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Learn about the brave men and women who fought to end slavery. This book introduces young readers to heroes such as Frederick Douglass, William Lloyd Garrison, and Harriet Tubman. Explore the Underground Railroad, the long struggle between free states and slave states, the Emancipation Proclamation, and the Thirteenth Amendment. A map explains the Missouri Compromise, while an illustrated timeline helps readers trace the evolution of this important...
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While women were part of American history from the outset, they did not win the right to vote until 1920. Readers of this engrossing history of the women's suffrage movement will discover its roots in the abolitionist movement. They'll read about the Declaration of Sentiments from the 1848 women's rights convention in Seneca Falls, New York, which stated, "all men and women are created equal." The book also discusses how the fight for women's rights...
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For millions of people, leaving home and coming to America meant giving up family and all things familiar. For more than sixty years, one site was the first place in America all new immigrants saw. Find out why Ellis Island holds such an important place in America's history.
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This magnificent arch rises on the banks of the Mississippi River in St. Louis, Missouri. The nation's tallest monument is the centerpiece of the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, honoring Thomas Jefferson's vision of westward expansion. This magnificent arch rises on the banks of the Mississippi River in St. Louis, Missouri. The nation's tallest monument is the centerpiece of the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, honoring Thomas Jefferson's...
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One of the most visited places in North America, Grand Canyon National Park is like an open window to Earth's geologic history. The carving of the canyon's walls by erosion left a cross-section of the Earth's crust from millions and millions of years ago. See for yourself how grand and beautiful this gorgeous gorge really is.
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In the 1770s before the United States was a nation, most people lived on farms. But Williamsburg in Virginia Colony was a busy town with wide streets, grand public buildings, bustling shops, and a large market squareand 2,000 people! Find out how Williamsburg today gives us a fascinating window into America's past.
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From the British surrender in Yorktown to the Civil War to Women's Suffrage and the fight for Civil Rights, one powerful witness to American history played an important role. Discover why the old cracked bell in Philadelphia is still one of our nation's most-loved symbols.
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History recognizes the leadership and voice Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. brought to the civil rights movement in 1960s America. A 30-foot tall statue of Dr. King gazes into the future full of hope for all humanity. His words of peace are carved in the walls of the monument as a reminder to all Americans of the power of peaceful protest. Learn all about the first national memorial to an African American.
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AV2 by Weigl
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©2017
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"Did you know that Halloween began as a day that marked the start of the winter season? Many people decorate their shomes for Halloween. Explore these and other fascinating facts in 'Veterans Day', a Celebrate American Holidays book."
"¿Sabías que la Noche de Brujas comenzó como un día que marcaba el comienzo del invierno? Much gente decora sus casas para la Noche de Brujas. Explora estos y otros datos fascinantes en La Noche de Brujas, uno de...
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She was a gift of friendship and peace between France and the United States. Now "Liberty Enlightening the World" stands as a symbol of America's embrace of freedom and democracy. Find out why 4 million visitors each year visit this majestic statue in New York's harbor.
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As the flagship of the National Park Service, Yellowstone National Park has a special place in the hearts and minds of conservationists. Thanks to the leadership of far-sighted President Ulysses S. Grant and adventurer President Theodore Roosevelt, today we can enjoy nature as it was in the early days of our nation.
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Kane Press
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Abolitionists like Harriet Tubman, Frederick Douglass, and Sojourner Truth fought for freedom from slavery for all African Americans. They fought with speeches, writings, and even daring rescue missions! Every year on both Emancipation Day and Juneteenth we honor and continue their fight for freedom and equality.
18) Presidents' Day
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Since George Washington, the United States has had many presidents. Let's celebrate them and the work they did on Presidents' Day.
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Christmas and Hanukkah light up the winter with festive celebrations, and readers learn how to add to the fun with their own origami crafts. This multicultural guide to popular holidays introduces readers to a variety of paper folding projects, including Christmas cards, Santa Claus, a menorah, and a dreidel. Clear, step-by-step instructions with visual examples help readers master each project, and helpful tips and materials lists ensure they're...
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Easter is a colorful holiday, which makes it perfect for the bright and beautiful art of origami. As readers learn fun facts about popular Easter symbols, such as eggs and bunnies, they also learn how to make them using folded and creased paper. Each project is broken down into easy-to-follow steps that are accompanied by visual examples and explained using encouraging text. In addition, helpful tips and materials lists prepare readers for these projects...
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