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(0)Laura L Sullivan
Author
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
Mistaken for one another when they are sent to the grand English country estate of Starkers on the brink of World War II, Hannah, a distant relative hoping to be welcomed by the family, and Anna, sent to spy for the Nazis, both unexpectedly fall in love.
Author
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Today, girls and women seeking a strong role model can find one in an icon more than two thousand years old. She is the Greek goddess Pallas Athena. Born fully formed from the head of Zeus, Athena defied gender roles of the time by being the goddess of strategic war, intelligence, and household crafts. Today, she is a symbol of enduring persistence, determination, and resourcefulness. Through easily accessible text, vibrant images, and fun sidebars
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Series
Pub. Date
2010.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
While staying with distant relatives in England, Americans Rowan, Meg, Silly, and James Morgan, with their neighbors Dickie Rhys and Finn Fachan, learn that one of them must fight to the death in the Midsummer War required by the local fairies.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2017.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
Describes what life was like for Japanese American children and their families forced to live in internment camps during World War II, including facts about the conditions in the camps, their daily lives, and the legacy of the camps on American society.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
With the acquisition of new land in the 1800s, there were many opportunities to travel along waterways, such as the Mississippi River. One profession was that of a riverboat captain. Readers learn what it was like to operate the boat, live on the ship, and transport goods and people along one of the United States' main corridors.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2011.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
After the Midsummer War ends, Meg Morgan faces a madman in the battle for control of the last bastion of fairies in England, aided by her siblings Rowan, Silly, and James, and American neighbors Dickie Rhys, and Finn Fachan.
Author
Pub. Date
2018.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
The Statue of Liberty was a gift from France to the United States. Making and delivering such a large present required special planning and execution. Readers will discover how this iconic structure was built, presented, taken apart, shipped, and then reassembled by mostly immigrant workers who had come to the United States to experience what the statue represented.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
Working during World War I was full of danger and difficulty. Life as an ambulance driver was especially challenging. Readers learn what it was like to drive ambulances during the war, what challenges were faced, and how these men and women helped save many lives on the battlefield.
11) Sri Lanka
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2020.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
Explores the country Sri Lanka, including the culture, geography, people, and more.
13) Venezuela
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2020.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
Explores the history and culture of Venezuela, including the people, food, government, and more.
14) Saudi Arabia
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2018.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
Saudi Arabia is known for its varied history, its wealth of oil, and for its unique culture. This book discusses what it is like to live in the country today. It examines, in accessible language and vivid photographs, many aspects of Saudi Arabian culture, including its history, geography, people, and government. This is a book that highlights a unique part of the world, sure to engage the eager young reader.
17) Denmark
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
"Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of Denmark"--Provided by publisher.
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