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Author
Publisher
Castle Point Books
Pub. Date
2022.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
122 p.
Language
English
Description
Discover the courageous kids who aimed high and made a difference! Every great scientist, activist, writer, and inventor started out as a child with a dream. With illustrations by Vesna Asanovic, Jennifer Calvert's Teen Trailblazers: 30 Daring Boys Whose Dreams Changed the World explores the stories of 30 of these remarkable kids, whose passions led to lifesaving medical treatments, revolutionary inventions, and history-making achievements. From groundbreaking...
Author
Publisher
Annick Press
Pub. Date
2022.
Physical Desc
117 p. ;
Language
English
Description
No matter how rich or poor you are, economic inequality impacts every aspect of your life—the place where you live, the opportunities you experience, the healthcare you get, the education you receive. More Than Money breaks down why the rich seem to be getting richer while the rest of us are struggling to just get by.
Author
Pub. Date
2023
Physical Desc
207 pages 23 cm
Language
English
Description
Become an anime and manga expert with this must-have, 100% unofficial guide! Chock full of cool info, anime and manga fans will not want to miss out!From One Piece to Sailor Moon, Haikyuu to Spy x Family, the Anime and Manga Mega Handbook has everything you need to know about amazing anime and manga! Full of recaps, character backgrounds, plot theories, backstory, trivia, and much, much more, this MEGA guide has everything fans need to stay in the...
Author
Series
Publisher
Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Pub. Date
2020
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
"Learn about identities, true histories, and anti-racism in twenty [lessons]. This book is written so young people will feel empowered to stand up to the adults in their lives. This book will give them the language and ability to understand racism and a drive to undo it"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Publisher
Callisto Publishing, an imprint of Sourcebooks
Pub. Date
2024.
Physical Desc
163 p. ;
Language
English
Description
Set yourself up for success as an adult—tips and advice for ages 16+
How do you create a budget? Clean a bathroom? Make a doctor's appointment? If you're feeling a little overwhelmed by the responsibilities of growing up, you're not alone—and the Life Skills Book for Teens is here to help! It includes straightforward advice for handling your money, health, home, relationships, and more so you can take on adulthood with confidence.
Life skills...
Author
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
From the acclaimed Ojibwe author and professor Anton Treuer comes an essential book of questions and answers for Native and non-Native young readers alike. Ranging from "Why is there such a fuss about nonnative people wearing Indian costumes for Halloween?" to "Why is it called a 'traditional Indian fry bread taco'?" to "What's it like for natives who don't look native?" to "Why are Indians so often imagined rather than understood?", and beyond, Everything...
Author
Physical Desc
144 pages : illustrations ; 19 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Babysitting is one of the most popular part-time jobs for teens, but caring for kids is no easy feat. Offering useful tips on everything from navigating naptime to negotiating pay rates, this funny, no-nonsense guide covers all the basics any babysitting hopeful needs to know and much more. This revised edition includes updated ideas for finding jobs, keeping kids―and yourself―safe, and handling behavioral challenges. Learn what to expect from...
Author
Series
Publisher
The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Description
There's a lot more to being a good leader than standing in front of a group and telling them what to do. Effective leadership includes communication skills, confidence, compassion, discipline, and the ability to connect with your audience. This guide discusses the characteristics a leader needs and suggests ways for readers to reach their goals. Readers will also understand why it's important to treat group members with respect and compassion,
...Author
Publisher
Rockridge Press
Pub. Date
2021.
Physical Desc
viii, 128 pages : color illustrations, color map ; 24 cm
Language
English
Formats
Description
Are you interested in creating a bountiful garden but worried that you don't have enough space? Raised-Bed Gardening for Beginners shows you how simple it can be to plan, build, and grow your own raised-bed garden in whatever space is available. Learn to build your bed, select the right plants, grow your own vegetables, and much more. This book makes it easy for even inexperienced gardeners to serve up freshly picked vegetables and herbs in no time....
