Catalog Search Results
2) Vietnam
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
"The history of Vietnam is complicated and filled with conflict, and that history has impacted the nation's culture in major ways. Readers explore the relationship between Vietnam's history, geography, and culture in this thoroughly updated look at the Southeast Asian nation. With chapters highlighting economics, arts, religion, language, and the lifestyles of the Vietnamese people, readers are given a comprehensive overview of Vietnam that is enhanced...
4) Jamaica
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
"Jamaica is a popular tourist destination, but what is life like for the people who live on this Caribbean island? Readers find out as they explore chapters devoted to this nation's geography, government, religious and ethnic groups, leisure activities, and more. Vibrant photographs highlight the beauty of the Jamaican landscape and people, and maps provide an additional visual element. Sidebars and fact boxes help develop a sense of curiosity about...
Author
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
"Everybody has a body. Whether you're short, tall, fat, thin, hairy, bald, whether you use a wheelchair or have a limb difference, we all rely on our bodies to take us through the world. From hiking a mountain to playing baseball to exploring an aquarium, debut author Molli Jackson Ehlert and illustrator Lorian Tu show us all the different ways that bodies can look and the things they can do, with representation of all different types of bodies"--...
6) South Korea
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
"As Korean pop music, skincare trends, food, and television dramas have exploded in popularity far beyond the borders of the nation they came from, many young people have become curious about South Korean culture. This comprehensive guide provides them with more details about South Korea's entertainment industry and cuisine, but it also presents essential facts about this nation's history, economy, language, and government. The updated main text highlights...
Language
English
Description
"Cooking is not only fun, it's a powerful learning tool. It's an amazing way to learn about the world. But even more important, cooking is one of the best ways to spend time together. In the kitchen, your family can leave screens (and worries) behind and enjoy making something delicious to share. What the young chef or the grown-up takes on will differ depending on age, ability, and interest. Don't be afraid to try new things or to make mistakes....
Author
Series
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
"In another world, ninja are the ultimate power--and in the village of Konohagakure live the stealthiest ninja in the world. But twelve years ago Konohagakure was attacked by a fearsome threat--a nine-tailed fox demon which claimed the life of the Hokage, the village champion. Today, peace has returned, and a troublemaking orphan named Uzumaki Naruto is struggling to graduate from the ninja Academy. His goal: to become the next Hokage. But unknown...
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
Since 2013, Fox News host Greg Gutfeld has covered everything from crazed academics to unhinged celebrities to the wildest election in recent history on his shows The Five and The Greg Gutfeld Show. Now he brings together his best and favorite monologues. Scored through with marginal edits, scratch-outs, 20/20 hindsight, and up-to-the-minute commentary on what he got wrong.
Author
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
How do you tell a story? Before Toni Morrison was a Pulitzer Prize winner and Nobel Prize-winning author, she was Chloe Ardelia Wofford, a little girl in Ohio who was both the only Black child in her first-grade classroom and the only student who was able to read. This is the true story of how that young girl learned from her upbringing, surrounded herself with stories, and made a tremendous impact on the world. Toni Morrison's pen was her sword,...
Author
Language
English
Description
"Using fun facts and a narrative from the adventurous Nocturnals characters--Dawn the fox, Tobin the pangolin, and Bismark the sugar glider--this companion nonfiction book takes the reader around the world and investigates the adaptations of nighttime animals to their natural habitats"--
Author
Language
English
Description
"An inspiring picture book biography about Glenn Burke, the first Major League Baseball player to come out as gay, and the story of how he created the world's most recognizable handshake, the high five. Playing for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Glenn Burke could do it all--hit, throw, run, field. He was the heart of the clubhouse who energized his teammates with his enthusiasm and love for the game. It was that energy that led Glenn to invent the high...
15) The flute
Author
Language
English
Description
"Follow flute player, Sonja, as she plucks up the courage to play a flute solo in tonight's concert. Discover how the flute is played, the different sounds it can make, and its role within the orchestra. Listen along to the vibrant concert performance at the end. With panels that offer suggestions for music to listen to and exclusive music to download from the LSO, this is a multi-sensory experience in which to enjoy and learn about the flute. From...
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
A blend of Scripture and science designed to cultivate a passion for God's Word and His creation, this unique devotional sets readers on an animal-themed expedition filled with critter facts, Bible verses, prayers, suggested activities, and journaling opportunities.
Author
Language
English
Description
"The world's oceans are teeming with amazing animals, and The Magnificent Book of Ocean Creatures brings this undersea world into the reader's hands with dazzling, oversized illustrations and captivating facts. Each of the 36 animals is presented in full color, accompanied by interesting information about how it survives in its natural habitat. Key characteristics of each creature are also presented in fact boxes for easy reference. From the reclusive...
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
A courtroom drama on a corporate takeover. The protagonist is Judge Paul Murray, judging the legality of an acquisition. Murray's problem is that the corporate raider is a close friend of Murray's wife and it was due to the raider's influence that Murray received his appointment. By the author of Shadow of a Doubt.
19) Goalball
Author
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
"Explores the history of goalball, the classification system used for the sport, and notable athletes. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, infographics, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Language
English
Description
Get the Summary of Harold Bloom's The Western Canon in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "The Western Canon" by Harold Bloom is a comprehensive exploration of the literary works and authors that have shaped Western culture. Bloom delves into the concept of the Canon, emphasizing its evolution from a prescriptive list of essential readings to a more personal selection of literature that fosters individual connections....
Search More Libraries
Didn't find what you need? Items not owned by SWAN libraries can be requested from other WorldCat libraries to be delivered to your local library for pickup.
Didn't find it?
Can't find what you are looking for? Suggest a purchase. Submit Request