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Karate / by Vink, Amanda,author.(CARDINAL)803603; PowerKids Press.(CARDINAL)648455;
Empty hands -- The history of Karate -- Inside the dojo -- Mindset -- Katas -- Strikes and kicks -- Sparring -- Competitive Karate -- Moving up -- The Karate community -- Glossary -- Index -- Websites.Accelerated Reader AR
Subjects: Karate; Martial arts;
Available copies: 6 / Total copies: 6
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Online activism : social change through social media / by Vink, Amanda,author.(CARDINAL)803603;
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Subjects: Internet; Social media; Political participation; Youth; Social media.; Youth.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Bees up close / by Vink, Amanda,author.(CARDINAL)803603;
An important job -- From egg to adult -- Parts of a bee -- The thorax -- The abdomen -- Collecting nectar -- Life in the colony -- Queen bees -- Drones -- Worker bees."Many people think bees are nuisances because they can sting. However, bees have a very important job to do. Bees pollinate our world. Without bees, we wouldn't have many of the foods we eat and many of the beautiful flowers we love. Up-close photographs show how interesting and beautiful bees are. Age-appropriate language allows readers to draw connections between the photographs and the text, which explores bees' life cycle and the habitats in which they live" -- Amazon.
Subjects: Bees; Bees; Bees;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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And we call it love / by Vink, Amanda,author.(CARDINAL)803603;
Clare and Zari are best friends. They write music together, go everywhere together, and they know everything about the other. At least they did before Zari started dating Dion. The more Zari falls for Dion, the less she has time for anything else. At first, Clare chalks it up to a new and exciting relationship, and she tries to be happy for her friend despite her loneliness. When Zari starts to show up to school with half-hidden bruises, Clare knows there's something darker about this relationship that has to be stopped.Ages 1-12.Reading grade level 3-4.500LAccelerated Reader AR
Subjects: Novels in verse.; Friendship; Female friendship; Dating (Social customs); Abusive men; Abused teenagers; Abused women; Young adult fiction.; Friendships.; Women's friendships.;
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 3
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Feeding a changing planet / by Vink, Amanda,author.(CARDINAL)803603;
One meal at a time -- The food industry -- Food distribution -- Food deserts -- Food's environmental cost -- The standard American diet -- Dietary choices -- Food activism -- Farming methods of the future -- What can you do?"As climate changes bring uncertain weather patterns and as Earth's population grows, it becomes increasingly important to figure out how to feed everyone. As Earth's greatest scientists and activists work on a viable solution, it's important for readers to realize that they can take action too! This text explores agricultural and distribution practices around the world as well as ideas to ensure everyone has proper nutrition. This book will help readers realize they can take an active role in changing the world for the better" --
Subjects: Food security; Food supply;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Dragonflies up close / by Vink, Amanda,author.(CARDINAL)803603;
"A dragonfly zooming by can be hard to see! That's why this text is perfect for young readers who would like to take a closer look at these extraordinary insects. Macro images show dragonflies in their natural environments and in action, and at-level text allows readers to connect key concepts. For example, you might be surprised to learn that a dragonfly has two separate sets of wings! Readers will learn all about a dragonfly's life cycle and habitat and discover how beautiful a dragonfly can be"--Accelerated Reader
Subjects: Illustrated works.; Instructional and educational works.; Readers (Publications); Dragonflies; Insects;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Education for all / by Vink, Amanda,author.;
Education: a right -- The history of education -- The great equalizer -- No access -- Education around the world -- School legislation in America -- Criticisms of the school system -- Technology and education: the good and the bad -- Beyond economics -- Fighting for education -- The right to make change -- Starting at home -- What else can you do? -- Being informed and getting involved."Today's world poses many challenges for its inhabitants. Social injustice and environmental issues are at the forefront in the news and in the minds of young people. This text explores a difficulty many people around the world face lack of access to quality education. By exploring this issue around the world, readers will learn about activists who are making positive changes and about the obstacles they have yet to overcome. It's a perfect reminder to young activists and everyday readers that they have the power to change the world" --
Subjects: Educational equalization; Education; Youth; Youth.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The simulated friend / by Vink, Amanda,author.; Gennari, Joel,illustrator.;
In order to identify a mysterious tapping heard in their classroom, the Power Coders use data analysis to find a new friend with skills they lack.Accelerated Reader AR
Subjects: Graphic novels.; Computer programming; Morse code; Friendship; Computer programming; Morse code; Friendship;
© 2019., PowerKids Press,
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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A peculiar sequence of events / by Vink, Amanda,author.; Gennari, Joel,illustrator.;
"A group of sixth-graders known as the Power Coders get stuck, along with a bully, in a time loop and must use their knowledge of coding to break free." -- (Source of summary not specified)Accelerated Reader AR
Subjects: Graphic novels.; Computer programming; Computer programming; Bullying;
© 2019., PowerKids Press,
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Our Minecraft unicorn / by Vink, Amanda,author.(CARDINAL)803603; Gennari, Joel,illustrator.(CARDINAL)792852;
While mentoring a group of younger children at a local museum, the Power Coders recognize a chance to spread their programming knowledge to others. A medieval unicorn tapestry, coding skills, and a fascination with Minecraft come together in this inspiring and humorous narrative. The Power Coders and their young friends must complete a project about the unicorn. Naturally, the Power Coders decide to get coding. They guide the younger kids in understanding Minecraft mods and how to debug a program. This turns out to be the perfect way to encourage a reluctant girl who's more interested in Minecraft than art or coding.530LAccelerated Reader AR
Subjects: Comics (Graphic works); Fiction.; Graphic novels.; Computer programming; Friendship; Minecraft (Game); Friendships.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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