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Andrea Bonior
(154)
Summary: Bridging the gap between the theoretical and real-life, Bonior looks at the biggest names, ideas, and studies in the history of psychology and translates their meaning to everyday situations and...
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Call #: 150 BON
Location: Adult Nonfiction
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by
Katherine Halligan
(569)
Summary: Move aside history -- it's time for herstory. Celebrate fifty inspiring and powerful women who changed the world and left their mark in this lavishly illustrated biography compilation. Throughout...
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Call #: J 920.72 HAL
Location: Junior Nonfiction
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by
Ruben Pelayo
(19)
Summary: Chronicles the life of journalist and film critic Gabriel Garcia Marquez, discussing his childhood, schooling, political views, influence on world literature, interactions with world leaders, and other related topics.
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Call #: B GARCIA MARQUEZ YA
Location: YA Biographies
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by
Grace Hansen
(12)
Summary: Shares the life of the Jamaican sprinter, including his failed bid for the 2004 Olympics, his record-breaking win at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, and how he beat his own record at the 2012 London Olympics.
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Call #: J B BOLT
Location: Junior Biographies
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by
Stephanie Macceca
(3)
Summary: Martin Luther King, Jr. grew up when African Americans and white people were not treated equally. He had a dream that one day all people would be treated fairly. Martin knew that his dream was...
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Call #: J B KING
Location: Junior Biographies
copies in: 1 of 1
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Wil Mara
Series:
Rookie Biographies
(27)
Summary: Provides an easy-to-read introduction to the life of Amelia Earhart.
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Call #: J B EARHART
Location: Junior Biographies
copies in: 1 of 1
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Wil Mara
(37)
Summary: Presents a brief look at the life of Laura Ingalls Wilder, famed author of the "Little House" books.
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Call #: J B WILDER
Location: Junior Biographies
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by
Virginia Brackett
(5)
Summary: A biography of the founder of Apple Computer company and owner of Pixar, the computer animation company that developed the movie "Toy Story."
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Call #: J B JOBS
Location: Junior Biographies
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Wil Mara
Series:
Rookie Biographies
(47)
Summary: This book introduces the youngest readers to Harriet Tubman.
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Call #: J B TUBMAN
Location: Junior Biographies
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by
Wil Mara
Series:
Rookie Biographies
(42)
Summary: Traces the life and achievements of the Baptist pastor who became a driving force behind the African American civil rights movement.
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Call #: J B KING
Location: Junior Biographies
copies in: 1 of 1
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by
Elizabeth Raum
Summary: A photo-illustrated biography for early readers on pro tennis player Serena Williams. Describes her childhood, when she started playing tennis, and how he got to be a pro tennis player. Includes a...
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Call #: J B WILLIAMS
Location: Junior Biographies
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Elizabeth Raum
Summary: A photo-illustrated biography for early readers on Cleveland Cavaliers forward Lebron James. Describes his childhood, when he started playing basketball, and how he got to be an NBA player. Includes...
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Call #: J B JAMES
Location: Junior Biographies
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by
Elizabeth Raum
(1)
Summary: A photo-illustrated biography for early readers on Houston Texans defensive end Justin "J.J." Watt. Describes his childhood, when he started playing football, and how he got to be an NFL player....
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Call #: J B WATT
Location: Junior Biographies
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by
Scott Longert
(6)
Summary: Cy Young was one of the hardest-throwing pitchers of all time. He recorded three no-hitters -- including a perfect game -- and accumulated more than 2,800 strikeouts on his way to the National...
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Call #: J B YOUNG
Location: Junior Biographies
copies in: 1 of 1
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by
Katie Lajiness
Series:
Big Buddy Pop Biographies
(1)
Summary: Meet famous entertainer Justin Timberlake! In this engaging title, readers will learn about Timberlake's childhood in Memphis, Tennessee, and his role on the Mickey Mouse Club. Timberlake's early...
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Call #: J B TIMBERLAKE
Location: Junior Biographies
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by
Eric Braun
(7)
Summary: Simple text and photographs present the life of Mae Jemison and how she became the first African American woman astronaut.
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Call #: J B JEMISON
Location: Junior Biographies
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by
John Bankston
(13)
Summary: This full color contemporary biography of NBA star Kevin Durant is intended for middle school age readers. Abundant full-color action photos in this biography bring the popular personality to life for the reader.
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Call #: J B DURANT
Location: Junior Biographies
copies in: 1 of 1
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by
Mary J Lickteig
(6)
Summary: A biography of the temperance leader and women's rights advocate who spent her life working to improve social conditions for women.
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Call #: J B BLOOMER
Location: Junior Biographies
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by
Greg Linder
(3)
Summary: A biography of the inventor and teacher of the deaf, who experimented in many areas, including electricity, giant kites, and boats called hydrofoils, and became famous for creating the telephone.
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Call #: J B BELL
Location: Junior Biographies
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by
David A. Adler
Series:
Picture Book Biography
(53)
Summary: John Adams was an American patriot and Founding Father, and Abigail, his wife, was his most trusted adviser for more than fifty years. While John served in both Continental Congresses, Abigail...
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Call #: J P BIO ADAMS
Location: Junior Picture Books - Biography
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by
David A. Adler
(220)
Summary: George Washington was born on February 22, 1732 in a simple Virginia farmhouse. As a child, he enjoyed learning arithmetic and riding his horse. As a young man, he liked surveying. As an adult, he...
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Call #: J P BIO WASHINGTON
Location: Junior Picture Books - Biography
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Series:
Time For Kids Biographies
(46)
Summary: Clara Barton wanted to help people from the time she was a child. She turned her compassion for others into several careers, including teaching and nursing. Risking her life to assist soldiers during...
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Call #: J B BARTON
Location: Junior Biographies
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by
Margo McLoone
(4)
Summary: A brief biography of the African American scientist who overcame tremendous hardship to make unusual and important discoveries in the field of agriculture.
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Call #: J B CARVER
Location: Junior Biographies
copies in: 1 of 1
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BOOK
Call #: 977.758 POR 1995 IOWA
Location: Iowa Collection
copies in: 1 of 1
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by
Ethel W Hanft
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Call #: 977.7 HAN 1983 IOWA
Location: Iowa Collection
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