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Title Authors Description OpenBook ID
Black bears Black bears Diana Star Helmer Describes the physical characteristics, habitats, and interactions with humans of black bears. OL1806052W
Brown bears Brown bears Diana Star Helmer Examines the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitats of the brown bear. OL1806053W
Give me liberty Give me liberty Diana Star Helmer Moses, an African-American slave boy, tells the story of his friendship with the son of the farm's master during the Revolutionary War. OL1806056W
Let's talk about having a new brother or sister Let's talk about having a new brother or sister Diana Star Helmer Helps the first-born child understand and deal with what happens when a new baby becomes part of the family. OL1806060W
Let's talk about when someone you love is in a nursing home Let's talk about when someone you love is in a nursing home Diana Star Helmer Discusses why someone would enter a nursing home, what nursing homes are like, and how to act when visiting someone there. OL1806062W
Panda bears Panda bears Diana Star Helmer Refers to the debate about whether or not pandas are bears; then discusses primarily the giant panda, its habitat, food source, reproduction, and relationship with humans. OL1806065W
Polar bears Polar bears Diana Star Helmer Provides a simple introduction to the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of polar bears. OL1806066W
The story of basketball The story of basketball Diana Star Helmer Traces the story of basketball from its invention to the present day, detailing innovations in the sport, the beginning of professional basketball, and the influences of race relations and women's ro… OL1806070W
The history of hockey The history of hockey Diana Star Helmer,Tom Owens Discusses the history of ice hockey in Canada and the United States from the 1800s to today, including its popularity, leagues, and notable players. OL23704149W
The history of baseball The history of baseball Diana Star Helmer,Tom Owens Provides an introduction to some of the key events in the development of the game that has become known as America's national pastime. OL23704150W
The history of soccer The history of soccer Diana Star Helmer,Tom Owens Traces the sport of soccer from its reputed origin to its current level of popularity, introducing its rules, governing bodies, roles for women, and international competitions. OL23704407W