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Series
Pub. Date
[2010]
Physical Desc
112 pages : illustrations (some color), color maps ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Describes the people and events of the Civil War. The reader's choices reveal the historical details from the perspective of a Union soldier at Gettysburg, a civilian during the siege of Vicksburg, or a Confederate soldier at Chancellorsville"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2017]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Readers will learn about point guard Russell Westbrook's life before basketball, how he became an NBA megastar, what he does to stay fit and ready to soar to the basket, how he spends his time off the court, what he plans to do next, and a lot more.
Author
Pub. Date
[2009]
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 24 x 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
From flying helicopters to driving tanks, Army soldiers have many jobs. They risk their lives to protect the United States. Big photographs show the powerful machines, high-tech tools, and brave people that make up the Army.
10) Humvees
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2008]
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 24 x 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Summary: Simple text and photographs describe humvees, their parts, and what they do"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
64 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
"This book explores controversies in sports, including black boxer Jack Johnson, Jessie Owens in the 1936 Olympics, Jackie Robinson breaking baseball's color barrier, Muhammad Ali's refusal to fight in the Vietnam War, #MeToo and the US gymnastics team, and much more"--
Author
Pub. Date
[2010]
Physical Desc
160 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
Discusses issues pertaining to green energy, covering the history of energy; global warming; nuclear, solar, and wind power; electric cars; biomass; biofuels; and other related topics, and includes quotes, anecdotes, and discussion which were originally published in "USA Today."
Author
Pub. Date
[2014]
Physical Desc
112 pages : color illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
"The war in Afghanistan is the longest war the United States has ever fought. It's a tough war against a loosely organized and unpredictable enemy. How will you defend your country? Will you: Serve on an Army Ranger rescue team during the Battle of Takur Ghar? Protect a supply convoy as a member of the National Guard? Fight as a Marine aiding the Army Special Forces during Operation Moshtarak? Everything in this book happened to real people....
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2017]
Physical Desc
64 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
In the early 1900s, professional baseball was mostly segregated. The Negro Leagues provided an alternative for African American players. Discover the history of African American baseball and the people who worked to end the sport's decades of segregation.
19) Stock cars
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Language
English
Description
"Speed, danger, and intense competition-these are just a few elements that make stock car racing such a popular sport. See powerful stock cars close up and learn how racing teams build them for speed and safety."--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
John Lewis is one of the most courageous leaders of the civil rights movement. In 1986, Lewis won a seat in US Congress, which he continues to occupy. Follow Lewis's journey to Washington, DC, where he fights for equality.
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