Display - Super Jobs!

By Fran Hodgkins

An introduction to the job of a photographer that examines the tasks that they perform including taking pictures, the tools that they use, and the education and skills required to be a successful photographer.

Spider-Man Versus Venom

Written by John Sazaklis

Illustrated by Andie Tong

Spider-Man has to stop Venom who is very strong, fast, and out for revenge.

The United States Army

By Michael Green

Provides an introduction to the history, organization, function, equipment, and future of the United States Army.

Avengers, Assemble!

Written by Tomas Palacios

Illustrated by Lee Garbett, John Lucas, and Lee Duhig

Introduces the members of the mighty superhero team, The Avengers--Tony Stark, or Iron Man; Bruce Banner, the Hulk; Thor; Steve Rogers, Captain America; Clint Barton, Hawkeye; Natasha Romanoff, the Black Widow; and Nick Fury of S.H.I.E.L.D.

Nuclear Energy

By Chris Oxtade

Readers will learn the history of the invention of nuclear energy in this title that includes information on the key players, the setbacks along the way, and the moments of discovery.

I Am the Hulk

Written by Acton Figueroa

Illustrated by James Goodridge

Life isn't easy for Bruce Banner. He used to be a scientist. Now, as the Hulk, he's become an experiment. Scientist study him. Soldiers pursue him. But nothing can stop the Hulk!

A Newspaper

By Melissa Gish

Introduces what a news room is like, who the people are that work to produce a newspaper, and how a paper is put together, printed, and delivered.

Superman: Escape From the Phantom Zone

Written by John Sazaklis

Illustrated by Steven E. Gordon

When General Zod and his followers break free from the Phantom Zone and seek their revenge, it is up to Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman to stop the criminals before it is too late.

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Review: Faker

Faker By Gordon Korman New York: Scholastic Press, 2024. Fiction. 214 pages. 12-year-old Trey is used to starting over at a new school -- he has the routine perfectly memorized: make new friends, introduce his dad to the wealthy parents of his new friends, and "Houdini" themselves out of there before they get caught running their latest scam. Trey's dad is a master con artist, and Trey has just been promoted to full-partner. Their new scheme for the next big score brings them to the affluent suburb of Boxelder, TN where Trey's dad has cooked up a fake electric car company for investors to buy into. The only problem is that Trey is starting to grow tired of moving around and never putting down roots, especially after forming a fast friendship with Logan and developing a crush on Kaylee, a socially conscious girl in his class. As Trey longs for a normal life, is there any way he can convince his dad to get out of the family business? Gordon Korman is a perennial favorit

Review: Life After Whale

Life After Whale Written by Lynn Brunelle Illustrated by Jason Chin New York: Holiday House, 2024. Informational. Have you ever wondered what happens after a whale dies? In this beautiful book, you'll discover what happens for years after a whale's death. The book begins by introducing the blue whale and talking a little about its life. It moves quickly on to a whale's death, where his body first falls to the very bottom of the ocean floor. You'll meet the scavengers, first big then smaller as the years progress that eat the whale's decomposing body until finally it is used as a food source for krill which are then eaten by blue whales. In addition to being an excellent resource to discussing the animal circle of life, this book is a work of art. Jason Chin's watercolor and gauche illustrations will have readers dissecting every detail and flipping through for a further look. Kids who love animal facts will be absolutely enthralled by this tale.

Five Faves: When Cultures Combine

None of us are just "one thing." All of us have several qualities that make us who we are and we have all had several people, and sometimes several cultures, influence who we've become. For some people, these differences are so significant that it can feel like they come from two different worlds. These books are all about celebrating what it's like to come from multiple cultures and claiming the many facets of what makes you "you!" Two New Years Written by Richard Ho Illustrated by Lynn Scurfield San Francisco: Chronicle Books, 2023. Picture Book. This multicultural family gets to celebrate the New Year multiple times. They celebrate Rosh Hashana in the fall and the Lunar New Year in the spring. The similarities and differences are explored in this picture book by showing Rosh Hashana and Lunar New Year's traditions on separate pages sometimes and at other times showing customs from both holidays nestled together. Reflecting the author's cultural an

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