Showing 1–18 of 18 books
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Bomb: The Race to Build- and Steal - the World's Most Dangerous Weapon
In December of 1938, a chemist in a German laboratory made a shocking discovery: When placed next to radioactive material, a Uranium atom split in two. That simple discovery launched a scientific race that spanned three continents.- Nonfiction
- Margaret A. Edwards Award 2020, Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults 2013
- ISBN: 9781596434875
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Dreamland (YA Edition): The True Tale of America's Opiate Epidemic
This YA adaptation depicts the opiate epidemic that is ruling the United States.- Nonfiction
- Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers 2020
- ISBN: 9781547601318
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Free Lunch
An honest and engrossing account of Ogle's sixth-grade year and his family's experience with poverty and its effect on their relationships. Ogle captures the voice and emotion of his sixth-grade self in this powerful story of trauma and resilience.- Nonfiction
- Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults 2020
- ISBN: 9781324003601
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Grand Theft Horse
Gail Raffu became an outlaw when she stole a horse she was part owner of, Urgent Envoy, because her partners wanted to race him to early and drug him to help him win. She battled the corrupt racing system for years to protect Urgent Envoy. -
The Great Nijinsky: God of Dance
With striking portraits and bold prose, Curlee details the life of the prodigal dancer Vaslav Nijinsky, who, unencumbered by sexuality and gender norms, rapidly ascended to stardom before tragically succumbing to mental illness. Curlee pushes the boundaries of the traditional young-adult biography with extravagant design and uncompromising frankness.- Nonfiction
- Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults 2020
- ISBN: 9781580898003
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High School
Critically acclaimed indie rock duo Tegan and Sara Quin lay bare their teenage experiences, the oscillating euphoria and scintillation of first love, the jarring process of finding one's identity, and early forays into making music in this gorgeous dual memoir.- Nonfiction
- Alex Awards 2020
- ISBN: 9780374169947
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A Light in the Darkness: Janusz Korczak, His Orphans, and the Holocaust
A heart-wrenching look at the history of the Warsaw Ghetto, told by comparing the philosophies of Doctor Janusz Korczak, a pediatrician-turned-orphanage-director who championed children's rights, and Adolf Hitler, a racist fanatic whose policies led to the murder and manipulation of children. This masterfully woven story is meticulously documented and asks tough, resonant questions about good and evil.- Nonfiction
- Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults 2020
- ISBN: 9781524701208
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Monstrous: The Lore, Gore, and Science Behind Your Favorite Monsters
Explore the real-world origins of eight popular monsters, including Dracula, werewolves, and Godzilla. Readers will learn how to separate monster fact from monster fiction, investigate detailed drawings of monster anatomy, and learn fun tips for everything from keeping a sea monster in your bathtub to recognizing blood-sucking animals.- Nonfiction
- Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers 2020
- ISBN: 9781512449167
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The Notorious Benedict Arnold: A True Adventure, Heroism, & Treachery
Most people know that Benedict Arnold was America's first, most notorious traitor. Few know that he was also one of its greatest Revolutionary War heroes.- Nonfiction
- Margaret A. Edwards Award 2020
- ISBN: 9781250024602
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Ordinary Hazards: A Memoir
Grimes' verse memoir traces her development through a tumultuous childhood as she finds her voice as a powerful storyteller. Themes of family, belonging, and identity combine to tell a story of faith and resilience.- Nonfiction
- Michael L. Printz Award 2020
- ISBN: 9781629798813
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The Port Chicago 50: Disaster, Mutiny, and the Fight for Civil Rights
The Port Chicago 50 is a fascinating story of the prejudice and injustice that faced black men and women in America's armed forces during World War II, and a nuanced look at those who gave their lives in service of a country where they lacked the most basic rights.- Nonfiction
- Margaret A. Edwards Award 2020
- ISBN: 9781250073495
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Shout
Laurie Halse Anderson's collection of poems about her turbulent childhood and teenage years, including her sexual assault by a trusted friend. Her battles and her bravery are revealed through emotionally-charged verses. Other topics addressed include drug experimentation, finding one's way, and forgiveness of self and others.- Nonfiction
- Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers 2020
- ISBN: 9780670012107
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Spooked! How a Radio Broadcast and The War of the Worlds Sparked the 1938 Invasion of America
The 1938 radio broadcast of War of the Worlds sent people into a panic, causing some people to flee their homes to save themselves from the perceived Martian invasion. When it was discovered that the broadcast was fiction, it called into question fake news and propaganda.- Nonfiction
- Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers 2020
- ISBN: 9781629797762
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The Stonewall Riots: Coming Out in the Streets
Explore the history of Stonewall through 50 “objects,” including protest signs, artifacts from the riots, photographs of participants, and newspaper articles describing the events of June 1969. An overview of LGBTQ+ activism prior to Stonewall culminates in a detailed account of the riots and their aftermath.- Nonfiction
- Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers 2020
- ISBN: 9781419737206
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A Thousand Sisters: The Heroic Airwomen of the Soviet Union in World War II
A thrilling, richly detailed account of the regiments of female Russian aviators who fought in World War II as pilots, mechanics, and navigators. Through extensive research, descriptive personal stories, and examples of overcoming misogynist social norms, this powerful account shows the bravery and camaraderie needed to change history.- Nonfiction
- Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults 2020
- ISBN: 9780062453013
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Torpedoed: The True Story of the World War II Sinking of “The Children's Ship"
In 1940, the passenger ship City of Benares set sail from Britain, carrying 200 passengers, many of them children hoping to escape the ravages of war. Before they could reach safety, the ship was struck by a torpedo, and a tragic race to save the passengers began. Cinematic language, extensive back matter, archival photos and dramatic illustrations bring this suspenseful and devastating story to life.- Nonfiction
- Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults 2020
- ISBN: 9781627795548
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We Are Displaced: My Journey and Stories From Refugee Girls Around the World
This title features Malala's and others' experiences as young people displaced by war and violence. Their tales remind readers that many people around the world have been uprooted from the lives they knew and are struggling to be heard.- Nonfiction
- Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers 2020
- ISBN: 9780316523646
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Will My Cat Eat My Eyeballs?: Big Questions from Tiny Mortals about Death
Written by a mortician in question and answer chapters, this book explores some of the more icky and intriguing questions about human corpses. With a perfect amount of snark and lighthearted illustrations, this book is a fun (if morbid) read for anyone.- Nonfiction
- Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers 2020
- ISBN: 9780393652703