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Native Nations of the Great Basin and Plateau
Supplemental report purchases.
Each book introduces the major Native American nations of its geographic area. The straightforward texts touch on traditional way of life; well-known members such as artists or prominent citizens; controversial history with the U.S. and Canadian governments; and contemporary economies. Historical and modern photos round out the cleanly designed presentations. There are three other fall 2015 books in this series. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers these Native Nations of North America titles: Native Nations of the Great Basin and Plateau, Native Nations of California, Native Nations of the Arctic and Subarctic, Native Nations of the Northwest Coast, and Native Nations of the Plains.
What's Great About Nebraska?
These books won't replace traditional report material, but they introduce kids to the magic of travel and offer them a look at some of the United States's most interesting places.
These graphically pleasing travel guides highlight the top ten
sites to see and things to do in each place. Although the books
read like brochures and may include quickly outdated information,
kids will appreciate the engaging second-person narratives and many
photos. A map and facts are appended. There are twelve other spring
2015 books in this series. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. This
review covers the following Our Great States titles: What's
Great About Oregon?, What's Great About Arizona?,
What's Great About Washington, DC?, What's Great About
South Dakota?, What's Great About Maine?, and What's
Great About Mississippi?.
The 12 Most Amazing American Cities
Overall, this unique series is attractive and informative—a sound purchase.
Africa
Gr 4–7—This spin-off from the publisher's "Continents" series (2012) narrows the focus to each geographical area's flora, fauna, and ecosystems...
Explore Natural Resources!: With 25 Great Projects
Gr 3–6—This offering in the series is divided into six chapters, each of which describes a natural resource and explains the importance of preventing it from being depleted...
World War I and Modern America: 1890–1930
Gr 4–6—The authors distill history down to its essentials, explaining the key players, events, causes, and effects in a way that is accessible to young students...
The Challenger Explosion
Gr 5–8—These chronologically arranged accounts of major world disasters begin with background information followed by a summary of events and analysis of how each event resulted in technological or regulatory changes to prevent or mitigate the effects of similar happenings in the future...
Explore Native American Cultures!: With 25 Great Projects
Gr 3–6—This lively and informative introduction is divided into six regions (Northeast Woodlands, Southeast, Southwest and Mesoamerica, Great Plains, Pacific Northwest, and Arctic)...
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