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Your Fantastic Elastic Brain

Your Fantastic Elastic Brain

Stretch It, Shape It

by Deak, JoAnn M.

Book - 2010

This informational book is a great introduction for kids to the brain, its components and functions, as well as neuroplasticity. Great for reading and exp...Show more This informational book is a great introduction for kids to the brain, its components and functions, as well as neuroplasticity. Great for reading and exploring together. “If you aren’t willing to risk being wrong, you won’t take the chances that S-T-R-E-T-C-H your elastic brain.” - Jodi P., Webber Park Library Show less

This informational book is a great introduction for kids to the brain, its components and functions, as well as neuroplasticity. Great for reading and exp...Show more This informational book is a great introduction for kids to the brain, its components and functions, as well as neuroplasticity. Great for reading and exploring together. “If you aren’t willing to risk being wrong, you won’t take the chances that S-T-R-E-T-C-H your elastic brain.” - Jodi P., Webber Park Library Show less

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Becoming Beatrix

Becoming Beatrix

The Life of Beatrix Potter and the World of Peter Rabbit

by O'Quinn, Amy M.

Book - 2022

You may know Beatrix Potter as the author/illustrator of the Tales of Peter Rabbit and other books for children, but you may not know that she was also a ...Show more You may know Beatrix Potter as the author/illustrator of the Tales of Peter Rabbit and other books for children, but you may not know that she was also a scientist, farmer, and conservationist. This fascinating and detailed biography shares the full story of a woman who made her own way and created a successful life at a time when not many options were available to women. She was truly an impressive person! - Mindy R., Edina Library Show less

You may know Beatrix Potter as the author/illustrator of the Tales of Peter Rabbit and other books for children, but you may not know that she was also a ...Show more You may know Beatrix Potter as the author/illustrator of the Tales of Peter Rabbit and other books for children, but you may not know that she was also a scientist, farmer, and conservationist. This fascinating and detailed biography shares the full story of a woman who made her own way and created a successful life at a time when not many options were available to women. She was truly an impressive person! - Mindy R., Edina Library Show less

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The Next President

The Next President

The Unexpected Beginnings and Unwritten Future of America's Presidents

by Messner, Kate

Book - 2020

Election years always welcome in a plethora of books on voting, civic engagement, and biographies of politicians. The Next President takes this popular su...Show more Election years always welcome in a plethora of books on voting, civic engagement, and biographies of politicians. The Next President takes this popular subject and gives it an interesting twist: it looks at what future presidents were doing and where they were at the during the year a previous one was inaugurated. For instance, in 1789, when George Washington was sworn in, President 8, Martin Van Buren was 7 years old, helping on his parents' farm in New York. In the same year, President 9, William Henry Harrison, was 16 and studying medicine. From there, we jump to other inaugural years, like 1841, 1897, and 1961 and learn about what the upcoming presidents were doing in those years (if they had been born). Some presidential facts aren't terribly fascinating, but the book as a whole does lend itself to good thought and discussion because it makes you consider what the true qualifications are for becoming president versus what areas of privilege have been at play to create patterns of power for certain populations. Illustrator Adam Rex pulls this into the artwork as well, particularly in the beginning when the enslaved people who actually built the White House look directly at us from the background, while the white politicians in power argue amongst themselves in the front or look off to the distance from their painted portrait. The author examines these trends in power in more detail at the end of the book, and I think the book would have been even stronger if they had filled out this part more. Ultimately, a decent pick if you're looking to begin conversations about American politics and elections with kids. - Nina S., Maple Grove Library Show less

