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- 00024762 abstract "Introduces the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of the hammerhead sharks.".
- 00024763 abstract "Discusses the illegal use of heroin as a narcotic, describing how it is taken and its physical effects on the body, especially on the veins.".
- 00024764 abstract "Describes what people wore in early America, discussing colonial, Puritan, and Native American styles.".
- 00024765 abstract "Discusses the historic ride to announce the coming of British troops to Massachusetts at the beginning of the Revolutionary War.".
- 00024766 abstract "Examines the history, unique features, and exploration of the ninth planet from the sun.".
- 00024767 abstract "Examines the history, unique features, and exploration of Uranus, the seventh planet from the sun.".
- 00024768 abstract "Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of this large scavenger bird.".
- 00024769 abstract "Defines worry and discusses ways in which it can be both beneficial and harmful.".
- 00024770 abstract "Examines the planet Earth, including its geology, atmosphere, climate, seasons, moon, and its place in the solar system and the universe.".
- 00024771 abstract "Briefly surveys the Revolutionary War and describes the battle at Yorktown which forced the British to surrender and ended the war.".
- 00024793 abstract "Describes how various football teams won the Super Bowl with the help of key players such as Joe Montana, Doug Williams, and John Elway.".
- 00024794 abstract "Follows the life and football career of Troy Aikman, who has led the Dallas Cowboys to three Super Bowl victories.".
- 00024795 abstract "Examines some notable upsets in the history of the National Football League, in which lesser teams defeated better teams.".
- 00024801 abstract "Alphabetically arranged articles on 107 poets from around the world, accompanied by fifteen essays on various genres and schools of poetry.".
- 00024825 abstract "Discusses the various types of anemia, as well as its causes, symptoms, treatment, and preventative measures.".
- 00024832 abstract "A poem eulogizing the Mexican American labor activist Cesar Chavez and his work helping organize migrant farm workers.".
- 00024835 abstract "Excitement spreads through Rickety Barn Farm as the animals hear about and plan for putting on a show.".
- 00024836 abstract "Presents a collection of prayers, psalms, and spiritual poetry accompanied by thematically related works of art from the collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.".
- 00024839 abstract "Worn out from his duties as President of the First Animal Bank and Editor of the Bean Home News, Freddy decides to relax for the duration of the summer by taking a position as caretaker of a large estate.".
- 00024840 abstract "When Centerboro seems to be overwhelmed by a crime wave, Freddie determines to catch the culprits with the help of Uncle Ben, the farm animals, and a special Dragon.".
- 00024841 abstract "A collection of quotations from the twenty-six books that Walter R. Brooks wrote about Freddy the Pig and his friends on and around Bean Farm.".
- 00024874 abstract "Introduces the career of human services worker, providing information about educational requirements, duties, the workplace, salary, employment outlook, and possible future positions.".
- 00024899 abstract "A dictionary of terms and concepts related to art history and art techniques, including artists and schools of art.".
- 00024920 abstract "Explains how lifelong participation in sports promotes health, confidence, and life skills, and how girls can get the most out of various levels of competition.".
- 00024921 abstract "Describes the lives of the two African-American sisters who stunned the professional tennis world with their rapid rise to the top.".
- 00024938 abstract "Provides information on the physical makeup, surface features, and moons of the three planets farthest away from Earth.".
- 00024939 abstract "Describes the variety of plant and animal life supported by the forest habitat, explaining how these habitats are threatened and how they can be preserved for the future.".
- 00024940 abstract "Looks at ladybugs and other beetles in their natural habitats, with information on how to observe these creatures without harming them or their environment.".
- 00024941 abstract "Describes butterflies and moths in their natural habitats, with information on how to observe these creatures without harming them or their environment.".
- 00024942 abstract "Describes slugs and snails in their natural habitats, with information on how to observe these creatures without harming them or their environment.".
- 00024956 abstract "Explains such dynamic forces of nature as volcanoes, fumaroles, hot springs, and geysers.".
- 00024980 abstract "A first look at the land, people, and gods of ancient Egypt.".
- 00024982 abstract "A biography of the Russian physiologist who won the Nobel Prize for Medicine in 1904 for research on the digestive system and is perhaps best known for his research on dogs.".
- 00024992 abstract "Explains how and why the Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Amendments to the Constitution protect the rights of those accused of a crime.".
