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Town leaders
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Emily C. Dawson |
"Describes common community helpers that a child might see around town. Includes visual literacy activity"--Provided by publisher. |
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Adam Sandler
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Michael A. Schuman |
"A biography of American comedian and actor Adam Sandler"--Provided by publisher. |
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Stars in the shadows
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Charles R. Smith |
"In 1934, Chicago was the setting for one of the most fascinating ballgames in history: the second annual East-West Games. Come step back in time to see the best of the best Negro League players take… |
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The BP oil spill
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Peter Benoit |
Photographs, maps, time lines, and easy-to-follow text describe the events surrounding the 2010 British Petroleum oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. |
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The security agencies of the United States
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Thomas Streissguth |
"Read about America's Security Agencies and how they keep us safe"--Provided by publisher. |
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My country
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Ellen Mitten |
In simple language, supplies basic facts about the United States, such as how where the country is located and how the voting system works. |
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Government entitlement
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Jeff Burlingame |
"Allows readers to use critical thinking to create informed opinions on where they stand on the issue of government entitlement"--Provided by publisher. |
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Iran and the West
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Philip Steele |
'Our World Divided: Iran and the West' examines Iran's history from the disputes over its oil supplies in World War I to its development of nuclear capabilities today. The issues over oil, nuclear de… |
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Adrian Peterson
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Aaron Frisch |
"An elementary introduction to the life, work, and popularity of Adrian Peterson, a professional football star who became the all-time leading rusher for the Minnesota Vikings"--Provided by publisher. |
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Ice!
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Laurence Pringle |
Presents a history of the ice business, detailing the processes of harvesting, storage, and distribution, with particular emphasis on activities at Rockland Lake, the "Icebox of New York City." |
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Statistics about U.S. special ops, past and present
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Kirsten W. Larson |
"Details the history of U.S. Special Operations with the help of statistics"-- |
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Yo, Sacramento!
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Will Cleveland |
Presents facts about each state with cartoon-style illustrations to serve as memory aids for the state capitals and quizzes to reinforce information. |
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World War I
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Peter I. Bosco |
Tells why America abandoned its isolationism to participate in World War I, and its significance for America. |
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Steven Caney's Kids' America
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Steven Caney |
Introduces aspects of American life from the colonial period to the present. Suggests such activities as handicraft projects, genealogy searches, and games. |
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The U.S.A. in pictures
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Stanley N. Miller |
Briefly describes the land, history, government, economy, and people of the United States. |
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