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Abraham Lincoln Abraham Lincoln Lucia Raatma A biography of Abraham Lincoln, the sixteenth president of the United States, known as a wise and compassionate man and an eloquent speaker, whose determination helped preserve the Union during the C… OL15050490W
Ancient Rome Ancient Rome Lucia Raatma Describes the history, government, people, culture, aspects of daily life, and enduring legacy of Ancient Rome. OL15050496W
Benjamin Franklin Benjamin Franklin Lucia Raatma A biography of Benjamin Franklin, a founding father of the United States plus an inventor and scientist best known for his work with lightning and electricity, along with inventing the bifocal glasse… OL15050499W
The carpetbaggers The carpetbaggers Lucia Raatma Discusses the Reconstruction Era, the name of the period following the Civil War, and the citizens who moved from the Northern to the Southern United States, known as carpetbaggers, and their experie… OL15050506W
Crawl low under smoke Crawl low under smoke Lucia Raatma Explains how to leave a building safely during a fire, emphasizing staying low to avoid smoke and using alternate ways out. OL15050515W
The Harlem Renaissance The Harlem Renaissance Lucia Raatma An introduction to the period in the 1920s known as the Harlem Renaissance, when the expression of African American creativity in many forms flourished. OL15050530W
How books are made How books are made Lucia Raatma Describes the process of making a book including the work done by authors, editors, proofreaders, designers, and printers. OL15050535W
Jane Addams Jane Addams Lucia Raatma A biography of Jane Addams, who established Hull-House in Chicago in 1889 to provide medical and legal services, educational opportunities, and social interactions to immigrants and other victims of … OL15050542W
John F. Kennedy John F. Kennedy Lucia Raatma A biography discussing the personal life, education, and political career of the thirty-fifth President of the United States, John F. Kennedy. OL15050545W
The minutemen The minutemen Lucia Raatma Describes how the Minutemen, the soldiers who fought the first battles of the American Revolutionary War, fought against British troops in the Battle of Lexington and in the Battle of Concord. OL15050560W
Our national parks Our national parks Lucia Raatma Explains the history of the national parks in the United States, and how the parks are managed and enjoyed today. OL15050562W
Paul Revere's ride Paul Revere's ride Lucia Raatma Profiles the life of Paul Revere, silversmith and patriot, best known for his ride through the Massachusetts countryside, warning that the British were coming. OL15050564W
Responsibility Responsibility Lucia Raatma 24 p. : 22 cm OL15050571W
Safety at home Safety at home Lucia Raatma Explains how to prevent accidents around the home and deal with emergencies, covering such topics as electricity, medicines, and fires. OL15050575W
Safety at the swimming pool Safety at the swimming pool Lucia Raatma Discusses the safety aspects of swimming in a public pool, including such topics as having a buddy, listening to the lifeguards, shallow and deep water, diving boards, and emergencies. OL15050577W
Safety on the playground Safety on the playground Lucia Raatma Discusses how to safely use swings, slides, and other playground equipment. OL15050587W
Susan B. Anthony Susan B. Anthony Lucia Raatma A biography of Susan Anthony, a brave women who worked for equal rights of all people, including women's rights and the rights of African-Americans. OL15050607W
Swedish Americans Swedish Americans Lucia Raatma A brief introduction to Swedish Americans, their historical backgrounds, customs and traditions, their impact on society, and life in the United States today. OL15050609W
Jacqueline Kennedy Jacqueline Kennedy Lucia Raatma "Simple text and photographs describe the life of Jacqueline Kennedy"--Provided by publisher. OL15050622W
Michelle Obama Michelle Obama Lucia Raatma "Simple text and photographs describe the life of Michelle Obama"--Provided by publisher. OL15050623W
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