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"Seventh grader Jordan Banks loves nothing more than drawing cartoons about his life. But instead of sending him to the art school of his dreams, his parents enroll him in a prestigious private school known for its academics, where Jordan is one of the few kids of color in his entire grade. As he makes the daily trip from his Washington Heights apartment to the upscale Riverdale Academy Day School, Jordan soon finds himself torn between two worlds--and...
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Annick Press
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"Like many others on the autism spectrum, 20-something stand-up comic Michael McCreary has been told by more than a few well-meaning folks that he doesn't "look" autistic. But, as he's quick to point out in this memoir, autism "looks" different for just about everyone with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Diagnosed with ASD at age five, McCreary got hit with the performance bug not much later. During a difficult time in junior high, he started journaling,...
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"How was Mister Rogers' Neighborhood created, and who was the man that started it all? This moving and informative picture book explores the history of this acclaimed television show and its inspiring creator in an accessible way for children. Mister Rogers' Neighborhood was groundbreaking in its own quiet, generous way. It introduced art, professions, food and even highlighted difficult subjects, like losing a loved one and divorce. This information...
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Enslow Publishers
Pub. Date
c2010
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"High interest book for reluctant readers containing action packed photos and stories of the hottest dirt bikes and races for kids, discussing which motorcycles qualify, how they are built and raced, who the best drivers are, what to look for in a motorcycle, safety, good sportsmanship, and how racing activities can be a good part of family life"--Provided by publisher.
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ABDO Pub
Pub. Date
c2011
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Traces the development of Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield's ice cream business, discussing the childhoods of Ben and Jerry, the opening of their first ice cream shop, the company's transition to grocery store sales, and ways that the business gives back to the community.
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Kane Miller, a division of EDC Publishing
Pub. Date
2021.
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"Turn the pages to follow a day-in-the-life of 25 people whose jobs involve helping others. You'll discover what a firefighter does all day, how to become a medical research scientist, what it takes to be a social worker, and much, much more. From delivering mail to driving ambulances, and from fighting crime to making new laws, this fun, fact-packed book reveals a world of opportunities." --Page 4 of cover.
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