- 00024997 abstract "Describes the different types of balloons, the history and dangers of ballooning, and some aeronauts' adventures.".
- 00025020 abstract "Simple text and photographs describe and illustrate happiness and how to enjoy it.".
- 00025021 abstract "Simple text and photographs describe and illustrate anger and ways to alleviate it.".
- 00025028 abstract "Surveys programs and individuals dedicated to preserving birds and bird habitats.".
- 00025031 abstract "Describes the different attitudes people have toward snakes and discusses why they should be protected and their habitats preserved.".
- 00025032 abstract "Describes how snakes move, reproduce, and hunt for food.".
- 00025033 abstract "Describes the physical appearance, habitat, and behavior of various types of common snakes.".
- 00025034 abstract "Describes how various types of snakes hunt, kill, and eat their prey.".
- 00025035 abstract "Describes venomous snakes of the world, including cobras, rattlesnakes, coral snakes, and pit vipers.".
- 00025036 abstract "Describes the appearance and behavior of various snakes around the world, such as garter snakes, boa constrictors, king snakes, and pythons.".
- 00025037 abstract "Provides an assortment of facts on dinosaurs, including those science deems the first feathered, the fastest runner, and the fiercest predator.".
- 00025039 abstract "Examines the history, unique features, and exploration of Neptune, the eighth planet from the sun.".
- 00025047 abstract "A goose tries out a few places to make her nest before finally settling on an old straw hat.".
- 00025049 abstract "Dr. Fox, Henrietta Hen, and Nick Hare are worried when a pig moves into their building, but they are pleasantly surprised at what a good neighbor he turns out to be.".
- 00025058 abstract "Misadventures abound when the Ricko Slicko Advertising Agency arranges popularity and fame for clumsy Wally McDoogle, young writer of superhero stories.".
- 00025072 abstract "A mathematics textbook covering the skills necessary for careers in technical or engineering fields.".
- 00025093 abstract "A biography of the English naturalist who, after collecting plants and animals from around the world, came up with the theory of evolution by natural selection.".
- 00025109 abstract "Briefly describes the Halls of Fame that honor special people and accomplishments in baseball, football, basketball, hockey, and motor sports.".
- 00025136 abstract "Alex follows the advice of his mother, father, sister, and teacher hoping to grow taller, but it is his very tall uncle's advice that really makes a difference.".
- 00025140 abstract "The mountain of Salamandastron needs the help of Brocktree the Badger Lord when evil comes in the form of the Blue Hordes of Ungatt Trunn, the Earth Shaker.".
- 00025141 abstract "In a series of diary entries and email letters, Venola describes how her boring year in seventh grade turned exciting after the arrival of a handsome new student.".
- 00025142 abstract "After swallowing the Hunger Monster, Jiro begins eating everything in sight, until his family finds a way to lure the monster out of Jiro's stomach.".
- 00025178 abstract "Simple text, photographs, and diagrams introduce the muscular system and its purpose, parts, and functions.".
- 00025189 abstract "When she and her mother move to an apartment in New York City after her parents decide on a trial separation, sixteen-year-old Sammie learns to deal with her mother's fragile mental state, her best friend's self-centeredness, several new friendships, and her own budding sexuality.".
- 00025204 abstract "An extremely unhappy ten-year-old magically escapes into a city he has built out of books, chessmen, candlesticks, and other household items.".
- 00025239 abstract "Discusses the causes and effects of diabetes and ways to control the disease.".
- 00025257 abstract "Questions and answers present the habitats and behavior of a variety of polar animals, from penguins and arctic foxes to reindeer and baleen whales.".
- 00025282 abstract "Briefly describes some of the major cities and regions of Indonesia, as well as its people, foods, animal life, and more.".
- 00025289 abstract "Rhyming text, illustrations, pop-ups, and liftable flaps present the letters of the alphabet and various things for which they can stand.".
- 00025304 abstract "Explains reasons for using birth control (including abstinence) to prevent pregnancy and disease; provides options for making a decision and getting help; and describes available choices.".
- 00025327 abstract "Five stories, written in a humorous vein, based on incidents taken from the Old Testament and focusing on the importance of having faith.".
- 00025328 abstract "A young Comanche boy experiences his tribe's conflicts with the Tejanos in 1840s Texas.".
