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- 00008006 abstract "Describes the habitat, physical characteristics, and behavior of earthworms.".
- 00008020 abstract "On the wintry day when her drama club has a mishap on the way to see a play in the city, Hillary is glad that she has bundled up in her warmest snow gear.".
- 00008022 abstract "Best friends Lenny and Lucy each have a secret fear--Lucy is frightened by a TV monster, Lenny by spiders.".
- 00008023 abstract "Through her great capacity to love, a kind and beautiful maid releases a handsome prince from the spell which has made him into an ugly beast.".
- 00008027 abstract "Describes the physical characteristics, history, and behavior of horses and discusses their interactions with humans.".
- 00008029 abstract "Follows the life of the current president of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People from the gang-plagued streets of Baltimore, Maryland, to his position of leadership in Congress and among the African-American community.".
- 00008034 abstract "Examines the history, geography, society, economy, and culture of Indonesia.".
- 00008050 abstract "Text and maps present the location, topography, climate, population, industries, religions, languages, and currencies of Africa.".
- 00008052 abstract "Discusses various issues regarding racism, including racial profiling, police brutality, stereotyping, White privilege, and the need for dialogue.".
- 00008053 abstract "Discusses the history, daily lives, culture, religion, and conflicts of the Indians that lived in the Pacific Northwest.".
- 00008062 abstract "Discusses witches, including ancient witches; the years between 1450 and 1700 during which time people accused of being witches were violently persecuted; witchcraft today; and magic and spells.".
- 00008065 abstract "Discusses all forms of assisted death, including physician-assisted suicide, and the medical, legal, and ethical controversies surrounding euthanasia.".
- 00008070 abstract "Describes how to make many costumes and accessories out of everyday materials.".
- 00008071 abstract "Explains how to make and decorate various items out of papier mache.".
- 00008072 abstract "Details the life and work of Thomas Edison, who developed the electric light bulb and patents for numerous other inventions and innovations.".
- 00008079 abstract "Based on the traditional English tale, Tattercoats, this novel follows the plight of the beautiful, neglected granddaughter of the Baron of Fisher Forest and her special friend, Malkin.".
- 00008083 abstract "Discusses the Supreme Court trial which resulted from the decision of the New York Times newspaper to publish secret government documents about the Vietnam War.".
- 00008088 abstract "A collection of familiar short moral tales.".
- 00008090 abstract "Chronicles the life and achievements of the nation's second First Lady and advocate for women's rights.".
- 00008091 abstract "While trying to earn money by shoveling snow so she can buy her mother a Christmas present, Carrie comes up with an idea for just the right gift. Includes soup recipes.".
- 00008093 abstract "On Parrot's first day of school, he learns a lesson about talking too much.".
- 00008096 abstract "Describes the ball games of the Olympic Games and previews the athletic competition at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney, Australia.".
- 00008098 abstract "A review of previous Olympic competitions and competitors in the field events and a preview of the 2000 Games in Sydney, Australia.".
- 00008100 abstract "Describes the aquatic events of the Olympic Games and previews the athletic competition at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney, Australia.".
- 00008101 abstract "When they are given the seemingly impossible task of turning thread into gold, the seven Ashanti brothers put aside their differences, learn to get along, and embody the principles of Kwanzaa. Includes information on Kwanzaa, West African cloth weaving, and instructions for making a belt.".
- 00008102 abstract "Sixth grader Livvy prays for guidance when her grandmother's constant mothering threatens to interfere with Livvy's dream of becoming an Olympic skater.".
- 00008105 abstract "Explains the functions of the different parts of the eye.".
- 00008106 abstract "Explains the functions of the different parts of the ear.".
- 00008108 abstract "A biography of Henriette Delille, the African American founder of the Sisters of the Holy Family, who dedicated her life to the service of slaves and those in need in nineteenth-century New Orleans.".
- 00008114 abstract "Describes the gymnastic events of the Olympic Games and previews the athletic competition at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney, Australia.".
- 00008116 abstract "Discusses the childhood, young adulthood, musical career, and death of Jimi Hendrix, considered by many to be the world's greatest rock-and-roll guitarist.".
- 00008123 abstract "Describes the physical appearance, habits, hunting and mating behaviors, family life, and life cycle of the polar bear.".
- 00008124 abstract "Demonstrates how waste paper is recycled into useful household products at the Marcal paper mill.".
- 00008125 abstract "This first-person account of a trip to Zion National Park describes some of its outstanding features, including colorful canyons, the Virgin River, trails, and strange rock formations.".
