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|  | Let the Circle Be Unbroken by Lynne Thigpen, Mildred D. Taylor
Set in 1935 in the midst of the Great Depression, this is the story of the Logan family. The children--Cassie, Stacey, Christopher-John, and Little Man--are beginning to experience life beyond the safe and loving circle of their family. As African Americans, all the Logans must deal with racism and watch, almost powerless, as their friend T.J. is charged with murder and tried by an all-white jury. Have Big Ma, Mama, and Papa Logan taught their children the pride and self respect they need to survive? AUTHOR: Lynne Thigpen, Mildred D. Taylor
PUBLISHER: Penguin Putnam Books for Young Readers
FORMAT: Hardcover
CATEGORY: Non-Fiction 
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 | Active Learning by Mel Silberman
Enliven your middle school, high school, college, or adult classroom with 101 active learning strategies that can be used to teach virtually any subject. 'Active Learning' contains the most comprehensive collection of active learning techniques ever published. Each strategy is described with clear, step-by-step instructions. If you are committed to making learning active, but occasionally run out of steam, this is the book to get you back on track with fresh ideas and innovative strategies. And if you are just starting off, this book is the perfect introduction. AUTHOR: Mel Silberman
PUBLISHER: Allyn & Bacon, Incorporated
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Non-Fiction
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 | The Indians of New Jersey by M. R. Harrington
This is a story of the Lenape Indians - hunters, fishers, artisans-who lived in the hills and barrens, rivers and forests of New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania. AUTHOR: M. R. Harrington
PUBLISHER: Rutgers University Press
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Non-Fiction
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 | Coyote Steals the Blanket by Janet Stevens
Coyote receives his comeuppance when he tries to take something that does not belong to him. AUTHOR: Janet Stevens
PUBLISHER: Holiday House, Incorporated
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Non-Fiction
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 | New Owner's Guide to Labrador Retrievers by Mary Feazell
A new owner's guide to Labrador Retrievers. AUTHOR: Mary Feazell
PUBLISHER: T F H Publications, Incorporated
FORMAT: Hardcover
CATEGORY: Pets & Animals
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 | Homeschooling by Janie Levine Hellyer
With today's growing parental concern about safety, negative social pressures, and questionable teaching effectiveness in our nation's high schools, many parents are opting to teach their teenagers at home. With Homeschooling: The Teen Years as their guide, parents will discover it's not as daunting or difficult a task as they've been led to believe With real-life stories from dozens of families who have traveled the road successfully, this book reveals the adventure and rewards as well as the special challenges of working with this age group. From finding an alternative to the prom to deciding if a diploma is necessary, this book addresses the unique concerns raised by parents of homeschool teenagers, including: -- How parents and teens can work together to create unique learning experiences to suit the individual's needs and interests -- Traditional and innovative ideas for covering the core subjects normally taught in schools -- Exploring options for college and other postsecondary educational opportunities -- And much more! AUTHOR: Janie Levine Hellyer
PUBLISHER: Crown Publishing Group
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Non-Fiction
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