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- 2001003086 abstract "An introduction to counting through a description of the physical features and habitat of animals like earthworms, jellyfish, leeches, and slugs.".
- 2001003087 abstract "Introduces the alphabet by describing such animals as earthworms, slugs, and jellyfish.".
- 2001003090 abstract "Describes the formation, exploration, and parts of a comet, including how people have perceived comets throughout history.".
- 2001003091 abstract "Twelve-year-old time traveler Eli Sands continues his search for his missing mom, encountering new characters and trying to save the free world from tyrannical rule.".
- 2001003106 abstract "Simple text and photographs from the rain forest present the characteristics and behavior of tarantulas.".
- 2001003107 abstract "Simple text and photographs from the rain forest present the characteristics and behavior of tree frogs.".
- 2001003108 abstract "Simple text and photographs present the life cycle of a cat.".
- 2001003109 abstract "Text and photographs present a brief description of the life cycle of chickens.".
- 2001003110 abstract "Simple text and photographs present the life cycle of a dog.".
- 2001003111 abstract "Simple text and photographs present the life cycle of frogs, from egg to tadpole to full-grown frog.".
- 2001003135 abstract "Provides step-by-step instructions for drawing cartoon birds, including toucans and parrots.".
- 2001003140 abstract "Examines the personal life, college years, and professional career of NBA basketball star Latrell Sprewell, who now plays for the New York Knicks.".
- 2001003141 abstract "Traces the life, accomplishments, and legacy of the civil rights attorney who became a prominent Supreme Court Justice.".
- 2001003143 abstract "Discusses the life and controversy of J. Edgar Hoover, former chief of the Federal Bureau of Investigation,".
- 2001003147 abstract "Describes what meteors and micrometeors are, and describes the different types of meteorites, including lunar and martian meteorites, and how meteorites form craters.".
- 2001003148 abstract "Explores how stars form and create energy, including descriptions of black holes, constellations, and the movement of stars.".
- 2001003153 abstract "Discusses the history and development, technological and political challenges, and future of the world's first reusable space vehicle, including the shuttle program's effects on NASA.".
- 2001003157 abstract "Presents the skills, education, training, and experience that can prepare one for a space-related career, with examples from the lives of astronauts and other space scientists.".
- 2001003170 abstract "Profiles the characteristics of and qualifications needed for twelve jobs that involve working with animals.".
- 2001003182 abstract "Explores twenty-one careers in the field of biology, in terms of the nature of the work, educational or training requirements, ways to get started, advancement possibilities, salary figures, employment outlook, and sources of more information.".
- 2001003191 abstract "While she studies condors in the Grand Canyon a scientist's life is threatened, and the strange, hostile, teenage computer whiz in her family's foster care might be involved.".
- 2001003193 abstract "Discusses the private life and film career of movie star, Mel Gibson.".
- 2001003194 abstract "Discusses the early history of New Jersey, from its settlement by Dutch and English colonists, through its participation in the Revolutionary War, statehood, and industrialization.".
- 2001003196 abstract "Discusses the history of spying, famous spies, and the technological future of spying.".
- 2001003197 abstract "Four teenagers convicted of violent crimes recount the bad decisions and misfortunes that got them in trouble and their progress towards stopping their destructive behavior.".
- 2001003198 abstract "Discusses the impact of vaccines on diseases, their history and development, current challenges in the field, and future research.".
- 2001003211 abstract "Profiles the life of William Bradley, a Princeton University Rhodes Scholar and NBA All-Star who was a successful basketball player for the New York Knicks before becoming a United States Senator.".
- 2001003212 abstract "Profiles the life of Bob Cousy, a poverty-striken New Yorker who went on to become an NBA All-Star for the Boston Celtics.".
- 2001003213 abstract "Examines the microscopic world of the parasites that cause sleeping sickness and explains the origin of tropical diseases and their history.".
- 2001003226 abstract "Simple text and photographs describe turkeys and their life on the farm.".
- 2001003228 abstract "Rhyming text and illustrations present a variety of math problems.".
- 2001003230 abstract "Describes the landscape, culture, food, animals, sports, and holidays of Switzerland.".
- 2001003231 abstract "Describes the landscape, culture, food, animals, sports, and holidays of Somalia.".
- 2001003244 abstract "Discusses the history and development of some of the world's fastest trains.".
- 2001003245 abstract "Discusses the history and development of some of the world's fastest racing motorcycles.".
