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World War II heroes
Pfc. Jack Lucas -- just a teenager -- is on patrol on Iwo Jima when two grenades land at his feet. Can he save his comrades' lives? Lt. Col. James Rudder and his Rangers are climbing a 100-foot-high cliff on a secret D-Day mission. Can they survive the Nazis' devastating firepower? Sgt. Forrest Vosler is blinded and wounded from an attack by German fighter planes on his crippled bomber. Can he …
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- 9780439934053
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- 146 pages : illustration ; 19 cm
- Series Title
- Ten true tales
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- 940.5 ZUL
Anne Frank : the diary of a young girl
The Diary of a Young Girl abridged for younger readers and published in memory of Anne Frank, who died 70 years ago, just weeks before the end of World War II. Sensitively edited and with a connecting commentary by editor, Mirjam Pressler, the abridged edition of The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank gives younger readers their first introduction to the extraordinary diary of an ordinary girl…
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- 9780141345352
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- 283 pages : illustration ; 19 cm
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- 940.53088296 FRA
Introducing Europe
What is Europe's highest mountain? How many countries are in Europe? What languages do people in Europe speak? This book answers these questions and more as it introduces young readers to the continent of Europe through age-appropriate maps, engaging photographs, and simple text. Topics covered within the book include where the continent is, climate, geography, animals and plants, countries, pe…
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- 9781432980429
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- 32 pages : illustration : 22 cm
- Series Title
- Introducing Continents
- Call Number
- 940 OXL
All about knights
Discusses the rise of knighthood in feudal society, examining the social order, weaponry, armor, heraldry, warfare, and daily life to which a knight was subject.
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- 0856859672
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- 29 pages : illustration ; 29 cm
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- An all color fact book
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- 940 GIB
Russia. The culture
Suitable for people of ages 7 to 14 years, this book presents Russia's history. It includes such topics as: the architecture of a state (post-Communist office buildings and opulent homes of the rich); Russia's circus tradition; and, communications changes - television and film and rock music.
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- 9780778796725
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- 32 pages : illustration : 27 cm
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- 947 NIC
Ireland the culture
This title is intended for ages 9-14. By combining the Gaelic myths and Celtic folklore of ancient Ireland with modern day festivals and celebrations, "Ireland - The Culture" presents the traditions and customs of old Ireland with the contemporary works and influences of modern artists. Historic Ireland is captured through dramatic photographs of castles, churches and prehistoric tombs. Other t…
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- 0778797198
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- 32 pages : illustration : 27 cm
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- 941.5 BAN
Madieval life
An illustrated look at various aspects of life in medieval Europe, covering everyday life, religion, royalty, and more.
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- 9780329575632
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- 72 pages : illustration ; 28 cm
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- Dorling Kindersley Eyewitness Books
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- 940.1 LAN
Da vinci & his times
An overview of the philosophy, inventions, art, government, religion, and daily life of the Renaissance.
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- 9780329548940
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- 71 pages : illustration ; 28 cm
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- Dorling Kindersley eyewitness books
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- 940.2 LAN
My first magic book : a life-size guide to making and performing magic tricks
There isn't a child who wouldn't give up a week's worth of television in order to become a convincing magician. This book is the painless way for him or her to do it - and as easy as saying "abracadabra". Based on a series of step-by-step life-size photographs that show readers exactly what to do, this book is a foolproof way for children to start practising simple tricks. With a glance at each…
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- 0773727299
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- 48 pages : illustration ; 32 cm
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- 793.8 LEY
Knights and castles
Magic Tree House Research Guides are now Magic Tree House Fact Trackers! Track the facts with Jack and Annie! When Jack and Annie got back from their adventure in Magic Tree House #2: The Knight at Dawn, they had lots of questions. How were castles built? What was it like to live inside a castle? How did boys train to become knights? Did horses really wear armor? Find out the answers to thes…
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- 0439241251
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- 119 pages : illustration ; 19 cm
- Series Title
- Magic Tree House Research Guide #2
- Call Number
- 940 OSB
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