S. A. Caldwell
Author
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
2022.
Physical Desc
127 pages : illustrations (cheifly color) ; 23 cm
Language
English
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Description
"The LGBTQ+ community is so much more than rainbow flags and the month of June. In this beautifully designed dynamic book, young readers will learn about groundbreaking events, including historic pushes for equality and the legalization of same-sex marriages across the world. They will dive into the phenomenal history of queer icons from ancient times to the present and read about Harvey Milk, Marsha P. Johnson, Audre Lorde, and more. Including several...
Author
Publisher
Puffin Books
Pub. Date
2017.
Physical Desc
59 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm
Language
English
Description
Have you ever wanted to know what actually happened to James Trotter's parents when they encountered an angry escaped rhino? Or how to make the Twits' infamous bird pie? Well now you can find out, with The Gloriumptious Worlds of Roald Dahl. The book is a brilliant extension to Dahl's wonderful stories, and gives fascinating insights into the characters and events from Roald Dahl's writing in a humorous, exciting and downright gloriumptious way. For...
Author
Publisher
Barron's Educational Series, Inc
Pub. Date
2016.
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 31 cm
Language
English
Description
"Step inside a world of magic, enchantment, and mystery as you enter the realm of the fairies. From beautiful maidens to hideous goblins and nasty boggarts, follow fairy expert Stella A. Caldwell as she uncovers the truth behind these creatures from myth, legend, and folklore."--Page [2] of cover.
Author
Publisher
Dk Publishing
Pub. Date
2017.
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
128 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 29 cm
Language
English
Description
If you thought that it was a man's world, think again! 100 Women Who Made History is the exciting story of the women who changed the world, from Anne Frank to J.K. Rowling. Meet the most talented and famous women in history, from politics, science, business, and the arts, from exciting entrepreneurs to clever creative. Discover landmark moments in the lives of amazing historical women from Joan of Arc to Marie Curie, up to and including modern game-changers...
Author
Publisher
Weldon Owen International
Pub. Date
[2021]
Physical Desc
80 pages : color illustrations, color map ; 31 cm
Language
English
Description
"This magical menagerie will lead you on a thrilling journey through the fantastical realm of dragons. Meet fire-breathing monsters, ferocious serpents, wise and gentle giants, and multi-headed beasts. From the hundred-headed Typhon of Ancient Greek mythology to the dazzling Aztec dragon Quetzalcoatl, all sorts of magnificent beasts are brought to life from across the globe and many different cultures. Fascinating facts accompany each illustration...
Author
Series
Publisher
Barron's Educational Series, Inc
Pub. Date
2016.
Edition
First edition for the United States, its territories and dependencies, and Canada.
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
Provides a brief history of the ancient Egyptian civilization and discusses the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb.
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2018
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
128 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 29 cm
Language
English
Description
Full of the true-life stories of scientists and innovators who have shaped our society and how we see the world around us, this book puts major scientific discoveries into context. Readers learn who inspired whom, and which discoveries laid the groundwork for more amazing innovation.