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Discrimination & Prejudice
by Autumn LibalAround the world, many people face discrimination because of the shapes of their bodies, their weight, or the way they look. People who would never discriminate against others because of skin color or some physical challenge often think it's perfectly okay to judge others based on weight. Many of us don't think twice about judging other people's appearance--but most of us also know the pain of feeling bad about the way we look. Learn about the ways in which our culture discriminates against people who are overweight and obese. Discover the harmful effects of judgment and stigmatization when it comes to weight. Understand the myths that surround the causes and solutions for obesity--and get to know the facts. Find out the true costs of body-hate!
Disenchanted Live Action Junior Novelization
by DisneyDive into the continuation of Giselle's journey with Disenchanted, the sequel film to Enchanted from Walt Disney Live Action Studios releasing on Disney+. Happily Ever After…Again! Seeking a change from their busy lives in New York City, Giselle and Robert relocate their family to the suburb of Monroeville, a charming town reminiscent of Andalasia, the fairy-tale land where Giselle grew up. Their teenage daughter, Morgan, however, is less than thrilled. After a mishap in Morgan's room at the new house, her entire wardrobe is ruined! And to make things worse, Giselle accidentally embarrasses Morgan in front of her peers at her new school. In a fit of anger, Morgan tells Giselle that she will never be her real mother, only her stepmother. Giselle is devastated. Desperate to alter her circumstances, she wishes on the Wand of Wishes for a fairy-tale life for her and her family. The next day, her wish comes true! But it isn't without a price. Will Giselle get her happily-ever-after once again? Or is this the end for Giselle and all of Andalasia?
Disenchanted: The Trials Of Cinderella (Tyme #2)
by Megan MorrisonThis companion to Grounded combines humor, revolution, magic, and romance for the most delightful "Cinderella" retelling since Ella Enchanted.Ella Coach has one wish: revolution. Her mother died working in a sweatshop, and Ella wants every laborer in the Blue Kingdom to receive fairer treatment. But to make that happen, she'll need some high-level support...Prince Dash Charming has one wish: evolution. The Charming Curse forced generations of Charming men to lie, cheat, and break hearts -- but with the witch Envearia's death, the curse has ended. Now Dash wants to be a better person, but he doesn't know where to start...Serge can grant any wish -- and has: As an executive fairy godfather, he's catered to the wildest whims of spoiled teenagers from the richest, most entitled families in Blue. But now a new name has come up on his list, someone nobody's ever heard of... Ella Coach.This is a story about three people who want something better and who together find the faith to change their worlds. It's "Cinderella," brilliantly reimagined, and a delightful expansion of the wonderful world of Tyme.
Disgusting Digestion
by Nick Arnold Tony De SaullesScience with the squishy bits left in! What disease makes your eyes bleed? Why can't astronauts eat beans before a space flight? Which part of your brain makes you throw up? Get the awful answers in Disgusting Digestion
Disney 101 Dalmatians Cinestory Comic
by Paul KupperbergCruella De Vil, Disney's most outrageous villain, sets the fur-raising adventure in motion when she dognaps all of the Dalmatian puppies in London—including 15 from Pongo and Perdita's family. Through the power of the "Twilight Bark," Pongo leads a heroic cast of animal characters on a dramatic quest to rescue them all in a story the whole family will enjoy again and again. <P><P> <i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
Disney Aladdin: Le Genie Au Bain (Livres Bain Ser.)
by DisneyThe classic Disney story in comics! In the heart of an enchanted city, a commoner named Aladdin and his mischievous monkey, Abu, battle to save the free-spirited Princess Jasmine. Aladdin's whole life changes with one rub of a magic lamp as a fun-loving, shape-shifting Genie appears and grants him three wishes, setting him on an incredible journey of discovery. Through his adventures, Aladdin proves that he is a prince where it truly matters most—on the inside!
Disney Beauty and the Beast: As Told by Emoji (As Told By Emoji Ser.)
by DisneyEnchantment awaits in this modern-day twist on this tale as old as time! Be our guest and join emoji-fied versions of Belle, Beast, Lumière, Cogsworth, and more in this cinestory comic retelling of the magical Disney Beauty and the Beast: As Told by Emoji.
Disney Beauty and the Beast: Be Our Guest Bath Book (World Of Reading Ser.)
by DisneyBe our guest and join the beloved, independent Belle and the Beast with the soul of a prince as they cast an enchanting spell like never before. Disney's beloved modern classic, the first animated feature film in the history of the Oscars nominated for Best Picture (1991), comes to life in this 48 page adaptation. The characters who fill your heart and the magical adventure about finding beauty within all come to spectacular life.
