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Rick

Gino, Alex,


Eleven-year-old Rick Ramsey has generally gone along with everybody, just not making waves, even though he is increasingly uncomfortable with his father's jokes about girls, and his best friend's explicit talk about sex; but now in middle school he discovers the Rainbow Spectrum club, where kids of many genders and identities can express themselves--and maybe among them he can find new friends and discover his own identity, which may just be to opt out of sex altogether.
Date Published:2020

Eleven-year-old Rick Ramsey has generally gone along with everybody, just not making waves, even though he is increasingly uncomfortable with his father's jokes about girls, and his best friend's explicit talk about sex; but now in middle school he discovers the Rainbow Spectrum club, where kids of many genders and identities can express themselves--and maybe among them he can find new friends and discover his own identity, which may just be to opt out of sex altogether.

Date Published:2020

Being Jazz : my life as a (transgender) teen

Jennings, Jazz,


Teen activist and trailblazer Jazz Jennings--named one of "The 25 most influential teens" of the year by Time--shares her very public transgender journey, as she inspires people to accept the differences in others while they embrace their own truths.
Date Published:2016

Melissa

Gino, Alex,


SOGI = sexual orientation gender identity. Previously published as George. Includes After Words : bonus content, interviews, and interactivity inside. "When people look at Melissa, they think they see a boy named George. But she knows she's not a boy. She knows she's a girl. Melissa thinks she'll have to keep this a secret forever. Then her teacher announces that their class play is going to be Charlotte's Web. Melissa really, really, REALLY wants to play Charlotte. But the teacher says she can't even try out for the part ... because she's a boy. With the help of her best friend, Kelly, Melissa comes up with a plan. Not just so she can be Charlotte -- but so everyone can know who she is, once and for all."--
Date Published:2022

SOGI = sexual orientation gender identity. Previously published as George. Includes After Words : bonus content, interviews, and interactivity inside. "When people look at Melissa, they think they see a boy named George. But she knows she's not a boy. She knows she's a girl. Melissa thinks she'll have to keep this a secret forever. Then her teacher announces that their class play is going to be Charlotte's Web. Melissa really, really, REALLY wants to play Charlotte. But the teacher says she can't even try out for the part ... because she's a boy. With the help of her best friend, Kelly, Melissa comes up with a plan. Not just so she can be Charlotte -- but so everyone can know who she is, once and for all."--

Date Published:2022

I want to back to normal life : Covid-19.


What is Covid, and how does it affect you?
Date Published:2020

The glass castle : a memoir

Walls, Jeannette.


Dysfunctional families - alcoholism. Jeannette and her siblings struggle to live with parents who can't take care of them properly.
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Comment capturer un bonhomme de neige

Wallace, Adam,


Traduction de: How to catch a snowman. Capturer un bonhomme de neige n’est pas aussi facile que vous l’imaginez! Vous aurez besoin d’écharpes, de pelles, de skis et de boules à neige! Soyez prudents, on ne sait jamais ce que ces créatures nous réservent.
Date Published:2021

The hate u give

Thomas, Angie,


"Sixteen-year-old Starr Carter moves between two worlds: the poor neighborhood where she lives and the fancy suburban prep school she attends. The uneasy balance between these worlds is shattered when Starr witnesses the fatal shooting of her childhood best friend Khalil at the hands of a police officer. Khalil was unarmed. Soon afterward, his death is a national headline. Some are calling him a thug, maybe even a drug dealer and a gangbanger. Protesters are taking to the streets in Khalil's name. Some cops and the local drug lord try to intimidate Starr and her family. What everyone wants to know is: what really went down that night? And the only person alive who can answer that is Starr. But what Starr does or does not say could upend her community. It could also endanger her life"--
Date Published:2017

"Sixteen-year-old Starr Carter moves between two worlds: the poor neighborhood where she lives and the fancy suburban prep school she attends. The uneasy balance between these worlds is shattered when Starr witnesses the fatal shooting of her childhood best friend Khalil at the hands of a police officer. Khalil was unarmed. Soon afterward, his death is a national headline. Some are calling him a thug, maybe even a drug dealer and a gangbanger. Protesters are taking to the streets in Khalil's name. Some cops and the local drug lord try to intimidate Starr and her family. What everyone wants to know is: what really went down that night? And the only person alive who can answer that is Starr. But what Starr does or does not say could upend her community. It could also endanger her life"--

Date Published:2017

Hooky : Volume 3

Tur, Miriam Bonastre


"Lettering by Natalie Fondriest"--Copyright page. "A digital version of Hooky was originally published on Webtoon in 2015"--Copyright page. The thrilling, heartfelt finale to the New York Times bestselling Hooky series, based on the beloved WEBTOON comic. Reeling from three years of anti-magic rule under the king--and three years disconnected from twin witches Dani and Dorian--Princess Monica, Nico, Damien, and Prince William know that it is now their responsibility to save the kingdom, and their friends, before darkness prevails. Determined to uncover the circumstances of Dorian's disappearance and rescue reigning Queen of the Witches Dani from her mysterious curse, the group comes together for one final, epic adventure. On a mission that takes them across the kingdom, friendships are tested, romances bloom, and the past holds the key to their future. Dorian, Dani, and all the witches and non-magical people of the kingdom must decide once and for all: Who will they be, and will they use their power and influence for good?
Date Published:2023

