The Fall of the Berlin Wall (Monumental Milestones: Great Events of Modern Times)
by Kathleen Tracy and Kathy Tracy
"An exploration of Death Valley National Park, including how its desert landscape was formed, its history of preservation, and tourist attractions such as the historic mansion called Scotty's Castle"--Provided by publisher.
Land Trusts and National Parks (21st Century Skills Library: Global Citizens: Environmentali)
by Ellen Labrecque
A young explorer's introduction to Florida's Everglades National Park, covering its wetlands landscape, plants, animals such as West Indian manatees, and activities such as boating.
Rocky Mountain National Park (Preserving America)
by Nate Frisch
North Carolina (Explore the United States) (Buddy Book)
by Julie Murray
Yosemite National Park (National Parks) (National Parks (Abdo & Daughters))
by John Hamilton
North Dakota (Explore the United States) (Buddy Book)
by Julie Murray
Death Valley National Park (National Parks (Abdo & Daughters)) (National Parks)
by John Hamilton
Meet George Washington (Landmark Books (Random House)) (Landmark Books)
by Joan Heilbroner
Highlights the life of the first president, known as the Father of His Country.
Explore the monuments of India--from the earliest cave paintings and megaliths to timeless landmarks. Find out about India's fascinating history and amazing architecture in DK findout! Monuments of India. The book will teach children about the rise and fall of significant kingdoms, and how this affected changes in architectural styles. Learn about the site of the Buddha's Enlightenment, richly decorated temples and mosques, the intricate details of the forts and palaces that flourished under th...
Parque Nacional Grand Teton (Grand Teton National Park) (Parques Nacionales (National Parks))
by Grace Hansen
Time to Shine at the River School (Jummy at the River School, #2)
by Sabine Adeyinka
Welcome to a new term at the River School! Jummy and Caro are thrilled to be working with their Nile House friends on the school corn-planting competition. But as they try to grow the biggest crops, they realize the beautiful Shine-Shine River is running low - why, and what does it have to do with the sinister bakery nearby? The friends will have to step up if they want to save the river and its wildlife - and win the school prize in...
A Different Kind of Freedom: A Romani Story (Voices, #7)
by Richard O'Neill
A gripping football-filled adventure based in the Romani community of 19th-century Sheffield.“The superb Voices series takes unsung heroes of the past and imagines them recounting the story of their remarkable lives' ” - The Times This action-packed story is told through the eyes of young Lijah, as he navigates life and discovers football and the legendary Rab Howell. “Quick history of Rab Howell: born in a wagon...
A stunning celebration of the rich culture and fascinating history of Scotland featuring six Scottish illustrators. Discover everything that makes Scotland so special - from its iconic landmarks to its magical myths and spooky ghost stories, from its bloody battles and its rich culture ... and everything in between. With a foreword from much-loved Scotswoman Lorraine Kelly Beautiful, full-colour illustration makes this the perfec...
Pyramids (National Geographic Readers) (National Geographic Readers: Level 1)
by Laura Marsh
National Geographic Primary Readers is a high-interest series of beginning reading books that have been developed in consultation with education experts. The books pair magnificent National Geographic photographs with lively text by skilled children’s book authors across four reading levels. Travel to ancient Egypt to learn all about its amazing pyramids in this new National Geographic Kids Reader. The Level 2 text provides accessible, yet wide-ranging, information for beginn...
Discovering the Kingdom of Benin (Exploring African Civilizations, #4)
by Amie Jane Leavitt
The Kingdom of Benin, which started out as a small community and grew to be a vast empire, was particularly known for its expert farming practices, building skills, and artistic abilities. Within a few centuries, the Kingdom of Benin had grown into a dominant force in the region. Contact with Portugal led to economic and military cooperation and an even wealthier and more expansive empire. Eventually, however, it also helped facilitate the slave trade and planted the seeds of Benin's eventual de...