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1) Connecticut
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
Connecticut. How did Connecticut get its name? The word Connecticut comes from an Algonquian word that means "long tidal river." Inside, you'll find: what people do for fun in Connecticut; A timeline, photos-and what role Connecticut has played in U.S. history; Surprising TRUE facts that will shock and amaze you!.
2) New Mexico
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Formats
Description
Provides an introduction to the history, culture, geography, and government of New Mexico.
3) California
Author
Series
Publisher
Marshall Cavendish Benchmark
Pub. Date
[2011]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.9 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
Surveys the history, geography, government, and economy of California as well as the diverse ways of life of its people.
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
2005.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Follows the discovery and excavation of the tomb of King Tutankhamen, also known as King Tut, and the myth of the curse that afflicted those involved in the tomb's exploration. Written in graphic-novel format.
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
It's one of the most famous sports images of all time. Former heavyweight boxing champion Sonny Liston is sprawled on his back in the boxing rim. Muhammad Ali stands over Liston, holding his right hand as if ready to throw another punch. The reigning world champion had just thrown a short, right-handed punch to the side of Liston's head. In a flash, Liston had gone down. The photo of the angry Ali standing over the fallen challenger was taken in an...
8) South Dakota
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.5 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
Explores the land, people, history, economy, and travel opportunities of the state of South Dakota.
Author
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
[2003]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Introduction to one of the United States' original colonies, Connecticut. Describes its origins, its leaders, and the colony's role in America's independence from Great Britain. Help children discover America's thrilling early history with Our Thirteen Colonies. Each book begins with the prehistory of one colony, describing the Native Americans who inhabited that area, and then honestly portrays the arrival of European settlers and the growth of a...
Author
Series
Publisher
National Geographic Kids
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"Weird But True! Know-It-All titles take the same classic branding of Weird But True and dive deeper to provide kids with a comprehensive overview of everything they need to know about a single subject, while packing in all the wacky, weird tidbits! This edition explores a complicated and timely subject: the government of the United States!"--
12) Illinois
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.5 - AR Pts: 4
Language
English
Description
Describes the history, geography, ecology, people, economy, cities, and sights of the state of Illinois, and includes ideas for classroom assignments.
Author
Series
Publisher
Compass Point Books
Pub. Date
[2001]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Examines the political situation in America at the time of the troubles between England and her colonies there and describes how the Declaration of Independence was written and accepted.
14) George W. Bush
Author
Publisher
Compass Point Books
Pub. Date
[2004]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
A biography of the forty-third president of United States which discusses his personal life, education, and political career.
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
2013.
Language
English
Description
You're one of millions of immigrants leaving your home in the early 1900s to move to the United States. You're searching for a better life. Ellis Island, near New York City, is your first stop in your search for opportunity and freedom. Officials on the island have been processing immigrants there for decades, but not everyone gets through. If you pass the tests, you're on your way to a new life in the United States. If you don't, you may find yourself...
17) Chile
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.4 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
"Located along the Pacific Coast of South America, Chile is a long, narrow country that is home to a striking variety of landscapes. From the Atacama Desert in the north to rainy Patagonia in the south to the snowy peaks of the Andes mountains in the east, there are stunning views everywhere you look. Readers will explore this beautiful nation in depth as they learn about its history and culture. "--Amazon.com.
Author
Series
Great escapes (HarperCollins) volume 1
Publisher
HarperCollins
Pub. Date
[2020]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
"The epic story of William Ash and the escape from Stalag Luft III German POW camp during World War II"--
19) Rhode Island
Author
Series
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
2009.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
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