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3) New Mexico
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.9 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
Explores the land, people, history, economy, and travel opportunities of the state of New Mexico.
4) Chile
Author
Series
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
Readers will explore this beautiful nation in depth as they learn about its history and culture. They will find out how Chile is governed, what kinds of jobs drive its economy, what its people do for fun, and much more.
5) Illinois
Author
Series
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
2014.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
Describes the history, geography, ecology, people, economy, cities, and sights of the state of Illinois, and includes ideas for classroom assignments.
6) Kenya
Author
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
2015
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.2 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
Describes the geography, history, economy, language, religions, culture, people, plants, and animals of Kenya.
7) Peru
Author
Publisher
Children's Press, an Imprint of Scholastic
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
"Just slightly smaller than the state of Alaska, Peru is home to ocean beaches, snow-capped mountains, humid jungles, dry deserts, and more. Readers will cross the country's incredible landscapes and visit its towns and cities as they learn how Peruvians live today. They will also explore Peru's fascinating history, learn how it is governed and how its economy works, and much more"--Publisher's website.
Author
Publisher
Children's Press, An Imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
2014.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
Though it is a relatively young nation, the United States of America is one of the world's most powerful and influential countries. Readers will learn how a small group of British colonies grew to become an independent nation. They will also learn about the native people who populated the area before European colonization and explore the culture, government, and geography of the modern United States.
Author
Publisher
Hearst Home Kids
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Join the experts at the Good Housekeeping Institute and get stoked about science! Discover incredible info about awesome animals, our exceptional planet Earth, exciting chemical reactions, extraordinary engineering, and more in this fun-filled, fact-packed book for budding scientists. Packed with hundreds of dynamite color photos and illustrations, hands-on STEAM activities, quizzes, and tons of cheeky jokes, this boredom-busting gift book provides...
Author
Series
Publisher
Compass Point Books
Pub. Date
2010
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Describes the resistance movement started by many Danish people in Denmark which aimed at sabotaging the German war efforts in World War II. The movement ultimately saved Jews from the German death camps and freed their country from the Nazi invaders.
Author
Series
Publisher
Compass Point Books, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2020]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
"What would you do if you were lost somewhere near the North or South poles? Would you survive through the bitter cold, deadly storms, lack of food, and other dangers? Learn the incredible true stories of Ernest Shackleton, Jan Baalsrud, Douglas Mawson, and other daring people who fought to survive in the frozen wasteland." -- Page [4] cover.
15) Monticello
Author
Publisher
Compass Point Books
Pub. Date
2004
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Relates the history of Thomas Jefferson's home in western Virginia, including what life was like there for himself, his family, their slaves, visitors, and descendants, and how Monticello became a museum.
Author
Publisher
Compass Point Books
Pub. Date
c2005
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Describes the roles and responsibilities of women during the American Revolution, and presents the accomplishments of several women, including Abigail Adams, Esther Reed, and Mary Hays McCauley.
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