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Women biography, United States history, Biography, General non-fiction, United States travel and geography
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Born in 1738, Mary Katharine Goddard came of age in colonial Connecticut as the burgeoning nation prepared for the American…
Revolution. As a businesswoman and a newspaper publisher, Goddard paved the way for influential Revolutionary media. Her remarkable accomplishments as a woman defied societal norms and set the stage for a free and open press. When the Continental Congress decreed that the Declaration of Independence be widely distributed, one person rose to the occasion and printed the document boldly inserting her name at the bottom with a printing credit: Mary Katharine Goddard. Here is an important biography of a groundbreaking woman who had the courage to write herself into the history she helped create. For grades K-3
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Social issues, Travel and geography, Biography, United States travel and geography, Customs and cultures
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In this compilation of newspaper columns Klinkenberg introduces the character and characters of the "real" Florida. Visiting swamps, rickety piers,…
and Florida's only cook-your-own pancake restaurant, he roams the state from Panhandle to the Keys, looking to answer the question, "What makes Florida Florida?"
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Biography, Historical biography, History, United States history, Travel and geography, United States travel and geography
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Show kids ages 8 to 12 how Black Americans shaped US history in the 20th centuryFrom fighting against discrimination to…
changing the landscape of art and music, discover the incredible ways that Black Americans influenced the world we live in today. Spanning the 1900s through the 2000s, this journey through history introduces kids to the struggles and triumphs of Black people in the United States through 30 defining moments of the 20th century.Over the course of five easily digestible "eras," kids will learn about the founding of the NAACP, the Harlem Renaissance, the Tulsa Race Massacre, the March on Washington, the rise of the Black Power Movement, Jesse Jackson's voter registration drive, and more.Go beyond other American history books for kids with:An event-driven approach—A focus on putting things into context, not just memorizing names and numbers, allows kids to engage with history.Key callouts—Handy sidebars call special attention to important information and inspiring, influential Black history makers.Clear explanations—Each event is explored in a straightforward manner that makes it easy for kids to understand what occurred and why.Help kids discover the many ways that Black Americans have shaped the world they live in today.
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The most comprehensive, up-to-date, and acclaimed guide to the High Line by the leading expert on the history of the…
park—now in a fully revised editionBuilt atop a former freight railroad, the “park in the sky” is regularly cited as one of the premiere examples of adaptive reuse and quickly became one of New York’s most popular destinations, attracting more than 8 million visitors a year. This updated Third Edition of On the High Line— published to coincide with the fifteenth anniversary of the park’s opening—remains the definitive guide to the park that transformed an entire neighborhood and became an inspiration to cities around the globe.In short entries organized by roughly two city block sections, the guide provides rich details about everything in view on both sides of the park. Illustrated with more than 110 black & white photographs, it covers historic and modern architecture; plants and horticulture; and important industries and technological innovations that developed in the neighborhoods the park traverses, from book publishing and food distribution to the introduction of cold storage and the development of radar, the elevator, and talking movies. Updated to include newly opened sections of the park, this edition also features a new conversation pertaining to the more controversial side of the High Line’s story and how it became a poster child for the most grievous manifestations of gentrification and inequity in public spaces. Author Annik LaFarge provides a frank discussion on how the park’s leadership created a platform for discussing these issues and for advising other projects on how to work more inclusively and from a social justice and equity perspective.On the High Line serves as an educated travel companion, someone invisibly perched on a visitor’s shoulder who can answer every question, including what was here before, moving back in time through the early 20th century, the Industrial Revolution, and the colonial and pre-European times when this stretch of what we call Manhattan was home to the Lenape people and much of it was covered by the waters of the Hudson River. A companion website with more than 650 photos—historic, contemporary, rooftop and aerial—can be viewed at HighLineBook.com.
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United States history, Environment, United States travel and geography
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An immersive journey into the past, present, and future of a region many consider the Northeast’s wilderness backyard. Out of…
all the rural areas of the United States, including those in the West, which are bigger and propped up by more pervasive myths about adventure and nation and wilderness and freedom, the Adirondacks has accumulated a well-known identity beyond its boundaries. Untouched, unspoiled, it is defined by what we haven’t done to it. Combining author Matt Dallos’s personal observations with his thorough research of primary and secondary documents, In the Adirondacks rambles through the region to understand its significance within American culture and what lessons it might offer us for how we think about the environment. In vivid prose, Dallos digs through the region’s past and present to excavate a series of compelling stories and places: a moose named Harold, a hot dog mogul’s rustic mansion, an ecological restoration on an alpine summit, a hermit who demanded a helicopter ride, and a millionaire who dressed up as a Native American to rob a stagecoach. Along the way, Dallos listens to locals and tourists, visits wilderness areas and souvenir shops, and digs through archives in museums and libraries.In the Adirondacks blends lively history and immersive travel writing to explore the Adirondacks that captivated Dallos’s childhood imagination while presenting a compelling and entertaining story about America’s largest park outside of Alaska. The result is an inquisitive journey through the region’s bogs and lakes and boreal forests and the lives of residents and tourists. Dallos turned toward the region to understand why he couldn’t shake it from his mind. What he learned is that he’s not the only one.In the Adirondacks explores the history and future of the most complicated, contested park in North America, raising important questions about the role of environmental preservation and the great outdoors in American history and culture.
