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Reading recommendations for fiction, nonfiction, and audiobooks across all reading levels.
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"From the beginning of the space age, scientists and engineers have worked on systems to help humans survive for the astounding 28,500 days (78 years) needed to reach another planet. They've imagined and tried to create a little piece of Earth in a bubble travelling through space, inside of which people could live for decades, centuries, or even millennia. Far Beyond the Moon tells the dramatic story of engineering efforts by astronauts and scientists...
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This book explores the world of construction trucks and what they're used for, from the backhoes and bulldozers that move dirt and rocks to concrete mixers and cranes. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
5) Cranky
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Cranky and friends volume 1
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"Cranky is feeling, well, cranky. But don't ask why. Because you know what doesn't help when you're feeling cranky? Everyone asking you what's wrong! Is there anything that will help? Find out in this irresistible story about big trucks, big feelings, and even bigger friendships."--Front flap of jacket.
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The agriculture industry feeds the nation and provides many jobs. The Farming Encyclopedias series is filled with information on crops and crop farming, livestock and other farm animals, tractors and other farm equipment, and educational programs that engage the next generation of agricultural workers. This encyclopedia is sure to give readers all they need to know about farming.-- Back cover.
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Mientras se esconde el sol detrás del sitio de construcción, todas las máquinas trabajadoras se preparan para decir buenas noches. Una por una, Grúa, Mezcladora, Volquete, Niveladora y Excavadora terminan su trabajo y se acuestan a descansar-¡alistándose para otro día de construcción y diversion! Con ilustraciones irresistibles del reconocido artista Tom Lichtenheld y simpático texto en rima, este libro emocionará a todos los niños amantes...
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"Did you know that the International Space Station is the largest human-made space object? Something that big might seem like it can't move fast-but the ISS cruises through space at about 5 miles (8 km) per second! Spend some time on this massive, speedy space station to learn about how ISS crew members work on incredible science experiments and stop their food from floating away in low gravity. Discover extreme facts about the International Space...
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Airthings
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2017.
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Accurate, user friendly digital radon gas detector with LCD screen powered by 3 AAA batteries. Detects radon levels and gives an overview from 1 day, 7 days and long term averages.
Available for request by Hooksett cardholders only.
The Corentium Home by Airthings radon detector is a state-of-the-art measuring instrument that combines ease of use and performance. The Corentium Home by Airthings radon gas detector allows you to take a reading of...
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Stackpole Books
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[2024]
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"Rings of Fire is the story of how Edwin Land, founder of Polaroid, and a unique cast of characters created the calcite-based optical ring sights that helped U.S. naval antiaircraft guns and army bazookas zero in on targets and claim victory in World War II. It is a story of American ingenuity, determination, and grit in the face of enemy attacks"-- Provided by publisher.
17) Diggers at work!
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The Experiment, LLC
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2023.
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"Diggers at Work! is packed with digging machines of all kinds, alongside a crew of hard workers who are tearing down houses, shoveling dirt, and moving scrap. This is our first wimmelbook to include a spread with illustrated diagrams, helping curious kids point out different parts of diggers, like the bucket, cab, and engine."-- Provided by publisher.
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Studio Fun International, an imprint of Printers Row Publishing Group
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[2022]
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"Blippi loves excavators and one day, his dream of driving one comes true! He dons his safety gear, climbs into the excavator's cab, and joins a busy work crew at a construction site. Young kids will share Blippi's excitement as they read I Can Drive An Excavator! and discover the surprising thing the big work machines build. This Level 1 All-Star Reader is a super fun way for kids to practice and hone their developing reading skills."--Amazon website....
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Little Simon, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing Division
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2024.
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A dream team of school supplies, including crayons, pencils, paints and notebooks, will help little ones feel welcome in their new classroom--and have an anxiety-free first day of school!
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Genius Cat Books
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2024.
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In this spin on the classic Christmas carol for every kid who loves construction sites, each new day "my foreman brings to me" more and more construction vehicles! With "six cranes a-lifting" to "five golden backhoes," every playful page invites your little construction expert to count, read (or sing), and marvel at the growing number of tractors, trucks, heavy machinery... "and a flatbed with a Christmas tree!"
