Fast Food Nation


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An exploration of the fast food industry in the United States, from its roots to its long-term consequences.




Brave Little Donkey


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"Farmer I'm ready, I won't let you down. No matter what comes, I will stand my ground." Donkey is an unassuming hero who is still trying to find his place in the herd. Although he is young, he has been tasked with the huge responsibility of protecting his herd from any and all foes they may encounter. During the day, farmer is always there to guide him. How will he handle being on his own? Donkey must learn to summon his courage and rely on his own resourcefulness. Feel inspired to spend the night with Donkey as he bravely patrols his pasture and creatively outsmarts his challengers.







Home Education Circular


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The Ravaged


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New York Times bestseller Los Angeles Times bestseller USA Today bestseller The highly anticipated debut novel from Norman Reedus, acclaimed star of The Walking Dead “This country wasn’t built on good—only fought for with good intentions.” Jack’s dying mother told him, “Run and never look back.” He spent his life amassing wealth, but after losing his family, he has no one to share it with. Alone with his demons and a backpack, he heads to South America, where people with nothing teach him what matters. After thrashing his dog-abusing boss, Hunter learns of his father’s death in a mysterious fire. Biker buddies Nugget and Itch ride with him from North Carolina to California. Stories from his father’s life help ease the struggles of small-town Americans. Hunter discovers a secret past. Seventeen-year-old Anne flees Tennessee after her older brother attacks her. She whacks him with a skillet and hops a freight to Alabama with her best friend. Living hand to mouth, they build friendships, uncovering something they never had: family. The Ravaged is a fast-paced, up-in-your-face novel of gritty realism, exploring three different personal quests with eerily parallel outcomes.




The Magpie and The Turtle: a Native American-inspired Folk Tale


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Native American folklore told by a Kiowa tribal member Magpie and Turtle haven't always got along. Magpie thinks Turtle is too slow, and Turtle sees Magpie as a weak creature that isn't special at all. But then one day comes along a tricky snake who tries to pit them against each other even more than they already are. Will Magpie and Turtle fall for Snake's tricks, or will there be a surprising change of heart? The Magpie and The Turtle reminds us of the importance of every living creature, teaches how our actions play a role to hurt of help someone else, and gives insight into American Indian tradition and culture.




Official Congressional Directory


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Contains biographies of Senators, members of Congress, and the Judiciary. Also includes committee assignments, maps of Congressional districts, a directory of officials of executive agencies, addresses, telephone and fax numbers, web addresses, and other information.




Bella the Scientist Goes to Outer Space


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5, 4, 3, 2, 1, BLAST OFF! Bella and Vicky are two sisters with a love for science. Wanting to learn more about the different types of scientists, they start their journey learning about astronomers. Their friend Cody the iPad takes them on an adventure through the stars to discover new facts about their solar system and the scientists who study it. Together with Bella and Vicky, young readers will visit planets, asteroid belts, and more. After returning safely from space, readers can continue their adventure by following along with hands-on experiments and activities at the back of the book.