BOOK TALK - May 2021 - Bermuda National Library

BOOK TALK

  May 2021

Book Talk
PICTURE BOOKS
Brown, Karamo. I am perfectly designed. Told in two voices, as a father and son share a
nostalgic day, the father reminds his son he has all that it takes to explore and succeed in the
world. New York: Henry Holt and Company, 2019. P BRO
Buehner, Caralyn. Snowmen at Halloween. After a Halloween snowfall, a pair of children build
some snowmen and imagine the snowmen's nighttime adventures. New York: Dial Books for
Young Readers, ©2019. P BUE
Deenihan, Jamie L. B.. When grandma gives you a lemon tree. In this imaginative take on that
popular saying, a child is surprised (and disappointed) to receive a lemon tree from Grandma for
her birthday. But when she follows the narrator's careful--and funny--instructions, she discovers
that the tree might be exactly what she wanted after all. This clever story, complete with a recipe
for lemonade, celebrates the pleasures of patience, hard work, nature, community... and putting
down the electronic devices just for a while. New York, N.Y.: Sterling Children's Books, 2019. P
DEE
Markle, Sandra. Hush up and hibernate. Winter is coming and it's time for black bears to
hibernate; however, a black bear cub is making excuses to Mama Bear to try to avoid the
inevitable. Sandy Hook: Persnickety Press, 2018. P MAR
Meomi. The Octonauts explore the great big ocean. One day, Tunip wonders where he and the
rest of the Vegimals originally came from. The Octonauts set off on an exciting mission to
search all the wonderful and unusual underwater habitats. Will Tunip ever find somewhere truly
special to call "home"? London: HarperCollins Children's Books, 2018. P MEO
Renaud, Anne. The boy who invented the Popsicle: the cool science behind Frank
Epperson's famous frozen treat. A curious child who always knew he wanted to be an inventor
when he grew up, Frank spent much of his youth experimenting in his basement laboratory --
mixing and measuring, testing and inspecting, studying and scrutinizing. The science
experiments that young Frank performs in the story are interweaved throughout the narrative of
how he invented the popsicle, so readers can experiment right along with him. At the end of the
book are additional historical notes about Frank and his invention, along with photos and a
bibliography. Toronto, ON: Kids Can Press, ©2019. P REN
Roe, Mechal Renee. Happy hair. A visual and rhyming celebration of African-American girls'
hair. New York: Doubleday Books for Young Readers, 2019. P ROE
Verde, Susan. I am one: a book of action. One child who wants to make a difference joins with
another and, through a series of simple actions and others' help, succeeds in making the world a
better place. Includes a mindfulness exercise and notes about the importance of taking one first
step. New York: Abrams Books for Young Readers, 2020. P VER

INTERMEDIATE
Colfer, Chris. A tale of magic…. Fourteen-year-old Brystal Evergreen risks everything by
opposing her kingdom's repression of women, but Madame Weatherberry, seeing her potential,
invites her to a school where she hopes to change the world's perception of magic. New York:
Little, Brown and Company, 2019. I COL
Ortega, Claribel. Ghost squad. For Lucely Luna, ghosts are more than just the family business.
Shortly before Halloween, Lucely and her best friend, Syd, cast a spell that accidentally awakens
malicious spirits, wreaking havoc throughout St. Augustine. Together, they must join forces with
Syd's witch grandmother, Babette, and her tubby tabby, Chunk, to fight the haunting head-on and
reverse the curse to save the town and Lucely's firefly spirits before it's too late. New York, NY:
Scholastic Press, ©2020. I ORT
Redman, Jess. Quintessence. Middle-schooler Alma Lucas goes on a quest to return a fallen star
to the sky, and along the way discovers friendship, magic, and the strength of her own soul. New
York: Farrar Straus Giroux, 2020. I RED