Election years always welcome in a plethora of books on voting, civic engagement, and biographies of politicians. The Next President takes this popular su...Show more Election years always welcome in a plethora of books on voting, civic engagement, and biographies of politicians. The Next President takes this popular subject and gives it an interesting twist: it looks at what future presidents were doing and where they were at the during the year a previous one was inaugurated. For instance, in 1789, when George Washington was sworn in, President 8, Martin Van Buren was 7 years old, helping on his parents' farm in New York. In the same year, President 9, William Henry Harrison, was 16 and studying medicine. From there, we jump to other inaugural years, like 1841, 1897, and 1961 and learn about what the upcoming presidents were doing in those years (if they had been born). Some presidential facts aren't terribly fascinating, but the book as a whole does lend itself to good thought and discussion because it makes you consider what the true qualifications are for becoming president versus what areas of privilege have been at play to create patterns of power for certain populations. Illustrator Adam Rex pulls this into the artwork as well, particularly in the beginning when the enslaved people who actually built the White House look directly at us from the background, while the white politicians in power argue amongst themselves in the front or look off to the distance from their painted portrait. The author examines these trends in power in more detail at the end of the book, and I think the book would have been even stronger if they had filled out this part more. Ultimately, a decent pick if you're looking to begin conversations about American politics and elections with kids. - Nina S., Maple Grove Library Show less

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Death Is Stupid

Death Is Stupid

by Higginbotham, Anastasia

Book - 2016

A thoughtful, beautiful, and straightforward book about dealing with death. Higginbotham invites children to explore ideas like: everyone dies & every...Show more A thoughtful, beautiful, and straightforward book about dealing with death. Higginbotham invites children to explore ideas like: everyone dies & everyone will eventually experience the loss of a loved one; death is not a punishment, but it doesn't feel fair; and people grieve differently. There is also a small section in the back (9 pages) with activities for "how to keep someone and, at the same time, let them go." - Sarah Jane A., St. Louis Park Library Show less

A thoughtful, beautiful, and straightforward book about dealing with death. Higginbotham invites children to explore ideas like: everyone dies & every...Show more A thoughtful, beautiful, and straightforward book about dealing with death. Higginbotham invites children to explore ideas like: everyone dies & everyone will eventually experience the loss of a loved one; death is not a punishment, but it doesn't feel fair; and people grieve differently. There is also a small section in the back (9 pages) with activities for "how to keep someone and, at the same time, let them go." - Sarah Jane A., St. Louis Park Library Show less

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Paper Son

Paper Son

The Inspiring Story of Tyrus Wong, Immigrant and Artist

by Leung, Julie

Book - 2019

This stunningly illustrated picture book follows the life of Tyrus Wong, the man behind the groundbreaking background art of the Disney classic movie, Bam...Show more This stunningly illustrated picture book follows the life of Tyrus Wong, the man behind the groundbreaking background art of the Disney classic movie, Bambi. When Tyrus was a child, the Chinese Exclusion Act stipulated that Chinese immigrants could only enter the United States if they could prove they were related to someone of high status. Tyrus and his father had to pretend to be wealthy merchants in order to immigrate to the United States. I'd never heard of Tyrus Wong or "paper sons," and it was fun to find more of his art online after I'd finished the book. The author's note in the end would make it a good resource for a school report, as well. - Chip G., Web and Online Services Show less

This stunningly illustrated picture book follows the life of Tyrus Wong, the man behind the groundbreaking background art of the Disney classic movie, Bam...Show more This stunningly illustrated picture book follows the life of Tyrus Wong, the man behind the groundbreaking background art of the Disney classic movie, Bambi. When Tyrus was a child, the Chinese Exclusion Act stipulated that Chinese immigrants could only enter the United States if they could prove they were related to someone of high status. Tyrus and his father had to pretend to be wealthy merchants in order to immigrate to the United States. I'd never heard of Tyrus Wong or "paper sons," and it was fun to find more of his art online after I'd finished the book. The author's note in the end would make it a good resource for a school report, as well. - Chip G., Web and Online Services Show less

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Hello, Crochet Friends!

Hello, Crochet Friends!

