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Author
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield
Pub. Date
[2023].
Language
English
Description
"Exploring American Jewish History through 50 Historic Treasures offers students and general readers new perspectives on the rich complexity of Jewish experiences in America. As one of America's most fascinating and enduring minorities, American Jews have played key roles in every era of American history and every region of the country. The 50 treasures are depicted in full color and range from a family cookbook to a college campus and include items...
Author
Series
Publisher
Encyclopedias, an imprint of Abdo Reference
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
From fighter jets to cargo trucks, vehicles help the US military accomplish its many missions around the globe. This title examines a wide variety of these vehicles, exploring how they work and how they are used. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Encyclopedias is an imprint of Abdo Reference, a division of ABDO. --
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo Reference an imprint of ABDO
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
Together, the branches of the US military defend the nation at sea, in the air, and on land. This title explores the history of each military branch, how it has evolved over time, and what its role is today. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index.
Author
Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Wildfires have been part of the American landscape for thousands of years. Forests need fire--it's as necessary to their well-being as soil and sunlight. But some fires burn out of control, destroying everything and everyone in their path. In this book, you'll find out about how and why wildfires happen, how different groups . . . have managed forests and fire, the biggest wildfires in American history--how they began and . . . stories of both rescue...
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
Taylor Swift is one of the most popular singers in the world, and a billionaire who writes her own songs and plays several instruments. Find out how she became the star she is today from growing up on a Christmas tree farm in Pennsylvania.
Author
Series
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
[2015], c2014
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.8 - AR Pts: 7
Language
English
Description
Documents the stories of ten real-life war heroes who served in the Vietnam War, including a helicopter pilot who braves a daring rescue of dozens of severely wounded soldiers under attack by the enemy.
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
2024.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Raised in a skiing family, Mikaela Shiffrin seemed destined to be a skiing star from birth. In her very first Olympics, she became the youngest Olympic champion in her event. She would go on to compete in three more Olympic games. Learn about her journey to the Olympics, the challenges she faced, and how she has become an American Olympic skiing legend"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo Reference an imprint of ABDO
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
Since the founding of the United States, wars have shaped the nation's history. This title explores the major conflicts in which the US military has been involved, examining the causes of these wars, how they were fought, and what their results were. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index.
Publisher
Odd Dot
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"This uplifting read-aloud is a heartfelt wish for all children and a timeless introduction to the Grammy Award-winning and multi platinum singer and songwriter. You are fearless presents Taylor Swift's inspirational journey, encouraging children to be fearless, defy limits, and follow their hearts. Perfect for Swifties of all ages!"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo Reference an imprint of ABDO
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
From rifles to ballistic missiles, weapons provide the US military with the firepower it needs to accomplish its many missions around the globe. This title examines a wide variety of these weapons, exploring how they work and how they are used. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index.
12) One big open sky
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
In the 1870s, a Black family undertakes a perilous wagon journey westward for a tenuous shot at freedom in Nebraska.
14) American royals
Author
Series
Publisher
RBA Molina
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
Español
Description
La princesa Beatrice siempre ha aceptado su deber, pero empieza a acusar la presión a medida que se acerca el día de convertirse en la primera soberana de Estados Unidos. A nadie le importa Samantha, la princesa sustituta, salvo cuando incumple las normas; así que ella tampoco se interesa por nada... De haber nacido una generación antes, Jefferson, el gemelo de Samantha, hubiera sido el primero en la línea sucesoria, pero las nuevas leyes lo...
Author
Publisher
Versify, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
From preschool to higher education and everything in between, Everything I Learned About Racism I Learned in School focuses on the experiences Black and Brown students face as a direct result of the racism built into schools across the United States. The overarching nonfiction narrative follows author Tiffany Jewell from early elementary school through her time at college, unpacking the history of systemic racism in the American educational system...
16) Terry's crew: 1
Author
Publisher
Little, Brown and Company, Hachette Book Group
Pub. Date
2022.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Inquisitive young artist Terry strives to make space for himself as the new kid at Rock City Academy, a place where he can finally hone his talents. Terry learns the consequences of dreaming big and the value of real friends along the way"--
17) The Thicket
Author
Publisher
Dynamite Books
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
None of it was supposed to be real. The screams, The monsters. The blood. So Norah Lewis ignored her brother's screams. Just like everyone else at the Thicket. Management is quick to dismiss the incident as an isolated tragedy, promising heightened security and a new "no masks" policy. Parents' groups lobby for a shutdown while thrill seekers--including many of Norah's classmates--clamor for a chance to visit the notorious "real" haunted attraction....
18) Fiddler's green
Author
Series
Fin's Revolution volume 2
Publisher
Rabbit Room Press
Pub. Date
2013.
Language
English
Description
From the backwaters of Georgia to the taverns of Philadelphia, Fin Button is the talk of the colonies. The British say she's a pirate. The Americans call her a mutineer. The crew of the Rattlesnake call her the most unlikely thing of all: captain. But with the Revolution on the verge of defeat, the Congress offers Fin a deal. If she can free a noblewoman held captive by pirates, the French may be persuaded to join the war. Fin's reward? A full pardon....