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  • Psychology : essential thinkers, classic theories, and how they inform your world

    Psychology : essential thinkers, classic theories, and how they inform your world2016

    by 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...  more »

    BOOK

    Call #: 150 BON

    Location: Adult Nonfiction

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  • Herstory : 50 women and girls who shook up the world

    Herstory : 50 women and girls who shook up the world2018

    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...  more »

    BOOK

    Call #: J 920.72 HAL

    Location: Junior Nonfiction

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  • Gabriel García Marquez : a biography

    Gabriel García Marquez : a biography2009

    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.

    BOOK

    Call #: B GARCIA MARQUEZ YA

    Location: YA Biographies

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  • Usain Bolt

    Usain Bolt2017

    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.

    BOOK

    Call #: J B BOLT

    Location: Junior Biographies

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  • Michael Phelps

    Michael Phelps2016

    by Grace Hansen

    (2)

    BOOK

    Call #: J B PHELPS

    Location: Junior Biographies

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  • Martin Luther King Jr. : marching for equality

    Martin Luther King Jr. : marching for equality2011

    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...  more »

    BOOK

    Call #: J B KING

    Location: Junior Biographies

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  • Amelia Earhart

    Amelia Earhart2002

    by Wil Mara

    Series: Rookie Biographies

    (27)

    Summary: Provides an easy-to-read introduction to the life of Amelia Earhart.

    BOOK

    Call #: J B EARHART

    Location: Junior Biographies

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  • Laura Ingalls Wilder

    Laura Ingalls Wilder2003

    by Wil Mara

    (37)

    Summary: Presents a brief look at the life of Laura Ingalls Wilder, famed author of the "Little House" books.

    BOOK

    Call #: J B WILDER

    Location: Junior Biographies

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  • Steve Jobs : computer genius of Apple

    Steve Jobs : computer genius of Apple2003

    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."

    BOOK

    Call #: J B JOBS

    Location: Junior Biographies

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  • Barack Obama

    Barack Obama2013

    by Joanne Mattern

    Series: Rookie Biographies

    (10)

    Summary: A biography of Barack Obama for early readers.

    BOOK

    Call #: J B OBAMA

    Location: Junior Biographies

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  • Harriet Tubman

    Harriet Tubman2013

    by Wil Mara

    Series: Rookie Biographies

    (47)

    Summary: This book introduces the youngest readers to Harriet Tubman.

    BOOK

    Call #: J B TUBMAN

    Location: Junior Biographies

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  • Martin Luther King, Jr.

    Martin Luther King, Jr.2013

    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.

    BOOK

    Call #: J B KING

    Location: Junior Biographies

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  • Jackie Robinson : a biography

    Jackie Robinson : a biography2007

    by Mary Kay Linge

    (9)

    BOOK

    Call #: B ROBINSON YA

    Location: YA Biographies

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  • Bonnie and Clyde : a biography

    Bonnie and Clyde : a biography2007

    by Nate Hendley

    (28)

    BOOK

    Call #: 364.155 HEN YA

    Location: YA Nonfiction

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  • Jesse Owens : a biography

    Jesse Owens : a biography2007

    by Jacqueline Edmondson

    (6)

    BOOK

    Call #: B OWENS YA

    Location: YA Biographies

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  • Langston Hughes : a biography

    Langston Hughes : a biography2004

    by Laurie F Leach

    (9)

    BOOK

    Call #: B HUGHES YA

    Location: YA Biographies

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  • Emily Dickinson : a biography

    Emily Dickinson : a biography2004

    by Connie Ann Kirk

    (35)

    BOOK

    Call #: B DICKINSON YA

    Location: YA Biographies

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  • Mark Twain : a biography

    Mark Twain : a biography2004

    by Connie Ann Kirk

    (10)

    BOOK

    Call #: B TWAIN YA

    Location: YA Biographies

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  • Margaret Mead : a biography

    Margaret Mead : a biography2003

    by Mary Bowman-Kruhm

    (12)

  • Magic Johnson : basketball legend, entrepreneur, and HIV/AIDS activist

    Magic Johnson : basketball legend, entrepreneur, and HIV/AIDS activist2016

    by Diane Dakers

    Series: Crabtree Groundbreaker Biographies

    BOOK

    Call #: J B JOHNSON

    Location: Junior Biographies

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  • Serena Williams

    Serena Williams2018

    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...  more »

    BOOK

    Call #: J B WILLIAMS

    Location: Junior Biographies

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  • Lebron James

    Lebron James2018

    by 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...  more »

    BOOK

    Call #: J B JAMES

    Location: Junior Biographies

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  • J.J. Watt

    J.J. Watt2018

    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....  more »

    BOOK

    Call #: J B WATT

    Location: Junior Biographies

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  • Cy Young : an American baseball hero

    Cy Young : an American baseball hero2020

    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...  more »

    BOOK

    Call #: J B YOUNG

    Location: Junior Biographies

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  • Justin Timberlake

    Justin Timberlake2016

    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...  more »

    BOOK

    Call #: J B TIMBERLAKE

    Location: Junior Biographies

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  • Mae Jemison

    Mae Jemison2006

    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.

