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The glorious flight : across the Channel with Louis Bleriot, July 25, 1909
Provensen, Alice.
Paper Book
Winner of the Caldecott Medal, this stunningly illustrated book depicts Louis Bleriot's historic first cross-Channel flight.
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Ordinary, extraordinary Jane Austen : the story of six novels, three notebooks, a writing box, and one clever girl
Hopkinson, Deborah
Paper Book
A gorgeous and inspiring picture book biography of Jane Austen, one of the most beloved writers of all time, from award-winning author Deborah Hopkinson. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 4 to 6....
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Who was Roald Dahl?
Kelley, True.
Paper Book
Just in time for Roahl Dahl Month! Roald Dahl is one of the most famous children's book authors ever. Now in this Who Was . . . ? biography, children will learn of his real-life adventures. A flying ace for the British Air Force, he was married to an Academy Award-winning actress...
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Sa?nchez Vegara, Ma Isabel
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Amanda Gorman
Sánchez Vegara, Ma Isabel
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In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy best-selling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of Amanda Gorman, America's astounding young poet and activist. From an early age, Little Amanda read everything she could get her hands on...
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Mermaid Queen : the spectacular true story of Annette Kellerman, who swam her way to fame, fortune, & swimsuit history!
Corey, Shana.
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As a child growing up in Australia, AnnetteKellerman was a frail ugly duckling who dreamedof becoming a graceful ballerina. With pluck andcourage, she confronted a crippling illness--andcountless naysayers--to become an internationallyknown record-setting athlete who revolutionizedthe sport of...
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