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Crime scene investigator

Orr, Tamra,


Includes bibliographical references and index. Bestselling books and television shows have helped unlock the mystery behind the work of these scientists. These technicians unlock the clues to crime through science. -- back cover.
Date Published:2008

Silly Milly and the mysterious suitcase

Lewison, Wendy Cheyette.


"Cartwheel books.". 50-250 words. Invites the reader to solve the riddle of why Silly Milly likes certain things and dislikes others.
Date Published:2011

The aftermath

Rose, Simon, 1961-.


Includes index. World War I had a lasting impact on Canada and Canadian history. Canada had played an important role in the war, and its soldiers had fought bravely. The world began to recognize Canada as a significant country in world affairs. Canadians also began to feel a strong sense of identity. Canada's role in World War I helped shape the idea of what it meant to be Canadian.
Date Published:2014

Titanic

Callery, Sean.


Includes index. Find out what happened when the "ship of dreams" became a real-life nightmare.
Date Published:2013

Scales

Boothroyd, Jennifer.


Includes index. Briefly describes how the outer coverings of various animals of the land and sea differ in size, texture, and function, although all provide protection.
Date Published:2012

A soldier's life

Rose, Simon, 1961-.


Includes index. World War I was one of the largest and most deadly wars in human history. The use of machine guns and artillery made the life of a soldier a dangerous and terrifying one. Many soldiers died on the battlefield, many others were wounded and maimed. In addition to traditional fighting on land, the battles of World War I were also contested in the air and at sea.
Date Published:2014

Life at home

Rose, Simon, 1961-.


Includes index. World War I took place in Europe, but this did not stop the war from affecting daily life in Canada. On the home front, the war brought changes to Canada's economy and social structures. The government of Canada had to find ways to deal with the issues the war brought to Canada, such as what to do with so-called 'enemy aliens'. Women in Canada also saw a change to their roles. World War I changed Canada forever.
Date Published:2014

Includes index. World War I took place in Europe, but this did not stop the war from affecting daily life in Canada. On the home front, the war brought changes to Canada's economy and social structures. The government of Canada had to find ways to deal with the issues the war brought to Canada, such as what to do with so-called 'enemy aliens'. Women in Canada also saw a change to their roles. World War I changed Canada forever.

Date Published:2014

Roots of the conflict

Rose, Simon, 1961-.


Includes index. Many people consider the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, heir to the throne of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, the event that started World War I. However, this event was only the result of tensions that had been building in Europe for several years. Aside from the assassination, there were many other issues that led to the war. As part of the British Empire, Canada was drawn into the conflict as soon as Great Britain entered the war.
Date Published:2014

Includes index. Many people consider the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, heir to the throne of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, the event that started World War I. However, this event was only the result of tensions that had been building in Europe for several years. Aside from the assassination, there were many other issues that led to the war. As part of the British Empire, Canada was drawn into the conflict as soon as Great Britain entered the war.

Date Published:2014

Battles

Rose, Simon, 1961-.


Includes index. By the time World War I started, Canada had only been a nation for less than 50 years. Its millitary was almost non-existent, consisting of just a small number of militia troops. Despite this, the Canadian military played a key role in many of the most important battles of World War I. Canadian soldiers earned a reputation as fierce and effective fighters on the battlefield.
Date Published:2014

Shells

Boothroyd, Jennifer.


Includes index. Discusses hard outer coverings on animals called shells.
Date Published:2012

I Am a Good Friend!

Greenawalt, Kelly,


Princess Truly is a good friend! I love to make new friends! We have many games to play. With my magic curls, We will have fun all day!
Date Published:2021

I am Jane Goodall

Meltzer, Brad,


This edition is available for distribution only through the school market - back cover. When she was little, Jane Goodall loved animals - all of them, from dogs, to the worms in her garden, to her favorite stuffed toy, Jubilee the chimpanzee. And when she grew up, she wanted to learn everything she could about the natural world. So Jane traveled to Africa and set up a new home in the jungle, becoming one of the first people to study chimpanzees in the wild and to discover a way to gain their trust. Today, she is one of the world's most important scientists, environmentalists, and champions of animal rights.
Date Published:2017

This edition is available for distribution only through the school market - back cover. When she was little, Jane Goodall loved animals - all of them, from dogs, to the worms in her garden, to her favorite stuffed toy, Jubilee the chimpanzee. And when she grew up, she wanted to learn everything she could about the natural world. So Jane traveled to Africa and set up a new home in the jungle, becoming one of the first people to study chimpanzees in the wild and to discover a way to gain their trust. Today, she is one of the world's most important scientists, environmentalists, and champions of animal rights.

Date Published:2017

Legion of darkness

Farshtey, Greg.


On the run, Speeda Demon realizes that the only way to keep Hero Factory from getting him is to get them first. From every corner of the galaxy, he assembles an army of criminals. Their mission: wipe Hero Factory right off the map.
Date Published:2012

Fur

Boothroyd, Jennifer.