    BOOK

    Call #: J B JEMISON

    Location: Junior Biographies

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  • Alexander : the boy soldier who conquered the world

    Alexander : the boy soldier who conquered the world2005

    by Simon Adams

    (41)

    BOOK

    Call #: J B ALEXANDER

    Location: Junior Biographies

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  • Kevin Durant

    Kevin Durant2014

    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.

    BOOK

    Call #: J B DURANT

    Location: Junior Biographies

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  • Amelia Bloomer : a photo-illustrated biography

    Amelia Bloomer : a photo-illustrated biography1998

    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.

    BOOK

    Call #: J B BLOOMER

    Location: Junior Biographies

    copies in: 1 of 1 details

  • Alexander Graham Bell : a photo-illustrated biography

    Alexander Graham Bell : a photo-illustrated biography1999

    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.

    BOOK

    Call #: J B BELL

    Location: Junior Biographies

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  • A picture book of John and Abigail Adams

    A picture book of John and Abigail Adams2010

    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...  more »

    BOOK

    Call #: J P BIO ADAMS

    Location: Junior Picture Books - Biography

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  • A picture book of George Washington

    A picture book of George Washington1989

    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...  more »

    BOOK

    Call #: J P BIO WASHINGTON

    Location: Junior Picture Books - Biography

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  • Clara Barton : angel of the battlefield

    Clara Barton : angel of the battlefield2008

    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...  more »

    BOOK

    Call #: J B BARTON

    Location: Junior Biographies

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  • Nelson Mandela

    Nelson Mandela2016

    by Cath Senker

    Series: Heinemann Infosearch. Against The Odds Biographies

    Summary: "This series will tell the amazing stories of inspiring people who have made a difference and changed the world, despite the odds stacked against them. They will detail the characters' humble...  more »

    BOOK

    Call #: J B MANDELA

    Location: Junior Biographies

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  • Elizabeth I : the outcast who became England's queen

    Elizabeth I : the outcast who became England's queen2005

    by Simon Adams

    (82)

    BOOK

    Call #: J B ELIZABETH I

    Location: Junior Biographies

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  • Anne Frank : the young writer who told the world her story

    Anne Frank : the young writer who told the world her story2007

    by Ann Kramer

    Series: National Geographic World History Biographies

    (305)

    Summary: An introduction to Anne Frank and the circumstances that affected her life and brought about her death in the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp.

    BOOK

    Call #: J B FRANK

    Location: Junior Biographies

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  • George Washington Carver : a photo-illustrated biography

    George Washington Carver : a photo-illustrated biography1997

    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.

    BOOK

    Call #: J B CARVER

    Location: Junior Biographies

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  • Hair-care millionaire : Madam C.J. Walker and her amazing business

    Hair-care millionaire : Madam C.J. Walker and her amazing business2011

    by Edwin Brit Wyckoff

    Series: Genius At Work! Great Inventor Biographies

    (7)

    Summary: "Read about the life of Madam C.J. Walker, and find out how she created a hair care empire, and helped African Americans in the early 1900s"--Provided by publisher.

    BOOK

    Call #: J B WALKER

    Location: Junior Biographies

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  • Portrait and biographical album of Polk County, Iowa : containing full page portraits and biographical sketches of prominent and representative citizens of the county together with portraits and biographies of all the presidents of the United States and governors of the state.

    Portrait and biographical album of Polk County, Iowa : containing full page portraits and biographical sketches of prominent and representative citizens of the county together with portraits and biographies of all the presidents of the United States and governors of the state.1890

    BOOK

    Call #: 977.758 POR 1995 IOWA

    Location: Iowa Collection

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  • Remarkable Iowa women

    Remarkable Iowa women1983

    by Ethel W Hanft

    BOOK

    Call #: 977.7 HAN 1983 IOWA

    Location: Iowa Collection

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