Disney Big Hero 6 Cinestory Comic: Big Hero 6 (Little Golden Book #1)
by DisneyWith all the heart and humor audiences expect from Walt Disney Animation Studios, Big Hero 6 is an action-packed comedy adventure that introduces Baymax, a lovable, personal companion robot, who forms a special bond with robotics prodigy Hiro Hamada. When a devastating turn of events catapults them into the midst of a dangerous plot unfolding in the streets of San Fransokyo, Hiro turns to Baymax and his diverse group of friends— adrenaline junkie Go Go Tomago, neatnik Wasabi, chemistry whiz Honey Lemon and fanboy Fred — who transform into a band of unlikely heroes. Bring home Disney's Big Hero 6 — in almost 400 comic pages of fun for the whole family! <P><P> <i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
Disney Big Hero 6: Baymax Returns Cinestory Comic
by DisneyWhen fourteen-year-old Hiro discovers the chip his brother Tadashi designed to create Baymax, he sets out to rebuild his friend and health-care companion. However, Hiro's penchant for taking short cuts results in trouble, and the consequences lead him and his friends to don their gear and reassemble as the super hero team Big Hero 6.Blast off to adventure with Disney Big Hero 6: The Series: Baymax Returns Cinestory Comic, a graphic novel–style retelling of the series premiere of the new hit show. <P><P> <i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
Disney Bunnies: Thumper Counts to Ten
by Kitty RichardsThe most adorable young bunnies ever to inhabit a forest, Thumper and his sisters laugh, play, and thump their way through a world filled with new discoveries, fun, and forest friends.
Disney Cautionary Tales
by Ridley PearsonWhat you are holding is no ordinary book. This book contains scary stories. Thrilling and chilling tales that feature the worst Disney villains. They twist and turn through unfortunate circumstances. Maybe you've heard of a cave full of wonders where no one escapes alive? Or a huntsman carrying a a princess's heart back to an evil queen? Don't forget the horseman who lost his head. Literally. Something strange happens once you start reading. You might feel like you are in the story. Right. Inside. The. Pages. Just ask Billie Templeton. She knows all about scary stories. Billie would rather such tales stay inside her book where they belong. If only her classmate, Tim, hadn't found the mirror. The magic mirror. A mirror wrapped up and never to be opened. But since when does Tim follow the rules? Consider yourself warned. Chilling tales, filled with twists and turns will leave you on the edge of your seat! Perfect for fans of Goosebumps and Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark.
Disney Cinderella Cinestory Comic
by Robert Simpson Erik Burnham Jeremy BarlowCinderella has enchanted generations with its spellbinding story, charming music, and endearing characters that live in your heart forever.The beloved fairy tale becomes pure Disney magic as beautiful Cinderella shares her dreams of romance and a better life with the lovable mice Gus and Jaq. When Cinderella's cruel stepmother prevents her from attending the Royal Ball, the delightful Fairy Godmother appears! With a wave of her wondrous wand and a bouncy "Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo," the Fairy Godmother transforms a simple pumpkin into a magical coach—and Cinderella's rags into a gorgeous gown. At the ball, Cinderella falls in love with Prince Charming, but must flee before the stroke of midnight breaks the spell! <P><P> <i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
Disney Cinderella: A Night At The Ball
by DisneyThe classic Disney Princess story in comics! Cinderella has faith her dreams of a better life will come true. With help from her loyal mice friends and a wave of her Fairy Godmother's wand, Cinderella's rags are magically turned into a glorious gown and off she goes to the Royal Ball. But when the clock strikes midnight, the spell is broken, leaving a single glass slipper... the only key to the ultimate fairy-tale ending!
Disney Descendants Wicked World Cinestory Comic Vol. 3 (Disney Descendants Cinestory Comic Ser. #3)
by DisneyWickedly Good Following the Neon Lights Ball, it looks like the Auradon Kids and Villain Kids are finally getting along. But when they try to get ready for the party of the year—the Jewel-bilee—things start to go wrong. First, no one can find Mal's jewel. And then a dance rehearsal goes wild, someone causes a dangerous chemical reaction, and everyone's voices become bewitched! Is there a new troublemaker on the scene? Or could Mal be following in her motherÕs evil footsteps after all?Experience Mal and Evie's wicked new adventures in Disney Descendants: Wicked World Cinestory Comic Volume 3, and find out if good really is the new bad. <P><P> <i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
Disney Descendants Wicked World Cinestory Comic Vol. 4 (Disney Descendants Cinestory Comic Ser. #4)
by DisneyFierce Friends ForeverThe Jewel-bilee has arrived and it's the biggest celebration of the year. Still, the A.K.s are reeling from the chaos Mal caused when she was cursed, and the new V.K. on the scene wants to crash the party. Mal and Evie will have to summon all their fierceness and rally all their friends to defeat Auradon's greatest threat yet—and save Audrey's musical number.Experience all the magical fun and adventure of Disney Descendants: Wicked World Cinestory Comic Volume 4, the riveting conclusion to Mal and Evie's Wicked World story. <P><P> <i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
Disney Descendants: As Told by Emoji (As Told by Emoji #4)
by DisneyWelcome to this wicked world of emojis! Discover why good is the new bad an join emoji-fied versions of Mal, Evie, Carlos, Jay, and more in this cinestory comic retelling of the anything but ordinary Disney Descendants: As Told by Emoji.
