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"The United States of America is one of the most recognizable countries in the world. Because it stretches across the continent of North America, the country is home to an astonishing number of ecosystems and natural wonders. The United States also has many vibrant cities where locals and tourists alike can entertain themselves at theaters, sporting events, museums, and much more. In-depth sidebars and detailed maps enhance the engaging main text,...
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The leafy sea dragon and other masters of camouflage blend in so well with their surroundings that they become nearly invisible. Inflatable animals like the puffer fish blow up to the point of shapeshifting. Growing readers will discover how animal adaptations are much like superpowers.
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University of Texas Press
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2011.
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English
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What does it mean to be a westerner? With all the mythology that has grown up about the American West, is it even possible to describe "how it was, how it is, here, in the West---just that," in the words of Lynn Stegner? Starting with that challenge, Stegner and Russell Rowland invited several dozen members of the western literary tribe to write about living in the West and being a western writer in particular. West of 98 gathers sixty-six literary...
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Walter Foster Jr
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[2022]
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English
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"Fuzzy on punctuation? Bamboozled by adverbs? Perplexed by the difference between idioms and irony? That's totally understandable! But thinking you have to muddle your way through this confusion on your own? That's utter nonsense! This Know-Nonsense Guide to Grammar is packed with simple definitions (commas are used to separate words in a sentence and help readers know when to pause), memorable examples (The vampire loves cooking, his teddy bear,...
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Presents a unique new twist to the children's story of the three little pigs, as only one of the three pig brothers survives the hazardous experience of building a house.
Presents a unique new twist to the beloved children's story of the three little pigs.
10) Planets
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DK Publishing
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Offers a detailed look at the heavenly bodies that make up the solar system, describing the eight planets that orbit the Sun, the moons, asteroids, and dwarf planets in the system, and the spacecrafts humans have created to explore the stars.
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Jane Smith volume 1
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"Tough-as-nails criminal defense attorney Jane Smith is hip-deep in the murder trial of the century. Actually, her charmless client might've committed several murders. She's also fallen in love with a wonderful guy. And an equally wonderful dog, a mutt. But Jane doesn't have much time. She's just received a terminal diagnosis giving her twelve months. Unless she's murdered before her expiration date" --
14) England
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Introduces young readers to the geography and culture of England.
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In Morality for Beautiful Girls, Precious Ramotswe, founder and owner of the only detective agency for the concerns of both ladies and others, investigates the alleged poisoning of the brother of an important "Government Man," and the moral character of the four finalists of the Miss Beauty and Integrity Contest, the winner of which will almost certainly be a contestant for the title of Miss Botswana. Yet her business is having money problems, and...
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"Meet Sun: He's a star! And not just any star--he's one in a billion. He lights up our solar system and makes life possible. With characteristic humor and charm, Stacy McAnulty channels the voice of Sun in this next celestial "autobiography." Rich with kid-friendly facts and beautifully illustrated, this is an equally charming and irresistible companion to Earth! My First 4.54 Billion Years."--Amazon.com.
18) Mexico
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Bellwether Media
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2011.
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"Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Mexico"--Provided by publisher.
19) China
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This book briefly examines the history, people, and environment of the country of China.
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"Discover how our universe came to be in this delightful new picture book from the #1 science author for kids! First the quark, then the particle. First atom, then the molecule. First the sun, then the solar system. First the earth, then the life. First the love, then the child... Little scientists will learn all about how the universe evolved in this fun and unique science book for kids from award-winning physicist and creator of the Baby University...
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