YOUNG ADULT
Horikoshi, Kohei. My hero academia. Vol. 11, end of the beginning, beginning of the end.
After Bakugo's abduction by the League of Villains, Midoriya and his friends set out on a rescue
mission that eventually pulls in not only All Might but also several other heroes! The casualties
are already mounting when All for One, the only villain powerful enough to take on All Might
head-to-head and possibly win, appears! San Francisco, CA: VIZ Media, LLC 2020. YA 741.5
H
Horikoshi, Kohei. My hero academia. Vol. 13, a talk about your quirk. After making it
through the first part of the Provisional Licensing Exam, the students of Class 1-A ready
themselves for the next phase, which takes place in a simulated disaster area. Midoriya and his
friends have to rescue as many victims as they can, and although the students of rival Shiketsu
High are technically supposed to be helping, competition between them is fierce and even
dangerous! As the scenario unfolds and villains arrive to shake things up, the U.A. students will
have to find new ways to work with each other and make use of their quirks. San Francisco, CA:
VIZ Media, LLC 2018. YA 741.5 H
Horikoshi, Kohei. My hero academia. Vol. 14, Overhaul. After Bakugo's abduction by the
League of Villains, Midoriya and his friends set out on a rescue mission that eventually pulls in
not only All Might but also several other heroes! The casualties are already mounting when All
for One, the only villain powerful enough to take on All Might head-to-head and possibly win,
appears! San Francisco, CA: VIZ Media, LLC 2018. YA 741.5 H

NON-FICTION
Abazov, Rafis. Tajikistan. Dominated by mountains, the rugged nation of Tajikistan has a
striking landscape that readers are able to examine in beautiful detail in the pages of this
informative guide to one of Central Asia's most unique countries. Stunning photographs and
helpful maps accompany main text and sidebars that highlight Tajikistan's government, history,
geography, and culture. As readers discover what life is like in Tajikistan, they're introduced to
new languages and even new cuisines, with fun recipes adding an engaging, hands-on
component to this multicultural learning experience. New York: Cavendish Square, 2021. 958.6
A
Beliaev, Edward. Dagestan. Dagestan is technically part of Russia, but it has a culture all its
own. Readers discover the unique culture of Dagestan and how it differs from Russia in this
informative look at a part of the world most people know little about. Essential information about
religion in the region and the history and political structure of this part of the world are coupled
with fun facts about holidays, the arts, and food. In fact, easy-to-follow recipes are even included
to bring what they've learned into the kitchen. Full-colour photographs and maps add an
engaging visual component to this learning experience. New York: Cavendish Square, 2021.
947.52 B
Bridgman, Roger Francis. 1,000 inventions and discoveries. Dip into this illustrated account of
key inventions and discoveries, listed year by year, with intriguing facts about each invention
and the person (or people) who invented it. From the prehistoric hunting tools our early ancestors
used to the modern-day smartphones that connect the entire planet, this book provides a
fascinating tour through the history of humankind's inventions and discoveries. New York: DK,
2020. 609 B
Burgan, Michael. Weapons technology: science, technology, engineering. Learn about the
history of weapons technology and find out what it takes to make it in this exciting career field.
New York, NY: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc., ©2017. 623.4 B
Capek, Michael. Civil War causes. This title examines the issues and events that tore the nation
in two and caused the Civil War. Gripping narrative text, historic photographs, and primary
sources make the book perfect for report writing. Features include a glossary, additional
resources, source notes, and an index, plus a timeline and essential facts. Minneapolis,
Minnesota: Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing, ©2017. 973.711 C
Challoner, Jack. Tech lab: brilliant builds for super makers. Are you a budding scientist,
engineer, or inventor? Tech lab unlocks your inner maker through 18 amazing step-by-step
projects, from an automatic night-light to your own remote-control snake! New York, NY: DK
Publishing, 2019. 600 C
Ciovacco, Justine. All about small boats. Young readers will enjoy learning about the surprising
variety of small boats, their basic structure, and their uses throughout history. New York:
Britannica Educational Publishing in association with Rosen Educational Services, ©2017. 797.1
C

