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• DAISY (Digital Accessible Information System) - A digital book file format. DAISY books from Bookshare are DAISY 3.0 text files that work with just about every type of access technology that reads text. Books that contain images will have the download option of ‘DAISY Text with Images’.
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• DAISY Audio - Similar to the DAISY option above; however, this option uses MP3 files created with our text-to-speech engine that utilizes Ivonas Kendra voice. This format will work with Daisy Audio compatible players such as Victor Reader Stream and Read2Go.
• EPUB - A standard e-book format that can be read on many tools, such as iBooks, Readium or others.
• Word - Accessible Word output, which can be unzipped and opened in any tool that allows .docx files

Fort Knox: Protecting the U.S. Gold Reserves (High Security)

The United States keeps its gold safe at Fort Knox. How is this done? There are fences, locks, guards, and more. Learn more about this high-security place!

Freeriding and Other Extreme Motocross Sports (Natural Thrills)

Check out the fast sport of freeriding! Learn about freeriding, how it started, equipment needed, and safety measures taken for this extreme sport. Discover other motocross sports, and find out how athletes practice their skills and experience thrills in nature.

Freeskiing and Other Extreme Snow Sports (Natural Thrills)

Bundle up and follow the frosty world of freeskiing. Learn about freeskiing, equipment needed, and safety measures taken for this extreme sport. Discover other snow sports, and see how athletes practice their skills and experience thrills in nature.

The Frog Prince: An Interactive Fairy Tale Adventure (You Choose: Fractured Fairy Tales)

Have you ever wondered how the prince became a frog? Find out what happened from the green guy himself. Or hear the fairy's side of the story. Hop your way through three twisted takes on the classic fairy tale. Will YOU CHOOSE the path to your happily ever after?

The Future of Communications: From Texting to Augmented Reality (What the Future Holds)

From the written word to the cell phone, human communication has come a long way. What might the future hold? Readers can discover how virtual reality, holograms, and a fully connected "internet of things" may affect how they communicate in the near and distant future.

The Future of Energy: From Solar Cells to Flying Wind Farms (What the Future Holds)

Our world runs on energy! But traditional fossil fuels are doing great damage to the environment, and they will eventually run out. How might solar, water, wind and geothermal power come to our rescue? Readers can discover how different the world could look in the future with energy sources that are clean and renewable.

The Future of Entertainment: From Movies to Virtual Reality (What the Future Holds)

From stage productions to television to movies, humans have always been entertained by a good story. But how might entertainment change in the future? From immersive virtual reality games to social media with 3-D holograms, readers can find out what cool new technologies might change the way they are entertained.

The Future of Transportation: From Electric Cars to Jet Packs (What the Future Holds)

Human transportation has come a long way since the invention of the wheel. Vehicles of all sorts have us speeding across land, through water, and in the skies. What might be next? From self-driving cars to jet packs, readers will discover exciting new ways they may get around in the future.

Gadget Disasters: Learning from Bad Ideas (Fantastic Fails)

See some of the world's greatest gadget disasters from the palm of your hand. Find out how each gadget failed, what went wrong with its design or manufacture, and what programmers learned from their mistakes.

Galapagos Penguins (Endangered And Threatened Animals)

Many people think penguins live only in cold, icy places. But the Galapagos penguins live in the blazing heat of the tropics. While this may seem like paradise, the Galapagos penguins are always on the lookout for ways to stay cool and comfortable. Learn more about these adorable animals, including how they got to the tropics, what they eat, other challenges they face in their lives, and what you can do to help.

Geography Matters in Ancient Egypt (Geography Matters In Ancient Civilizations Ser.)

Geography Matters in Ancient Rome (Geography Matters In Ancient Civilizations Ser.)

George Washington (American Biographies)

This biography examines the life of George Washington. The book includes biographies of other historical people and a family tree.

Geronimo: The Inspiring Life Story of an Apache Warrior (Inspiring Stories)

Geronimo was one of the fiercest Apache warriors of all time. He was both admired and feared as he spent years fighting to preserve the Apache way of life in the American Southwest.

