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Be inspired by the story of Elizabeth Blackwell, the first woman doctor in the United States. Blackwell worked her to make the field of medicine accessible to women during a time when women's rights was still being tackled. How did she change the medical field? Learn about her story by reading this book today.
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Give your child the chance to meet Confucius in the pages of this biography book. Reading biographies will not only reveal personal decisions, it will also showcase the circumstances of why such decisions were made. Encourage your child to read and learn from Confucius. Identify him as the founder of Confucianism, and even explain some of this teachings. Begin today.
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Discuss the life and works of Napoleon Bonaparte. Who was he and what was his role in the historic Louisiana Purchase, which furthered the reach of the US government? By reading historical biographies, you will be able to trace how decisions made in the past are affecting your life today.
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Who was Henry Ford and what was his contribution to the American industrial revolution? Read about the life and works of the man who created a new way to make cars. By reading biography books, you get the chance to catch a glimpse of the past. You learn about the conditions and inspirations that led to historic decisions. Grab a copy toda
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Read about the life of John Muir, and his advocacy. Understand the significance of his actions in conserving the ecology. Learning from inspiring stories is one way of ensuring lessons are picked up and well understood. Encourage an appreciation for lives lived to the fullest. Begin reading today.
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Sainetazos a la crisis es la última creación de José Cedena, el autor teatral contemporáneo que más éxito tiene en su género. Seis son los nuevos sainetes que componen esta nueva colección, que incluye la esperada segunda parte de El conde de Burra regresa de las cruzadas.
Contiene seis sainetes:
El conde de Burra regresa de las cruzadas (2ª parte)
La consulta de don Remigio
La consulta del "cinecólogo"
Don Sabino Curamanías
Abelardo y...
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Who was Mexican General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna? What was his role in the Texas War of Independence and eventual settlement of Texas? Reading about the past as well as the people who made significant decisions that forever changed history will allow you to learn from mistakes and successes.
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Mercy Otis Warren was a brave and brilliant woman. She used her writing prowess to fight in the US revolutionary period. This biography book is dedicated to the life and times of Mercy Otis Warren. What lessons can your child take away from her unique story of bravery? Go ahead and secure a copy of this biography book today.
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During the heat of the American Revolution, Thomas Paine created and distributed a pamphlet of Common Sense. What was written in that pamphlet? Why did Thomas Paine call it Common Sense? This inspiring historic book features the life and times of Thomas Paine, while highlighting his contributions in the revolution. Grab a copy today.
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Who was Stephen Austin and why was he called the Father of Texas? This book focuses on the life and works of Stephen Austin. It also touches on the historical settlement of Texas and the prevalent socio-economic conditions of the time. What an exciting book this is! Start reading today!
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St. Paul the Apostle was instrumental in the spread of Christian beliefs. He was a follower of Jesus, who journeyed throughout the Mediterranean region to preach and spread the teachings of Christ. How did he convince people to believe? How did he overcome the many obstacles along his path?Be inspired by his bravery, faith and determination. Buy a copy and start reading today.
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Kit Carson was a central figure during the US Westward Expansion from 1820 to 1850. During this time, the US was in a fur frenzy so to speak. Kit Carson was in the center of that because he was a famous fur trader and mountain man. He was also the guide who helped John C. Fremont cross the western territories. Learn from the life and works of Kit Carson.
13) Who Was Meriwether Lewis? Lewis and Clark Book for Kids Grade 5 Children's Historical Biographies
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This book is a continuation of an earlier Baby Professor title tackling the story of William Clark. This time, however, spotlight will be given to Meriwether Lewis. Lewis was not just an explorer, he was also a soldier, politician and public administration. Read on to find out his contributions especially in the US expansion.
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Identify the accomplishments of Louis Braille, who invented the Braille system that the blind use today. Read about his childhood, education and how he came to develop the Braille. Also, study how the Braille is used today and its overall impact to written communication. Be inspired by the story of Louis Braille. Read this book today.
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For a relatively easier farming compared to the 1700s, thank Cyrus McCormick. McCormick invented the mechanical reaper, which was hailed as a key invention that propelled the US economy forward. The mechanical reaper increased production and even improved the quality of harvests without the additional toll on farmers and harvesters. Read this book today.
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Charles Goodyear discovered rubber, a material that is still in use these days. But like other inventors, Charles didn't win right away. The tried and failed many times. He didn't give up until he discovered the answer to his issues. Learn about his life, his ambitions and the inspiration that held all his dreams together. Grab a copy and read his story today.
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Read about the story of Nicolaus Copernicus and how he challenged the Church with his theory of heliocentrism. Be inspired by his brilliance and also learn about the theory that he developed, too. What an amazing book on biography and space this is! So grab a copy and encourage your third grader to begin today.
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China has had many emperors. Some of them came down in history with many great achievements. One of these emperors was Shi Huangdi. Read about the life and works of Emperor Shi Huangdi and how he managed to unify northern China under one dynasty. What are his accomplishments that modern China enjoys to this day?
19) Brilliant Minds of the 19th Century Men, Women and Achievements Biography Grade 5 Children's Biog
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Let's talk about the 19th century as a time when much of our necessities were answered with technology. Let's talk about the 19th century with answers to economic riddles. This biography book for fifth graders features the likes of The Wright Brothers, Samuel F. Morse, Louis Braille, Elijah McCoy, Madam CJ Walker and Alexander Graham Bell. Read their stories. Begin today.
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King Hammurabi graced history books because of his Code of Law. The Code of Law sets the standards for punishments to meet the requirements of justice. In this book, you will learn about the great King Hammurabi, the man behind the Code of Law. With illustrations carefully matching written content, this book will make an interesting addition to your child's learning condition. Grab a copy today.
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