Duling, Kaitlyn. Carbon dating. A book for high school students about the history and
applications of radiocarbon dating, and what it can tell us about the past. New York: Cavendish
Square, 2019. 551.701 D
Duling, Kaitlyn. A plant that eats spiders and other cool green-and-growing facts. Discusses
mind-blowing facts about plants, including a flower in the rain forest that smells like a dead
body. North Mankato, Minnesota: Capstone Press, ©2019. 581 D
Ganeri, Anita. Amazing expeditions: journeys that changed the world. Throughout history,
explorers have bravely ventured out into the unknown to discover new lands, seek treasure, make
scientific discoveries, or simply achieve something that's never been done before. This book
takes readers on a voyage over land, sea, sky, and space. London: Ivy Kids, 2019. 910.92 G
Gitlin, Marty. Knights. This book debunks myths about the warrior class and explains how
knights arose as vassals to protect the land in the feudal system of medieval European society.
Readers will learn about the training for knighthood, jousting, the life of a knight, and the role of
knights in the Crusades. New York: Britannica Educational Publishing, in association with
Rosen Educational Services, ©2017. 929.7 G
Grunbaum, Mara. Octopuses: clever ocean creatures. Read this book to learn about octopuses -
some of the smartest invertebrates on the planet. New York: Viking, 2020. 594.56 G
Hand, Carol. Cell theory: the structure and function of cells. This book traces the rise of cell
biology and explains biological concepts through easy-to-follow text. Colour photographs and
sidebars are also provided. New York: Cavendish Square, 2019. 571.6 H
Haynes, Norma Jean. Make music!: a kid's guide to creating rhythm, playing with sound,
and conducting and composing music. Includes instructions for making a variety of simple
musical instruments from ordinary household items. North Adams, MA: Storey Publishing,
©2019. 781.4 H
Horning, Nicole. Uzbekistan. When Uzbekistan declared independence and left the Soviet
Union, it started a new chapter in its long history. Readers explore this history and the steps
Uzbekistan has taken to plan for the future in this thoroughly-researched and updated guide.
From facts about the government and economy to details about art, music, and sports, every
aspect of life in this Central Asian nation is presented to readers, along with colourful
photographs. Additional information about Uzbekistan is found in easy-to-read maps, a
comprehensive timeline, recipes for making popular foods, and helpful sidebars. New York:
Cavendish Square, 2021. 958.7 H
Hurst, Vera J. 21st century trains. This resource explores the remarkable engineering feats that
have moved train transportation forward into the twenty-first century. Contrasting the past with
the present, budding engineers will see how they, too, may use engineering principles to
discover, create and engineer the new trains of the future by building upon the past. Includes
glossary. New York, NY: Enslow Publishing, LLC., 2019. 625.2 H

King, David C. Azerbaijan. The nation of Azerbaijan combines rich historical tradition with a
modern mindset. As a former part of the Soviet Union, it has had to forge its own path in the 21st
century, and readers explore the successes and setbacks along the way in this informative and
engaging guide. The detailed text and enlightening sidebars highlight political, cultural,
geographical, and economic facts about Azerbaijan, and full-colour photographs of this country's
landscapes and people bring its culture to life for readers. Helpful maps are also included, and
recipes allow readers to take a hands-on approach to learning about Azerbaijan. New York:
Cavendish Square, 2021. 947.54 K
King, David C. Kyrgyzstan. Kyrgyzstan isn't a country people generally know a lot about, but
its exciting past and fascinating present are worth a closer look. That kind of in-depth focus is
presented to readers in this detailed guide to the culture of Kyrgyzstan, featuring fun facts about
its language, cuisine, leisure activities, religious makeup, and much more. Readers also discover
important information about the political structure, economy, and environment of this former
Soviet republic. With each turn of the page, colorful photographs, maps, and even easy-to-follow
recipes make this a cultural adventure unlike any other! New York: Cavendish Square, 2021.
958.43 K
Klepeis, Alicia. The Renaissance inventors: with history projects for kids. In this book,
readers 10 through 15 explore the period of European history from the fourteenth to seventeenth
centuries while focusing on the biographies of five inventors from that time and the creations
they brought to the world. The lives of Leonardo da Vinci, Galileo Galilei, Leon Battista Alberti,
Johannes Gutenberg, and Gerardus Mercator are brought to life as kids discover the challenges
these men faced and the discoveries they made using their critical and creative thinking skills
combined with their passion for science and engineering. White River Junction, VT: Nomad
Press, ©2018. 940.21 K
Knowlton, MaryLee. Turkmenistan. Where is Turkmenistan? What kind of government does it
have? What do people do there for fun? The answers to these questions and many more are
found in this detailed guide to life in this Central Asian nation. As readers dig deeper into the
history, economics, and culture of Turkmenistan, they also examine full-colour photographs of
the different parts of this country and maps that help them visualize what they're reading about in
the informative main text and sidebars. Readers are also presented with words and phrases
common in Turkmenistan, fun facts about its festivals, and recipes for traditional foods. New
York: Cavendish Square, 2021. 958.5 K
Lassieur, Allison. Inca civilization. Explores the history and culture of the Inca, giving a basic
overview of the civilization's government, religion, and social structure, as well as key leaders
and events. Lake Elmo, MN: Focus Readers, ©2020. 985.019 L
Magyar, Caleb. The book of kings: magnificent monarchs, notorious nobles, and more
distinguished dudes who ruled the world. They're kings wielding scepters and sitting on
thrones, they're presidents and prime ministers leading their nations, or they're CEOs, scientists,
sports stars, artists, and others who are changing the world. Welcome to The Book of Kings,