Get Lost, Odysseus! (Myth-o-mania Ser.)

The Trojan War is over, but now Odysseus has to find his way home to Ithaca . . . and in typical fashion, he's angered Poseidon enough that the sea-god has decided to make his journey miserable (if not impossible).

The Ghost Emperor's New Clothes: A Graphic Novel (Far Out Fairy Tales)

The ghost of a vain emperor is causing trouble in the local village shops. But famed ghost hunters are on the case. They plan to catch the ghost on camera and win a $1-million-dollar prize! In life, the emperor was fooled into going out with no clothes. Trickster tailors convinced him he was wearing the finest silks in all the land! Could professional ghost hunters use the same tactics to win the prize money? Experience the story of "The Emporer's New Clothes" like never before in this graphic novel retelling for kids. Each Far Out Fairy Tales adventure includes info on the original tale, a guide to the story's twists, and visual discussion questions to critically engage readers.

Ghost Hunting (Ghosts And Hauntings Ser.)

Have you ever thought about looking for ghosts? If so, you might call yourself a ghost hunter! Read this book to find out about the tech that ghost hunters use to prove they have seen a ghost.

Ghosts of the O.K. Corral and Other Hauntings of Tombstone, Arizona (Haunted History)

Tombstone, Arizona, is known for its Wild West roots. Did the gun fights, showdowns, and foul play that happened there lead to today's haunted stories? Learn about the O.K. Corral and other paranormal hotspots in this spooky historic town. Between these pages, readers will find just the right amount of scariness for a cold, dark night.

Ghosts of the White House (Ghosts And Hauntings Ser.)

Did you know that the White House is haunted? Read this book to discover the many ghosts that people say live in the White House!

Giannis Antetokounmpo: Basketball Powerhouse (Stars of Sports)

As the youngest player in the National Basketball Association during his rookie season, Giannis Antetokounmpo looked like a rising star. At almost seven feet tall, he would become an All-Star Game starter and winner of the NBA's most improved player award. Giannis went from selling toys and sunglasses to help his family get by to playing in the NBA and turning heads with his power and grace. Get all the facts on Giannis's extraordinary rise in basketball in this exciting biography.

The Ginger-Red Caterpillar: A Graphic Novel (Far Out Fairy Tales)

Mr. and Mrs. Mantis are out looking for food when they come across an egg. They know it will be a caterpillar soon, so they bring it home and wait for it to hatch. But when the caterpillar emerges, they are in for a surprise! The speedy red critter zooms away at high speed. The Mantises try to chase down their dinner, as more and more creatures set their sights on eating the nimble Ginger-Red Caterpillar. You’ve never experienced the story of "The Gingerbread Man" quite like this graphic novel retelling for kids. Each Far Out Fairy Tales adventure includes info on the original tale, a guide to the story's twists, and visual discussion questions to critically engage readers.

Go Slow (Eod Soldiers Ser.)

safe for kids; modern military fiction; military fiction; graphic novel; soldiers; explosive ordinance disposal; war; comic book; EOD Soldiers; IEDs; Improvised Explosive Device; bomb squad; move slow; Rose Campbell

The Golden Gate Bridge (Engineering Wonders Ser.)

Golden Gate Bridge; San Francisco; California; early 20th Century US history; technology & engineering; juvenile nonfiction

Goldilocks and the Three Vampires: A Graphic Novel (Far Out Fairy Tales Ser.)

fairytales; fables; diverse characters; African-Americans; girl power; feminist

Got Brains? (My Undead Life)

Tulah Jones, undercover twelve-year-old zombie, is excited to join the academic bowl team . . . until she remembers her nemesis and know-it-all Bella Gulosi is team captain! When the group goes on a weekend retreat, keeping a low profile gets even tougher and soon Tulah notices Bella is watching her like a vulture. Has the queen of mean dug up Tulah's secret, or is something graver going on? Featuring hordes of comic art and hilarious misadventures, kids will eagerly devour this tale of undead tween life.