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1) Philadelphia
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Did you know that Philadelphia is sometimes called the birthplace of America? This is because the Declaration of Independence was signed there in 1776. Find out more about this fascinating city in Philadelphia, part of the American Cities series. American Cities takes young readers on a tour of our capitals and major centers. Each book explores the geography, history, and people that give the featured city its distinctive flair.
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4) Alaska
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Known as the "Last Frontier" and the "Land of the Midnight Sun," Alaska is a fascinating state for students to study. This book covers all the basics that students need to know about the forty-ninth state including its geography, history, government, and notable people. It also describes Alaska's major industries over the years, from the great gold rushes of the turn of the century to the oil industry of today. Every chapter contains a sidebar devoted...
5) Hawaii
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Nicknamed the "Aloha State," Hawaii is a great deal more than surfers and sunny beaches. This book covers all the basics that students need to know about the fiftieth state, which is the only state comprised of volcanic islands. A timeline of important events and a listing of key facts about the state are also included.
6) Maryland
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Known as the "Old Line State" and the "Free State," Maryland is a fascinating state for students to study. This book covers all the basics that students need to know about the seventh state (and one of the original thirteen colonies). The book includes chapters on the land, history, government, and major industries. There is also a chapter on famous Marylanders, from Frederick Douglass and Thurgood Marshall to Cal Ripken, Jr. Every chapter contains...
7) New Jersey
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Nicknamed the "Garden State," New Jersey is a fascinating place for students to study. This book covers all the basics, with chapters on the land, history, government, and major industries. There is a chapter on notable individuals including Grover Cleveland, Bruce Springsteen, and Queen Latifah. Every chapter contains a sidebar devoted to the past and present, which juxtaposes New Jersey of yesteryear with the present day. A timeline of important...
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In the 1770s before the United States was a nation, most people lived on farms. But Williamsburg in Virginia Colony was a busy town with wide streets, grand public buildings, bustling shops, and a large market squareand 2,000 people! Find out how Williamsburg today gives us a fascinating window into America's past.
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History recognizes the leadership and voice Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. brought to the civil rights movement in 1960s America. A 30-foot tall statue of Dr. King gazes into the future full of hope for all humanity. His words of peace are carved in the walls of the monument as a reminder to all Americans of the power of peaceful protest. Learn all about the first national memorial to an African American.
12) Mount Rushmore
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While reading Mount Rushmore, students will learn all about the infamous carving made into the Black Hills of South Dakota. This 32-page title uses a variety of teaching components to help young readers strengthen their reading comprehension skills. The Symbols of Freedom series will allow students to explain events or concepts in a historical, scientific, or technical text, using language that pertains to time, sequence, and cause versus effect....
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The Florida's Economy: From the Mouse to the Moon e-Book equips teachers with a gorgeous book filled with stunning primary source documents. Build literacy skills with this nonfiction reader that takes a looks at some of the businesses and organizations that have contributed to Florida's economy. Strengthen literacy skills with this informational text featuring state standards-aligned content focusing on history, economics, geography, and other social...
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This magnificent arch rises on the banks of the Mississippi River in St. Louis, Missouri. The nation's tallest monument is the centerpiece of the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, honoring Thomas Jefferson's vision of westward expansion. This magnificent arch rises on the banks of the Mississippi River in St. Louis, Missouri. The nation's tallest monument is the centerpiece of the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, honoring Thomas Jefferson's...
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As the flagship of the National Park Service, Yellowstone National Park has a special place in the hearts and minds of conservationists. Thanks to the leadership of far-sighted President Ulysses S. Grant and adventurer President Theodore Roosevelt, today we can enjoy nature as it was in the early days of our nation.
17) The Pony Express
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Imagine waiting months to get your mail or find out the news. That was the reality for thousands of settlers in the western United States in 1860. At that time, the only way to deliver mail was by boat or overland by stagecoach. These journeys covered thousands of miles and took weeks or months to complete. Then, in 1860, the Pony Express burst across the West. Its teams of brave young men riding fast horses delivered the mail in record time and delighted...
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