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"In 1859, the British and Americans coexist on the small island of San Juan, located off the coast of the Pacific Northwest. They are on fairly good terms--until one fateful morning when an innocent hog owned by a British man has the misfortune to eat some potatoes on an American farmer's land. In a moment of rash anger, Lyman Cutlar shoots Charles Griffin's pig, inadvertently almost bringing the two nations to war. Tensions flare, armies gather,...
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A picture book relating the true story of Leona Tate, Gail Etienne, and Tessie Prevost--three young Black girls who, on November 14, 1960, became the first Black students to integrate into a previously whites-only school after desegregation legislation. Celebrates the legacy of this moment and the lives the three girls went on to live.
3) Memorial Day
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Traces the history of Memorial Day, a day set aside to honor U.S. soliders who have died while serving in the military, and looks at Memorial Day symbols and observances.
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Long before its establishment as a national park in 1872, Yellowstone was home to the gray wolf, as well as other large predators. But the relationship between human and wolf has always been a tense and complicated one. Predator control programs were developed and, by the mid-1900s, wolves had almost been entirely eliminated from the region and even the lower United States. The removal of even one strand of an ecosystem's complex web can have a ripple...
9) China
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Provides a broad introduction to Ancient China, highlighting the history, beliefs, and what daily life was like for the Ancient Chinese. Includes color images, a timeline, a glossary, sources for further learning, and an index.
10) Ellis Island
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Explains the creation, history, and meaning of the historic site that represents our nation's diverse people.
11) Ancient China
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Simple text, photographs, and illustrations introduce learning readers to some unique features of ancient China, including their culture, major cities, and their religion. Includes a glossary.
12) Tennessee
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Looks at the state of Tennessee, discussing its climate, geography, economy, population, and history.
13) T is for Time
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T is for a Time Alphabet uses poetry and expository text to explore the concept of time, from explaining basic units of measurement to showcasing important scientific achievements. Topics include famous inventors (Albert Einstein and John Harrison) and important structures and landmarks (Kulkulkan Pyramid and Big Ben). Budding scientists will discover what world-famous stone structure is believed to be an early calendar, follow the voyages of explorer...
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When Gerald Ford became president after the turmoil of the early 70s, Americans were ready for an honest, hardworking politician. And that is just what they got with President Ford. He was a man of integrity and honesty, who cared deeply about all Americans. His life, tougher than some and filled with character-building lessons, had prepared him for the job--from his childhood in Grand Rapids, Michigan to his days on the University of Michigan football...
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When she was seven years old, Geraldine (Jerrie) Mock took her first airplane ride. She decided then and there to be a pilot. Growing up, she was inspired by radio broadcasts detailing the travels of aviatrix Amelia Earhart. Joan Merriam was 15 when she took her first plane ride in 1952. She got her pilot's license before she could even drive a car. And like Jerrie, Joan too was inspired by Earhart and wanted to circle the globe, following Earhart's...
18) Ancient India
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Explores the history of the ancient Indian civilization, discussing the Indians' rulers, daily life, and culture. Also describes the fall of the Indian empire. Includes a timeline, critical thinking questions, color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.
19) Ancient Greece
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Explores the civilization and history of ancient Greece, discussing daily life, religion, and government. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and resources for further information.
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"The Strenuous Life" is a collection of essays and speeches by American President Theodore Roosevelt including the title speech 'The Strenuous Life' in which he argues that strenuous effort and overcoming hardship were ideals to be embraced by Americans for the betterment of the nation. Also included are the following essays and speeches: Expansion And Peace, Latitude And Longitude Among Reformers, Fellow-Feeling As A Political Factor, Civic Helpfulness,...