- 2001003255 abstract "Profiles basketball player Stephon Marbury, whose childhood dreams of an NBA career led him to play for Georgia Tech University, the Minnesota Timberwolves, the New Jersey Nets, and the Phoenix Suns.".
- 2001003269 abstract "Presents the life and work of the famous sixteenth-century Danish astronomer.".
- 2001003271 abstract "A history of the building of the various pieces of the Great Wall of China, with details of how the walls were built through the ages.".
- 2001003274 abstract "Profiles pirates throughout history, especially women pirates of Europe, America, and Asia, such as Princess Alvilda, Ingean Ruadh, Grany Imallye, Elizabeth Killigrew, Anne Bonny, and Lai Cho San.".
- 2001003275 abstract "An introduction to Brazil, discussing its history, government, economy, people, and culture.".
- 2001003276 abstract "Introduces the land, culture, and cuisine of Norway and includes recipes for such foods as rice pudding, open-face sandwiches, and whipped cream cake.".
- 2001003277 abstract "A biography of the popular and dynamic wife of our fourth President, James Madison.".
- 2001003280 abstract "A basic introduction to barnacles, discussing their physical characteristics, habitat, diet, and activities.".
- 2001003281 abstract "A basic introduction to crayfish, focusing on their physical characteristics, habitat, diet, and activities.".
- 2001003283 abstract "Introduces the physical characteristics, habitat, diet, and activities of the hermit crab.".
- 2001003284 abstract "A basic introduction to horseshoe crabs, discussing their physical characteristics, habitat, activities, and diet.".
- 2001003285 abstract "A basic introduction to lobsters, discussing their physical characteristics, habitat, diet, and activities.".
- 2001003286 abstract "A basic introduction to sea horses, discussing their physical characteristics, habitat, diet, and activities.".
- 2001003287 abstract "An alphabet book providing factual information on sea horses and various crustaceans.".
- 2001003288 abstract "A counting book featuring a variety of crustaceans.".
- 2001003301 abstract "In 39 A.D. in Jerusalem, a group of local children must work with the foreign converts they previously tormented when all of their parents are arrested for practicing Christianity.".
- 2001003302 abstract "Discusses the history of the Lincoln Memorial, its designer, construction of the monument, its location, and its importance to the people of the United States.".
- 2001003308 abstract "Simple text and photographs depict the land, animals, and people of Japan.".
- 2001003309 abstract "Introduces the land, animals, and people of France.".
- 2001003314 abstract "Simple text and photographs introduce dogs and their lives on the farm.".
- 2001003324 abstract "Examines the political events leading up to the assassination of President Kennedy, the shooting itself, and its effects on American society.".
- 2001003325 abstract "A simple introduction to the work food service workers do, discussing where they work and how they are important to the communities they serve.".
- 2001003326 abstract "A simple introduction to the work custodians do, discussing where they work, what tools they use, and how they are important to the communities they serve.".
- 2001003327 abstract "A simple introduction to what carpenters do, including where they work and the tools they use.".
- 2001003329 abstract "A simple introduction to the work lifeguards do, discussing where they work, what tools they use, and how they are important to the communities they serve.".
- 2001003330 abstract "A simple introduction to the work meteorologists do, discussing where they work, the tools that they use, and their importance to the community they serve.".
- 2001003331 abstract "Discusses the anatomy and functions of the lower limbs and how we achieve coordinated and balanced movement with the muscles of our legs and feet.".
- 2001003334 abstract "A detailed description of avalanches which includes their types and causes as well as the prediction of their occurrence and techniques of survival and rescue afterwards.".
- 2001003350 abstract "A description of the life of the outstanding baseball player who started in the Negro leagues, overcame racial discrimination to play with the New York Giants, and was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1973.".
- 2001003351 abstract "A reference guide providing information about careers in dance, exercise, sports coaching, physical fitness instruction, and other fields involving movement.".
- 2001003352 abstract "Introduces ultra or long-distance swimming, exploring such key elements as training, safety, gear, and competition and profiling ultra swimmers, past and present.".
- 2001003359 abstract "Discusses the causes, formation, effects, and prevention of earthquakes.".
- 2001003360 abstract "Describes and illustrates various forms of truck racing and related events, including NASCAR truck racing, monster truck racing, and car crushing events.".
- 2001003362 abstract "Describes the world's high speed passenger trains, from steam engines of the 1930s, through modern supertrains powered by electricity, to magnetic levitation trains now being tested.".
