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The Real History of the Transcontinental Railroad

From the Series Left Out of History (Read Woke ™ Books)

The Transcontinental Railroad connected the United States, but it also created divisions. It displaced Native Americans and disrupted their trade and hunting. Chinese workers broke barriers… Read More →

  • ATOS: 5.9
  • Dewey: 331.7/616251
  • Copyright: 2023

The Real History of the White House

From the Series Left Out of History (Read Woke ™ Books)

The White House is often seen as a symbol of freedom, but it was built by enslaved people. Learn more about the people who created this iconic site and how they are being acknowledged in… Read More →

  • ATOS: 5.5
  • Dewey: 975.3/02
  • Copyright: 2023

The Sunrise Movement: The Climate Revolution Generation

From the Series Gateway Biographies

The Sunrise Movement is a youth-led organization fighting the climate crisis and building a fairer future. Climate change is harming our planet and could cause food and water scarcity, severe Read More →

  • Lexile: 1010
  • ATOS: 6.9
  • Dewey: 320.58
  • Copyright: 2023
6 titles

Top Secret (Alternator Books ®) — Hardcover Set

From the Series Top Secret (Alternator Books ®)

The world is full of unanswered questions! Examine some of the top secrets and unsolved mysteries in history with this spooky series. Readers will gather facts and learn from researchers as… Read More →

  • Copyright: 2023
  • Hardcover
  • List Price: $175.92
  • Your Price: $131.94
  • 6 titles

Trapped

From the Series Sinkhole

Mario is a star running back for Foggy Creek High. But when his classroom performance falls short, he risks missing the biggest game of the year. This problem is weighing on him when he runs… Read More →

  • Lexile: 740
  • Dewey: 813.6 [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2023

Videojuegos (Video Games): Una historia gráfica (A Graphic History)

From the Series Invenciones increíbles (Amazing Inventions)

Los videojuegos pasaron de ser simples consolas a convertirse en un entretenimiento doméstico de vanguardia y en algunas de las aplicaciones más populares del mundo. Descubre las innovaciones Read More →

  • Dewey: 794.8
  • Copyright: 2023
3 titles

50 Things You Should Know About - STEM Books — Hardcover Set

From the Series 50 Things You Should Know About

The 50 Things You Should Know About series explores important topics from science to technology to art in 50 bite-sized chunks. Packed with facts, diagrams, infographics, and photos, this… Read More →

  • Copyright: 2023
  • Hardcover
  • List Price: $107.97
  • Your Price: $80.98
  • 3 titles

50 Things You Should Know About Inventions

From the Series 50 Things You Should Know About

In the ancient world, philosopher Archimedes designed new machines for farming. During the Renaissance, artist Leonardo da Vinci sketched his ideas for wondrous flying machines. Scientist… Read More →

  • Dewey: 600
  • Copyright: 2023

50 Things You Should Know About Music

From the Series 50 Things You Should Know About

From the rock and pop of Western youth culture to the haunting sounds of traditional Mongolian throat singers, all humans in all parts of the world make music. Its harmonies affect us in a… Read More →

  • Dewey: 780
  • Copyright: 2023

50 Things You Should Know About the Environment

From the Series 50 Things You Should Know About

From the icy poles to the evergreen rainforests, life has found a way to flourish in nearly every environment on Earth. This book explores the startling discoveries of new life forms in… Read More →

  • Dewey: 333.7
  • Copyright: 2023

50 Things You Should Know About the Human Body

From the Series 50 Things You Should Know About

The human body is complicated and incredible! The many parts of the body form a network of systems that work together to keep you alive and active. Each chapter focuses on a different… Read More →

  • Dewey: 611
  • Copyright: 2023

50 Things You Should Know About the Vikings

From the Series 50 Things You Should Know About

Known for their vicious raids, love of treasure, and fierce warriors: the Vikings were the most feared invaders of the Medieval period. For 300 years, they terrorized the world in their hunt Read More →

  • Dewey: 948
  • Copyright: 2023

Escape from the Wildfire

Jack loves mountain biking, and when his dad forbids him to ride in the forest surrounding Lytton because of the risk of wildfire, the reality of the region's heat dome sets in. Days later,… Read More →

  • Lexile: 670
  • Dewey: [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2023

Food for You: Get the Info, Gain Confidence, and Feel Fantastic!

This introduction to healthy eating gives tweens and teenagers the tools they need to understand and take control of their eating habits, promoting confidence, self-esteem and well-being. As Read More →

  • Dewey: 640
  • Copyright: 2023

Justice Makes a Difference: The Story of Miss Freedom Fighter, Esquire

"'Words are powerful,' Grandma told Justice. 'They can be used in powerful ways to do good or to do harm. That's why it's important to always be careful with your words.'" Justice has grown… Read More →

  • Dewey: [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2017

Not Talking about You

Khalil, a young Black boy, starts at a new school and is excited to join the basketball team—until he begins to experience and witnesses subtle and not-so-subtle forms of racism among his new Read More →

  • Lexile: 730
  • Dewey: [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2023

Bad Shot

From the Series Lorimer Sports Stories

12-year-old Cody loves basketball. When a new well-off kid Nick arrives at school and starts giving Cody pointers, Cody lands a spot on the team. Despite Nick's help, Cody still feels anxious Read More →

  • Lexile: 570
  • Copyright: 2019

Crack Coach

Maurice and Vijay are thrilled make their high school's junior football team. But massive media coverage of their coach starts turning up allegations of illegal behavior, including use of… Read More →

  • Lexile: 740
  • Dewey: [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2017

Jarome Iginla: How the NHL's First Black Captain Gives Back

From the Series Lorimer Recordbooks

There's much more to Jarome Iginla's story than being the first black captain of an NHL team. He is also renowned for his social commitment and generosity off the ice. "Iggy" grew up in a… Read More →

  • Lexile: 880
  • Dewey: 920
  • Copyright: 2019

Jordin Tootoo: The Highs and Lows in the Journey of the First Inuk to Play in the NHL

From the Series Lorimer Recordbooks

Jordin Tootoo is known for having to "fight his way through." Jordin had more than his fair share of fights both on and off the ice. He had to overcome the social problems that are associated Read More →

  • Lexile: 890
  • Dewey: 920
  • Copyright: 2019

Last Pick

From the Series Lorimer Sports Stories

Growing up with a developmental condition that left her clumsy in both movement and speech, Jazz was teased and never had the chance to play team sports. Now rid of her symptoms, Jazz is… Read More →

  • Lexile: 630
  • Dewey: [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2021

Real Justice: Branded a Baby Killer: The Story of Tammy Marquardt

From the Series Lorimer Real Justice

In 1991, nineteen-year-old Tammy Marquardt gave birth to a baby boy. Two years later he was dead. Tammy was convicted of his murder and sent to prison for life. Her conviction hinged largely… Read More →

  • Lexile: 740
  • Dewey: 364.152'3092
  • Copyright: 2017

Real Justice: Young, Innocent and In Prison: The Story of Robert Baltovich

From the Series Lorimer Real Justice

At twenty-five, Rob Baltovich lost the love of his life, Elizabeth Bain. That was bad enough. Then he was arrested, jailed, sent to trial for murder, convicted, and sent to prison—for life.… Read More →

  • Lexile: 810
  • Dewey: 340
  • Copyright: 2012

Rez Rebel

Floyd Twofeathers has always trusted his mom, a traditional healer, and his dad, chief of their band, to take care of the people on their reserve. But when kids start to take their own lives Read More →

  • Lexile: 590
  • Dewey: [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2018