Includes index. Simple text and photographs describe the characteristics and uses of the different kinds of fur and hair of mammals.
Date Published:2012

Rain forest food chains

Royston, Angela, 1945-,


This book explores the rich food chains and webs that exist in a rain forest habitat. It equips readers with crucial vocabulary, using examples from that habitat to explain the roles of producers, consumers and decomposers, and illustrates how living things depend upon each other. Readers learn how fragile food chains can be, how they can be broken, and what we can do to prevent this.
Date Published:2015

Collision course

Farshtey, Greg.


On the Valiant's maiden voyage in space it encounters a swarm of brains drifting quietly among the stars. Little does the crew know these strange creatures have the ability to control the minds of anyone they touch.
Date Published:2013

Asteroids and comets

Furgang, Kathy.,


Includes index. "20 science vocabulary words in every book!"--Cover. This edition is available for distribution only through the school market - back cover. Did you know that an asteroid is heading our way? It is! The asteroid is named Apophis, and it is scheduled to fly by in April 2029, on Friday the 13th. But there is no reason to worry - it's going to come mighty close but not strike Earth. We know this because scientists keep an eye on all objects that come near us. You can learn all about asteroids along with 20 new Science Smart Words that will help you understand what asteroids are, where they are found, and where they are going!
Date Published:2012

Includes index. "20 science vocabulary words in every book!"--Cover. This edition is available for distribution only through the school market - back cover. Did you know that an asteroid is heading our way? It is! The asteroid is named Apophis, and it is scheduled to fly by in April 2029, on Friday the 13th. But there is no reason to worry - it's going to come mighty close but not strike Earth. We know this because scientists keep an eye on all objects that come near us. You can learn all about asteroids along with 20 new Science Smart Words that will help you understand what asteroids are, where they are found, and where they are going!

Date Published:2012

Desert food chains

Royston, Angela, 1945-,


This book explores the food chains and webs that exist in a desert habitat. It equips readers with crucial vocabulary, using examples from that habitat to explain the roles of producers, consumers and decomposers, and illustrates how living things depend upon each other. Readers learn how fragile food chains can be, how they can be broken, and what we can do to prevent this.
Date Published:2015

Shark attack!

Tuchman, Gail.


Includes index.
Date Published:2013

Minecraft : beginner's handbook

Milton, Stephanie.,


"Mojang". Introduction -- A short history of Minecraft -- The technical stuff -- Controls -- Inventory -- Survival mode: First moments -- Paul Soares Jr.: My first day in Minecraft -- Wooden tools -- Torches -- Shelter -- Stone tools and weapons -- Food and health -- Crafting a bed -- Table of elements -- A guide to mining rare elements by CaptainSparklez-- Animals -- Villagers -- Profile: Creeper -- Profile: Skeleton -- Profile: Zombie -- Profile: Spider -- Profile: Enderman -- Profile: Slime -- CaptainSparklez: My first day in Minecraft -- Improve your shelter in five easy steps -- Gardening -- Farming crops -- Breeding animals -- Armour -- Exploring -- Finding your way -- Minecart system -- Exclusive interview with Notch and Jeb -- Improvements -- Useful links. You're alone in a mysterious new world, full of hidden dangers. You have only minutes to find food and shelter before darkness falls and the monsters come looking for you. What do you do? [This book] might just save your life. You can learn how to make a shelter, find resources, craft tools, armour and weapons, and protect yourself from monsters. With tips from Minecraft experts, as well as creator Notch himself, this is the definitive guide to how to survive your first few days in Minecraft.
Date Published:2013

"Mojang". Introduction -- A short history of Minecraft -- The technical stuff -- Controls -- Inventory -- Survival mode: First moments -- Paul Soares Jr.: My first day in Minecraft -- Wooden tools -- Torches -- Shelter -- Stone tools and weapons -- Food and health -- Crafting a bed -- Table of elements -- A guide to mining rare elements by CaptainSparklez-- Animals -- Villagers -- Profile: Creeper -- Profile: Skeleton -- Profile: Zombie -- Profile: Spider -- Profile: Enderman -- Profile: Slime -- CaptainSparklez: My first day in Minecraft -- Improve your shelter in five easy steps -- Gardening -- Farming crops -- Breeding animals -- Armour -- Exploring -- Finding your way -- Minecart system -- Exclusive interview with Notch and Jeb -- Improvements -- Useful links. You're alone in a mysterious new world, full of hidden dangers. You have only minutes to find food and shelter before darkness falls and the monsters come looking for you. What do you do? [This book] might just save your life. You can learn how to make a shelter, find resources, craft tools, armour and weapons, and protect yourself from monsters. With tips from Minecraft experts, as well as creator Notch himself, this is the definitive guide to how to survive your first few days in Minecraft.

Date Published:2013