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"A Palestinian family celebrates the stories of their homeland in this moving autobiographical picture book debut by Hannah Moushabeck. With heartfelt illustrations by Reem Madooh, Homeland: My Father Dreams of Palestine is a love letter to home, to family, and to the persisting hope of people, which transcends borders"-- Provided by publisher.
22) Morocco
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Describes the geography, plants and animals, history, economy, language, religions, culture, and people of Morocco, a unique northern African nation surrounded by both water and desert.
24) Chile
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"Located along the Pacific Coast of South America, Chile is a long, narrow country that is home to a striking variety of landscapes. From the Atacama Desert in the north to rainy Patagonia in the south to the snowy peaks of the Andes mountains in the east, there are stunning views everywhere you look. Readers will explore this beautiful nation in depth as they learn about its history and culture. "--Amazon.com.
25) The Netherlands
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Photographs, maps, interactive sidebars, text, and Internet resources help students learn about the geography, history, government, culture, people, art, and daily life of the Netherlands.
26) We the People
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2020.
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110 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm.
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See the U.S. Constitution in a new light with this bold, modern and accessible illustrated guide to the document that helped define democracy.
27) Delaware
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An introduction to the geography, natural resources, history, economy, important sites, daily life, and people of Delaware.
28) Brazil
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Describes the geography, plants, animals, history, economy, culture, and people of Brazil.
29) Grand Canyon
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"An exploration of the Grand Canyon on a grand scale, as only Jason Chin can illustrate and explain"-- Provided by publisher.
30) Philippines
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"In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of the Philippines. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry"-- Provided by publisher.
32) We carry the sun
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2025.
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From the first human settlements to today's modern metropolises, we have always relied on the sun for light, energy, and sustenance. We Carry the Sun traces the history of solar power from ancient south-facing villages to the Industrial Age and modern innovators; and from solar-powered steam engines to silicon solar panels. Lyrical and informed, Newbery Medal winner Tae Keller's debut picture book is also a timely call to action that asks young readers...
33) Nevada
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Describes the geography, history, economy, culture, and people of the state of Nevada, and includes ideas for classroom assignments.
34) Guatemala
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"Colorful. Busy. Warm. Welcome to Guatemala! Look insided to learn about the land, cities, food, holidays, and wildlife of this incredible country."--Page [4] of cover.
35) Thailand
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Thailand is home to a lush tropical climate, abundant natural resources, and a glorious history and culture that together stretch back thousands of years. Readers will find out how this beautiful Asian nation has preserved its culture over the centuries and what it is like to live their today. They will also learn about Thailand's remarkable plant and animal species, explore its most breathtaking landscapes, sample its finest cuisine, and more.
36) Ancient Egypt
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New Look! Relaunched with new jackets and 8 pages of new text! A detailed look at life in Egypt - from the pharaoh and his courtiers, through the mystical rites of the priests, to the world of the workers in the fields. Featuring stunning items from the tomb of Tutankhamun and jewelry from the royal palaces, Eyewitness Ancient Egypt shows how Egyptian palaces, Eyewitness Ancient Egypt shows how Egyptian nobles lived. Find out how they prepared for...
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Our universe (McAnulty) volume 5
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Meet Mars! The red planet. Planet Marvelous. Favorite sibling of Earth (or so he claims). Sometimes they're close (just 34.5 million miles apart). Sometimes they need space (250 million miles apart)! Earth and Mars have a lot in common--clouds, mountains, polar icecaps. And while Earth has Earthlings, Mars makes a persuasive case for why people should make the journey to spend time with him. His day is 7 minutes longer! He is home to the largest volcano...
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This encyclopedia offers readers the chance to explore the 63 national parks in the United States and its territories. Alongside photos of the parks, the text highlights each park's history, points of interest, and things to do. Features include glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