- 00008126 abstract "Explains the functions of the different parts of the nose.".
- 00008129 abstract "Discusses haunted houses, including ghosts and apparitions, poltergeists, communicating with spirits, and investigating hauntings.".
- 00008136 abstract "Examines one of the most celebrated murder trials in United States history, in which Lizzie Borden was accused of killing her father and stepmother with an axe.".
- 00008139 abstract "A pictorial history of the universe that explains how all things are related--even a horse and an iron ball.".
- 00008141 abstract "Profiles the life of the Texas governor, including his childhood, education, involvement in the military, personal life, business and outside interests, and campaign for the 2000 Republican presidential nomination.".
- 00008150 abstract "Siri Sellin, one of the first human clones, writes a bitter memoir of her childhood as the daughter of a famous and self-absorbed composer.".
- 00008151 abstract "Describes the sailing, rowing, and canoeing events of the Olympic Games and previews the athletic competition at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney, Australia.".
- 00008154 abstract "Discusses unidentified flying objects, including sightings, the Roswell incident, alien abductions, and UFO-associated earthly phenomena.".
- 00008158 abstract "When the farm animals seem to catch the flu one after another, a young boy does his best to take care of them.".
- 00008160 abstract "Explains the meanings of percents and ratios, discusses calculation techniques, and includes many examples.".
- 00008167 abstract "Introduces basic algebra, including integers and variables, explains problem solving techniques, and includes many examples.".
- 00008168 abstract "When serial killer Hank Miller is killed in a shoot-out with police, his abused son Cameron adopts the identity of one of his father's victims in order to find a better life.".
- 00008169 abstract "Explains how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions and decimals; introduces estimating techniques; and includes many examples.".
- 00008175 abstract "Describes in rhyme the activities of a young boy and his extended family as they share a special Thanksgiving.".
- 00008186 abstract "Turtle and Snake are ready to decorate a Christmas tree but they first need to find the perfect tree.".
- 00008189 abstract "Baby Duck follows a rubber ducky down waterfalls, through the woods, and far away from home, not realizing that he will have to find his own way back.".
- 00008198 abstract "Recounts the life of the scientist whose theories of relativity revolutionized the way we look at space and time.".
- 00008205 abstract "Gregory Groundhog and his shadow desperately look for each other after they become separated from one another just before their annual appearance on Groundhog Day.".
- 00008209 abstract "While trying to improve his failing math grade in order to stay on the basketball team, Mickey learns a lesson about forgiveness.".
- 00008210 abstract "Mickey has trouble balancing the needs of his friends, his efforts to train his dog, school work, and practice for the upcoming championship basketball game.".
- 00008211 abstract "Walter shows Iris how to make friends with his horse Rain, and in turn, Iris helps Walter deal with a problem at school.".
- 00008217 abstract "Explains the various parts of the human skeleton and different types of muscles and their functions.".
- 00008222 abstract "Describes the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment of asthma, as well as guidelines for living with the disease.".
- 00008223 abstract "Explains the terms used for groups of birds, including parrots, cranes, and penguins and provides information on the group behavior of these creatures.".
- 00008229 abstract "Explains the terms used for groups of insects, including ants, termites, flies, and grasshoppers and provides information on the group behavior of these creatures.".
- 00008235 abstract "Suzie and her friends plant seeds in their garden and are surprised when the smallest seed produces the biggest, most beautiful tree. Includes a retelling of Jesus' parable of the mustard seed.".
- 00008238 abstract "Discusses the history of the home of the United States president, including its location, design and construction, fire and rebuilding, renovations, and how it evolved into a modern residence.".
- 00008240 abstract "Describes the climate, seasons, plants, animals, and soil of the boreal forest, a biome or land zone, which stretches across the northern parts of North America, Europe, and Asia.".
- 00008243 abstract "Takes readers on a walk through a forest of trees that lose their leaves in the fall, showing examples of how the animals and plants depend on each other and their environment to survive.".
- 00008244 abstract "Takes readers on a walk through a tropical rain forest, showing examples of how the animals and plants depend on each other and their environment to survive.".
- 00008245 abstract "Takes readers on a walk in the tundra, showing examples of how the animals and plants of the tundra are connected and dependent on each other and the tundra's soil and climate.".
- 00008251 abstract "Describes the climate, soil, plants, and animals of North American deserts and the ways in which the plants and animals depend on each other and their environment to survive.".
