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- 00020607 abstract "Describes the parts of a trumpet, the history of the instrument, and how it is played.".
- 00020632 abstract "Introduces the geography, history, economy, government, culture, food, and people of Cambodia.".
- 00020635 abstract "Descriptive text and eyewitness accounts describe how Jews from around the world fled persecution in their homelands and came to North America.".
- 00020639 abstract "Photographs and simple text explore the many different things one can do at home.".
- 00020645 abstract "An introduction to what life was like on the Oregon Trail, describing the wagons, daily routines, food, clothing, Native Americans encountered on the way, and dangers.".
- 00020646 abstract "Introduces life in a Hopi village in seventeenth-century Arizona, discussing the homes, families and clans, food, clothing, beliefs, and entertainment.".
- 00020654 abstract "Illustrations and simple text describe different kinds of police officers and the work they do.".
- 00020672 abstract "Discusses the personal life and baseball career of the young man from Michigan who achieved his dream to play shortstop for the New York Yankees.".
- 00020697 abstract "Storky Stork helps the ornery Billy Goat when his bad actions and attitude cause everyone to lose trust in him. Includes factual information about storks.".
- 00020701 abstract "After her friends help her get the lead in the third grade play, Francine becomes so intent on making the play perfect that she almost ruins it.".
- 00020718 abstract "Text and photographs present stories of girls who ride in rodeos, show jump, train miniature horses and wild ponies, and live on a horse farm.".
- 00020728 abstract "Discusses the history of gymnastics and the development of different gymnastic events that are part of Olympic competition.".
- 00020729 abstract "A biography of the pro wrestler Kevin Nash, nicknamed Diesel.".
- 00020731 abstract "Presents profiles of some of the women who have achieved success and fame as wrestlers, managers, and valets in the world of professional wrestling.".
- 00020732 abstract "Describes some of the more well-known feuds between various professional wrestlers from the 1960s to the end of the twentieth century.".
- 00020758 abstract "Explains the composition and behavior of the sun, our nearest star.".
- 00020759 abstract "Describes the composition, movements, eclipses, and exploration of the moon, as well as various theories about its formation.".
- 00020768 abstract "Details astronaut John Glenn's second flight into space in 1998 and contrasts it with his first flight in 1962, discussing training, equipment, and responsibilities.".
- 00020769 abstract "With the help of her family, a resourceful Mexican American girl realizes her dream of having a space of her own to read and to think.".
- 00020775 abstract "The members of the Cool Crazy Crickets club decide to earn some money, but they have differences of opinion about how they should spend it.".
- 00020781 abstract "As the time for her solo flight on the sixteenth birthday approaches, Georgia begins to question the course of her life and her relationships with the other women in her unusual family.".
- 00020789 abstract "An overview of the geography, history, government, economy, people, and culture of Spain.".
- 00020807 abstract "A biography of the Team USA soccer goalie from her childhood to the 1999 Women's World Cup championship.".
- 00020808 abstract "A biography of the Boston Red Sox pitcher who won the Cy Young Award in 1997 and 1999.".
- 00020823 abstract "Simple text and photographs present the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of a variety of animals living near the North and South Poles, including humpback whales, seals, polar bears, and penguins.".
- 00020832 abstract "An introduction to the geography, history, government, lifestyles, culture, and current issues of Iran.".
- 00020835 abstract "Presents a biography of the Cuban-born singer and composer.".
- 00020855 abstract "Explains how our planet's water is recycled and reused through a series of natural phenomena.".
- 00020870 abstract "Describes wolves, including their appearance, behavior, and habitat.".
- 00020871 abstract "Discusses reasons that wolves were almost hunted out of existence in the United States and efforts to reintroduce these animals to certain areas of the northern United States.".
- 00020872 abstract "Describes how wolves behave as social creatures living in groups called packs and how adult wolves raise their pups.".
- 00020873 abstract "Discusses the reasons that wolves were feared by some humans and how these feelings have changed.".
- 00020874 abstract "Describes some of the different sub-species of wolves that can be found around the world.".
- 00020875 abstract "Describes how wolves find their food, usually in packs, by tracking and attacking their prey.".
- 00020876 abstract "Describes how and why earthquakes happen, the damage they can cause, ways they are measured, and some of the most destructive quakes of the past.".
- 00020877 abstract "Presents information about the state of Iowa, its nickname, motto, and emblems.".
- 00020878 abstract "Presents information about the state of Delaware, its nickname, motto, and emblems.".
- 00020879 abstract "Presents information about the state of Idaho, its nickname, motto, and emblems.".