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Science and technology, Environment, Nature, Adventure and exploration, United States history, United States travel and geography, Sports and games
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In Strand, travel writer Bonnie Henderson traces the global wanderings of ocean wrack washed up on a mile long stretch…
of Oregon beach. From athletic shoes and fishing floats to a sunken ship, Henderson takes the reader around the world as she unravels the stories behind her "found objects". She weaves in observations on current issues, evolution, and ecology. As she closes the chapter on one object, she flows seamlessly as an ocean current into her next adventure uncovering the mystery behind a newly found piece of flotsam. Adult. Some strong language. Unrated
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Travel and geography, United States travel and geography
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Illustration with 16 color and 105 black and white photographs, and 16 maps. "Gregory Crampton's multi-dimensional portrait - geological, historical,…
scenic, informed with the ecologist's view of man and nature and beautifully illustrated - brings into focus the wonders not only of the Grand Canyon itself but also of the high plateaus to the north that include both Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks. Adult
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Environment, Sports and games, United States travel and geography
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Explore some of the easiest and most rewarding hikes through Utah, Arizona, and Colorado's otherworldly landscapes—with descriptions of the unique…
flora, fauna, and geology any hiker can discover along the trail. From the towering cliffs of Zion to the ancient dwellings of Mesa Verde; from the bighorn sheep of Arches National Park to the Martian-looking landscapes of the Petrified Forest—each trail featured in Southwest Canyon Country's Best Nature Walks beckons with the promise of adventure and discovery. But these are not the epic treks of seasoned adventurers or the grueling expeditions of intrepid explorers. Instead, these are brief excursions—often chosen for being less crowded and for their proximity to the road—that can be enjoyed by families, solo travelers, and nature enthusiasts of all ages and abilities. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat into the wilderness or simply craving a breath of fresh air, this book has something for everyone.
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Paranormal, United States travel and geography
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There is some uncertainty about the exact borders of the region that bounds the Boonslick trail but little doubt about…
unsettling presence of its history. Wend your way through Missouri's haunted heart: the Boonslick
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Historical biography, History, Travel and geography, United States travel and geography
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Amazing stories of Latin Americans who changed the world—for kids ages 8 to 12Discover the incredible contributions that people of…
Latin American heritage have made to world history! Learn about Simón Bolívar, a Venezuelan soldier who helped many South American countries achieve independence from Spain. Meet Violeta Barrios Torres de Chamorro, a former journalist and the first female president of Nicaragua. And get to know Gloria Estefan, the Cuban singer and songwriter who became the "Queen of Latin Pop." From politicians and physicists to poets and painters, these biographies explore 15 incredible Latin American people who used their creativity, intelligence, and strong beliefs to improve the world around them. Detailed biographies—Dive deep with stories that cover each person's entire life, including their childhood, their accomplishments, and the challenges that they faced. Learn and grow—These impressive people will inspire you to discover your own talents and use them to achieve your dreams and support your community. Beyond this book—Want to learn more? Each biography includes activity ideas and suggestions for further reading so you can keep exploring. See how much there is to know about influential Latin Americans from all backgrounds with th is Latino children's book.
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Biography, Science and medicine biography, Travel and geography, United States travel and geography, Science and technology
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Incredible stories of Black men who changed the course of science—for kids ages 8 to 12 All throughout history, Black…
men have made important contributions to scientific discovery. This collection of biographies for kids explores 15 of these intelligent men and the extraordinary scientific accomplishments they achieved—even when they faced huge challenges. You'll learn how they stood up against racism and inequality, and never stopped following their passions for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.Meet talented Black men in history who have helped:Explore our world—Discover inventors like Lewis Howard Latimer and biologists like George Washington Carver, and find out how they expanded our understanding of the world around us.Advance medicine—Learn the stories of doctors like James McCune Smith and Leonidas Berry who helped stop the spread of disease and change the way we perform surgery.Change the game—Find out how people like geneticist Rick Kittles and engineer Roy L. Clay Sr. are still doing important research and breaking barriers.Dive into a world of inspiring men with this scientific entry into Black history books for kids.