where being a regal royal doesn't just mean wearing a crown. Washington, D.C: National
Geographic Kids, 2019. 920.71 M
Mitchell, Megan. Genetically modified crops. This book explores the design and production of
genetically engineered plants. Readers will examine the ways in which humans interact with and
manipulate the natural environment, from the earliest origins of agriculture to the discovery of
the universal genetic code to the possibilities of ending world hunger. Colour photographs and
sidebars are also provided. New York: Cavendish Square, 2019. 631.5233 M
Nagle, Jeanne. Samurai. Provides information on samurai, including the samurai code of
conduct, their place in Japanese society, and their techniques and weapons. New York:
Britannica Educational Publishing, in association with Rosen Educational Services, ©2017.
952.025 N
Nichols, Susan. Conquistadors. This text shines a spotlight on the story of the Spanish fighter-
turned-explorer, the conquistador. Coverage is given to what it meant to be a conquistador as
well as the conquistador's goals: gold, God, and glory. In this title, the reader is taken past the
initial phase of land discovery into an exploration of the later stages of colonial land acquisition
and European authority over indigenous peoples. New York: Britannica Educational Publishing
in Association with Rosen Educational Services, 2017. 970.01 N
Nichols, Susan. Gladiators. This text explores the fundamentals of the gladiatorial system, with
a serious look at the lives of these hardened warriors: delving into their pasts, their everyday
struggles, and what it actually took to become a Roman gladiator. New York: Britannica
Educational Publishing in Association with Rosen Educational Services, 2017. 937 N
Orr, Tamra. The Civil Rights Movement: advocating for equality. The civil rights movement
was one of the most important social justice movements in American history, and readers are
sure to be captivated by this in-depth look at the leaders and moments that defined this period.
Enlightening main text and detailed sidebars feature quotes from the men and women who lived
through this time of trial and triumph, and the facts readers discover on each page complement
current social studies curriculum topics. Additional insight is provided through primary sources,
a comprehensive timeline, and historical and contemporary images. New York: Lucent Press,
2019. 323.1196 O
Roland, James. How circuits work. This curricular, STEM-focused title outlines how electric
circuits work, including power sources, wires, electrons, atoms, and more. Find out how where
energy starts and how it flows into the electronic devices people use every day! Minneapolis:
Lerner Publications, ©2017. 621.3192 R
Roland, James. How transistors work. Looks at how transistors are used to control current in
electronic devices, examining how they work, their history, different types of transistors, and
where the transistor may go in the future. Minneapolis: Lerner Publications, ©2017. 621.381 R
Roza, Greg. Ninjas. Shares information on ninjas, including how they originated, what their
training was like, and their impact on pop culture. New York: Britannica Educational Publishing
in association with Rosen Educational Services, ©2017. 952 R

