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2) Gateway Arch
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The Gateway Arch is an important symbol of growth and diversity in the United States. Let's go visit! Visiting U. S. Symbols: Gateway Arch invites young readers in prekindergarten to grade 1 to explore the history and significance of this important American symbol. This series introduces important U. S. symbols and their locations, exploring the history and significance of each in language that early readers can understand. Each book includes vibrant...
3) La construcción de un imperio: La compra de Louisiana: Building an Empire: The Louisiana Purchase
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Español
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Learn About The Political Plotting And Intrigue Behind The Louisiana Purchase And Find Out How The New Land Was Charted By Lewis And Clark. Features Primary Sources, Historical Images, Chart, And Maps. Correlated To Common Core, Texas TEKS, Virginia Sols, And Georgia Performance Standards.
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Young learners will be introduced to an important stage in history when they read Building The Erie Canal. This book is filled with photographs, interesting facts, discussion questions, and more, to effectively engage young learners in such a significant re-telling of events. Each 48-page title in The History Of America Collection delves into complex narratives in history. Concise, but comprehensive, these titles are very approachable for transitioning...
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Español
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Life in America's first settlements was dangerous. Wars between colonies, native tribes, disease, and food shortages made survival a challenge. Features primary sources, historical images, chart, and maps. Correlated to Common Core, Texas Teks, Virginia Sols, and Georgia performance standards.
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Ever wondered what sort of silly things go on behind the White House doors? From alligators in the bathroom to sheep on the lawn, the United States presidents are full of surprising stories! Discover some of the wackiest, really weird, totally true presidential tales from throughout American history!
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Independence Hall is an important symbol of freedom in the United States. Let's go visit! Visiting U. S. Symbols: Independence Hall invites young readers in prekindergarten to grade 1 to explore the history and significance of this important American symbol. This series introduces important U. S. symbols and their locations, exploring the history and significance of each in language that early readers can understand. Each book includes vibrant photos,...
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English
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Young learners will be introduced to an important stage in history when they read Immigrants To America. This book is filled with photographs, interesting facts, discussion questions, and more, to effectively engage young learners in such a significant re-telling of events. Each 48-page title in The History Of America Collection delves into complex narratives in history. Concise, but comprehensive, these titles are very approachable for transitioning...
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Español
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The Great Lakes Region Of The United States Has A Rich History. Learn About The Important Role The Great Lakes Played In Trade And Industry As America Entered The Modern Era. Features Primary Sources, Historical Images, Chart, And Maps. Correlated To Common Core, Texas TEKS, Virginia Sols, And Georgia Performance Standards.
11) Bud, Not Buddy
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English
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BUD, NOT BUDDY: This nonfiction companion to Christopher Paul Curtis's novel Bud, Not Buddy explores what life was like during the Great Depression, particularly in the African American community.
A CLOSER LOOK: Find out more about jazz, unions, Hoovervilles, and Pullman porters, all elements of life in Flint, Michigan, during the 1930s.
NONFICTION COMPANIONS: This series of 48-page books takes popular, grade-appropriate fiction titles and provides...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The Washington Monument is an important symbol of respect and gratitude in the United States. Let's go visit! Visiting U. S. Symbols: Washington Monument invites young readers in prekindergarten to grade 1 to explore the history and significance of this important American symbol. This series introduces important U. S. symbols and their locations, exploring the history and significance of each in language that early readers can understand. Each book...
13) Pearl Harbor
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Pearl Harbor is an important symbol of sacrifice in the United States. Let's go visit! Visiting U. S. Symbols: Independence Hall invites young readers in prekindergarten to grade 1 to explore the history and significance of this important American symbol. This series introduces important U. S. symbols and their locations, exploring the history and significance of each in language that early readers can understand. Each book includes vibrant photos,...
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Español
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Immigrants Helped Make America The Great Nation It Is Today. Learn About The Challenges They Faced As Well As The Important Contributions They Made To The United States. Features Primary Sources, Historical Images, Chart, And Maps. Correlated To Common Core, Texas TEKS, Virginia Sols, And Georgia Performance Standards.
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Young learners will be introduced to an important stage in history when they read Spanish Missions: Forever Changing The People Of The Old West. This book is filled with photographs, interesting facts, discussion questions, and more, to effectively engage young learners in such a significant re-telling of events. Each 48-page title in The History Of America Collection delves into complex narratives in history. Concise, but comprehensive, these titles...
16) Bayard Rustin
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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In this illustrated biography, elementary-aged readers will learn about the early life and greatest accomplishments of an important African American leader in civil rights, Bayard Rustin.
BIOGRAPHY READERS FOR CHILDREN: Bayard knew how to help people work together for equality without violence, and played a role in one of the most important Civil Rights events in American history. In this high-interest reader, you'll discover fascinating facts about...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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LEADERS LIKE US: In this illustrated biography, elementary-aged readers will learn about the early life and greatest accomplishments of an important African American leader in medicine, Rebecca Lee Crumpler.
BIOGRAPHY READERS FOR CHILDREN: Ever since she was young, Rebecca wanted to help people feel better, even before people knew much about modern medicine. She became the first African American woman doctor in the United States. In this high-interest...
18) Shirley Chisholm
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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LEADERS LIKE US: In this illustrated biography, elementary-aged readers will learn about the early life and greatest accomplishments of an important African American leader in the United States government, Shirley Chisholm.
BIOGRAPHY READERS FOR CHILDREN: Shirley knew that the world needed change, so she began to organize people and fight to make a difference. Working in the government could help her improve peoples' lives! In this high-interest...
19) Major Taylor
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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LEADERS LIKE US: In this illustrated biography, elementary-aged readers will learn about the early life and greatest accomplishments of an important African American leader in sports, Major Taylor.
BIOGRAPHY READERS FOR CHILDREN: "Major" loved to ride his bike. He raced and did tricks, winning award after award. He became one of the best bicycle racers in the United States in just a few years. What happened to this amazing athlete? In this high-interest...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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LEADERS LIKE US: In this illustrated biography, elementary-aged readers will learn about the early life and greatest accomplishments of an important African American leader in music, Rosetta Tharpe.
BIOGRAPHY READERS FOR CHILDREN: Rosetta could sing and play guitar like no one had ever heard before. From her church's stage to Carnegie Hall, she brought her incredible gift of music to the world. In this high-interest reader, you'll discover fascinating...
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