- 00008252 abstract "Describes the climate, soil, seasons, plants, and animals of the North American prairie and the ways in which the plants and animals depend on each other and their environment to survive.".
- 00008269 abstract "A young boy counts the candles on the family menorah and the lights he sees in the world around him on each night of Hanukkah. Includes information on the history and significance of the celebration.".
- 00008272 abstract "Sixty short devotional readings introduce the biological sciences as indications of God's creativity and are accompanied by relevant scripture verses and suggested activities.".
- 00008274 abstract "Nick, a deaf seventh grader, befriends a mysterious girl who is training and protecting a pack of valuable sheepdogs on her own.".
- 00008275 abstract "Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of fireflies.".
- 00008277 abstract "This first-person account of a trip to Yellowstone National Park describes some of its outstanding features, including fiery geysers, boiling mud pools, and diverse wildlife.".
- 00008280 abstract "Describes the functions, characteristics, disorders, and care of skin and hair.".
- 00008281 abstract "Describes the physical appearance, habits, hunting and mating behaviors, family life, and life cycle of the black bear.".
- 00008282 abstract "In the course of one year, a jack-o-lantern, discarded after Halloween, decomposes in the backyard and eventually grows new pumpkins from its seeds.".
- 00008290 abstract "On the day his father moves out of the house, Danny's teacher, friends, and family reassure him that his parents' divorce is not his fault.".
- 00008291 abstract "Provides information about the fashion industry, common careers in fashion, and how to prepare for them.".
- 00008294 abstract "Examines the life of the twentieth-century African-American singer and actor who spoke out against racism and injustice.".
- 00008295 abstract "Traces the events, trends, and important people of the 1950s, including science, technology, politics, fashion, the arts, sports, and entertainment.".
- 00008297 abstract "Examines the war crimes trial, in which Henry Wirz, the Confederate officer in charge of Andersonville Prison camp was accused of allowing the prisoners to be deliberately abused and neglected.".
- 00008300 abstract "An illustrated collection of Vietnamese folktales with explantory notes following each story.".
- 00008301 abstract "An illustrated collection of Christmas poems, songs, recipes, and traditions.".
- 00008302 abstract "A charming kitten named Stella dances for the family who owns her, but as Stella grows up, she dances less and less, and everyone misses her dancing days--until she has six kittens of her own who all love to dance.".
- 00008307 abstract "An African folktale about a mouse who pays close attention to her surroundings and avoids being tricked by the cat.".
- 00008311 abstract "Presents a history of the tense, often combative, relations between Soviet Russia and the United States from the end of World War II to the fall of communism in 1989.".
- 00008312 abstract "Marisol, who is bilingual, is sometimes overwhelmed when her Spanish-speaking family members and neighbors need her to translate for them.".
- 00008315 abstract "Describes the functions of the different parts of the mouth.".
- 00008318 abstract "A young witch searches for a creepy pet.".
- 00008323 abstract "A retelling of the Christmas story as seen through the eyes of the youngest shepherd tending his flock. Includes a note about gift giving.".
- 00008330 abstract "Traces the life and career of the Chinese Communist leader who brought reforms and international trade to China in the 1980s.".
- 00008334 abstract "Sixteen-year-old Cooper regrets her decision to break up with Jason and jeopardizes her modeling career after sticking to her Christian beliefs during a risky photo shoot.".
- 00008347 abstract "Provides information about distributing goods and services using middlemen, channels, modes of transportation, and the internet.".
- 00008381 abstract "Brief stories and devotions examine the responsibilities, problems, and pleasures of friendship.".
- 00008382 abstract "Examines the anatomy, habitat, behavior, life cycle, and legends of the torpedo-shaped fish.".
- 00008383 abstract "Describes the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of attention deficit disorder, as well as ways in which people live with it.".
- 00008384 abstract "Discusses the symptoms, diagnosis, cause, and treatment of bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression, a mental illness that causes a person's moods to swing from happy and energized to extremely sad.".
- 00008386 abstract "Describes the men and women who fought in the Vietnam War, the kind of war they fought, and the distress and difficulty they suffered on their return to the United States.".
- 00008390 abstract "On Penguin's first day of play school, he won't share the slide with others until Crocodile teaches him a lesson.".
- 00008393 abstract "Photographs and text describe step-by-step process by which teddy bears are made at the Vermont Teddy Bear Company.".
- 00008395 abstract "A young boy describes himself as old enough to feed the fish, bold enough to hold a worm, and sweet enough to give a gift.".