"Lettering by Natalie Fondriest"--Copyright page. "A digital version of Hooky was originally published on Webtoon in 2015"--Copyright page. The thrilling, heartfelt finale to the New York Times bestselling Hooky series, based on the beloved WEBTOON comic. Reeling from three years of anti-magic rule under the king--and three years disconnected from twin witches Dani and Dorian--Princess Monica, Nico, Damien, and Prince William know that it is now their responsibility to save the kingdom, and their friends, before darkness prevails. Determined to uncover the circumstances of Dorian's disappearance and rescue reigning Queen of the Witches Dani from her mysterious curse, the group comes together for one final, epic adventure. On a mission that takes them across the kingdom, friendships are tested, romances bloom, and the past holds the key to their future. Dorian, Dani, and all the witches and non-magical people of the kingdom must decide once and for all: Who will they be, and will they use their power and influence for good?

Date Published:2023

Curious about pandas

Hansen, Amy,


Includes glossary. Life as a panda -- Panda behavior -- Panda families -- Bear sizes. "Why are pandas black and white? Spark elementary-age readers' natural curiosity about wild animals with an inquiry-based nonfiction approach to pandas. Black and white and round all over! With adorable features, who can resist a panda? These snow-loving bears spend the majority of their time eating bamboo and sleeping. Their unique coloring may help them hide in the shadows and snow. With an engaging Q&A format, curious elementary kids will learn about the giant panda's eating habits, forest habitat, behavior, and family life. Simple infographics call out stats and support visual learning. A Stay Curious! feature models research skills and doubles as a mini media literacy lesson. Includes a table of contents, glossary, and index"--Provided by the publisher.
Date Published:2023

Includes glossary. Life as a panda -- Panda behavior -- Panda families -- Bear sizes. "Why are pandas black and white? Spark elementary-age readers' natural curiosity about wild animals with an inquiry-based nonfiction approach to pandas. Black and white and round all over! With adorable features, who can resist a panda? These snow-loving bears spend the majority of their time eating bamboo and sleeping. Their unique coloring may help them hide in the shadows and snow. With an engaging Q&A format, curious elementary kids will learn about the giant panda's eating habits, forest habitat, behavior, and family life. Simple infographics call out stats and support visual learning. A Stay Curious! feature models research skills and doubles as a mini media literacy lesson. Includes a table of contents, glossary, and index"--Provided by the publisher.

Date Published:2023

All boys aren't blue : a memoir-manifesto

Johnson, George M. (George Matthew), 1985-


Introduction: Black. Queer. Here -- A different kid. Smile ; Identity ; "Honeychild" ; Fags play football, too ; "Honest Abe" lied to me ; You can't swim in cowboy boots -- Family. Dear little brother ; Nanny: the caregiver, the hustler, my best friend ; Daddy's second chance ; Losing hope ; Dear Mommy ; A lesson before dying -- Teenagers. Boys will be boys ; The prom kings we never were ; Setting myself free or setting myself up? -- Friends. Caught in a haze ; Losing my virginity twice ; Don't know why I didn't call -- Afterword: All boys aren't blue. In a series of personal essays, prominent journalist and LGBTQIA+ activist George M. Johnson explores his childhood, adolescence, and college years in New Jersey and Virginia. From the memories of getting his teeth kicked out by bullies at age five, to flea marketing with his loving grandmother, to his first sexual relationships, this young-adult memoir weaves together the trials and triumphs faced by Black queer boys.
Date Published:2020

Introduction: Black. Queer. Here -- A different kid. Smile ; Identity ; "Honeychild" ; Fags play football, too ; "Honest Abe" lied to me ; You can't swim in cowboy boots -- Family. Dear little brother ; Nanny: the caregiver, the hustler, my best friend ; Daddy's second chance ; Losing hope ; Dear Mommy ; A lesson before dying -- Teenagers. Boys will be boys ; The prom kings we never were ; Setting myself free or setting myself up? -- Friends. Caught in a haze ; Losing my virginity twice ; Don't know why I didn't call -- Afterword: All boys aren't blue. In a series of personal essays, prominent journalist and LGBTQIA+ activist George M. Johnson explores his childhood, adolescence, and college years in New Jersey and Virginia. From the memories of getting his teeth kicked out by bullies at age five, to flea marketing with his loving grandmother, to his first sexual relationships, this young-adult memoir weaves together the trials and triumphs faced by Black queer boys.