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Sports and games, Sports biography, United States travel and geography
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NBA champion, sports analyst, and successful businessman Shaquille O'Neal is a lively and entertaining addition to the #1 New York…
Times Bestselling Series! Shaquille O'Neal discovered his love of basketball while spending time in an afterschool program called the Boys & Girls Club of America. Standing over six feet tall by the time he turned eleven years old, Shaq—as he is affectionately known—continued to practice the game and stunned the country with his phenomenal skills. From leading his high-school team to its first-ever state title to becoming the first pick in the 1992 NBA draft and going on to win four NBA championships, Shaq proved that he could dominate almost any player. But the fifteen-time All Star who played for six teams throughout his nineteen-year NBA career isn't just a force on the court, he is also an actor, television host, musician, and businessman who is always ready to crack a joke or bust a dance move. With such a welcoming personality and immense talent, it is easy to see why Shaquille O'Neal is often considered one of the greatest players in NBA history
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Historical fictionBiography, War, United States history, United States travel and geography
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A nonfiction graphic novel about Dorie Miller, a Navy cook who shot down enemy planes during the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, saving countless lives.
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United States travel and geography, Science and technology, Science and medicine biography
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Steve Jobs, adopted in infancy by a family in San Francisco, packed a lot of life into fifty-six short years.…
In this Who Was…? biography, children will learn how his obsession with computers and technology at an early age led him to co-found and run Apple, in addition to turning Pixar into a ground-breaking animation studio. A college dropout, Jobs took unconventional steps in his path to success and inspired the best and the brightest to come with him and “change the world.”
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Actors biography, Women biography, United States travel and geography, Indigenous peoples
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Born in 1925, Maria Tallchief spent part of her childhood on an Osage reservation in Oklahoma. With the support of…
her family and world-renowned choreographer George Balanchine, she rose to the top of her art form to become America's first prima ballerina
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Baseball, Sports biography, United States travel and geography
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Growing up the youngest of seven children in Puerto Rico, Roberto Clemente had a talent for baseball. His incredible skill…
soon got him drafted into the big leagues where he spent 18 seasons playing right field for the Pittsburgh Pirates. Who Was Roberto Clemente? tells the story of this remarkable athlete: a twelve-time All-Star, World Series MVP, and the first Latin American inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame
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United States history, Historical biography, United States travel and geography
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Called the "Great Pathfinder", Daniel Boone is most famous for opening up the West to settlers through Kentucky. A symbol…
of America's pioneering spirit Boone was a skilled outdoorsman and an avid reader although he never attended school. Sydelle Kramer skillfully recounts Boone's many adventures such as the day he rescued his own daughter from kidnappers
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Nature, United States travel and geography, History
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Which famous national park features a geyser that shoots water 185 feet into the air and thousands of American bison?…
Journey into the history of Yellowstone and its famous wildlife, canyons, rivers, forests, and more in this audiobook for young listeners! From the #1 New York Times Best-Selling Who Was? series comes Where Is?, a series that tells the stories of world-famous landmarks and natural wonders! Established in 1857 as the first national park in the United States, Yellowstone has been drawing visitors to its beautiful landscape for over 150 years. Before it became a national park, the region was home to Native Americans for over 11,000 years, including the Shoshone, Lakota, Crow, Blackfoot, Flathead, Bannok, and Nez Perce tribes. Today, tourists come to the park from all over the world to camp and to visit the famous Old Faithful geyser and the Yellowstone Caldera, the largest super volcano in North America. The many animals that live in Yellowstone include bison, black and grizzly bears, elk, wolves, and more than three hundred species of birds. Yellowstone is so large that it has land in three different states — Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho. Learn the rich history of one of America's most beloved national parks in this book perfect for young explorers
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Sports and games, Sports biography, Indigenous peoples, United States travel and geography
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Learn about the incredible legacy of the first Native American athlete and Olympian to earn a gold medal for the…
United States in this exciting addition to the #1 New York Times Best-Selling series. While most athletes excel in just one sport, Jim Thorpe was different. Born in Oklahoma in 1887, he played both professional football and baseball, and ran track and field. Jim was not only a sports icon but also a trailblazer. Raised as part of the Sac and Fox tribal nation, he was the first Native American person to win an Olympic gold medal for the United States. And although his personal life was not always as successful as his career, Jim remains one of the greatest athletes in American history
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In November 1960, all of America watched as a tiny six-year-old black girl, surrounded by federal marshals, walked through a…
mob of screaming segregationists and into her school. An icon of the civil rights movement, Ruby Bridges chronicles each dramatic step of this pivotal event in history through her own words.