Making Art, Being Mindful, Giving Back : Do What Makes You Happy

by Larson, Jonah

Book - 2019

Hello, Crochet Friends! tells the story of Jonah in his own words. He was born in Ethiopia and adopted into an American family from Wisconsin. He had a ...Show more Hello, Crochet Friends! tells the story of Jonah in his own words. He was born in Ethiopia and adopted into an American family from Wisconsin. He had a lot of trouble in his early years in school, acting out and not being able to follow the rules, even pouring paint onto the floor in art class and sliding across the puddle on his belly! Then he discovered the craft of crochet and fell in love with it, becoming a crochet prodigy, making afghans, hats, pillows and toys, up to five hours a day. Because crocheting calmed his mind it help him control his behavior in school and he excelled. Now he's made friends around the world and started his own business through crocheting. — Beth B., Minneapolis Central Library Show less

Hello, Crochet Friends! tells the story of Jonah in his own words. He was born in Ethiopia and adopted into an American family from Wisconsin. He had a ...Show more Hello, Crochet Friends! tells the story of Jonah in his own words. He was born in Ethiopia and adopted into an American family from Wisconsin. He had a lot of trouble in his early years in school, acting out and not being able to follow the rules, even pouring paint onto the floor in art class and sliding across the puddle on his belly! Then he discovered the craft of crochet and fell in love with it, becoming a crochet prodigy, making afghans, hats, pillows and toys, up to five hours a day. Because crocheting calmed his mind it help him control his behavior in school and he excelled. Now he's made friends around the world and started his own business through crocheting. — Beth B., Minneapolis Central Library Show less

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The Youngest Marcher

The Youngest Marcher

The Story of Audrey Faye Hendricks, A Young Civil Rights Activist

by Levinson, Cynthia

Book - 2017

This is a picture book about Audrey Faye Hendricks who, at nine years old, was the youngest known child arrested during children's marches for civil right...Show more This is a picture book about Audrey Faye Hendricks who, at nine years old, was the youngest known child arrested during children's marches for civil rights in Birmingham, AL in 1963. This book does a wonderful job of telling her story in a way for young children to appreciate it and it has wonderful illustrations. A great history book for kids. — Molly R., North Regional Library Show less

This is a picture book about Audrey Faye Hendricks who, at nine years old, was the youngest known child arrested during children's marches for civil right...Show more This is a picture book about Audrey Faye Hendricks who, at nine years old, was the youngest known child arrested during children's marches for civil rights in Birmingham, AL in 1963. This book does a wonderful job of telling her story in a way for young children to appreciate it and it has wonderful illustrations. A great history book for kids. — Molly R., North Regional Library Show less

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I'm Just No Good at Rhyming and Other Nonsense for Mischievous Kids and Immature Grown-ups

I'm Just No Good at Rhyming and Other Nonsense for Mischievous Kids and Immature Grown-ups

by Harris, Chris, 1970-

Book - 2017

In the tradition of Shel Silverstein, Chris Harris’ collection of poems and ‘other nonsense’ gives elementary and middle grade readers plenty to think and...Show more In the tradition of Shel Silverstein, Chris Harris’ collection of poems and ‘other nonsense’ gives elementary and middle grade readers plenty to think and laugh about. It’s really an impressive book – I found myself marveling at how many comical and clever ideas Harris was able to cram into its 200+ pages. t appeals to a wide age-range: I’ve used it both as a bedtime read-aloud at home with my 1st-grader (he loved it!) and as a title for my 4th-6th grade library book group (they also gave it a resounding ‘thumbs up!’). Lane Smith’s illustrations help bring the text to life and add to the fun. Poems like ‘Ten Ginormous Hippos Jumped on a Bed’ and ‘If You Ever Have to Memorize a Poem of Twenty Lines or Longer and Deliver it to Your Class, Then This is a Pretty Good One’ are pure silliness. Harris hilariously stacks the deck with his ‘Unfair’ riddles and ‘Picture Puzzle.’ Interspersed with numerous such laugh-so-hard-you-cry entries are a few others like ‘Let’s Meet Right Here In Twenty-Five Years’ that may leave the reader with tears in their eyes for different reasons. — John K., Plymouth Library Show less

