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1) Locomotive
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Presents a visual exploration of America's early railroads, examining the sounds, speed, and strength of the fledgling transcontinental locomotives and the experiences of pioneering travelers.
Author
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
1995
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 7.6 - AR Pts: 4
Language
English
Description
The Great Fire of 1871 was one of most colossal disasters in American history. Overnight, the flourshing city of Chicago was transformed into a smoldering wasteland. The damage was so profound that few people believed the city could ever rise again.By weaving personal accounts of actual survivors together with the carefully researched history of Chicago and the disaster, Jim Murphy constructs a riveting narrative that recreates the event with drama...
Author
Series
Unearthing ancient civilizations volume India
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color map ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Although ancient India was unearthed by archaeologists long after Egypt and Mesopotamia, experts now believe it was one of the first civilizations in history. Ancient India has given the world Hinduism, Buddhism, advanced mathematics and astronomy, games such as chess and Chutes and Ladders, and much more. Through engaging sidebars and an in-depth timeline, augmented by full-color photographs, readers learn about the history and achievements of this...
Author
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing
Pub. Date
2016.
Edition
First edition.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.6 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations, map ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
The authority of the pope was challenged by Martin Luther, a monk who wished to reform some corrupt practices of the Catholic Church. This challenge ended up changing not just Christianity but the social order. Artwork and texts provide a window into the events of this fascinating time.
Author
Series
Unearthing ancient civilizations volume Mesopotamia
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"The oldest civilizations on Earth started in ancient Mesopotamia. There, small settlements grew into large, complex cities. Some were completely forgotten until archaeologists began to dig up their foundations, but the contributions they made to the world live on today. Informative main text is supplemented with full-color photographs and engaging sidebars. A thorough timeline gives readers a clear idea of the sequence of events in ancient Mesopotamia,...
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
2007
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 p. : col. ill.; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
In this fascinating graphic novel, witness the real-life debates, disagreements, and compromises that led to the formation of the U.S. Constitution during the Constitutional Convention of 1787. Eye-popping artwork and easy-to-read text offer an appealing, accessible alternative for nonfiction readers. An additional information section provides key facts and further understanding. The perfect book for budding historians, comic book fans, and everyone...
Author
Series
Publisher
Bellwether Media, Inc
Pub. Date
2022.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : chiefly illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Engaging images accompany information about the invention of the telephone. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publiction Co
Pub. Date
c2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
40 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 26 cm.
Language
English
Description
Discusses the facts and myths about life in the nineteenth century American West, including if cowboys wore large hats, if stagecoaches were robbed, and if Calamity Jane was a real person.
Author
Series
Publisher
Benchmark Books
Pub. Date
1998
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.9 - AR Pts: 3
Physical Desc
94 p.: col. ill.; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
History is dramatic-and the renowned, award-winning authors Christopher Collier and James Lincoln Collier demonstrate this in a compelling series aimed at young readers. Covering American history from the founding of Jamestown through present day, these volumes explore far beyond the dates and events of a historical chronicle to present a moving illumination of the ideas, opinions, attitudes and tribulations that led to the birth of this great nation....
Author
Series
Unearthing ancient civilizations volume Egypt
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color map ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Ancient Egypt has long fascinated citizens of the modern world. Mummies, pyramids, pharaohs, and other elements have inspired a romantic and sometimes mystical view of this ancient society. However, viewed through this lens, the facts are sometimes overlooked and the lasting contributions may be obscured. This book takes a down-to-earth, factual look at ancient Egypt. The engaging main text describes its history and culture, while engaging sidebars...
12) Carnival
Author
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
"The bright colors and lively festivities of Carnival are yearly traditions in Latin America. In this book, readers will learn about the history and meaning behind Carnival, as well as the ways in which it is celebrated on the mainland of South and Central America and in the Caribbean islands. Huge parades, costumes with feathers and gems, and native music make Carnival a very special time in Latin America. Learning about how Carnival is celebrated...
13) The Renaissance
Author
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing
Pub. Date
2016.
Edition
First edition.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.4 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations, map ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
The rebirth of knowledge, art, and philosophy, and a rejuvenation of banking and business, mark the period known as the Renaissance. Follow the important events in this flourishing of Western culture through the words spoken and the works done by the people of this period.
15) Indonesia
Author
Publisher
Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.9 - AR Pts: 3
Physical Desc
144 pages : color illustrations and maps ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Author
Series
Unearthing ancient civilizations volume Rome
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"The Roman Republic was a major world power for years. However, it eventually fell and was replaced by the Roman Empire, which then endured for another few centuries. In this volume, readers learn about the history of ancient Rome, with a focus on the main factors that contributed to the Roman Republic's collapse: income inequality, civil wars, and corrupt politicians. The engaging main text is augmented by an in-depth timeline, and full-color photographs...
18) Williamsburg
Author
Series
Publisher
Compass Point Books
Pub. Date
2003
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
48 p. : col. ill. ; 23 cm.
Language
English
20) The Panama Canal
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations, maps ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
"This title explores and explains how the Panama Canal was built. The canal's construction is described in terms of the engineering process"--