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Summary: "Introduces the main native nations of the California area, including the Hupa, Yurok, Pomo, Pit River, Miwok, Yokuts, Chumash, Cahuilla, and Luiseno nations. The nations' historical significance, cultural highlights, and contemporary life are all examined through respectful text and well-chosen photos. Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative sidebars, detailed maps, a...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 979.4 NABShea, Therese
Summary: American landmarks sometimes evoke more than their original intent. For example, the Statue of Liberty was a gift symbolizing the friendship between France and the United States, but it became a welcoming monument to millions of immigrants heading to Ellis Island. This beautifully designed book offers numerous intriguing facts about American landmarks, including the Washington Monument, Statue...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 974.7 SHEShea, Therese.
Summary: Explore the lesser-known details about what makes a Green Beret tick, including the rigorous admissions requirements and top-secret missions.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Rosen Pub. 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 356.16 SHEReynoso, Naibe
Summary: Brief biographies in rhyme of 11 notable Latinos.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Con Todo Press 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J SPANISH 920 REYBarbo, Theresa M.
Summary: Jack Nickerson and his faithful lab, Sinbad, wake early one snowy Cape Cod morning, ready for winter fun. Meanwhile, miles away in the ocean, the crew of a cargo tanker ship called the "Pendleton" is in serious trouble. The waves and wind of a raging nor'easter rip the tanker in two, leaving the people to cling for their lives in the wicked, cold storm. There's no time to waste--the Coast...
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Publisher / Publication Date: The History Press 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Fiction, Call number: J FIC BARBader, Bonnie
Summary: Describes the history of the soccer World Cup, covering clothing and equipment, host stadiums, the rules, qualifying to participate, and the most successful teams.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Workshop, an imprint of Random House 2018
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Sport What BaderBaker, Brynn.
Summary: "Discusses the heroic actions and experiences of the Tuskegee Airmen and the impact they made during times of war or conflict"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 940.54 BAKBaker, Brynn.
Summary: "Discusses the heroic actions and experiences of the Navajo code talkers and the impact they made during times of war and conflict"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 940.54 BAKMoore, Shannon Baker
Summary: Discusses how in the 1940s, women broke free from traditional gender roles by piloting aircraft both on the homefront and in combat, making critical contributions to the Allied victory in World War II.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Essential Library, an imprint of Adbo Publishing 2017