Author
Publisher
Lerner Publishing Group
Pub. Date
2019
Language
English
Formats
Description
Experts have documented an explosive rise in the number of hate groups since the turn of the century, driven by anger over immigration and demographic projections showing that whites will no longer hold majority status in the United States by 2040. The rise accelerated with the elections of presidents Obama and Trump. Extremists are increasingly diffuse, moving to the web and away from organized, on-the-ground activities. What is a hate group and...
Author
Publisher
Rosen Publishing
Pub. Date
2014
Edition
First Edition.
Physical Desc
80 p. : col. ill. ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Through computers, smartphones, and other digital devices, more and more shopping takes place online. As consumers turn to online retail for their shopping needs, companies need workers who can use computer technology efficiently and intelligently. This title explores a number of promising career paths within online retailing, including Web developers, user interaction designers, digital advertising and marketing managers, data analysts, and more....
Author
Series
Publisher
Rosen Pub
Pub. Date
c2010
Edition
1st ed.
Physical Desc
64 p. : col. ill. ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Through this engaging book, students learn how to make a good budget, one that includes income, expenses, and savings. Knowing how to earn, spend, and save money are important money management skills. Using good money management skills can help a person become financially independent. Readers also learn that making and following a budget can help them reach their short-term and long-term goals. This book explains how to set up a weekly expense record...
14) First job smarts
Author
Series
Publisher
Rosen Pub
Pub. Date
2010
Edition
1st ed.
Physical Desc
64 p. : col. ill. ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
Any first job is a thrill. It provides a sense of worth, not to mention the pay. A first job presents an opportunity to "get smart" with money, helping young workers to see exactly how money comes and goes. Good money management involves learning how to prepare a budget, how to spend wisely, how to save and invest for the future, how to satisfy the laws, and how to help improve society. This compelling book gives readers a solid foundation in first...
Author
Publisher
The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Pub. Date
2023
Language
English
Description
Anxiety and depression are on the rise among American teens. Many are searching for resources to manage these mental health conditions—this empowering title is here to help. It features explanatory text that allows readers to understand what is going on in their brains when they experience symptoms of anxiety or depression. It also covers key ways those with these common mental health conditions can find support and relief, including lifestyle
...Author
Publisher
HarperCollins
Pub. Date
2005
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
A collection of seventy-two poems written especially for girls ages twelve and up by the much-honored and beloved poet Naomi Shihab Nye. First love, friendship, school, family, community, having a crush, loving your mother and hating your mother, sense of self, body image, hopes and dreams . . . these seventy-two poems by Naomi Shihab Nye-written expressly for this collection-will speak to girls of all ages. An honest, insightful, inspirational, and...
Publisher
Annick Press
Pub. Date
2017
Physical Desc
109 p.
Language
English
Description
Whether looking back to a troubled past or welcoming a hopeful future, the powerful voices of Indigenous women across North America resound in this book. #Not Your Princess presents an eclectic collection of poems, essays, interviews, and art that combine to express the experience of being a Native woman. Stories of abuse, humiliation, and stereotyping are countered by the voices of passionate women making themselves heard and demanding change. Sometimes...
Author
Series
Publisher
The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Description
How can you talk to your parents about difficult topics? What are examples of negotiating boundaries in relationships? Whom can you go to at school to ask for help? Readers find the answers to these and many other common questions as they develop the skills needed to speak with confidence. Relatable examples, from family conflicts to disagreements with friends and even asking for a raise at work, are presented, and full-color photographs enhance
...Author
Publisher
Lerner Publishing Group
Pub. Date
2019
Language
English
Formats
Description
According to a UN tally, more than 1 million people fled violence and persecution in 2015. Of these, more than half were children. Thousands died along the way. The Syrian civil war as well as armed conflicts in Nigeria, Afghanistan, Yemen, Somalia, and the Central African Republic contributed to the continuing exodus of people into Europe and North America. Learn more about these modern mass exoduses, what is fueling them in the 21st century, how...