In the tradition of Shel Silverstein, Chris Harris’ collection of poems and ‘other nonsense’ gives elementary and middle grade readers plenty to think and...Show more In the tradition of Shel Silverstein, Chris Harris’ collection of poems and ‘other nonsense’ gives elementary and middle grade readers plenty to think and laugh about. It’s really an impressive book – I found myself marveling at how many comical and clever ideas Harris was able to cram into its 200+ pages. t appeals to a wide age-range: I’ve used it both as a bedtime read-aloud at home with my 1st-grader (he loved it!) and as a title for my 4th-6th grade library book group (they also gave it a resounding ‘thumbs up!’). Lane Smith’s illustrations help bring the text to life and add to the fun. Poems like ‘Ten Ginormous Hippos Jumped on a Bed’ and ‘If You Ever Have to Memorize a Poem of Twenty Lines or Longer and Deliver it to Your Class, Then This is a Pretty Good One’ are pure silliness. Harris hilariously stacks the deck with his ‘Unfair’ riddles and ‘Picture Puzzle.’ Interspersed with numerous such laugh-so-hard-you-cry entries are a few others like ‘Let’s Meet Right Here In Twenty-Five Years’ that may leave the reader with tears in their eyes for different reasons. — John K., Plymouth Library Show less

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Can I Touch your Hair?

Can I Touch your Hair?

Poems of Race, Mistakes, and Friendship

by Latham, Irene

Book - 2018

When their teacher tells the class to pick a partner for a poetry project, Irene and Charles are stuck together by default. Charles is a gregarious black ...Show more When their teacher tells the class to pick a partner for a poetry project, Irene and Charles are stuck together by default. Charles is a gregarious black boy, and Irene is an extremely quiet white girl, and both wonder "How in the world is this going to work?" What can they possibly have in common to write about? As they take turns writing about things like picking out shoes to listening to music to finding a crowd to play with during recess, we get to see how racial assumptions and hypocracies show up in the simplest topics, like haircuts. This book could be a useful conversation starter about race with children because you get to see the role it plays in everyday situations that most everyone experiences on some level. For example, in the poem "Dinner Conversation", Charles struggles with being vegan in a family that celebrates soul food as a part of their history. As a part of a vegan family, I know there are stereotypes about what your average vegan looks and acts like, and so I was very excited to see this book tackle this subject amongst everything else. This is definitely a book I will use with my kids as they get older, and I think kids will really respond to Charles' and Irene's struggles and friendship. — Nina S, Maple Grove Library Show less

When their teacher tells the class to pick a partner for a poetry project, Irene and Charles are stuck together by default. Charles is a gregarious black ...Show more When their teacher tells the class to pick a partner for a poetry project, Irene and Charles are stuck together by default. Charles is a gregarious black boy, and Irene is an extremely quiet white girl, and both wonder "How in the world is this going to work?" What can they possibly have in common to write about? As they take turns writing about things like picking out shoes to listening to music to finding a crowd to play with during recess, we get to see how racial assumptions and hypocracies show up in the simplest topics, like haircuts. This book could be a useful conversation starter about race with children because you get to see the role it plays in everyday situations that most everyone experiences on some level. For example, in the poem "Dinner Conversation", Charles struggles with being vegan in a family that celebrates soul food as a part of their history. As a part of a vegan family, I know there are stereotypes about what your average vegan looks and acts like, and so I was very excited to see this book tackle this subject amongst everything else. This is definitely a book I will use with my kids as they get older, and I think kids will really respond to Charles' and Irene's struggles and friendship. — Nina S, Maple Grove Library Show less

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New Hands, New Life

New Hands, New Life

Robots, Prostheses and Innovation

by Mihailidis, Alex

Book - 2017

As an amputee myself, I was really excited to see this book. There aren't terribly many books for kids that explain how my prosthetic arm works—and even f...Show more As an amputee myself, I was really excited to see this book. There aren't terribly many books for kids that explain how my prosthetic arm works—and even fewer books that do so simple language with such great photographs. I loved that there is a diagram showing how my very basic prosthesis works along with discussion of some of the newer technology that is being developed now. I hope this book inspires kids to pursue biomedical engineering or similar fields and develop even better assistive technology for people like me! — Mindy R., Edina Library Show less

