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1) Universe
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English
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"Become an eyewitness to outer space and beyond in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of the universe. Children will [see] how past, present, and future space exploration has helped our understanding of the Sun, our Solar System, rocky planets, gas giants, and explosive stars. This ... guide for kids aged 9+ gives an insight into far-off galaxies and out-of-this-world objects captured by powerful space telescopes....
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English
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We have a glut of text and trade books on American history. But what we don't have is a compact, inexpensive, authoritative, and compulsively readable book that will offer to American readers a clear, informative, and inspiring narrative account of their own country. Such an account can shape and deepen their sense of the land they inhabit and, by making them understand that land's roots, and share in its memories, will equip them for the privileges...
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Wide Eyed editions
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
". . . Sets out to explore and explain the many underworlds, otherworlds, heavens and hells believed in by cultures from across the world, throughout history. From paradise gardens to fiery kingdoms, from shadowy isles of the dead to ghostly galleons on an eternal voyage"--
6) Greece
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Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
It's geography for a new generation, an invaluable resource for facts and figures, and a fascinating, highly visual introduction to the world's countries.
Look for full-color photos, original maps, interactive, browser-friendly sidebars, handy "fast facts," and an authoritative "to find our more" section, including Internet resources. Book jacket.
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"Grann revisits a ... series of crimes in which dozens of people were murdered in cold blood. Based on years of research and ... new evidence, the book [outlines the steps that reveal] a series of sinister secrets and reversals. But more than that, it is [an] ... indictment of the callousness and prejudice toward American Indians that allowed the murderers to operate with impunity for so long"--Amazon.com.
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Norton Young Readers, an imprint of W.W. Norton
Pub. Date
[2022]
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English
Description
"For readers too young for Astrophysics for Young People in a Hurry, this whimsical and well-founded picture book takes a leaf from a cookbook to show readers how the universe came into being. To bake a universe, you'll need a heaping pile of nothing. That's right, not a single thing! Just make sure you have enough. When you are happy with your amount of nothing, gather it all up and pop it on a baking tray. Alec Carvlin's breaks down the Big Bang...
9) Reptile
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DK Publishing
Language
English
Description
Become an eyewitness to how reptiles sense the world, move and use camouflage in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of these scaly creatures. Children will be mesmerized by the many different types of reptile species, from small pets to large crocodiles.
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Penguin Workshop, an Imprint of Penguin Random House
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Explore Antarctica--the coldest, driest, and windiest continent on Earth--in this adventure-filled title in the Who HQ series. Antarctica, the earth's southernmost continent, was virtually untouched by humans until the nineteenth century. Many famous explorers journeyed (and often died) there in the hope of discovering a land that always seemed out of reach. This book introduces readers to this desert--yes, desert!--continent that holds about 90...
12) Argentina
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Publisher
Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Discusses the history, geography, and people of Argentina as well as the country's rich culture and traditions and its beautiful natural areas.
13) Germany
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Series
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Cavendish Square Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
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English
Description
"Readers discover the complex history of Germany and how geography, government, and economics have worked together to help shape the culture of this country in this comprehensive look at one of Europe's most powerful nations. Readers interested in activism will be inspired by content relating to the concept of global citizenship. Those with an interest in travel are sure to enjoy fact boxes that highlight helpful German phrases for travelers and essential...
14) Welcome to Maine
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Doubleday Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"An illustrated introduction to the state of Maine"--
15) Texas
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Series
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Core Library, An Imprint of Abdo Publishing,|c[2023]
Pub. Date
2023
Language
English
Description
"From hiking along the Rio Grande at Big Bend National Park to learning about Texas history at the Alamo, there's a lot to see and do in Texas. This state lies in the South. Texas introduces the state's history, geography, climate, economy, people, and places."--|cProvided by publisher.
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Green Writers Press
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"There are treasures in the forest just behind Mason's house. In this first-of-its-kind foraging story told through the eyes of a third-generation mushroom hunter, Mason takes is cues from thunderstorms and apple blossoms to grab a basket and hit the woods. With his four-legged pal, buddy, Mason hunts edible mushrooms through lush Vermont landscapes as he scores morels in springtime, chanterelles and lobsters in summer, and black trumpets in auturmn...
17) Rome
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DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2016.
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English
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Describes the history and civilization of ancient Rome, from how gladiators fought and what daily life was like for people in Rome to the events at Pompeii.
18) The solar system
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DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"The perfect introduction for young readers who want to learn about our local star the Sun and the planets that orbit it. The Solar System covers space in thrilling detail and is the perfect book for space lovers everywhere. Packed with mind-blowing facts, this incredible book of the solar system is perfect for space lovers everywhere"-- Provided by publisher.
19) Puerto Rico
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Series
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Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing,|c[2023]
Pub. Date
2023
Language
English
Description
"From the Carnival celebration in Ponce to El Yunque National Forest, there's a lot to see and do in Puerto Rico. This island territory lies in the Caribbean. Puerto Rico introduces the state's history, geography, climate, economy, people, and places."--Provided by publisher.
Author
Publisher
Little Gestalten
Pub. Date
©2018
Language
English
Description
Space is all around us, but how much do we know? Where do we even begin? Space Kids is the building block upon which children can learn about our universe. Covering topics such as stars, planets, moons and rockets as well as the basics of gravity and how astronauts eat and sleep in space, Space Kids moves through complex ideas with an accessibly fresh and original style.
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