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Unsung Heroes (Top Rank)

Unsung Heroes shines a spotlight on underrepresented voices throughout history. Featuring women and minorities who are often left out of history books, this biography series examines the work of professionals throughout US history and in the fields of science, technology, and social justice. Each book profiles 12 individuals and their impressive contributions as well as the challenges they faced.

Unusual Pets (Bolt)

Not all pets are cute and cuddly. Some creep over the ground, glide through the air, or even crawl up walls! From hissing cockroaches to pygmy goats, each animal has its own special needs and characteristics, but that doesn3t make them any less enjoyable as pets. Intrigue animal lovers and reluctant readers alike with this hi-lo nonfiction look into the care and dedication required to owning these uncommon pets.

Value Biographies

Each book in this series covers a different well-known person from history. Each biographical subject is examined through the lens of a character value, providing real-life examples of important principles at work. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, critical thinking questions, fast facts, an activity for further learning, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.

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Video Game Encyclopedias (Encyclopedias)

The world of video games is filled with colourful characters, thrilling gameplay, and unique environments. Today3s hottest games cover a wide range of play styles, including Fortnite3s frantic battles, Mario3s platforming adventures, Minecraft3s creative construction, and PokAmon3s collection-building quests. In the Video Game Encyclopedias series, readers will learn everything they need to know about these famous franchises, discovering how the games have changed over time and why fans love them today.

Vintage Rose Mysteries

In the fictional town of Scarecrow, California, tweens keep discovering mysterious and sometimes magical objects at the Vintage Rose Antique Shop. When they take these objects home, strange things begin to happen. Does the family who inherited the store have an active imagination? Or is the store really haunted? Each story is a tale about a specific relic found at the store. Stories will appeal to the most reluctant reader who enjoys the mysterious and somewhat creepy.

Visiting Feelings

Visiting Feelings encourages children to treat their feelings like guestsCwelcome them in, get to know them, and perhaps learn why they are visiting. Through this purposeful and mindful exploration, Visiting Feelings harnesses a young child's innate capacity to fully experience the present moment and invites children to sense, explore, and befriend all of their feelings with acceptance and equanimity. A Note to Parents provides more information about emotional awareness and mindfulness, plus practical advice and activities for introducing mindfulness into daily family routines.

Vital to Earth! Keystone Species Explained  

Just one furry otter or buzzing bee makes a big impact. Keystone species are vital to the survival of entire ecosystems. But they are facing mounting threats due to climate change. Explore the ways these important species keep other life going, what their loss may mean for the planet, and what people are doing to try and protect them for the future.

Voices in Hip-Hop

In hip-hop music, the artist3s voice is front and center. This pop culture collection for age 12 and up showcases the lives and genius of rappers, singer-songwriters, and vocalists such as Cardi B, Drake, and Kendrick Lamar. Song lyrics accompany biographical tales, spotlighting the themes and styles that define each artist3s impact on the diverse world of hip-hop.

Voices in Poetry

Combining biographical profiles with poetry selections, this selection of Voices in Poetry highlights the extraordinary lives and talent of some of the world's most influential poets. This series introduces readers to unique poetic voices from multicultural perspectives by featuring full-length poems or excerpts from larger works and examinations of the author's style and thematic material.