As an amputee myself, I was really excited to see this book. There aren't terribly many books for kids that explain how my prosthetic arm works—and even f...Show more As an amputee myself, I was really excited to see this book. There aren't terribly many books for kids that explain how my prosthetic arm works—and even fewer books that do so simple language with such great photographs. I loved that there is a diagram showing how my very basic prosthesis works along with discussion of some of the newer technology that is being developed now. I hope this book inspires kids to pursue biomedical engineering or similar fields and develop even better assistive technology for people like me! — Mindy R., Edina Library Show less

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Dear Miss Breed

Dear Miss Breed

True Stories of the Japanese American Incarceration During World War II and A Librarian Who Made A Difference

by Oppenheim, Joanne

Book - 2006

Interested in WWII but want to know what was going on right here in the United States? Check out this account of Japanese-American children who were force...Show more Interested in WWII but want to know what was going on right here in the United States? Check out this account of Japanese-American children who were forced out of their homes and sent to live in horrible internment camps. This book records letters and pictures of those children and their lives while incarcerated. This is a really in-depth look at a shameful part of America's past that is often forgotten or unacknowledged. — Baleigh F., Walker Library Show less

Interested in WWII but want to know what was going on right here in the United States? Check out this account of Japanese-American children who were force...Show more Interested in WWII but want to know what was going on right here in the United States? Check out this account of Japanese-American children who were forced out of their homes and sent to live in horrible internment camps. This book records letters and pictures of those children and their lives while incarcerated. This is a really in-depth look at a shameful part of America's past that is often forgotten or unacknowledged. — Baleigh F., Walker Library Show less

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Are You An Echo?

Are You An Echo?

The Lost Poetry of Misuzu Kaneko

by Kaneko, Misuzu

Book - 2016

I love to read novels in verse, but I hate to admit, shorter poems often don't keep my attention unless they're really funny. However, Setsuo Yazaki has b...Show more I love to read novels in verse, but I hate to admit, shorter poems often don't keep my attention unless they're really funny. However, Setsuo Yazaki has brought together the poems of Misuzu Kaneko in such a brilliant way, that I cannot stop thinking about this book. Kaneko was an early 20th century Japanese poet, and her poems are read by all Japanese children in school today. Instead of just translating and reprinting her poems one after another, Yazaki puts her poems into the context of her tragic life story. The book covers some difficult topics, but the illustrations balance this by showing Kaneko's warm and spirited nature. Kaneko would write about the feelings of all sorts of things- dirt, a telephone pole, flowers- and they just remind you of how everything and everyone is a part of a bigger world. — Nina S., Maple Grove Library Show less

I love to read novels in verse, but I hate to admit, shorter poems often don't keep my attention unless they're really funny. However, Setsuo Yazaki has b...Show more I love to read novels in verse, but I hate to admit, shorter poems often don't keep my attention unless they're really funny. However, Setsuo Yazaki has brought together the poems of Misuzu Kaneko in such a brilliant way, that I cannot stop thinking about this book. Kaneko was an early 20th century Japanese poet, and her poems are read by all Japanese children in school today. Instead of just translating and reprinting her poems one after another, Yazaki puts her poems into the context of her tragic life story. The book covers some difficult topics, but the illustrations balance this by showing Kaneko's warm and spirited nature. Kaneko would write about the feelings of all sorts of things- dirt, a telephone pole, flowers- and they just remind you of how everything and everyone is a part of a bigger world. — Nina S., Maple Grove Library Show less

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Women in Science

Women in Science

50 Fearless Pioneers Who Changed the World

by Ignotofsky, Rachel, 1989-

Book - 2016

Captivating and whimsical illustrations will draw you into this book but the fascinating facts about women scientists throughout the ages will keep you tu...Show more Captivating and whimsical illustrations will draw you into this book but the fascinating facts about women scientists throughout the ages will keep you turning pages. Open this book to any page and learn about an amazing person who has helped shape our world. You won't want to stop reading and then you'll find yourself wanting to share this book with every young person you know. I want this book to be in every class room and every library. Would be a great gift book too. — Beth B., Minneapolis Central Library Show less

