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In the early 1900s, adults hoped to find parents for homeless city
children by sending them west on trains. Most of these children had
no idea whether they would find kind adoptive families or be forced
to work like slaves. Will you: Head west after living on the
streets of New York City? Search for a home for you and your three
younger siblings? Try to care for yourself and your baby sister on
your own?
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Abraham Lincoln (Hardcover)
Elizabeth Raum; Illustrated by Oxford Designers and Illustrators
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R915
R682
Discovery Miles 6 820
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Explore the life of Abraham Lincoln in this fascinating biography.
Richly supported by photos, art work, and a family tree, readers
will come away with an enhanced understanding of an important
figure in American history.
Surviving Floods will look at children who experienced floods
around the world, through history and up to the present day.
This series looks at how ancient civilizations have impacted our
society today. By looking at each civilization through themes such
as technology, art, and architecture, and linking it with student's
modern day experiences through comparisons, readers will develop a
more detailed understanding of each civilization.
From longships to clinker ships to a national assembly, Vikings
continue to influence all aspects of contemporary life. Read this
book to find out more about how we encounter links to the ancient
world every day.
Everything in this book happened to real people. And YOU CHOOSE
what side you re on and what you do next. The choices you make
could lead you to survival or to death. In the You Choose Books
set, only YOU can CHOOSE which path you take through history. What
will it be? Get ready for an adventure "
You're a meteorology student fascinated by storms. But Mother
Nature can be unpredictable. Situations can quickly turn deadly
when extreme weather is involved. What do you do when, You're in a
van full of people and a tornado suddenly appears to be headed
right for you? A hurricane gains strength along the Florida coast
but you're unable to convince people to leave their homes? A flash
flood suddenly strikes, putting you and your friends and family in
mortal danger? Experience the life or death dilemmas that face
storm chasers. YOU CHOOSE what you'll do next. The choices you make
will either lead you to safety or to doom.
Step back in time and experience the Revolutionary War through the
stories of the people who lived through it. Witness the first
reading of the Declaration of Independence. Experience the horror
of a sneak attack. Watch a mother risk her life by spying for the
colonists. True Stories of the Revolutionary War doesn t just tell
you the tales of war. It drops you into the thick of combat."
When Jimmy Carter was a boy, he listened to his parents talk about
local politics and watched them live out their Baptist faith in the
community. From the fields of his family farm to traveling the
world negotiating peace talks, God guided every step of Jimmy's
journey. His unwavering devotion to peace and faith helped him
navigate the political waters of the governorship and presidency.
Discover the extraordinary life of this world-famous humanitarian
and follow in the footsteps of this incredible man of God.
Surviving Tornadoes will look at children who experienced tornadoes
around the world, through history and up to the present day.
A beehive looks neat from the outside, but have you ever wondered
how those busy bees built it? From bird nests to beehives, this
illustrated narrative nonfiction series explains how animals use
their special skills to make a home that fits their needs. Range
maps show where each animal lives and a hands-on activity in each
book encourages kids to try the animals' building techniques for
themselves. Rabbits dig burrows and hide in them to protect
themselves and their young from predators in this illustrated
narrative nonfiction book. Includes a range map and a "Build Like a
Rabbit" hands-on activity, plus glossary and further resources.
How many siblings does the average girl your age have? At what age
do most girls start dating? How do other girls your age handle
friend drama? Find the answers to these questions and more as you
try to be the best friend and family member you can be!
How many siblings does the average girl your age have? At what age
do most girls start dating? How do other girls your age handle
friend drama? Find the answers to these questions and more as you
try to be the best friend and family member you can be!
A beehive looks neat from the outside, but have you ever wondered
how those busy bees built it? From bird nests to beehives, this
illustrated narrative nonfiction series explains how animals use
their special skills to make a home that fits their needs. Range
maps show where each animal lives and a hands-on activity in each
book encourages kids to try the animals' building techniques for
themselves. A mama orangutan builds a tree nest in a safe place for
her and her baby to sleep on in this illustrated narrative
nonfiction book. Includes a range map and a "Build Like an
Orangutan" hands-on activity, plus glossary and further resources.
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