Nel Yomtov
Author
Publisher
Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
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Description
Understanding Judaism covers the history of Judaism and explores how the religion has evolved and expanded. Readers learn about the branches of Judaism, Jewish beliefs, and the influence Jews have had on the world. This title also discusses anti-Semitism Jews have faced, both today and during history. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential...
4) Iraq
Author
Publisher
Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
"Home to some of humankind's first great civilizations and the birthplace of many of our most important intellectual achievements, the land that is now Iraq has a long and remarkable history. Readers will discover how Iraq was first settled and how it became the country it is today. They will also find out what life is like for the average Iraqi citizen, from what people eat to where they work and what they do for fun, and learn about the country's...
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
The Belles of Baseball discusses how in the 1940s and 1950s, women broke traditional gender barriers by playing professional baseball, boosting morale during World War II, and paving the way for future generations of female athletes.
6) China
Author
Publisher
Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
"This book details the history, culture, geography and government of China."--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
Women scientists have made key contributions to the pursuit of science and some of the most important discoveries of all time. In Chien-Shiung Wu, learn how the Chinese nuclear physicist chose to pursue a career in science and made breakthrough discoveries in nuclear fission and the scientific understanding of atoms. Features include a timeline, a glossary, essential facts, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards...
8) Bolivia
Author
Publisher
Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"This book details the history, culture, geography and government of Bolivia."--Provided by publisher.
9) Nepal
Author
Publisher
Children's Press, an Imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
[2019].
Language
English
Author
Publisher
Capstone
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"In 1863, Abraham Lincoln gave a speech in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Since then, the famous speech has led to many stories about it-but not all of them are true. Discover what's real and what's fiction through expertly leveled text containing primary sources"--
11) Costa Rica
Author
Publisher
Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Author
Series
Publisher
Stone Arch Books
Pub. Date
2009.
Language
English
Description
Theseus, the brave Prince of Athens, has performed many great feats, but his most daunting task is yet to come. The King of Crete demands that fourteen young Athenians must be fed to the Minotaur, a half-man, half-bull. Only Theseus can save them from the fearsome monster, who lives deep in the maze-like Labyrinth. Far from home and with all of Athens depending on him, Theseus must defeat the greatest threat Greece has ever known -- with only his...
15) Elizabeth I
Author
Publisher
Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"The book explains the life of Queen Elizabeth I"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press, an imprint of Capstone
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
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Description
"What was the Emancipation Proclamation and why was it important? How did it affect the Southern states' ability to fight in the Civil War? How did the proclamation change the lives of black slaves in the South? When President Abraham Lincoln created the Emancipation Proclamation in 1862, it had far-reaching effects on the course of the Civil War and U.S. history. Using an inquiry-based approach, primary sources, and quick-reference infographics,...
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Step up to the plate and separate fact from fiction in baseball's origins! Did Abner Doubleday really create America's favorite pastime, or does this story strike out? Learn all you can about baseball's beginnings with infographics, primary sources, and expertly leveled text"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"What was the Louisiana Purchase and why was it important? How did the Louisiana Purchase change the United States? How did it affect the future for black people and American Indians? When the United States bought the Louisiana Territory from France in 1803, it would lead to historic changes for the young country. Using an inquiry-based approach, primary sources, and quick-reference infographics, readers will learn the history behind the Louisiana...