Captivating and whimsical illustrations will draw you into this book but the fascinating facts about women scientists throughout the ages will keep you tu...Show more Captivating and whimsical illustrations will draw you into this book but the fascinating facts about women scientists throughout the ages will keep you turning pages. Open this book to any page and learn about an amazing person who has helped shape our world. You won't want to stop reading and then you'll find yourself wanting to share this book with every young person you know. I want this book to be in every class room and every library. Would be a great gift book too. — Beth B., Minneapolis Central Library Show less

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Symphony for the City of the Dead

Symphony for the City of the Dead

Dmitri Shostakovich and the Siege of Leningrad

by Anderson, M. T.

Book - 2015

A nonfiction book about the Siege of Leningrad and the composer Dimitri Shostakovich?! It may be an unusual topic for this age group, but author M.T. Ande...Show more A nonfiction book about the Siege of Leningrad and the composer Dimitri Shostakovich?! It may be an unusual topic for this age group, but author M.T. Anderson is up to the challenge! He has written a riveting, unforgettable account about the unimaginable hardships endured by Leningraders, and, indeed, all Soviet citizens, who faced both the harsh regime of Stalin and the Nazi invasion of WWII. This book will change you. — Susan C., Collection Management Services Show less

A nonfiction book about the Siege of Leningrad and the composer Dimitri Shostakovich?! It may be an unusual topic for this age group, but author M.T. Ande...Show more A nonfiction book about the Siege of Leningrad and the composer Dimitri Shostakovich?! It may be an unusual topic for this age group, but author M.T. Anderson is up to the challenge! He has written a riveting, unforgettable account about the unimaginable hardships endured by Leningraders, and, indeed, all Soviet citizens, who faced both the harsh regime of Stalin and the Nazi invasion of WWII. This book will change you. — Susan C., Collection Management Services Show less

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Rad Women Worldwide

Rad Women Worldwide

Artists and Athletes, Pirates and Punks, and Other Revolutionaries Who Shaped History

by Schatz, Kate

Book - 2016

Kate Schatz builds on her wonderful "Rad American Women A-Z" and takes her biographical storytelling worldwide. This is a great resource for kid...Show more Kate Schatz builds on her wonderful "Rad American Women A-Z" and takes her biographical storytelling worldwide. This is a great resource for kids to learn more about women in parts of the world that might not get enough attention in the classroom. I was especially impressed with all of the important women featured from Africa, a continent most of us need to learn more about. — Ian S, Communication Show less

Kate Schatz builds on her wonderful "Rad American Women A-Z" and takes her biographical storytelling worldwide. This is a great resource for kid...Show more Kate Schatz builds on her wonderful "Rad American Women A-Z" and takes her biographical storytelling worldwide. This is a great resource for kids to learn more about women in parts of the world that might not get enough attention in the classroom. I was especially impressed with all of the important women featured from Africa, a continent most of us need to learn more about. — Ian S, Communication Show less

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Amelia Lost

Amelia Lost

The Life and Disappearance of Amelia Earhart

by Fleming, Candace

Book - 2011

I thought I knew about Amelia Earhart before I read this book. She was a famous female pilot who just disappeared one day while trying to fly around the w...Show more I thought I knew about Amelia Earhart before I read this book. She was a famous female pilot who just disappeared one day while trying to fly around the world, right? But did you know that she was not alone on that last flight? She had her navigator, Fred Noonan, with her. She might have had some flaws as a pilot, too—as she skipped most of the instruction on how to use her radio and direction finding equipment. And did you know that various people heard her calling for help over the course of several days? Before there was Kim Kardashian there was Amelia Earhart—celebrity extraordinaire! — Mary S., Eden Prairie Library Show less

