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"The Indian Removal Act and the Trail of Tears tells one of the fascinating stories in the history of the United States. The title takes an in-depth look at some of the leaders, battles, events, and ideals that contributed to the country's growth and development in the first half of the 1800s"--
4) World War II
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Provides information on events leading up to the war, important battles and campaigns, political and military leaders, and the effects of the war on society and international relations.
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Take a look into the fascinating world of astronomy, why it is an intriguing STEM career, and the amazing work scientists in this field have accomplished throughout the years. Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Primary-source text Reviewed Table of contents This series helps you learn about how each field has developed, explore the everyday work of today's scientists, and discover exciting new fields of study on the cutting edge of science....
8) Pearl Harbor
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This title examines an important historic event, Pearl Harbor. Readers will learn about events leading up to the attack at Pearl Harbor, key players and happenings in attack, and the event's effect on society and politics. Color photos and informative sidebars accompany easy-to-read, compelling text. Features include a timeline, facts, additional resources, web sites, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index. Essential Events is a series in Essential...
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Step back in time and witness a turbulent time period for the Unites States: the Great Depression through World War II. The past will come to life with well-researched, clearly written informational text, primary sources with accompanying questions, charts, graphs, diagrams, timelines, and maps, multiple prompts, and more.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division...
10) Ancient Rome
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"In Ancient Rome, readers discover the history and impressive accomplishments of the ancient Romans, including their military power and feats of engineering. Engaging text provides details on the civilization's history, development, daily life, culture, art, technology, warfare, social organization, and more."--Publisher's web site.
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Go inside the Oval Office during the Cuban Missile Crisis to see the challenges faced by President John F. Kennedy, how he responded to difficult issues, and how he shaped the country during this pressing time in office. Detailed maps Glossary of key words Index Reviewed Table of contents Presidential Perspectives takes you into the Oval Office during some of the most pivotal moments in US history. See this history through the eyes of the presidents...
12) Passover
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"An overview of Passover, from the origin of the celebration to how it is practiced today. Clear, interesting text and vibrant photos grab and hold readers' interest, and QR Codes in each chapter link to book-specific videos, activities, and more. Features include a table of contents, fun facts, a timeline, an infographic, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index."--
13) The US Navy
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Learn about the US Navy though its history and the role it plays in protecting the United States today.
14) Lunar New Year
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"An overview of Lunar New Year, from the origin of the celebration to how it is practiced today." -- Publisher's summary.
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Introduces readers to significant developments in military technology and explores how those inventions and discoveries led to further advancements. Additional features include a table of contents, infographics to help readers learn more about the topic, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, a selected bibliography, and sources for further research. Author/Illustrator biography Educational front/back matter Glossary...
16) Science Fiction
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This title examines the genre of science fiction in Kindred, A Wrinkle in Time, 1984, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, and The 5th Wave. It features four analysis papers that consider science fiction, each using different critical lenses, writing techniques, or aspects of the genre. Critical thinking questions, sidebars highlighting and explaining each thesis and argument, and other possible approaches for analysis help students understand the...
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Travel back in time to find out what life was like before social media. Historical photographs, helpful infographics, and a "Blast from the Past" special feature provide readers an engaging overview of ways people shared their interests, got news, and connected with friends.
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This title examines the period the following the Civil War, in which the nation's leadership, former slaves, and veterans of the conflict grappled with the changes of the postwar era. Gripping narrative text, historic photographs, and primary sources make the book perfect for report writing. Features include a glossary, additional resources, source notes, and an index, plus a timeline and essential facts. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated...
19) Powerful Tanks
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Introduces readers to the tanks used by the US military today, how they work, and what makes them powerful. Additional features include a table of contents, infographics to help readers learn more about the topic, sidebars, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research. Author/Illustrator biography Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Infographics Informative sidebars...
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Discusses the lives of the two men responsible for the first flight of a machine powered aircraft on December 17, 1903, in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. Essential Lives introduces the people who have shaped the world, impacted humanity, and changed the course of history.