Cranston Public Library

"When the young amateur naturalist Charles Darwin boarded the HMS Beagle in 1831, he had no idea what lay in store on his five-year voyage across the world. Darwin was disenchanted, moved, scandalised and awestruck by the vast discoveries that he made on his journey. On his return, he wrote his famous and controversial theory on the evolution of species. This long, perilous exploration was a journey that changed a man, and in doing so, the course...

"Akiko has finally achieved her dream of becoming a manga artist! She's almost ready to fully immerse herself in the wonderful world of shoujo when Hidaka-sensei approaches her. Just what does he want?"--Provided by publisher.

Simple text and illustrations with lift-the-flaps introduce young readers to different creatures found in the ocean.

"A recollection, in graphic novel format, of the author's ambivalent feelings regarding motherhood while growing up, and an exploration of the imposition of motherhood on women as both an expectation and a path toward fulfillment"--

"Board books put images and words in the hands of young children who are eager to learn. Feed their curiosity and jump-start their education with the Mamas and Babies series of board books. Let Lake Mamas and Babies capture the interest of your family's youngest nature lovers, ages 0-5. The board book introduces 10 baby critters (and their moms!) commonly found near lakes across North America. Written by award-winning author, naturalist, and wildlife...

"Dounya Awada is a 24-year-old, devout Muslim, happy, healthy, and very much alive. But just a few years before, she nearly starved to death. Her struggle began when she was six years old. Little Dounya wanted nothing less than to be perfect, like her mother. She pushed herself hard every day, excelling in schoolwork and at home. She had to be the cutest, prettiest, smartest girl in the room. The slightest hint of imperfection led to meltdowns and...

"This illustrations-only book tells the story of our Red Willow People of Taos Pueblo in present-day northern New Mexico"--Back cover.

"Show Me History will show you the real man behind the myths! Known as the "Father of Our Country," George Washington lost his own father at the age of 11, was a surrogate father to Alexander Hamilton, and yet was never a father himself. In war and in peace, he left an unmistakable impression on his new nation in more ways than you know. George Washington: Soldier and Statesman! tells the story of the United States' first president-from his rise as...

"Shirley Chisholm was an outspoken and brave political figure and activist whose work has inspired generations to dare to fight for what's right. The chronology and themes of her life are presented in masterfully succinct text, with just a few sentences per page. The fresh, stylized illustrations are sure to captivate young readers and adults alike. With a read-aloud biographical summary in the back, this age-appropriate introduction honors the life...

A graphic exploration of significant people and events in U.S. history between 1800 and 1830, including the War of 1812 and the burning of Washington, D.C., by the British.