- 2001003388 abstract "Discusses genes, genetics, and the legal and ethical issues involved in mapping DNA in the human body.".
- 2001003394 abstract "Presents a rhyming retelling based on the Biblical parable of the hidden treasure.".
- 2001003401 abstract "Follows the life and career of the man who revolutionized photography by developing a camera simple enough for anyone to use.".
- 2001003423 abstract "Simple text and photographs depict the land, animals, and people of Australia.".
- 2001003424 abstract "Explains how to use statistics to interpret the data compiled in a science project and suggests where to find additional information on the Internet.".
- 2001003425 abstract "Uses science projects to explore such areas of psychology as personality, emotions, perception, learning, memory, and parapsychology.".
- 2001003426 abstract "Explains concepts such as acceleration, force, friction, and gravity by using them in simple experiments, in such real-life settings as the bowling alley and supermarket.".
- 2001003427 abstract "Discusses the situations and events that led to the Boston Massacre, the precursor to the American Revolutionary War, including information on the colonies' relationship with Britain and the effects of the French and Indian War.".
- 2001003428 abstract "Examines the famous westward route of American settlement during the 1800s, including everyday life on the trail, what it took to make the journey successfully, and what happened to unsuccessful attempts to reach the Oregon Territory.".
- 2001003429 abstract "Follows the life of the president of the Confederate States of America, tracing events from his childhood, through secession and the Civil War, to his life following the conflict.".
- 2001003430 abstract "Introduces the geography, animals, food, and culture of Indonesia.".
- 2001003431 abstract "Introduces the geography, animals, food, and culture of Nicaragua.".
- 2001003432 abstract "Explains the virtue of forgiveness and gives tips on how to practice forgiveness in your home, school, and community.".
- 2001003434 abstract "Explains the virtue of politeness and describes ways to show politeness in the home, school, and community.".
- 2001003436 abstract "An introduction to the geography, history, economy, culture, and people of France.".
- 2001003437 abstract "Explains the different jobs NASA astronauts do on space shuttles.".
- 2001003438 abstract "An introduction to the geography, history, economy, culture, and people of Haiti.".
- 2001003439 abstract "Discusses the history and development of some of the world's fastest trucks, describing the specific features and specifications of such vehicles as racing pickups, semi-trucks, monster trucks, and jet-powered trucks.".
- 2001003440 abstract "Discusses the history and development of some of the world's fastest helicopters, describing the specific features and specifications of such aircraft as the SA 360 Dauphin, Boeing-Sikorsky RAH-66 Comanche, AH-64 Apache, and V-22 Osprey.".
- 2001003455 abstract "Examines the life and death of Martin Luther King, Jr., his impact on society, his assassination, and his legacy as a slain African American hero.".
- 2001003464 abstract "Discusses the scientific aspects of the planet Mars, including its topographical make-up and the possibility that it may contain water and living things.".
- 2001003469 abstract "Describes some of the major races, cars, and key figures connected with stock car racing sponsored by NASCAR.".
- 2001003470 abstract "Discusses the life of F. Scott Fitzgerald and the historical context, plot, themes and character analysis of The Great Gatsby.".
- 2001003472 abstract "A dog that has been cruelly mistreated tells the story of his life with a kind and loving family that rescued him.".
- 2001003474 abstract "Traces events leading up to and resulting from the December 7, 1941, Japanese attack on American battleships at Pearl Harbor, which brought the United States into World War II.".
- 2001003475 abstract "Discusses the lives and the struggle that faced by ten women who pursued careers in the medical field, including Dorothea Lynde Dix, Elizabeth Blackwell, Clara Barton, Mary Edwards Walker, Susie King Taylor, Susan LaFlesche Picotte, Clara Maass, Gerty Radnitz Cori, Antonia Coello Novello, and Mae Carol Jemison.".
- 2001003478 abstract "Examines the events surrounding the development of the silicon chip, its uses, and its impact on civilization.".
- 2001003480 abstract "Examines the issue of slavery in the United States and the rift it created between states and explores the circumstances leading up to the Emancipation Proclamation, and the impact of the abolition of slavery.".
- 2001003481 abstract "Examines the events and circumstances leading to the discovery of DNA and the impact of this discovery on the scientific and medical communities.".
- 2001003490 abstract "A discussion of careers in sports medicine and physical therapy, with information on different specializations, training programs, and career preparation.".
- 2001003491 abstract "Profiles the life and forty-year legacy of basketball great Jerry West.".