- 00020880 abstract "Describes the formation of the Hawaiian islands and the continuing eruptions of Mt. Kilauea.".
- 00020883 abstract "Discusses historic and modern devices and other means of replacing damaged or missing parts in humans, including organ transplants, genetic engineering, and computer-engineered limbs.".
- 00020884 abstract "Describes the sleep and hibernation habits of a dozen animals including the woodchuck, hummingbird, rattlesnake, little brown bat, and human being.".
- 00020885 abstract "Examines, in a question and answer format, the scientific and cultural aspects of dreams, including such topics as the physiological reasons for dreams, the connection between dreams and religion, and the dream life of animals.".
- 00020886 abstract "A simple explanation of how the human body works, discussing the five senses, muscles, bones, digestion, the heart, and the brain.".
- 00020887 abstract "Color photographs and simple text introduce bats, including how they fly, hunt, roost, and care for their young.".
- 00020919 abstract "Explains the growth and reproduction of plants, how dead plant matter is recycled, and how human actions affect plant life.".
- 00020920 abstract "Explains how energy is transferred from plants to animals via the food chain.".
- 00020921 abstract "Describes some of the different ways chocolate can be enjoyed--in hot chocolate, ice cream, pudding, cookies and sauces.".
- 00020922 abstract "A young boy describes how he cares for the mother horse and her colt living on his farm.".
- 00020923 abstract "Shows how different kinds of snakes, including a desert viper, a tree boa, and a rattlesnake, are able to blend into their surroundings.".
- 00020925 abstract "When she is sent to the small town in South Dakota where she had lived briefly with her great-grandmother after her father's death, fourteen-year-old Mattie must sort out her confused feelings about why she is there, her mother's possible remarriage, and the free-spirited seventeen-year-old she has just met.".
- 00020926 abstract "Annalisa, the most curious and stubborn of Mama May's children, disobeys her mother and upsets the family cow by refusing to kiss her in return for the milk she gives.".
- 00020927 abstract "Presents the adventures of a playful dinosaur for beginning readers.".
- 00020928 abstract "More adventures of the playful dinosaur for beginning readers.".
- 00020930 abstract "Describes the geography, plants, animals, history, economy, religions, culture, sports, arts, and people of Tennessee.".
- 00020936 abstract "In four stories, Kate, a young elephant, plays in the snow, learns to appreciate her new quilt, fusses over a lost toy, and quiets the crying of her baby cousin.".
- 00020939 abstract "Describes the education, training, earnings, and outlook associated with twenty careers in the field of health, including chiropractor, dentist, fitness expert, hospice worker, medical secretary, nurse, physical therapist, and physician.".
- 00020943 abstract "Describes how the United States Navy was expanded and improved during the Civil War and how ironclads and other armored vessels were used in various military operations.".
- 00020962 abstract "The town of Hamlet has a very unusual Christmas when aliens crash land in their space ship, escalating the competition between rival clubs, the Copycats and the Tattletales.".
- 00020967 abstract "A grandfather and his grandson enjoy sharing knock-knock jokes, playing games, hot chocolate, watching movies, reading books, playing baseball and just spending time together.".
- 00020987 abstract "Examines different techniques and styles that can be used when drawing objects, including painting, sculpting, photomontage, printing, mosaic, and sculpture, showing examples from great artists and giving suggestions for creating your own works.".
- 00021018 abstract "Surveys twenty-seven promising subspecialties in the field of medicine, discussing educational and personal requirements, certification and licensing, ways to explore the field while still in school, salary statistics, future employment outlook, and sources of additional information.".
- 00021026 abstract "With the help of the West Wind and the Sun, Coyote persists in trying to bring colors to his desert home, despite the indifference and complaints of the other desert animals.".
- 00021028 abstract "Jane's mom and grandmother tell her that the Tooth Fairy will pay her money for her loose wiggly tooth, but Jane decides that she would rather keep the tooth.".
- 00021031 abstract "A beautiful bird with sparkling colors and magical powers visits Babar's son, Alexander, in the middle of the night.".
- 00021054 abstract "A biography of the developer of Microsoft, Bill Gates, with details of his life and a look at the beginnings of the personal computer industry.".
- 00021057 abstract "Barney the brown bear accompanies his owner to Harold Hinkel's birthday party, where he suffers several indignities at the hands of Harold's little sister Poppy.".
- 00021060 abstract "Mouse friends Mildred and Ed, pulled apart by different interests, find that they can successfully do some things together and other things separately.".
