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81) Ukraine
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Examines the geography, history, government, economy, environment, customs, religion, language, art, festivals, and food of Ukraine; and includes photographs, maps, a time line, a glossary, and other resources.
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It's 1793, and there's an invisible killer roaming the streets of Philadelphia. The city's residents are fleeing in fear. This killer has a name--yellow fever--but everything else about it is a mystery. Its cause is unknown and there is no cure. This powerful dramatic account by award-winning author Jim Murphy traces the devastating course of the epidemic. An American Plague offers a fascinating glimpse into the conditions in American cities at the...
84) Bats
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There are about 1,100 different kinds of bats, and they live on every continent except Antarctica. The book offers and intriguing look at some of the many different kinds of baths, their amazing abilities, and how these mammals fit into the natural world." -- adapted from inside front book jacket flap.
85) Whales
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"Did you know that whales breathe air just like people do? How about that a blue whale is one of the biggest mammals that ever lived? Discover these fascinating facts and more in this updated deep-dive into the biology of whales" -- From book jacket flap.
Introduces different kinds of whales.
86) Dinosaurs!
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Introduces in simple text and illustrations the characteristics and habits of a variety of dinosaurs.
89) Lumberjack
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"Engaging images accompany information about lumberjacks. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.
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"Within the category of books featuring science experiments for kids, there is a small subcategory of books that focus on science in the kitchen. The Science Chef fits into the kitchen science category but is very unique as it focuses equally on science and cooking for kids (including 75 kid-friendly recipes). This is the right book for the parent, grandparent, or caregiver who, in addition to helping out with a science experiment, wants to involve...
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Demystify geometry with this primer on shapes that will have young builders everywhere on to their next towering project. Comical cats and dogs guide kids through the essential characteristics of squares, rectangles, parallelograms, rhomboids, and other quadrilaterals. Angles and degrees are explained in accessible terms and useful visuals. Kids will get a handle on geometric vocabulary and can try out plenty of hands-on activities that will help...
93) Care for a puppy
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Introduces the physical characteristics and behavior of puppies, offers information on how to care for a pet puppy, and explains how to talk to one's parents about getting a pet.
94) Sharks!
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He's quick. He's silent. He has five rows of deadly teeth. Chomp! Meet the shark-the fish who ruled the deep before dinosaurs roamed the Earth! This fish has soft cartilage so he can glide, twist, and turn before his prey can say "gulp!" He can smell a single drop of blood in 25 million drops of ocean. He can feel electricity given off by his prey. He will lose and replace more than 10,000 teeth in his lifetime. Cool photos bring kids into the
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"Some of the most important issues of our time were no less important 100 years ago. America in 1919, at the close of World War I, was shaken from the events of large-scale warfare, fearing a Communist takeover, and facing an incredible amount of social and political change. From Prohibition to women's suffrage, the labor strikes to the violence of the Red Summer and the Red Scare, this book explores each major movement of 1919. Showing how these...
97) Cows on the farm
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"In Cows on the Farm, beginning readers will learn about cows and their calves. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they are introduced to cows' appearance, diet, behaviors, and home on the farm. A picture diagram labels the farm animal's body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about cows online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate...
98) Hornet vs. wasp
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What would happen if a hornet and a wasp met each other? What if they had a fight? Who do you think would win?
99) Rhino vs. hippo
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Contains facts about rhinoceros and hippopotamus, comparing such aspects as their sizes, brain structure, and abilities.