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Author
Series
Publisher
Sequence, published by Amicus and Amicus Ink
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations and photographs ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
From initial design to grand opening, this nonfiction early chapter book shows how the Gateway Arch was engineered and built.
As the tallest arch in the world, the Gateway Arch in St. Louis is an engineering feat. Millions each year travel to the viewing deck on top using the unique tram system. Elementary readers will learn why the "gateway to the west" was built and how engineers designed and constructed it. A progressive timeline highlights the...
Author
Series
Publisher
Sequence, published by Amicus and Amicus Ink
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations and photographs ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
From design to dedication, this nonfiction early chapter book shows how the Vietnam Veterans Memorial was engineered and built.
Featuring over 58,000 Vietnam War soldiers' names, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial draws millions of people to its reflective black granite wall each year. Elementary readers will learn why this memorial was built, the controversy over Maya Lin's design, and how it became one of the most visited national monuments in America....
Author
Series
Publisher
Sequence, published by Amicus and Amicus Ink
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations and photographs ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
From design to grand opening, this nonfiction early chapter book shows how the One World Trade Center was engineered and built.
As the tallest skyscraper in North America, One World Trade Center attracts millions of visitors to its observation deck each year. This Freedom Tower stands for hope in the wake of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. Elementary readers will learn how architects designed the tower and how engineers made it one of...
Author
Series
Publisher
Sequence, published by Amicus and Amicus Ink
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations and photographs ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
From blasting a mountainside to carving four presidents' heads, this nonfiction early chapter book shows how Mount Rushmore was engineered and built.
Tucked away in the South Dakota Black Hills, Mount Rushmore attracts millions of visitors each year. Elementary readers will learn about Gutzom Borglum's idea and how it was carved from a mountain. A progressive timeline highlights the building sequence, from idea to national landmark. Carefully leveled...
Author
Series
Publisher
Sequence, published by Amicus and Amicus Ink
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations and photographs ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
From design to dedication, this nonfiction early chapter book shows how the Golden Gate Bridge was engineered and built.
Once the world's longest suspension bridge, the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco was an engineering triumph of its time. Elementary readers will learn how engineers designed the bridge and what obstacles construction crews faced. A progressive timeline highlights the building sequence, from idea to national landmark. Carefully...
Author
Series
Publisher
Pop!, a division of ABDO
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations and photographs ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
This book introduces readers to the ancient Greek civilization. Dive into the complex history and accomplishments of the Greeks. Their mythology, philosophy, geography, and lasting impact on the world are explored in easy-to-read text and colorful photos. Sidebars, maps, more facts, and QR codes are included in this title.
Author
Series
Publisher
Sequence, published by Amicus and Amicus Ink
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations and photographs ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
As a symbol of freedom and democracy, the Statue of Liberty once welcomed new immigrants to America. Today, the iron monument attracts millions of people to its island. Elementary readers will learn why France gifted the United States with a statue and how it was built in both countries. A progressive timeline highlights the construction sequence, from idea to national landmark. Carefully leveled text and historical photographs inspire future engineers...
8) The Aztecs
Author
Series
Publisher
Pop!, a division of ABDO
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations and photographs ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
This book introduces readers to the Aztec civilization. Dive into the complex rise and fall and accomplishments of the last ancient empire of Mexico. Their religion, geography, and lasting impact on the world are explored in easy-to-read text and colorful photos. Sidebars, maps, more facts, and QR codes are included in this title.
Author
Series
Publisher
Pop!, a division of ABDO
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations and photographs ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
This book introduces readers to the famous setting where human civilization began. Dive into a few empires that called Mesopotamia their home and learn about their history and accomplishments. The geography, religion, and lasting impact Mesopotamia had on the world is explored in easy-to-read text and colorful photos. Sidebars, maps, more facts, and QR codes are included in this title.
Author
Publisher
Crown Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Random House Children's Books, a division of Penguin Random House LLC
Pub. Date
[2024]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 26 cm.
Language
English
Description
The US government claimed anyone of Japanese descent was an enemy due to the Pearl Harbor bombing.
George and his family had committed no crime. They were American in every way. But because they looked like the enemy, they were forcibly removed from their home. My Lost Freedom is Star Trek actor, activist, and American icon George Takei's story about growing up in Japanese American incarceration camps during World War II. It's about how Daddy and...
11) The Civil War
Author
Publisher
The Child's World
Pub. Date
[2024]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color photographs ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Presents an overview of the Civil War, including history, important people and battles, and a time line of events.
13) The Korean War
Author
Publisher
The Child's World
Pub. Date
[2024]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color photographs ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Presents an overview of the Korean War, including history, important people and battles, and a time line of events.
Author
Series
Publisher
Pop!, a division of ABDO
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations and photographs ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
The book introduces readers to the ancient Roman civilization. Dive into the complex history and accomplishments of one of the world's most impressive empires. The Romans' leaders, geography, religion, and lasting impact on the world are explored in easy-to-read text and colorful photos. Sidebars, maps, more facts, and QR codes are included in this title.
15) The Inca
Author
Series
Publisher
Pop!, a division of ABDO
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations and photographs ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
This book introduces readers to the Inca civilization. Dive into the complex rise and fall of the ancient Andes Mountains dwellers. Their religion, geography, accomplishments, and lasting impact on the world are explored in easy-to-read text and colorful photos. Sidebars, maps, more facts, and QR codes are included in this title.
Author
Series
Publisher
Pop!, a division of ABDO
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations and photographs ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
This book introduces readers to the ancient Chinese civilization. Dive into the complex history and accomplishments of the world's oldest civilization still in existence today. Ancient China's geography, innovations, religion, and culture are also explored in easy-to-read text and colorful photos. QR Codes in the books give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning.
17) World War I
Author
Publisher
The Child's World
Pub. Date
[2024]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color photographs ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Presents an overview of World War I, including history, important people and battles, and a time line of events.
18) World War II
Author
Publisher
The Child's World
Pub. Date
[2024]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color photographs ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Presents an overview of World War II, including history, important people and battles, and a time line of events.
Author
Series
Publisher
Bellwether Media, Inc
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color photographs ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
Glacier National Park is known for its crystal-clear water. In this title, readers will discover the park’s lakes and streams, as well as its mountains, forests, and more. Leveled text and clear photos offer key details about the park, including how it formed, its early human history, its plants and wildlife, and its popular activities. Along the way, special features offer additional information about wildlife, climate, and landmarks. The book...
Author
Series
Publisher
Bellwether Media, Inc
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color photographs ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
Yosemite National Park is home to Yosemite Falls, the tallest waterfall in North America! In this title, young readers will get to explore the waterfall as well as the park’s many other interesting features. Readers will learn about the park’s formation, human history, wildlife, and popular activities. Along the way, special features profile animals, highlight climate, detail the park’s formation, and more. At the end of the book, a full-spread...