Scandiffio, Laura. Digging deep: how science unearths puzzles from the past. Archaeological
finds add to our understanding of the world. This book showcases six discoveries made that
changed the way we view history through recent advances in science. Discoveries include new
clues about life in the Stone Age gleaned from Ötzi the Ice Man, the extent of the lost city of
Angkor through the use of drones, and King Richard III's villainous reputation deduced from the
discovery of his long-lost tomb, Digging Deep is full of fascinating examples of how modern
science has disrupted the status quo. Toronto: Annick Press, ©2019. 930.1 S
Shea, Therese. Mongol warriors. Introduces Mongol warriors, including where they lived, how
they fought, and why the Mongol empire declined. New York: Britannica Educational
Publishing, 2017. 950.2 S
Shea, Therese. Vikings. This book illuminates the facts about the rich Viking culture, revealing
their lives beyond warfare, such as their art, craft, and trade. Readers will also find myths
clarified, with stories from the perhaps biased accounts of Viking-conquered people set straight
with the fascinating facts about their complex civilisation. New York: Britannica Educational
Publishing, 2017. 948.022 S
Shepherd, Jodie. Flamingos. Read this book to learn about the beautiful and fascinating
flamingo. New York: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc., ©2019. 598.35 S
Shoup, Kate. Particle physics. A book for high school students about the discovery of the
electron and the establishment of the scientific discipline of particle physics. New York, NY:
Cavendish Square, 2019. 539.72 S
Shoup, Kate. Quantum mechanics. A book for high school students about the history and key
scientists related to the discipline of quantum mechanics. New York, NY: Cavendish Square,
2019. 530.12 S
Small, Cathleen. Cloning. A book for high school students about the history and developments
made in the area of cloning. New York: Cavendish Square, 2019. 660.65 S
Small, Cathleen. Organ transplants. This book examines the science that led up to the first
organ transplant and explores the lives of the scientists who played a role in this discovery. It
also outlines the different types of transplants, including cross-species transplants. Colour
photographs and sidebars are also included. New York: Cavendish Square, 2019. 617.954 S
Steele, Philip. Castles. This children's history book has everything you need to know about
medieval castles, including knights, jousting, sieges, drawbridges, and forts. Learn about castle
design, from the earliest motte and bailey styles to stone fortresses and beautiful castles in Japan
and India. London: Dorling Kindersley Limited, 2019. 940.1 S
Swinney, Nicola Jane. I love dogs and puppies. This guide, packed full of photos and facts, will
help kids discover some of the most popular dog and puppy breeds. Lake Forest, California:
Quarto Library, an imprint of The Quarto Group, 2019. 636.7 S
Taylor, Diane C. The Renaissance artists: with history projects for kids. Who were the artists
of the Renaissance? Why do we still learn from Renaissance art? Using an inquiry-based

approach, readers are introduced to the Italian Renaissance as it was experienced by five of the
world's most renowned artists: Sandro Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, and
Titian. Readers will learn about the biographies of these Renaissance artists through the
perspective of three to four major works of art that not only defined that artist's career but created
a cultural legacy that still resonates in the world today. White River Junction, VT: Nomad Press,
©2018. 709.02 T
Wolny, Philip. 21st century ships. This fascinating resource provides snapshots of innovative
and impressive ships of the future, using these awe-inspiring vessels as an introduction to basic
engineering principles. A dynamic overview of present and future seagoing giants also tackles
the green and energy-efficient innovations that will make the coming century particularly
important. Students will marvel at these cutting-edge craft while absorbing valuable STEM
lessons. New York, NY: Enslow Publishing, LLC., 2019. 623.82 W
Woolf, Alex. The science of buildings: the sky-scraping story of structures. This book
explores the science of architecture since ancient times, and examines the life cycle of a building,
from design to demolition. It looks at the challenges faced by todays architects, including how to
build in areas prone to natural disaster, and how to build sustainably, so that our structures don't
end up damaging the planet. New York, NY: Franklin Watts, an imprint of Scholastic Inc., 2019.
720 W
Young-Brown, Fiona. Plate tectonics. A book for high school students about the revelation of
plate tectonics and its effects on the planet Earth. New York: Cavendish Square, 2019. 551.136
Y
Zuchora-Walske, Christine. The Berlin Wall. This title examines an important historic event--
the Berlin Wall's division of the city of Berlin, Germany, from the building of the wall to its
destruction. Minneapolis, MN: ABDO Publishing Company, ©2014. 943.087 Z

