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Author
Publisher
Compass Point Books, a capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2018]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 7.8 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
The United States entered World War II after a surprise attack by the Japanese on December 7, 1941. U.S. officials feared that Japanese Americans would betray their country and help Japan. Nearly 120,000 Japanese Americans were taken from their homes and moved into relocation centers, which some viewed as concentration camps. The internees, backed by many other Americans, believed that their fundamental rights as U.S. citizens had been denied. Years...
Author
Series
Publisher
National Geographic Society
Pub. Date
[2006]
Language
English
Description
Presents a brief history of colonial New York, from 1609 to 1776, and contains illustrations, historical maps, and first-person accounts from explorers, Native Americans, and colonists on early settlements.
12) The carpenter
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
"Explores the life of a colonial carpenter and his importance to the community, as well as everyday life responsibilities, and social practices during that time"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Publisher
Compass Point Books
Pub. Date
c2012
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Child labor was common in the United States in the 19th century. It took the compelling, heart breaking photographs of Lewis Hine and others to bring the harsh working conditions to light. Hine and his fellow Progressives wanted to end child labor. He knew photography would reveal the truth and teach and change the world. With his camera Hine showed people what life was like for immigrants, the poor, and the children working in mines, factories, and...
18) Ancient Incas
Author
Series
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
2012.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.5 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
Take a journey back in time to witness the development of history's greatest civilizations! Engaging text and eye-catching images teach you about history, culture, and daily life of each civilization and show you how each civilization continues to affect our world today!
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2006]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Recounts the story of the Boston Massacre, including the events that led up to British soldiers killing five colonists and how these events contributed to the beginning of the American Revolution.
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