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Steven OTFINOSKI,Steven Otfinoski
Covers the rich tradition of African-American artists of the past with the best of today’s contemporary artists. Each entry in this revised volume provides a brief biographical sketch of the…
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In You Choose format, explores the history of Juneteenth Day, including the Emancipation Proclamation, the post-Civil War South, and efforts to end racism –
Titles taken from separate title pages; works bound back to back and inverted.
Using the biography text structure, explores the key leaders of the Revolutionary War –
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Powerful leaders emerged during the victories and defeats of the Civil War. Meet the people who planned the battles, led the attacks, and shaped the war between the Yankees and…
Steven Otfinoski
On May 31, 1889, heavy rains and a dam failure sent flood waters sweeping into Johnstown, Pennsylvania. The 50-foot-high wall of water quickly demolished much of the town. Will you…
Uses primary sources to tell the story of Westward Expansion in the United States –
Readers learn about the racoon, its anatomy, special skills, habitats, and diet.
Chronicles the history of rockets and rocketry science, discussing the contributions of China, Germany, the Soviet Union, and the U.S. and such topics as the space race, space shuttles, the…
Learn about the debate over gun control and how it has developed through our history.
In narrative nonfiction format, follows people who experienced life in Japanese internment camps during World War II. –Provided by publisher.
Published simultaneously in Canada –Title page verso.
Learn how recycling has grown in popularity over time and find out what kinds of careers are involved in this rapidly growing industry.
Calling All Innovators series introduces students to…
This fun new series offers a fascinating way to introduce youngsters to the characters in Greek mythology. Each book contains an Introduction that explains the origins of mythology, an A-Z…
In Sports on the Edge!, readers will get a close-up look at the most popular and mind-blowing extreme sports.
Explores sport of extreme surfing –Provided by publisher.
Details the origins and history of Sparta, notable battles waged by the Greek city-state, and what the life of a Spartan soldier was like on and off the battlefield.
The world of nature awaits you right in your own backyard. Fireflies light up the night like tiny stars. While on safari, learn how to identify and observe these extraordinary…
If you love animals, take a look at this book on a possible career as a zookeeper.
The world of nature awaits you right in your own backyard. Search for fast-flying Hummingbirds. While on safari, learn how to identify and observe these birds and discover their interesting…
The world of nature awaits you right in your own backyard. Search for intelligent Crows. While on safari, learn how to identify and observe these birds and discover their interesting…
Vivid storytelling brings American history to life and place readers in the shoes of twelve people who experienced an iconic moment of U.S. history - the Battle of the Alamo…
It’s the 1800s, and you are a child from a poor family. You have to go to work to keep from starving. Will you: Work as a pauper apprentice in…
Vivid storytelling brings American history to life and place readers in the shoes of people who experienced one of the worst fires in American history - the Great Chicago Fire…
Vivid storytelling brings American history to life and place readers in the shoes of ten people who experienced one of the most pivotal moments of the Civil Rights Movement -…
Vivid storytelling brings an incredible story to life and place readers in the shoes of people who experienced the most successful ditching in aviation history - the emergency river landing…
This volume explores the origins and history, basic tenets and beliefs, organizations and structure, practices, and influence of Roman Catholicism, and considers the role of the Catholic Church in the…
Presents the life and accomplishments of Henry Hudson, the famous explorer who lent his name to several geographic locations in North America.
Presents the life and accomplishments of David Livingstone, the missionary and explorer who was the first European to reach Victoria Falls in Southern Africa.
Traces the history of the television, from its beginnings to the digital era. Features informative text, black-and-white and full-color photographs, a glossary, a timeline, and a list of resources for…
This bright and fun book describes the behavior, conservation status, diet, habitat, life cycle, and physical characteristics of the koala.
The mesmerizing sea horse is a creature that we could watch for hours. This book helps kids who may never get to see a sea horse in person. It describes…
This book explores the origins, history, development, and societal impact of computers in the United States, discussing topics such as the invention of the microchip, the development of computer operating…
Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and landmarks of New Hampshire –Provided by publisher.
Oh oh, what’s that smell? It can only be a spraying skunk! This fun book provides comprehensive information on the anatomy, special skills, habitats, and diet of skunks. Readers will…
Wow those choppers are a scary sight! Your readers will meet the mighty alligator. This book provides comprehensive information on the anatomy, special skills, habitats, and diet of alligators.
