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Pollyanna
"Pollyanna" is a heartwarming classic of children's literature that introduces the world to the infectious optimism of its young protagonist. After the death of her father, young Pollyanna Whittier is sent to live with her stern and cold Aunt Polly. Despite her aunt's rigid rules and the town's gloomy atmosphere, Pollyanna remains steadfast in playing the "Glad Game"—a philosophy of finding s…
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- 1
- ISBN/ISSN
- 9780194247665
- Collation
- 51 hlm.: ilus.; 15 x 21 cm
- Series Title
- Oxford Dominoes
- Call Number
- 823 POR p
毅意 (Yì Yì) The Will to Persevere : 2025 Collection of Student Works, Yi…
"毅意" (Yì Yì), which translates to "The Will to Persevere," is a curated anthology of literary works written by the students of Yi Dao Middle School in 2025. This collection serves as a vibrant mosaic of the adolescent experience, capturing the transition from childhood to the complexities of the teenage years. The book likely contains various genres including short stories, reflective …
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- 1
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- -
- Collation
- 255 hlm.: ilus.; 15 x 21 hlm
- Series Title
- Kesusteraan Chinese
- Call Number
- 895.1 SMP y
Upshift : Turning Pressure Into Performance And Crisis Into Creativity
Upshift by Ben Ramalingam explores the extraordinary human capacity to thrive under pressure. Rather than succumbing to crisis, Ramalingam demonstrates how difficult situations can actually serve as catalysts for creative breakthroughs. The author introduces the concept of "Upshifting"—a mental process where individuals transform environmental stress into peak performance. This book is more t…
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- 1
- ISBN/ISSN
- 978-0-00-849834-4
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- viii + 307 hlm.: ilus.; 13 x 20 cm
- Series Title
- Psychology of Creativity
- Call Number
- 153.3 RAM u
A Little Princess
This story follows Sara Crewe, a wealthy, imaginative, and exceptionally kind young girl who is enrolled in Miss Minchin’s exclusive London boarding school. Sara is treated like royalty due to her father's immense fortune. Her life takes a devastating turn when news arrives that her father has suddenly lost his fortune and died. The greedy and cruel headmistress, Miss Minchin, immediately str…
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- 1
- ISBN/ISSN
- 978-1-4027-1275-3
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- 154 hlm.: ilus.; 14 x 20 cm
- Series Title
- Novel
- Call Number
- 823 ZAM a
Cliffhanger
Cliffhanger follows the unwilling hero, Tim, a boy who despises sports, heights, and physical adventure. Against his will, his sports-obsessed father sends him to a terrifying action-packed adventure camp where activities include rock climbing, canoeing, and caving. Tim struggles miserably with every challenge and is intimidated by the other athletic children. Driven by the desire to escape, Ti…
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- 1
- ISBN/ISSN
- 978-044-086-338-0
- Collation
- 90 hlm.: ilus.; 13 x 19 cm
- Series Title
- Novel
- Call Number
- 823 WIL c
Island Of The Blue Dolphins
Island of the Blue Dolphins, written by Scott O’Dell, is a classic survival story inspired by the true account of a Native American girl who lived alone on San Nicolas Island, off the coast of California, in the 19th century. The novel follows Karana, a young girl who is left behind when her tribe is evacuated. Alone on the island, she must learn to provide for herself, facing hunger, wild an…
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- 1
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- 978-0-440-43988-4
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- 184 hlm.; 13 x 20 cm
- Series Title
- Novel
- Call Number
- 823 ODE i
The Bed and Breakfast Star
"The Bed and Breakfast Star" is narrated by Elsa, a cheerful and aspiring comedian who is determined to make people laugh, despite her difficult circumstances. After her stepfather Mack loses his job, the family—including Elsa's half-siblings, Pippa and Hank—loses their home and is forced to move into a single, squalid room at a run-down Bed and Breakfast hotel, which Elsa nicknames "The Oy…
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- 1
- ISBN/ISSN
- 978-0-440-86324-3
- Collation
- 207 hlm.: 13 x 20 cm
- Series Title
- Novel
- Call Number
- 823 WIL t
GRIT : Why Passion, and Resilience are the Secrets to Success
GRIT: Why Passion and Resilience are the Secrets to Success by Angela Duckworth is a groundbreaking work in psychology and personal development that explores the role of perseverance and passion in achieving long-term goals. Drawing from years of research, Duckworth argues that talent alone is not enough to guarantee success; instead, it is the combination of sustained effort, resilience in the…
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- 1
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- 978-1-785-04020-7
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- 440 hlm.: 13 x 20 cm
- Series Title
- Psychology : Personal Growth and motivation
- Call Number
- 158.1 DUC g
Chicken Soup for the Preten Soul
Chicken Soup for the Preteen Soul is a motivational anthology created by Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Patty Hansen, and Irene Dunlap, specially written for readers in their preteen years. This collection presents true stories about friendship, family, school life, self-esteem, and the everyday challenges of growing up. Each story offers encouragement and inspiration, helping preteens buil…
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- 1
- ISBN/ISSN
- 978-1-558-74800-2
- Collation
- xxiii + 386 hlm.: ilus.; 14 x 22 cm
- Series Title
- Chicken Soup
- Call Number
- 158.1 CAN c
The Wives Of Bowie Stone
The Wives of Bowie Stone is a powerful historical romance novel by Maggie Osborne, set in the rugged American frontier of the post-Civil War era. The story follows Bowie Stone, a former Confederate soldier, who returns home to find his dying wife has arranged for him to marry three other women—each representing a part of her unfulfilled dreams. Thrust into this unconventional arrangement, Bow…
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- 1
- ISBN/ISSN
- 0-446-36533-5
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- 378 hlm.: 10 x 17 cm
- Series Title
- Novel
- Call Number
- 823 Osb t
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