BIOGRAPHIES
Anderson, Kirsten. Who is Kamala Harris?. On November 7, 2020, Kamala Harris, a senator
from California, became the first woman and the first African-American and South Asian-
American person to be elected to the vice presidency. While her nomination for this position was
not unexpected, her rise to national prominence was one filled with unexpected turns and
obstacles. This exciting story details the defining moments of what led to her nomination and all
the monumental ones since that have shaped her career and the future of America. New York:
Penguin Workshop, ©2021. B HAR
Christopher, Matt. Kobe Bryant. Kobe Bryant dominated the world of basketball as an 18-time
NBA All-Star, a five-time NBA champion, and a two-time Olympic gold medalist. This
biography details his life and legacy. New York: Penguin Workshop, 2020. B BRY
Labrecque, Ellen. Who was Kobe Bryant?. Full of the true-life stories of scientists and
innovators who have shaped our society and how we see the world around us, this book puts
major scientific discoveries into context. Readers learn who inspired whom, and which

discoveries laid the groundwork for more amazing innovation. New York, New York: DK
Publishing, 2018. B BRY
Leed, Percy. Kobe Bryant: NBA champion. Kobe Bryant dominated the world of basketball as
an 18-time NBA All-Star, a five-time NBA champion, and a two-time Olympic gold medalist.
This biography details his life and his thrilling legacy. Minneapolis, MN: Lerner Publications,
2021. B BRY
Meltzer, Brad. I am Sonia Sotomayor. This volume of ordinary people change the world
features Sonia Sotomayor, the first Latina Supreme Court Justice. She is proof that with
opportunity comes justice. New York: Dial Books for Young Readers, ©2018. B SOT
Mills, Andrea. 100 scientists who made history: remarkable scientists who shaped our
world. Full of the true-life stories of scientists and innovators who have shaped our society and
how we see the world around us, this book puts major scientific discoveries into context. Readers
learn who inspired whom, and which discoveries laid the groundwork for more amazing
innovation. New York, New York: DK Publishing, 2018. 925 M
FAIRY TALES
Muller, Gerda. The sorcerer's apprentice. When poor orphan boy Oliver becomes a sorcerer's
apprentice, he learns wonderful magic spells, the secrets of nature, and how to make healing
potions and oils from his kindly new master. One day after the sorcerer goes on a journey, Oliver
enchants some brooms to do chores for him. But when the spell gets out of control, how can
Oliver stop the magic? Edinburgh: Floris Books, 2020. 398.2 M

GRAPHIC NOVELS
Fraioli, James O. Great white shark adventure. Bella, twelve, and Marcus, thirteen, join Fabien
Cousteau's research team off the coasts of South Africa and Australia as they try to find and tag
an extraordinarily large great white shark. Inserts include facts about sharks and other marine
animals, equipment used by researchers studying sharks, and more. New York, New York:
Margaret K. McElderry Books, 2019. 741.5 F
Fraioli, James O. Journey under the Arctic. Junior explorers Rocco and Olivia join Fabien
Cousteau and his research team on an icebreaker in the Arctic Circle, seeking the rare dumbo
octopus. Inserts include facts about the effects of climate change, people and animals of the
Arctic, and ships that have explored the area. New York, New York: Margaret K. McElderry
Books, 2020. 741.5 F
Hartley, Ned. Albert Einstein: a graphic history of the father of modern physics. A
biography of the scientific genius, Albert Einstein, told in the form of a graphic novel.
Hauppauge, NY: B.E.S. Publishing, 2019. 741.5 H

Hoena, B. A. Samurai: Japan's noble servant-warriors. In graphic novel format, tells several
tales of prominent samurai warriors from history and describes the training, weapons, armor, and
battle tactics used by them. North Mankato, Minnesota: Capstone Press, ©2019. 741.5 H
Pilkey, Dav. Grime and punishment. The Supa Buddies bamboozled the baddies, but all's not
right in the world. Dog Man has a new problem to pound, and he's going to need his entire pack
to help him. Will he go barking up the wrong tree? London: Scholastic, 2020. 741.5 P