- 00025350 abstract "Discusses the fundamental skills of basketball--dribbling, passing, shooting, and rebounding; understanding the team concept; dealing with difficult situations; and more.".
- 00025358 abstract "A close-up look at volcanoes of the past and present, examining the scientists who study them and explaining how and why they erupt.".
- 00025359 abstract "Simple text and photographs introduce wolves, depicting how they hunt and travel in packs, communicate, and care for their pups.".
- 00025371 abstract "Discusses the elements of poetry, some different types of poetry, how to find ideas, and making changes to what you write.".
- 00025372 abstract "Discusses the history and use of puppets, different kinds of puppets and how to make them, and putting on a puppet show.".
- 00025373 abstract "Discusses different kinds of writing, how to get ideas, practice writing, and editing and revising.".
- 00025375 abstract "An easy-to-read biography of J. K. Rowling, the English author of the popular Harry Potter series of children's books.".
- 00025382 abstract "Spending the summer with her strong-willed politician grandmother, fourteen-year-old Mad achieves breakthroughs in both her horseback riding and her Scottish dancing and begins to develop the self-confidence she has always lacked.".
- 00025405 abstract "Presents instructions for drawing various space craft and vehicles, real and imaginary.".
- 00025407 abstract "Discusses the history, development, habits, and care of Siamese cats.".
- 00025415 abstract "Saint Francis, who loves all animals, explains to a sullen donkey why his kind have always had to work hard, but also tells him of a donkey's role in the first Christmas.".
- 00025427 abstract "Provides information on conditioning for hiking, first aid and survival skills, what to wear, safety tips, and more.".
- 00025441 abstract "A child describes how Dexter the cat had always been part of the family and how much he was loved even after he died.".
- 00025448 abstract "Simple text and photographs present the experience of taking a ride on a ferry.".
- 00025449 abstract "Simple text and photographs present the experience of taking a ride on a boat.".
- 00025450 abstract "Photographs and simple text describe a subway ride, including walking down into the station, going through the turnstile, waiting for the train, riding inside the crowded car, and waving to the conductor after exiting.".
- 00025455 abstract "Although they are left at the wrong park, two friends manage to have their own softball practice.".
- 00025458 abstract "Describes how the native peoples that lived on the Great Plains built their tipis, the unique dwellings they used for shelter and other purposes.".
- 00025483 abstract "Introduces the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of the mako shark.".
- 00025495 abstract "Describes the issue of sexual identity, providing insight on what it means to be heterosexual, bixexual, or homosexual.".
- 00025496 abstract "Explains the basic economic principles of investing and saving.".
- 00025497 abstract "Describes sexual harrassment of teens by other teens and gives information on how to get help if one is being harrassed.".
- 00025498 abstract "Discusses marijuana, the most widely used illegal drug in the United States, emphasizing its damaging physiological effects on the mind and body, most especially the lungs,".
- 00025499 abstract "A brief introduction to the sport of riding a board on the water while being pulled by a boat, discussing techniques, equipment, and performing tricks.".
- 00025557 abstract "Describes the life of American composer Charles Ives, who wrote music which expressed all the sounds he heard in the world, but which was not well received during his lifetime.".
- 00025559 abstract "A biography of the seventh president from his childhood in South Carolina, through his military career in the War of 1812, to his death.".
- 00025570 abstract "In 1863 Pennsylvania, twelve-year-old Ben and his dog Captain set off in search of Ben's brother, who is missing from the Union Army.".
- 00025572 abstract "The angels send Hannah on a mission to Athens to help save the Olympic prospects of a Greek gymnast.".
- 00025590 abstract "Unhappy in a home seemingly devoid of love, a fourteen-year-old albino boy who thinks of himself as Harold the Ghost runs away to join the circus, where he works with the elephants and searches for a sense of who he is.".
- 00025605 abstract "Examines the El Niño and La Niña phenomena, why they occur, how meteorologists track them, how they affect global weather patterns, and their possible effect on global warming.".
- 00025609 abstract "Provides information about different dinosaurs, their habits, and the world in which they lived.".
- 00025613 abstract "Uses everyday examples to describe levers as simple machines used to lift, push, or move a load.".
- 00025614 abstract "Uses everyday examples to show how screws are simple machines that make joining things together, moving, and lifting easier.".
- 00025615 abstract "Uses everyday examples to show how wheels and axles are simple machines that make carrying, pushing, and mixing easier.".