I thought I knew about Amelia Earhart before I read this book. She was a famous female pilot who just disappeared one day while trying to fly around the w...Show more I thought I knew about Amelia Earhart before I read this book. She was a famous female pilot who just disappeared one day while trying to fly around the world, right? But did you know that she was not alone on that last flight? She had her navigator, Fred Noonan, with her. She might have had some flaws as a pilot, too—as she skipped most of the instruction on how to use her radio and direction finding equipment. And did you know that various people heard her calling for help over the course of several days? Before there was Kim Kardashian there was Amelia Earhart—celebrity extraordinaire! — Mary S., Eden Prairie Library Show less

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Rhythm Ride

Rhythm Ride

A Road Trip Through the Motown Sound

by Pinkney, Andrea Davis

Book - 2015

A quick spin through rock & roll history for music and history lovers. A smooth talking disc jockey is your tour guide as you learn about the remarkab...Show more A quick spin through rock & roll history for music and history lovers. A smooth talking disc jockey is your tour guide as you learn about the remarkable rise of Berry Gordy’s hit-making machine and the legendary artists that put Motown on the map. The sheer number of hit songs that Motown produced will continually amaze - with each page I found myself trying to track down another song or performance I forgot I knew. It was fascinating learning about Gordy’s personality and his relationships with everyone from Smokey Robinson, Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye, to the Jackson 5. — John K., Plymouth Library Show less

A quick spin through rock & roll history for music and history lovers. A smooth talking disc jockey is your tour guide as you learn about the remarkab...Show more A quick spin through rock & roll history for music and history lovers. A smooth talking disc jockey is your tour guide as you learn about the remarkable rise of Berry Gordy’s hit-making machine and the legendary artists that put Motown on the map. The sheer number of hit songs that Motown produced will continually amaze - with each page I found myself trying to track down another song or performance I forgot I knew. It was fascinating learning about Gordy’s personality and his relationships with everyone from Smokey Robinson, Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye, to the Jackson 5. — John K., Plymouth Library Show less

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Lincoln's Spymaster

Lincoln's Spymaster

Allan Pinkerton, America's First Private Eye

by Seiple, Samantha

Book - 2015

One night a young Allan Pinkerton discovered some men gathering around a campfire on a deserted island. When he alerted the sheriff, an entire gang of cou...Show more One night a young Allan Pinkerton discovered some men gathering around a campfire on a deserted island. When he alerted the sheriff, an entire gang of counterfeiters was captured. This led to a lifetime career of Pinkerton becoming an investigator, beginning his own detective agency, and even hiring the first woman detective. This book describes many of his exciting cases, which include capturing Civil War spies, train robbers, embezzlers, and outlaws, and foiling a plot to assassinate President Lincoln. — Mary S., Eden Prairie Library Show less

One night a young Allan Pinkerton discovered some men gathering around a campfire on a deserted island. When he alerted the sheriff, an entire gang of cou...Show more One night a young Allan Pinkerton discovered some men gathering around a campfire on a deserted island. When he alerted the sheriff, an entire gang of counterfeiters was captured. This led to a lifetime career of Pinkerton becoming an investigator, beginning his own detective agency, and even hiring the first woman detective. This book describes many of his exciting cases, which include capturing Civil War spies, train robbers, embezzlers, and outlaws, and foiling a plot to assassinate President Lincoln. — Mary S., Eden Prairie Library Show less

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Most Dangerous

Most Dangerous

Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War

by Sheinkin, Steve

Book - 2015

The gripping true story of the role Daniel Ellsberg's leaking of classified government documents played in ending U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War and ...Show more The gripping true story of the role Daniel Ellsberg's leaking of classified government documents played in ending U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War and bringing down the presidency of Richard Nixon. Sheinkin is one of my favorite authors today – I'll read anything he writes. He's great at breaking down complex historical topics into manageable parts, then presenting them in an interesting way that propels the reader quickly through the story. Most Dangerous puts you in the shoes of Ellsberg, forcing you to grapple with how you'd handle having definitive proof that the American government had been lying to its citizens for years in justifying war. Faced with the reality that releasing this information would mark you as a 'traitor' to many and jeopardize your career, relationships, and even your freedom, would you have done what Ellsberg did? — John K., Plymouth Library Show less

