New Titles

IT technician

Davidson, B. Keith, 1982-,


"A Crabtree branches book"--Title page. "An IT, or Information Technology, technician installs and repairs the electronic devices we use every day to connect with the world. They need to have an understanding of how these technologies work and how they interact with software. If this sounds like the career for you, this book lays out the skills you will need to learn to become an IT technician"--
Date Published:2022

Construction manager

Davidson, B. Keith, 1982-,


"A Crabtree branches book"--Title page. "Construction managers oversee the building of houses, shopping centers, and office buildings. They need to be able to manage many tasks at once and deal daily with many different kinds of workers on construction jobsites. If this sounds like the career for you, this book lays out the skills you will need to learn to become a construction manager"--
Date Published:2022

Web developer

Davidson, B. Keith, 1982-,


"Web developers help people connect around the world by designing the web pages we look at every day on the Internet. They must be good at logic and have an understanding of computer language to write code that tells a website how to function. If this sounds like the career for you, this book lays out the skills you will need to learn to become a web developer"--
Date Published:2022

Legal assistant

Hicks, Kelli L.,


Includes index. "A Crabtree Branches book." It's the law -- A legal team -- Where do I start? -- Special skills -- What a challenge! -- How much do I make? -- Making a difference. "A legal assistant has knowledge of the law, and works with lawyers to help research, organize, and communicate with clients. They need strong communication skills and be detail oriented. If this sounds like the career for you, this book lays out the skills you will need to learn to become a legal assistant"--
Date Published:2022

Includes index. "A Crabtree Branches book." It's the law -- A legal team -- Where do I start? -- Special skills -- What a challenge! -- How much do I make? -- Making a difference. "A legal assistant has knowledge of the law, and works with lawyers to help research, organize, and communicate with clients. They need strong communication skills and be detail oriented. If this sounds like the career for you, this book lays out the skills you will need to learn to become a legal assistant"--

Date Published:2022

Cosmetologist

Hicks, Kelli L.,


Includes bibliographical references and index. "Whether in a salon, shop, or spa, there are many jobs in the field of cosmetology. If you have always been interested in hairstyles and being creative with make-up and nails, this may be the field for you. This book lays out the skills you will need to learn to become a cosmetologist"--
Date Published:2022

Landscape designer

Hicks, Kelli L.,


"A landscape designer is a person who plans the plants, water features, lighting, and trees to make outdoor spaces that are attractive and functional. They need to be knowledgeable about soil and climate, as well as be creative and detail oriented. If this sounds like the career for you, this book lays out the skills you will need to learn to become a landscape designer"--
Date Published:2022

A fish out of water

Palmer, Helen


When a little boy overfeeds his new pet goldfish, the fish grows to be quite a problem, and only Mr. Carp, the pet shop owner, can save the day for the boy and his pet.
Date Published:1989

Summer

Low, Alice.


A little story about all the strange and wonderful delights of the outdoors in summer.
Date Published:1963

The Wizard of Oz

Baum, L. Frank (Lyman Frank), 1856-1919.


After a cyclone transports her to the land of Oz, Dorothy must seek out the great Wizard in order to return to Kansas.
Date Published:2009

Days to celebrate : a full year of poetry, people, holidays, history, fascinating facts and more

Hopkins, Lee Bennett.


Provides a listing of events, births of famous people, and holidays, with information and poetry about the twelve months of the year.
Date Published:2005

Guinness World Records, 2023


Presents the biggest, smallest, fastest, longest, and other record setters for 2022 in the categories of space, Earth, animals, humans, fantastic feats, science and technology, arts and media, and sports.
Date Published:2022

Afia in the land of wonders

Araujo, Mia, 1986-,


Sixteen-year-old Afia leaves her beloved twin sister to embark on a journey of self-discovery in a magical land with a beguiling queen and dangers untold.
Date Published:2025

Hurricane rescue

Rajan, Rekha S.,


The Jackson family travels to Texas, where a hurricane is heading down the coast, and there are animals, wildlife, and people in danger--but first they have to ride out the storm at a local shelter.
Date Published:2024

Blizzard rescue

Rajan, Rekha S.,


The Jackson family rush to Minnesota where a blizzard is putting both people and animals in danger from freezing temperatures, and blinding snow.
Date Published:2024

Going down home with Daddy

Lyons, Kelly Starling,


Alan looks forward to the annual family reunion at the farm where Daddy grew up, but everyone is supposed to share something special and Alan worries about arriving with empty hands.
Date Published:2019

Reflection : a twisted tale

Lim, Elizabeth,


When Captain Shang is mortally wounded by Shan Yu in battle, Mulan must travel to the Underworld, Diyu, in order to save him from certain death. But King Yama, the ruler of Diyu, is not willing to give Shang up easily.
Date Published:2018

Nina under arrest : a Birmingham Children's Crusade survival story

Butler-Ngugi, Anitra,


"It's May 1963, and twelve-year-old Nina Norris is answering a call from civil rights leaders in Birmingham, Alabama. Black Americans are demanding the right to vote, but adults who protest risk losing their jobs. So, children are protesting in their place. As Nina prepares for her day, she knows she will likely be arrested and put in jail, but it's a price she is willing to pay so that all people can have a say in their government. Readers can learn the real story of the Birmingham Children's Crusade from the nonfiction back matter in this Girls Survive story. A glossary, discussion questions, and writing prompts are also provided"--
Date Published:2023

"It's May 1963, and twelve-year-old Nina Norris is answering a call from civil rights leaders in Birmingham, Alabama. Black Americans are demanding the right to vote, but adults who protest risk losing their jobs. So, children are protesting in their place. As Nina prepares for her day, she knows she will likely be arrested and put in jail, but it's a price she is willing to pay so that all people can have a say in their government. Readers can learn the real story of the Birmingham Children's Crusade from the nonfiction back matter in this Girls Survive story. A glossary, discussion questions, and writing prompts are also provided"--

Date Published:2023

Dark life

Falls, Kat.


When fifteen-year-old Ty, who has always lived on the ocean floor, joins Topside girl Gemma in the frontier's underworld to seek and stop outlaws who threaten his home, they learn that the government may pose an even greater threat.
Date Published:2010

The black stallion

Farley, Walter


The story of the understanding and love between a boy and a magnificent wild horse and the adventures and dangers they shared.
Date Published:2016

The cat in the hat

Seuss, Dr.


A zany but well-meaning cat brings a cheerful, exotic, and exuberant form of chaos to a household of two young children one rainy day while their mother is out.
Date Published:2007