the early Dracula and Frankenstein films wasted no time creating a character who's been creeping out of his coffin and entertaining audiences since 1932. Author Sheila Keenan explains the history of the movie and its remakes, the legendary curse of King Tut's mummy, and what lies ahead for this monstrous creature" --
90) Sunshine
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Pub. Date
1999.
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English
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Briefly describes the sun and topics related to sunlight, including day and night, shadows, heat and cold, and the effects of sunshine on plants and animals.
91) Snow
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Pub. Date
1999.
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English
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Briefly discusses aspects of cold weather, including such topics as snow, frost, icebergs, blizzards, effects on plants and animals, and more.
92) Rain
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1999.
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English
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Briefly discusses what rain is, how it occurs, its effects on people, plants, and animals, and the impact of too much or too little rain.
93) Honesty
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1981.
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Special revised edition.
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English
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Examples from daily life characterize honesty.
94) Wind
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1999.
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English
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Discusses the movement of air, including some effects of wind on sea, land, plants, animals, buildings, transport, and pollution.
95) Responsibility
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[1988]
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English
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Suggests ways to show responsibility, such as remembering to feed kitty, eating one's peas, and wearing boots in the rain.
97) Respect
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[1988]
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English
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Illustrates ways of showing respect for others.
99) Self-control
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[1982]
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Special revised edition.
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English
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Offers advice for young children on how to use self-control in their lives.
100) Patience
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[1986]
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English
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Depicts times when we must exercise patience: finishing a jigsaw puzzle, waiting for our birthdays, and learning how to tie shoes.
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