- 00021065 abstract "Discusses the solar system and the planets in it, describing their location, characteristics, and moons.".
- 00021066 abstract "A guide to using the Internet to learn about careers, educational programs, finding a job, and considering and accepting a job offer.".
- 00021068 abstract "A collection of 150 devotionals that give the reader the opportunity to spend quiet time with God. Includes suggested readings from the Old and New Testaments, prayer starters, questions to ponder, and facts and fun from the Bible.".
- 00021082 abstract "Discusses the origins, symbols, and celebration of Chanukah, the eight-day Jewish festival of lights which has been celebrated since the second century B.C.".
- 00021091 abstract "A German teenager begins to lose his identity and any hope of returning to the present when his time-traveling journeys take him further and further into the past.".
- 00021098 abstract "A biography of the inventor who changed the world in which he lived with such revolutionary inventions as the phonograph, electric lighting, and motion pictures.".
- 00021103 abstract "Discusses the settling of the area between the Missouri River and the Rocky Mountains and the conflicting interests of the different groups involved--the Indians, cowboys, farmers, sheepherders, and railroad barons.".
- 00021106 abstract "A family may have to get rid of their new pet, a cute puppy that eats everything in sight, including toys, bowls, and porches.".
- 00021112 abstract "Three little monsters make a most unusual cake and prepare other perfectly horrible treats for their mother's birthday.".
- 00021227 abstract "Black-and-white photographs accompany this version of the song that has come to be considered the African American national anthem.".
- 00021243 abstract "Describes the geography, plants and animals, history, economy, language, religions, culture, and people of Niger.".
- 00021250 abstract "Simple text describes various occupations for people who like music and what they involve, including composer, instrument maker, and recording engineer.".
- 00021251 abstract "Ginger the cat's playful walk around the yard brings her more excitement than she expected. Movable flaps conceal portions of the illustrations.".
- 00021252 abstract "Twelve poems and one traditional song with a variety of illustrations reflect how children feel about themselves.".
- 00021260 abstract "Provides information about producing goods and services using resource regulation, model economies, various means of predicting production, and private enterprise capitalism.".
- 00021279 abstract "After stealing a dead man's boots, a poor wandering bagpiper uses them to play a trick on an unfriendly farmer but then finds the trick turned back on him.".
- 00021280 abstract "Cows Minnie and Moo masquerade as the hero Zorro in order to protect the barnyard, but the results are not quite what they intended.".
- 00021283 abstract "Examines the nature, history, and ethical aspects of cloning, discussing both humans and other animals.".
- 00021285 abstract "Introduces the sport of hunting, its history, equipment, skills, techniques, how to get started, and firearm safety.".
- 00021294 abstract "Teaches basic wire-working skills to create jewelry, gifts, and room accessories. Includes paper clips, beads, needle-nose pliers, and jewelry fittings.".
- 00021309 abstract "Surveys the life and accomplishments of the celebrated French oceanographer.".
- 00021319 abstract "Describes how and why tornadoes happen, the damage they can cause, and some of the most destructive tornadoes of the past.".
- 00021332 abstract "Presents an overview of twenty-two careers in the field of transportation, including job duties and responsibilities; educational, licensing, and certification requirements; suggestions for exploring the occupation; information on employers, salary, and employment outlook; and additional sources.".
- 00021343 abstract "Weaves the testimony of many Native Americans into a single narrative of childhood and growing up.".
- 00021354 abstract "Simple text describes various careers for people who are interested in computers, such as software designer, desktop publisher, computer animator, and webmaster, and tells how to begin preparing for these careers.".
- 00021375 abstract "Briefly describes some careers for people who enjoy sports, such as professional athlete, coach, referee, sports broadcaster, and physical trainer.".
- 00021380 abstract "Describes the workings of personal computers and how they can be connected to different kinds of networks, including the Internet.".
- 00021392 abstract "Max the dog describes what his master, the Grinch, does when Christmas comes again to Who-ville.".
- 00021393 abstract "Eight animals add ingredients to make a cake with unexpected results. Includes Spanish words, a glossary, and recipe for pineapple upside-down cake.".
- 00021397 abstract "Describes the situation of prisoners in the Civil War, the 150 Federal and Confederate prison camps where they were held, and their care.".
- 00021399 abstract "Examines the life of Nat Turner and the events leading up to the slave rebellion he led in 1831.".
- 00021400 abstract "Portrays the treatment and struggles of African Americans during the Revolutionary War and their contributions to the war effort.".
- 00021402 abstract "While sitting inside their car, two children enjoy the soapy sights and watery sounds of the car wash.".