Date Published:2020

Beyond magenta : transgender teens speak out

Kuklin, Susan,


Transgender - teens "American Library Association Stonewall Honor Book" - cover Spectrum. Jessy : the house of my soul ; Christina : every girl is different ; Mariah : the real deal ; Cameron : variables ; Nat : something else -- Lifeline. Luke : untouchable -- Notes and resources. About the Callen-Lorde community health center ; Q & A with Dr. Manel Silva ; About Proud Theater. "Author and photographer Susan Kuklin met and interviewed six transgender or gender-neutral young adults and used her considerable skills to represent them thoughtfully and respectfully before, during, and after their personal acknowledgment of gender preference. Portraits, family photographs, and candid images grace the pages, augmenting the emotional and physical journey each youth has taken. Each honest discussion and disclosure, whether joyful or heartbreaking, is completely different from the other because of family dynamics, living situations, gender, and the transition these teens make in recognition of their true selves."--Amazon.com, viewed February 12, 2014.
Date Published:2014

Transgender - teens "American Library Association Stonewall Honor Book" - cover Spectrum. Jessy : the house of my soul ; Christina : every girl is different ; Mariah : the real deal ; Cameron : variables ; Nat : something else -- Lifeline. Luke : untouchable -- Notes and resources. About the Callen-Lorde community health center ; Q & A with Dr. Manel Silva ; About Proud Theater. "Author and photographer Susan Kuklin met and interviewed six transgender or gender-neutral young adults and used her considerable skills to represent them thoughtfully and respectfully before, during, and after their personal acknowledgment of gender preference. Portraits, family photographs, and candid images grace the pages, augmenting the emotional and physical journey each youth has taken. Each honest discussion and disclosure, whether joyful or heartbreaking, is completely different from the other because of family dynamics, living situations, gender, and the transition these teens make in recognition of their true selves."--Amazon.com, viewed February 12, 2014.

Date Published:2014

Yolk

Choi, Mary H. K.,


Struggling with emotional problems and an eating disorder, Jayne, a Korean American college student living in New York City, is estranged from her accomplished older sister June, until June gets cancer.
Date Published:2021

The Bad Habit (French) : Berenstain Bears (French)


Originally released by Nelvana, 2004. Streaming video file encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on May 05, 2015. Discover in this French language version why Sister bites her nails. The Bear family tries many methods to stop her, but nothing works until Brother learns Sister is worried about her math skills. He teaches her fractions and ends the bad habit.
Date Published:2004

Bunnybear

Loney, Andrea J.,


Sexual Orientation Gender Identity "Although Bunnybear was born a bear, he feels more like a bunny. He loves to bounce through the forest, wiggle his nose, and munch on strawberries. The other bears don't understand him, and neither do the bunnies. Will Bunnybear ever find a friend who likes him just the way he is? "--
Date Published:2016

Holly the flying horse

Lockhart, Melody,


"It's the holiday season and Starfall Forest looks even more magical than ever! Kat is looking forward to spending her winter vacation looking after enchanted creatures with Rosie. But Rosie seems to have a new best friend. When they discover a flying horse caught in a trap, Kat is suspicious. Does Rosie's mysterious new friend have something to do with it?"-- Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2026

Blaze the phoenix

Lockhart, Melody,


"Rosie is sick of being treated like a kid. She wishes that she could grow up so that adults would take her more seriously! But when Rosie and Kat venture into the forest to find a poorly, time-turning Phoenix, she learns to be careful what you wish for. Time is being reversed and all the enchanted creatures of Starfall Forest are turning into babies. Rosie and Kate find themselves responsible for a hospital full of animals in need ... and a whole crowd of cheeky, lovable baby vets!"-- Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2026

"Rosie is sick of being treated like a kid. She wishes that she could grow up so that adults would take her more seriously! But when Rosie and Kat venture into the forest to find a poorly, time-turning Phoenix, she learns to be careful what you wish for. Time is being reversed and all the enchanted creatures of Starfall Forest are turning into babies. Rosie and Kate find themselves responsible for a hospital full of animals in need ... and a whole crowd of cheeky, lovable baby vets!"-- Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2026

The pants project

Clarke, Cat,


Technically, Olivia is not a girl, even though he was born as a girl. He's transgender. Liv knows he was always meant to be a boy. But at Bankridge Middle School, the dress code means he can't wear pants. Only skirts. So Operation: Pants Project begins! To Liv, this isn't just a mission to change the policy. It's a mission to change his life. And that's a pretty big deal.
Date Published:2019

Identical

Hopkins, Ellen.


A novel written in poems. Sixteen-year-old identical twin daughters of a district court judge and a candidate for the United States House of Representatives, Kaeleigh and Raeanne Gardella desperately struggle with secrets that have already torn them and their family apart.
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Fire horse

Siamon, Sharon.


Meg, Alison and Becky are alone at Mustang Mountain Ranch, after an accident puts Becky's mother in the hospital. As a forest fire rages around them, they must depend on their ingenuity and the help of a wild mustang stallion to save themselves and the horses.
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Plant and animal cells : understanding the differences between plant and animal cells

Yablonski, Judy.



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