The gripping true story of the role Daniel Ellsberg's leaking of classified government documents played in ending U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War and ...Show more The gripping true story of the role Daniel Ellsberg's leaking of classified government documents played in ending U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War and bringing down the presidency of Richard Nixon. Sheinkin is one of my favorite authors today – I'll read anything he writes. He's great at breaking down complex historical topics into manageable parts, then presenting them in an interesting way that propels the reader quickly through the story. Most Dangerous puts you in the shoes of Ellsberg, forcing you to grapple with how you'd handle having definitive proof that the American government had been lying to its citizens for years in justifying war. Faced with the reality that releasing this information would mark you as a 'traitor' to many and jeopardize your career, relationships, and even your freedom, would you have done what Ellsberg did? — John K., Plymouth Library Show less

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The Boys in the Boat

The Boys in the Boat

The True Story of An American Team's Epic Journey to Win Gold at the 1936 Olympics

by Brown, Daniel James, 1951-

Book - 2015

A page-turning and inspirational book about hard work, dedication, and perseverance. It is the true-life story of the unlikely University of Washington cr...Show more A page-turning and inspirational book about hard work, dedication, and perseverance. It is the true-life story of the unlikely University of Washington crew team that found themselves center stage at the one of the 20th-century’s most pivotal moments: the 1936 Berlin Olympics. Much of the book focuses on Joe Rantz, a member of the eight man team who overcame hardship and being abandoned by his family as a child to earn a spot in the boat. If you’re interested in history, sports, or just a good underdog story, this book is for you. Even if you don’t know anything about rowing when you start reading, you’ll be a fan by the end. — John K., Plymouth Library Show less

A page-turning and inspirational book about hard work, dedication, and perseverance. It is the true-life story of the unlikely University of Washington cr...Show more A page-turning and inspirational book about hard work, dedication, and perseverance. It is the true-life story of the unlikely University of Washington crew team that found themselves center stage at the one of the 20th-century’s most pivotal moments: the 1936 Berlin Olympics. Much of the book focuses on Joe Rantz, a member of the eight man team who overcame hardship and being abandoned by his family as a child to earn a spot in the boat. If you’re interested in history, sports, or just a good underdog story, this book is for you. Even if you don’t know anything about rowing when you start reading, you’ll be a fan by the end. — John K., Plymouth Library Show less

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How They Croaked

How They Croaked

The Awful Ends of the Awfully Famous

by Bragg, Georgia

Book - 2011

The last days of nineteen famous people, from Cleopatra to Mozart to Albert Einstein are included, with offbeat, but documented information about how they...Show more The last days of nineteen famous people, from Cleopatra to Mozart to Albert Einstein are included, with offbeat, but documented information about how they died in full gory detail. Each chapter also concludes with related facts about the person or about some aspect of death. Read this book and you too will be able to match "mosquito bite," "poisoned hairpin," "lead poisoning," "bad hygiene," "guillotine," and "cancerous stomach ulcer," to its famous victim. Recommended for children in grades 4 and up, including adults. — Mary S., Eden Prairie Library Show less

The last days of nineteen famous people, from Cleopatra to Mozart to Albert Einstein are included, with offbeat, but documented information about how they...Show more The last days of nineteen famous people, from Cleopatra to Mozart to Albert Einstein are included, with offbeat, but documented information about how they died in full gory detail. Each chapter also concludes with related facts about the person or about some aspect of death. Read this book and you too will be able to match "mosquito bite," "poisoned hairpin," "lead poisoning," "bad hygiene," "guillotine," and "cancerous stomach ulcer," to its famous victim. Recommended for children in grades 4 and up, including adults. — Mary S., Eden Prairie Library Show less

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