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Last updated December 15, 2008
This unique online bibliography features anticipated bestsellers, either recently published or forthcoming, published by CBC member publishers. Hot Off the Press listings include title, author, illustrator, a brief summary (supplied by the publisher), grade level range, ISBN, price, publisher, and publication date. Best of all, you will find out about these books here before you can find them on bookstore shelves.
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Does This Book Make Me Look Fat?
by Marissa Walsh, editor
A stellar lineup of contributors weigh in about body image in these moving works of fiction and nonfiction.
Grade level: 7 & up
ISBN: 978-547-01496-8
Price: $16.00
Clarion Books |
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Energy for the Future
by Helen Orme
How can we develop clean, renewable sources of energy and reduce our dependence on fossil fuels? Energy for the Future clearly presents the pros and cons of alternative energy sources-from wind, water, and solar power to bio-fuels, hydrogen fuel cells, and nuclear power. A section in the back of the book will inspire young environmentalists by suggesting ways they can help protect their planet.
"Packed with sharp color photos that will attract browsers, this handsome title will provide a solid first stop for students new to the subject of renewable energy."
- Booklist
Grade level: 2-7
ISBN: 978-1-59716-727-7
Price: $18.95
Bearport Publishing |
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I'll Pass for Your Comrade
Women Soldiers in the Civil War
by Anita Silvey
Draws on diaries, letters, and contemporary accounts to describe the women who served the Union and Confederate cause.
Grade level: 6 & up
ISBN: 978-0-618-57491-9
Price: $17.00
Clarion Books |
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Journey of a Pioneer
by Patricia J. Murphy
illustrated by Peter Dennis
What was it like to be a pioneer? Join Olivia and her family on their exciting journey along the Oregon Trail.
Grade level: 1-3
ISBN: 9780756640040
DK Publishing
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Living Green
by Gary D. Schmidt
illustrated by Barry Moser
From hybrid cars to energy-efficient light bulbs, the green movement has generated interest in lifestyle changes that help preserve and protect the environment. Living Green pairs easy-to-read text with vibrant photos to engage kids as they explore ways to maintain our natural resources for future generations. A section in the back of the book will inspire young environmentalists by suggesting ways they can help protect their planet.
Grade level: 2-7
ISBN: 978-1-59716-728-4
Price: $18.95
Bearport Publishing
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Racecar Driver's Night Before Christmas
by Una Belle Townsend
illustrated by Rick Anderson
Race fans are in for a holiday treat when a strange car pulls up for a special Christmas Eve race. It's covered in lights and tinsel and smells of pine, and the driver is Santa. He outraces the best and leaves presents of pistons and brakes behind for the drivers.
Grade level: All
ISBN: 9781589805651
Price: $15.95 (HB) $8.95 (PB)
Pelican Publishers |
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