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(0)Barbara Kerley
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
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All her life, Eleanor Roosevelt hoped to "leave some mark upon the world." She was a shy child who found joy in helping others. A passionate young adult who longed for adventure. An independent young woman who formed her own opinions. A trustworthy partner who worked tirelessly for change.
So when her husband became president and she became first lady, Eleanor was ready to make her mark. With characteristic candor, compassion, and courage, she traversed...
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Here come the Portland babies, ready to give you a tour of the City of Roses in this appealing board book!
Spirited and charming images pair with quirky text to introduce young readers to a group of smart, active, stylish, and just plain silly tots enjoying life in Portland. From Forest Park to the iconic aerial tram and the Portland Children's Museum, this entertaining book is an essential introduction to the fun, arts, and diversity in store for...
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An NPR Best Book of the Year
A Booklist Notable Book
A Junior Library Guild Selection
* "A powerful story of following one's dreams and passions, despite life's challenges." -School Library Journal, starred review
Rhoda loves spending time with Toppy. He is not only her beloved grandpa, but also the world-famous wildlife artist Charles R. Knight! Every outing with Toppy - from visits to the American Museum of Natural History and the Central Park...
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Pub. Date
2018.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 31 cm.
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Young Rhoda enjoys visiting the American Museum of Natural History, Central Park Zoo, and other places with her beloved grandfather, the famous wildlife artist, Charles R. Knight.
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Pub. Date
2010
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
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1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill. ; 32 cm.
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Thirteen-year-old Susy Clemens wants the world to know that her papa, Mark Twain, is more than just a humorist and sets out to write a comprehensive biography of the American icon.
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Pub. Date
2001
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill. ; cm.
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The true story of Victorian artist Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins, who built life-sized models of dinosaurs in the hope of educating the world about what these awe-inspiring ancient animals and what they were like.
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Pub. Date
2008
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
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1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill. ; 32 cm.
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Young Alice Lee Roosevelt made a name for herself in the White House through her many unconventional and amusing activities while living there with her family and president father.
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Theodore Roosevelt had a small problem…his daughter Alice! Alice Lee Roosevelt was hungry to go places, meet people, do things. Father called it running riot. Alice called it eating up the world. Brimming with affection and wit, this spirited biography gives readers a peek into family life inside the White House.