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Summary: As one of the most influential leaders of the American civil rights movement in the 1950s and 60s, Martin Luther King, Jr., is a towering figure in U.S. history. Readers will explore King's life, from his boyhood in Atlanta to his triumphant successes in breaking down the barriers of racism and segregation. They will also find out how King was influenced by peaceful leaders such as Mahatma...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2015
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Summary: Born into slavery, Frederick Douglass knew from an early age that all people deserved freedom. Readers will discover Douglass’s amazing story, from how he secretly educated himself and taught fellow slaves how to read to how he escaped to freedom and became one of the nation’s most persuasive voices for abolition.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2016
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Summary: Describes how plants and humans have interacted throughout history, detailing how people genetically modify plants to serve certain purposes, and why plants are important to the survival of all life on Earth.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2020
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Summary: "Learn all about nature's most incredible predators, from how different species hunt to what animals they prey upon"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2016
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Summary: Whether youre walking along a busy city street or enjoying the solitude of the wilderness, you are always surrounded by sound. Readers will learn how sound waves are formed and how they change as they move. They will also find out how people hear sound, how sound waves can be used in unexpected ways, how the properties of a sound wave affect the way it is heard, and much more. Features include...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic Inc. 2019
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Summary: "With about 9.5 million visitors per year, Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most popular national park in the country. One look at the incredible scenery of the Great Smoky Mountains is all it takes to see why so many people travel here from around the world. Readers will tour the park and find out which plants and animals live there. They will also learn how the park was formed,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2018
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Summary: "This book details the history, culture, geography and government of Illinois."--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 977.3 GREGregory, Josh
Summary: As the first African American ever to play for a major league baseball team, Jackie Robinson helped change race relations in America forever. Readers will learn about Robinson’s early success as a versatile athlete and the difficulties he faced in an era of widespread prejudice and segregation. The will also find out how he came to break pro baseball’s color barrier and how he used his fame to...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2016
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Summary: "How deep is Nevada's Lake Tahoe? One of the country's deepest lakes, it plunges to a depth of 1,640 feet (500m). Inside [this book] you'll find: why large parts of Nevada are empty of people; a timeline, photos -- and what Nevadans do for fun; surprising true facts that will shock and amaze you!" -- Back cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2018
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Summary: "Learn all about Grand Canyon National Park, including how it was formed, which wildlife can be found there today, and how it is affected by environmental issues."--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2018
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Summary: From the towering peaks of the Teton Range to the sprawling, green valley known as Jackson Hole, Grand Teton National Park is home to some of the most beautiful natural scenery in the United States. Readers will hike through the entire park to get a look at rare and fascinating plants and animals. They will also explore the park’s history, from how it was formed to how people first discovered it.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2018
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Summary: "This book details the history, culture, geography and government of Texas."--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2018
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Summary: Unlike most other states, Michigan is divided into two main pieces of land. To the north is the long, narrow Upper Peninsula. To the south, across Lake Michigan and Lake Huron, lies the mitten-shaped Lower Peninsula. Readers will travel across the entire state as they find out what life is like in Michigan. They will learn about the local history and government, sample the local cuisine, spot...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2018