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1) Minnesota
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
"From the Mississippi's headwaters to one of the largest malls in the country, there's lots to see and do in Minnesota! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make Minnesota special"--Publisher's website.
2) Vermont
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"From skiing in the Green Mountains to touring the historic state capitol in Montpelier, there's lots to see and do in Vermont! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make Vermont special."--Amazon.com.
3) Nebraska
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.9 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
"From visiting a sod house from the 1800s to exploring a hand-planted forest, there's lots to see and do in Nebraska! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make Nebraska special"--Publisher's website.
4) Maine
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Describes the geography, history, economy, culture, and people of the state of Maine, and includes ideas for classroom assignments.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.5 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
"From searching for wildlife in Great Smoky Mountains National Park to watching NASCAR races at Charlotte Motor Speedway, there's lots to see and do in North Carolina! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make North Carolina special"--Publisher's website.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"From exploring the historic town of Harpers Ferry to crossing the famous New River Gorge Bridge, there's lots to see and do in West Virginia! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make West Virginia special."--Amazon.com.
7) Delaware
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"From Killens Pond State Park to Fenwick Island's Shipwreck Museum, there's lots to see and do in Delaware! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make Delaware special"--Publisher's website.
8) Father's Day
Author
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
[2006]
Language
English
Description
The third Sunday in June is a time to celebrate fathers and all those who are like fathers. This book discusses the origins of Father's Day and explains how songs, poems, and food can prove useful in showing our appreciation for fathers, stepfathers, uncles, grandfathers, and brothers. Celebrations in the United States are diverse and exciting. Through lively illustrations and reader-friendly text, this series explores some of our best-known patriotic,...
9) Thanksgiving
Author
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
[2006]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Thanksgiving is turkey, pumpkin pie, family gatherings, and a celebration of all the good things for which we're grateful. But how did out modern-day Thanksgiving traditions get their start? What was the first Thanksgiving like? Informative text and creative illustrations help kids learn the answer to this and more! Celebrations in the United States are diverse and exciting. Through lively illustrations and reader-friendly text, this series explores...
10) Cinco de Mayo
Author
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
[2006]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Viva Mexico! Pinatas, floats, and tasty food all play a role in the holiday that remembers Mexican independence. Kids learn the historical significance behind the festivities and gain an appreciation for the exciting traditions and rich cultural celebration associated with May 5. Celebrations in the United States are diverse and exciting. Through lively illustrations and reader-friendly text, this series explores some of our best-known patriotic,...
11) Mother's Day
Author
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
[2006]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
The second Sunday in May is a time to celebrate mothers and all those who are like mothers. This book discusses the origins of Mother's Day and explains how songs, poems, and food can prove useful in showing our appreciation for mothers, stepmothers, aunts, grandmothers, and sisters. Celebrations in the United States are diverse and exciting. Through lively illustrations and reader-friendly text, this series explores some of our best-known patriotic,...
12) Iowa
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"From learning how tractors are made to cooling off in the ice cream capital of the world, there's lots to see and do in Iowa! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make Iowa special"--Publisher's website.
13) Independence Day
Author
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
[2006]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Fireworks, parades, and picnics are just a few of the ways Americans commemorate their freedom every July. Colorful photos and engaging text tell the story of our struggle for independence from Great Britain. Young readers are sure to love the kid-friendly activities and recipes that offer new ways to bring the Fourth of July to life! Activities for further learning. Celebrations in the United States are diverse and exciting. Through lively illustrations...
14) South Dakota
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"From Crazy Horse Memorial to the colorful rocks in Badlands National Park, there's lots to see and do in South Dakota! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make South Dakota special."--Amazon.com.
15) Halloween
Author
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
[2006]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Legends of ghosts, goblins, and ghouls fill the air, and excited trick-or-treaters scurry from house to house hoping to fill their bags with sweet goodies. Halloween is among America's most treasured childhood holidays. This book traces the origins of Halloween and explains the old and new traditions associated with October 31. Celebrations in the United States are diverse and exciting. Through lively illustrations and reader-friendly text, this series...
16) Greece
Author
Publisher
Children's Press
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
Describes the geography, plants and animals, history, economy, language, religion, culture, sports and arts, and people of Greece.
17) Egypt
Author
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
2006.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.7 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
18) Brazil
Author
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
[2007]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
19) The Ku Klux Klan
Author
Series
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
2002.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Briefly introduces the origins, history, actions, and impact of the Ku Klux Klan, a hate group that targets a wide range of ethnic, religious, and cultural groups in the United States.
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