Andrew Langley
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The Plains Indian Wars were not like most other wars: there were few large battles, and they took place across a huge but sparsely populated region. So why are the wars such a contentious topic? How did they affect people on both sides of the conflict? This book seeks to relate the overall events and chronology of the Plains Indian wars and shows their impact on everyday lives.
12) The Roman news
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A "special edition" of a Roman newspaper containing articles about Roman history, politics, religion, fashion, food, and daily life, spanning the years of the Roman Empire from 753 B.C. to 476 A.D.
14) Paper products
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Everyday materials introduces children to the materials that are all around them. Paper is made into thousands of things we use every day, such as books, newspapers, and packaging. Find out what properties paper has, where paper comes from, and how paper is made.
16) Metal
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Everyday materials introduces children to the materials that are all around them. Metal is made into thousands of things we uses every day, such as paper clips, cars, and buildings. Find out what properties metal has, where metal comes from, and how metal is made.
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"Join Sally Ride on her journey aboard the Space Shuttle! This book examines the extraordinary life of the first female US astronaut in space, from her early life to using a robotic arm in space. Find out about other female astronauts and their achievements. Understand the rigorous training that astronauts undergo and how they prepare for a journey into the unknown."--
18) Renaissance
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An overview of the philosophy, inventions, art, government, religion, and daily life of the Renaissance.
19) Wool
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Everyday materials introduces children to the materials that are all around them. Wool is made into thousands of things we use every day, such as clothing, felt-tip pens, and tennis balls. Find out what properties wool has, where wool comes from, and how wool is made.