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Stick to your vision: how to get past the hurdles & haters to get where you want to be
Par Maestro Fresh-Wes, Tamara Hendricks-Williams. 2010
Wes "Maestro" Williams has had to overcome many challenges in his life - some come from within, whether it's a…
fear of failure or low self-esteem, and some come from your circumstances. Wes shows you how to define your vision, how to achieve it, and what to do once you're there. He offers useful tips and advice, as well as inspirational stories and quotes, and exercises that will keep you moving towards your own vision. For junior and senior high readers. Some descriptions of violence and some strong language. 2011, c2010.This Is Your Brain on Stereotypes: How Science Is Tackling Unconscious Bias
Par Tanya Lloyd Kyi, Drew Shannon. 2020
An essential overview of the science behind stereotypes: from why our brains form them to how recognizing them can help…
us be less biased. From the time we're babies, our brains constantly sort and label the world around us --- a skill that's crucial for our survival. But, as adolescents are all too aware, there's a tremendous downside: when we do this to groups of people it can cause great harm. Here's a comprehensive introduction to the science behind stereotypes that will help young people make sense of why we classify people, and how we can change our thinking. It covers the history of identifying stereotypes, secret biases in our brains, and how stereotypes affect our sense of self. Most importantly, it covers current research into how science can help us overcome our biases, offering hope for a future where stereotypes are less prevalent and the world is more fair for everyone. Written by award-winning author Tanya Lloyd Kyi, this timely and hopeful book addresses the issues of discrimination, racism, sexism, ableism and homophobia and offers concrete suggestions on how to make change. It uses scientific inquiry and loads of relatable and interesting examples to explore these uncomfortable topics in age-appropriate and engaging ways. Chapters, sidebars and colorful illustrations break the text into manageable chunks. Besides the many ways this book could be used to inspire frank and in-depth discussions on the importance of addressing stereotypes and bias, it also links to many science and social studies curriculum topics. Backmatter includes an extensive list of sources, suggestions for further reading and an index.Journey Around the Sun: The Story of Halley's Comet
Par James Gladstone, Yaara Eshet. 2021
Rising troublemaker: a fear-fighter manual for teens
Par Luvvie Ajayi Jones. 2022
"In this young readers edition of her New York Times bestseller Professional Troublemaker, Luvvie Ajayi Jones uses her honesty and…
humor to inspire teens to be their bravest, boldest, truest selves, in order to create a world they would be proud to live in." -- Provided by publisherSave the people!: halting human extinction
Par Stacy McAnulty, Nicole Miles. 2022
Mammoths on the move
Par Lisa Wheeler, Kurt Cyrus. 2006
Join a pack of woolly mammoths as they trek south for the winter, braving fierce storms, deadly predators, and raging…
rivers while making their slow journey across the gorgeous unspoiled lands of this continent until finally they reach their goal. The author draws readers into the mystery of prehistory and of one of the most awesome beasts to ever walk the earth. For grades K-3The great and the terrible: the world's most glorious and notorious rulers and how they got their names
Par Joanne O'Sullivan, Udayana Lugo. 2020
Profiles notorious figures--and their nicknames--in history. Includes great leaders such as Good King Wenceslas and Kamehameha the Great and the…
terrible ones such as Bloody Mary Tudor and Sultan Ismail the Bloodthirsty. For grades 5-8. 2020It feels good to be yourself: a book about gender identity
Par Theresa Thorn. 2019
(Don't) call me crazy: 33 voices start the conversation about mental health
Par Kelly Jensen. 2018
Deeply personal essays from notable authors, athletes, artists, and actors that illuminate mental health topics. The collection explores personal experiences…
with mental illness and how one should talk about mental health, and advocates for public awareness and acceptance. Some strong language. For senior high and older readers. 2018Ancient Greece: Blast back! (Blast Back! Ser.)
Par Nancy Ohlin. 2016
A brief overview of ancient Greece's civilization. Covers the different city-states, labor, religion, architecture, and government of the time. Also…
touches on the Olympic Games, philosophy, and poetry that have remained a part of their legacy. For grades 3-6. 2016Popular: a memoir : vintage wisdom for a modern geek
Par Maya Van Wagenen. 2014
Teen author reflects on her unique social experiment: spend her eighth-grade year following a 1950s popularity guide, written by former…
teen model Betty Cornell. Provides real-life results and assessment of what it means to be popular. Some strong language. For junior and senior high and older readers. 2014Can I see your I.D.?: true stories of false identities
Par Chris Barton. 2011
Recounts the cases of ten imposters who assumed false identities for money or kicks, to expose injustice, to escape persecution,…
or other reasons. Includes the arrest of sixteen-year-old Keron Thomas, who impersonated a New York City subway motorman for the thrill of driving a train. For grades 6-9. 2011Greece (Countries of the World)
Par Jen Green. 2009
History of the ancient European country of Greece, the birthplace of Western culture. Covers the first Olympic games in the…
700s B.C.E., the second-century B.C.E. Roman conquest, and occupation by Italian and German troops during World War II. Describes Greece's people, regions, and ecosystems. For grades 3-6. 2009A really short history of nearly everything
Par Bill Bryson. 2008
Explores the mysteries of time and space including the Big Bang to explain the arrival of life on planet Earth.…
Discusses scientists and their discoveries, fossils, chemistry, the Earth's bulge and size, plate tectonics, bacteria, trilobites, asteroids, human species, and future possibilities for our world. For grades 5-8. 2008Reluctant heroes: true five-minute-read adventure stories for boys
Par Kendall F Haven. 2008
Twenty-five short accounts--from history, modern life, and nature--of ordinary people who acted heroically. Told to inspire, entertain, and demonstrate effective…
storytelling, they cover young people involved in wars, participating in traditional cultural events, and facing wild animals. Includes each tale's background and recommendations for further reading. For grades 3-6. 200830 days to getting over the dork you used to call your boyfriend: A Heartbreak Handbook
Par Clea Hantman. 2008
Guide for self-preservation in romantic break-ups. Explains the five stages of grief--denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. Provides tips and…
empowering daily activities. Also suggests music that makes the transition easier and fun. Some strong language. For senior high and older readers. 2008The Houdini box
Par Brian Selznick. 2008
From the age of eight, Victor tries to perform Houdini's escape tricks, much to his mother's dismay. His admiration for…
the great magician leads him to inherit a box--supposedly Houdini's, but with the confusing initials "E.W." marked on it. For grades 3-6. 2008Rage: true stories by teens about anger (Real teen voices)
Par Youth Communication, Laura Longhine, Hope Vanderberg. 2012
Teens share their experiences with challenges in dealing with anger. Highlights the effects an abusive past can have on one's…
emotions and describes the ongoing struggle with negative feelings. Suggests options for getting help. Some violence. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 2012Pressure: true stories by teens about stress (Real teen voices)
Par Youth Communication, Al Desetta, Hope Vanderberg. 2012
Teens share accounts about stress caused by family, friends, school, and increasing responsibilities. They describe what they are doing to…
help them relax and enjoy the moment and offer suggestions such as physical activities, writing, yoga, and meditation to release negative energy. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 2012Dinosaur tracks (Let's-read-and-find-out Science 2 Ser.)
Par Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld. 2007
Explains that fossils of dinosaur footprints found today are the result of tracks made and preserved millions of years ago.…
Includes an activity for making your own fossil handprints or footprints. For grades 2-4. 2007