Michael Burgan
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"In 2008, John McCain ran for president against Barack Obama, becoming a well-known national figure. But his presidential campaign was only one of the many inspirational things John accomplished in his lifetime! John was a decorated member of the US Navy who survived being a prisoner of war in Vietnam. He served as an Arizona senator for thirty years, right up until his passing in 2018. Learn all about John McCain and his life as politician who always...
22) 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
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
2013.
Language
English
Description
You're one of millions of immigrants leaving your home in the early 1900s to move to the United States. You're searching for a better life. Ellis Island, near New York City, is your first stop in your search for opportunity and freedom. Officials on the island have been processing immigrants there for decades, but not everyone gets through. If you pass the tests, you're on your way to a new life in the United States. If you don't, you may find yourself...
25) Connecticut
Author
Language
English
Description
Connecticut. How did Connecticut get its name? The word Connecticut comes from an Algonquian word that means "long tidal river." Inside, you'll find: what people do for fun in Connecticut; A timeline, photos-and what role Connecticut has played in U.S. history; Surprising TRUE facts that will shock and amaze you!.
27) Energy
Author
Publisher
Mason Crest
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Provides information on the world of energy, including nuclear power, green power, solar power, and more.
Author
Publisher
Capstone Point Books, A Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
It's one of the most famous sports images of all time. Former heavyweight boxing champion Sonny Liston is sprawled on his back in the boxing rim. Muhammad Ali stands over Liston, holding his right hand as if ready to throw another punch. The reigning world champion had just thrown a short, right-handed punch to the side of Liston's head. In a flash, Liston had gone down. The photo of the angry Ali standing over the fallen challenger was taken in an...
30) Rhode Island
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Explores the land, people, history, economy, and travel opportunities of the state of Rhode Island.
32) South Dakota
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Takes readers on a tour of South Dakota, describing the state's history, culture, land, economy, government, and sights, and including unique facts, color maps and photos, the state song, suggested activities, lists of famous people, cultural institutions, and annual events, and other resources.
Author
Publisher
Compass Point Books, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Jesse Owens' gold-medal winning feats at the 1936 Olympics in Berlin struck a mighty propaganda blow against Adolf Hitler. The Nazi leader had planned to use the German games as a showcase of supposed Aryan superiority. Instead, there was American black athlete Owens on the podium being photographed by Hitler's personal photographer, Heinrich Hoffmann. In addition, Owens would figure prominently in the groundbreaking film Olympia by Hitler's favorite...
35) California
Author
Series
Publisher
Marshall Cavendish Benchmark
Pub. Date
c2011
Language
English
Description
Surveys the history, geography, government, and economy of California as well as the diverse ways of life of its people.
37) Kenya
Author
Publisher
Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Discusses the history, geography, and people of Kenya as well as the country's rich culture and traditions and its beautiful natural areas.
Author
Publisher
Compass Point Books, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
On the night of April 14, 1912, as it made its first voyage, the luxury steamship Titanic struck an iceberg. Then, a few hours after midnight on April 15, the ship sank thousands of feet before settling on the ocean floor. And that s where it stayed, whereabouts unknown, for the next 73 years until it was discovered by oceanographer Robert Ballard and his crew. The pictures and video Ballard brought back from the 1985 discovery helped stir new interest...
39) Malaysia
Author
Publisher
Children's Press, an Imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
Describes the geography, plants, animals, history, economy, language, religions, culture, sports, arts, and people of Malaysia.
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
"In You Choose format, explores the history of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, including the struggles minorities had in achieving the right to vote, enforcement of the law, and the Civil Rights movement of the 1960s and 1970s"--
