June 2024 list by M. Keller
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Always Beginning: The Big Bang, the Universe, and You
by Candace Savage
Packed with science-based information, this fascinating foray into the beginning of our universe and how we came to be a part of it, takes readers from the Big Bang and the beginning of life on Earth all the way up to the present.
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Forgotten Facts About Life In the Wild West
by Kathleen Connors
Most cowboys didn't change their clothes much and had few gunfights. This volume invites readers to the gritty, real Wild West that had few upstanding lawmen, long work days, and fighting with Native groups.
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The Great Wolf Rescue: Saving the Red Wolves
by Sandra Markle
Red wolves had been hunted until only fourteen survived in the wild. So scientists hatched a daring plan, capture all of the wild red wolves and breed them in captivity. Discover the story of their recovery.
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Hanukkah
by Elizabeth Andrews
Hanukkah is a special historical holiday for Jewish people in the winter. Learn about the story that spurred the eight-day celebration, how people honor it every year, and ways in which it is celebrated around the world.
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History Questions and Answers
by Rebecca Phillips-Bartlett
The world today is very different than it was in the past. From pirates wearing eye patches and plague doctors treating an unseen illness to great fires and the moon landing, history is full of many incredible moments. Stay curious about the world around you.
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Iraq
by Susan M. Hassig
Learn the true story of what it's like to live in Iraq today, from the hardships to the happier moments celebrating with food and family. Focused chapters highlight the nation's history as the home of the Mesopotamian civilization, as well as its government, geography, religious and ethnic groups, and artistic traditions.
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Israel
by Jill DuBois
Israel is an important place for people of three major religions: Christianity, Islam, and Judaism. This has given it a rich history, but it has also led to conflict. What is life like in Israel for people of different groups? Meticulously researched and updated text discusses current events, government, geography, religions, arts, and food.
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Laugh-out-loud Jokes For Kids: Would You Rather?
by Rob Elliott
World you rather ride on the back of a T-Rex or fly on the back of a Pterodactyl? Choose your fun in this hilarious collection of would you rather jokes that are sure to keep the whole family laughing.
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Lionel Messi
by Anthony K. Hewson
Lionel Messi was tipped for soccer stardom from a young age. But just how great he has become is an amazing story of skill and perseverance. This title gives fans the in-depth history of one of world soccer's true icons.
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Look Inside an Electric Car: How It Works
by Taylor Fenmore
Electric cars take us to work and school, carry our packages, and race down highways without leaving pollution. Explore the science behind these high-interest vehicles.
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National Geographic Kids Almanac 2025
by National Geographic Kids
Updated to include the latest information, this ultimate almanac for kids who want to know everything about everything is jam-packed with fast facts, crafts, and activities, and includes fascinating features about animals, science, nature, technology, conservation and more.
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Octopus!: Smartest In the Sea?
by Ginjer L. Clarke
This deep dive into the world of octopuses, which are one of the oldest, most fascinating sea creatures, shows readers all the cool things they can do.
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Outdoor Farm, Indoor Farm
by Lindsay H. Metcalf
Readers join two children as they explore an outdoor and an indoor farm where they point out a variety of machinery as well as innovative farming techniques that yield the delicious food we enjoy throughout the year.
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Rosh Hashanah
by Hilary Margitich
Each year, Jewish people all over the world observe Rosh Hashanah. They celebrate the Jewish New Year with prayers, synagogue services, and family gatherings. It is a time to focus on God's forgiveness. Many of the holiday's traditions are based on ancient religious practices.
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The Sixth Extinction: An Unnatural History
by Elizabeth Kolbert
This young readers' adaptation of the New York Times best-selling, Pulitzer Prize-winning book explores the Anthropocene era: the era defined by human impact, showing why and how human beings have altered life on Earth in a way no species has before.
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Superdads!
by Heather Lang
Offering a fascinating look into wild parenting, this playful nonfiction book highlights how superdads in the animal kingdom feed, protect, nurture, and incubate their babies.
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The Talking Book: The Wild Journey Of Communication From Caveman To AI
by Jane De Suza
This story begins in prehistoric times, gallops through untranslatable words and languages brought back from the dead, to arrive in the age of AI. Along the way, meet characters like the one-word man, the 400-word monkey, and the million-word computer. Every tale in this book holds a clue to the gigantic puzzle of the evolution of language that has hypnotized brilliant minds over time.
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar's Very First Animal Encyclopedia
by Andrea Mills
With captivating illustrations by the World of Eric Carle, full-color photos and simple how-it-works diagrams, this one-of-a-kind introduction to the animal kingdom is filled with fascinating information about koalas, armadillos, eagles, penguins, turtles and more of nature's creatures.
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Wat Kept Playing: The Inspiring Story Of Wataru Misaka and His Rise To the NBA
by Emily Inouye Huey
As the child of Japanese immigrants, Wat often felt like he didn't belong even though he was born in the United States. Wat's talent for basketball led him to be the first person of color to play in the NBA. Before that, Wat played for the Utah Utes, and served in the US Army during WWII. Wat's dream was to be seen as a person who was Japanese and American and an amazing basketball player.
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What Do We Know About the Nazca Lines?
by Ben Hubbard
The Nazca Lines in Peru have mystified people around the world for centuries. Geoglyphs, large-scale art best seen from far away, including animals, human-like figures, geometric designs, and more were believed to have been created between 500 B.C.E. and 500 C.E., and no one is quite sure how or why they were created.
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What In the Wow?! 2: 250 More Bonkerballs Facts
by Mindy Thomas
Stupefying, gross, and all-around-weird scientific facts, from the podcast Wow in the World, cover such topics as rollercoasters, mysteries, presidents, big mistakes, language, poop and more.
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Who Is Taylor Swift?
by Kirsten Anderson
Introducing readers to one of the most celebrated musical artists of the 21st century, this inspiring biography of the singer, songwriter and guitarist shows how, when record executives thought there was no place in country music for her songs, she was fearless and proved them wrong.
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Your Vote Matters: How We Elect the US President
by Rebecca Katzman
This easy-to-understand guide explains every step in the presidential election process, from who is eligible to run for president to what the president does once they are sworn into office. Accessible and kid-friendly information.
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