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  Famous Friends: Maya Angelou and...

  Tamra B. Orr

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  Famous Friends: Maya Angelou and Oprah Winfrey is a perfect narrative non-fiction book for young learners. It's packed full of historical information about inspirational entertainers, Maya Angelou and Oprah Winfrey's friendship, including their troubling childhoods, their instant connection and how they made each other, and the world, a better place. Also included are historical photos, a chronological timeline of their lives and friendship, chapter notes, a glossary, works consulted and further reading recommendations for student research.

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  Office Call - A Mathematician’s...

  Charles E. Fritch

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  Office Call by Charles E. Fritch - When brilliant mathematician Charles T. Moore steps into Dr. Rawlings’ office, he carries a groundbreaking revelation that could redefine the very fabric of reality. But as he grapples with the terrifying implications of his discovery—mind control and the potential to traverse alternate universes—will he find the help he needs or push the boundaries of sanity even further? 
  Dr. Rawlings sighed a long sigh born of frustration and impatience and went wearily to the bookcase. Almost methodically he removed a large gold-titled volume of Freud's A General Introduction to Psychoanalysis and withdrew the bottle from its hiding place. The bottle was half filled with an amber fluid which jiggled pleasantly as he held it in an unsteady hand, observing with a practiced eye how gaily it sparkled in the late afternoon sunlight. Then from the cavity he also extracted a small whiskey glass. 
  He took these tools to his desk, poured himself a stiff one, downed it, flopped into his swivel chair and closed his eyes. Chicken farms, he thought. He felt the fiery liquid seep through him, warming his insides with its silent flame, bringing a pleasant glow of satisfaction to his mind. 
  He closed his eyes tighter and regarded the darkened world with a calmness that was somehow conducive to rational thought even in this irrational world. To thought and to sleep, he realized suddenly, as he found his head tilting. 
  He rose quickly, blinking off the effects of the liquor, and carefully returned the utensils to their proper niche behind the volume of Freud on the bookshelf. Good old Freud, he thought, always knew he'd come in handy one of these days.

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  100 Amazing Facts about Ancient...

  Marc Dresgui

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  Immerse yourself in the captivating history of one of the world's greatest civilizations with "100 Amazing Facts about Ancient Egypt"! 
  A true treasure trove of knowledge, this book takes your children on a journey through time, to the heart of the mysteries of ancient Egypt. With rigorously verified facts and exciting storytelling, we make history engaging and accessible for curious minds. 
  Discover the secrets of the pyramids, pharaohs and gods of the Egyptian pantheon. Learn how the Egyptians used hieroglyphs to communicate and how they developed one of the world's first writing systems. Explore daily life in Egypt, from rich royal palaces to humble potters' workshops. 
  Offering “100 Amazing Facts about Ancient Egypt” to your child means:Stimulate their curiosity: Each fact is an adventure in itself, designed to awaken children's interest in history and different cultures.Educational and entertaining: This book combines the rigor of teaching with the magic of discovery, transforming learning into an exciting experience.Develop their critical thinking: By confronting the mysteries of ancient Egypt, your child will learn to analyze facts, ask questions and seek answers.A lasting gift: This book will be a precious companion throughout the intellectual development of your child, who will always be able to return to it to satisfy their thirst for knowledge. 
  Don't miss the opportunity to offer your child a passport to the past, a window into a civilization that shaped the world today. With "100 Amazing Facts about Ancient Egypt", the journey through time begins on the first page. It's more than a book, it's an adventure. Ready to give it away?

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  A Christmas Mistake By Lucy Maud...

  Lucy Maud Montgomery

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  Step into the warmth of a turn-of-the-century Christmas with this charming short story from the beloved author of Anne of Green Gables. Lucy Maud Montgomery weaves a delightful tale of holiday mishaps, family dynamics, and unexpected romance set against the backdrop of a snowy Canadian winter. 
  The characters discover that sometimes the best Christmas gifts are the ones we never planned for. With Montgomery's signature blend of humor, heart, and keen observation of human nature, this story captures the true spirit of the season, forgiveness, kindness, and the joy of coming together. 
  Perfect for fans of classic Christmas literature and anyone who loves Montgomery's gentle wisdom and vivid storytelling, "A Christmas Mistake" reminds us that even our most embarrassing moments can lead to wonderful surprises.

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  The Great Vandal Scandal

  Emily Ecton

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  The Secret Life of Pets meets Spy School as furry friends come out of retirement to do some secret spy work in this hilarious companion to The Great Pet Heist and The Great Ghost Hoax. 
   
   
   
  Big plans are afoot! Butterbean is going to become a therapist (unless maybe she means a therapy dog?). The white cat is going to do a commercial for caviar-flavored pet treats. And Wallace is moving into a great new apartment. But these plans don't include a group of rowdy raccoons taking over the loading dock and throwing the building into turmoil. 
   
   
   
  Now residents from the whole building are coming to the Strathmore Seven for help—from Second Floor Biscuit, a Yorkie with an unfortunate haircut who faces eviction for barking at the intruders, to the loading dock rats, who are feeling intimidated and upset. And even worse, Madison gets blamed for the vandalism! It's up to Butterbean and the rest of the pets to stop the raccoons and restore their friend's reputation—before it's too late.

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  Hot Planet

  Hal Clement

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  Hot Planet by Hal Clement - Mercury had no atmosphere—everyone knew that. Why was it developing one now? 
  The wind which had nearly turned the Albireo's landing into a disaster instead of a mathematical exercise was still playing tunes about the fins and landing legs as Schlossberg made his way down to Deck Five. 
  The noise didn't bother him particularly, though the endless seismic tremors made him dislike the ladders. But just now he was able to ignore both. He was curious—though not hopeful. 
  "Is there anything at all obvious on the last sets of tapes, Joe?" 
  Mardikian, the geophysicist, shrugged. "Just what you'd expect ... on a planet which has at least one quake in each fifty-mile-square area every five minutes. You know yourself we had a nice seismic program set up, but when we touched down we found we couldn't carry it out. We've done our best with the natural tremors—incidentally stealing most of the record tapes the other projects would have used. We have a lot of nice information for the computers back home; but it will take all of them to make any sense out of it." 
  Schlossberg nodded; the words had not been necessary. His astronomical program had been one of those sabotaged by the transfer of tapes to the seismic survey. 
  "I just hoped," he said. "We each have an idea why Mercury developed an atmosphere during the last few decades, but I guess the high school kids on Earth will know whether it's right before we do. I'm resigned to living in a chess-type universe—few and simple rules, but infinite combinations of them. But it would be nice to know an answer sometime." 
  "So it would. As a matter of fact, I need to know a couple right now. From you. How close to finished are the other programs—or what's left of them?" 
  "I'm all set," replied Schlossberg. "I have a couple of instruments still monitoring the sun just in case, but everything in the revised program is on tape."

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