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Making of America (Abrams) volume 3
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"The third installment of the Making of America series, Abraham Lincoln, tells of one of our most beloved presidents. Born in a cabin deep in the backwoods of Kentucky, growing up in a family considered "the poorest of the poor," Lincoln rose to become the sixteenth president of the United States. As president, he guided the United States through the Civil War, helped end slavery in America, and strengthened the federal government. Unlike other biographies,...
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"The updated and expanded edition of the hit Space Encyclopedia presents the most up-to-date findings on space exploration and research and breathtaking views of the universe, as captured by the latest and greatest technology, including the recent first ever image of a black hole. This complete reference contains everything kids need to know about our sun and planets including the new dwarf planets, the formation of the universe, space travel, the...
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[2018]
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108 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
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"Get to know the Dalai Lama, Tibet's spiritual leader and one of the most popular world leaders today. Two-year-old Lhamo Thondup never imagined he would be anything other than an ordinary child, but after undergoing a series of tests, he was proclaimed the 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet. By age 15, he found himself the undisputed leader of six million people who were facing the threat of a full-scale war from the Chinese. After the defeat of the Tibetan...
7) Africana
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2022.
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89 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 32 cm
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"Explore the deep history of Africa's 54 unique countries, from being the birthplace of humanity and the rise of its powerful kingdoms, to the devastating impact of its colonial past. Then join us to celebrate Africa's awe-inspiring nature, its vibrant food, festivals and customs. Visit its bustling cities and meet the pioneers, musicians, artists, and innovators who call this land home."--
8) Deb Haaland
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2023.
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67 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm
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As a child of two military parents, Deb Haaland moved around a lot when she was young before finally settling in Albuquerque to be near family. But she persisted, studying hard and eventually earning a law degree. An enrolled member of the Pueblo Laguna nation, Deb was one of the first two Native American women to be elected to Congress, where she represented New Mexico's 1st District. In 2021, when the Senate confirmed her as President Biden's secretary...
11) Grace Lee Boggs
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2023
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24 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm.
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This biography tells the story of philosopher and activist Grace Lee Boggs, a Chinese American woman who went from earning a PhD in philosophy to becoming an activist in the black power movement in Detroit. She used ideas about revolution to inspire people to create a new world and imagine a new way of living.
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[2020]
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108 pages : illustrations, map ; 20 cm.
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"Benedict Arnold fought for the colonies during the American Revolution and was even considered a patriotic war hero after being wounded in battle. But in 1780, he made a decision that no one could anticipate. He betrayed his fellow Americans and joined the British army"--
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2021
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96 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
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The world is full of people who are a little different in one way or another. Our uniqueness is what makes us stand out and makes us who we are. You can never judge someone on something you can not see or even on the things you can see. We are all special. We are all unique. We are all 'different; not less'. A collection of true stories about inspiring people and famous figures from around the world, all with something that makes them physically or...
16) Earth and space
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Explore and learn volume 1
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[2000]
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96 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 29 cm
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"Look inside a volcano, plant your own desert, step inside a forest, go space walking, search for special words, read the stories and legends, answer the quiz questions"--Cover
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2019.
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159 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (chiefly color), map ; 24 cm.
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"Discover the wonder of wolves from Emmy-award winning filmmakers Jim and Jamie Dutcher as they tell their story of the six years they watched, learned about, and lived with the Sawtooth wolf pack." -- From Amazon.com summary.
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A picture book portrait of the first Black justice on the Supreme Court, presented by two Coretta Scott King Honor winners, includes coverage of Thurgood Marshall's upbringing in segregated Baltimore, achievements with the NAACP and contributions to landmark equality rulings.
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"What is it like to float weightlessly in the air? What happens if you vomit in your helmet during a spacewalk? How do astronauts go to the bathroom? Is it true that they don't shower? Can farts really be deadly in space? Best-selling Mary Roach has the answers. In this whip-smart, funny, and informative young readers adaptation of her best-selling Packing for Mars, Roach guides us through the irresistibly strange, frequently gross, and awe-inspiring...
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