Disney Descendants: School of Secrets CJ's Treasure Chase
by Jessica Brody Disney Storybook Art Team No New Art NeededCJ is the daughter of Captain James Hook. She's fierce. She's swashbuckling. And she has big dreams. . . like finding the treasure she's known about since she was a little girl stranded on the Isle of the Lost. When CJ sneaks out of Auradon Prep with her best friend, Freddie, they go on a wild chase to find it.
Disney Descendants: School of Secrets: School of Secrets: CJ's Treasure Chase (School of Secrets)
by Jessica BrodyCJ is the daughter of Captain James Hook. She's fierce. She's swashbuckling. And she has big dreams. . . like finding the treasure she's known about since she was a little girl stranded on the Isle of the Lost. When CJ sneaks out of Auradon Prep with her best friend, Freddie, they go on a wild chase to find it.
Disney DuckTales: Woo-oo! Cinestory Comic
by DisneyAfter ten years of not speaking to each other, Scrooge McDuck and his nephew, Donald Duck, reunite when Donald needs help caring for his nephews, Huey, Dewey, and Louie. The boys can&t believe they get to meet the richest duck in the world, and are even more thrilled when they realize he is actually their estranged uncle! With the help of Webby Vanderquack, Huey, Dewey, and Louie rekindle Scrooge's sense of adventure and embark on the quest of a lifetime to the Lost City of Atlantis.Experience all the danger and derring-do of the animated series with this cinestory comic adaptation of Disney XD's all-new Disney DuckTales. Woo-oo!<P><P> <i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
Disney Elena of Avalor: Adventure Takes Flight Cinestory Comic (Disney Elena Cinestory Comic #2)
by DisneyWhile she's still learning to lead, Crown Princess Elena's independent and curious spirit lands her in some unusual trouble…With the help of her friends, Elena must save the day when Chancellor Esteban starts becoming younger and younger at the Fountain of Youth; when an evil malvago turns everyone in Avalor to stone; and when she accidentally awakens an angry ancient totem in the Kingdom of Cordoba.Join the adventure with Princess Elena in this vibrant, graphic novel–style retelling of three exciting episodes of the hit, new show in Disney Elena of Avalor: Adventure Takes Flight Cinestory Comic. <P><P> <i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
Disney Encanto A Tale of Three Sisters
by Disney BooksEncanto tells the tale of an extraordinary family, the Madrigals, who live hidden in the mountains of Colombia, in a magical house, in a vibrant town, in a wondrous, charmed place called an Encanto. The magic of the Encanto has blessed every child in the family with a unique gift from super strength to the power to heal—every child except one, Mirabel. But when she discovers that the magic surrounding the Encanto is in danger, Mirabel decides that she, the only ordinary Madrigal, might just be her exceptional family's last hope. The film features all-new songs by Emmy®, GRAMMY® and Tony Award® winner Lin-Manuel Miranda ("Hamilton," "Moana") and is directed by Byron Howard ("Zootopia," "Tangled") and Jared Bush (co-director "Zootopia"), co-directed by Charise Castro Smith (writer "The Death of Eva Sofia Valdez") and produced by Clark Spencer and Yvett Merino. Walt Disney Animation Studios' "Encanto" opens in theaters November 24, 2021.
Disney Fairies: Rani in the Mermaid Lagoon (Disney Fairies)
by Lisa PapademetriouRani doesn't fit in. Without wings, she doesn't feel like she belongs with the other fairies. Rani sets off on a perilous journey to find a home, a journey that leads her underwater, deep into the lagoon, where the mermaids live.
Disney Fairies: Tinker Bell: The Junior Novelization
by DISNEY BOOK GROUPArriving at Pixie Hollow, home of the Never fairies, Tinker Bell is not so pleased to discover her special talent as a tinker fairy. ,
Disney Frozen Cinestory Comic
by DisneyFearless optimist Anna sets off on an epic journey—teaming up with rugged mountain man Kristoff and his loyal reindeer Sven—to find her sister Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter. Encountering mystical trolls and a hilarious snowman named Olaf along the way, Anna and Kristoff battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom.Featuring a foreword by Leonard Maltin, the Cinestory tells the story of Frozen with images from the movie. <P><P> <i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>