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1) Madagascar
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144 pages : illustrations, maps ; 25 cm.
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English
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"This book details the history, culture, geography, and government of Madagascar."--Provided by publisher.
2) Alaska
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144 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 25 cm.
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English
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Describes the history, geography, ecology, people, economy, cities,and sights of the state of Alaska and includes ideas for classroom assignments.
3) California
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144 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 25 cm.
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English
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Describes the geography, history, economy, culture, and people of the state of California, and includes ideas for classroom assignments.
4) Florida
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144 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 25 cm.
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English
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Describes the history, geography, ecology, people, economy, cities, and sights of the state of Florida, and includes ideas for classroom assignments.
5) Oklahoma
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144 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 25 cm.
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English
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Describes the history, geography, ecology, people, economy, cities, and sights of the state of Oklahoma, and includes ideas for classroom assignments.
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32 pages : color illustrations ; 21 x 26 cm.
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English
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"Imagine discovering new planets lightyears away or galaxies you never knew existed. Learn all about new and amazing space discoveries in these fun and engaging books reviewed by Smithsonian experts"-- Publisher description.
7) Turkey
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144 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 25 cm.
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English
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Located at the intersection of Asia, Africa, and Europe, Turkey is the only nation in the world to occupy land on three different continents. Readers will discover how Turkish culture blends influences from all three continents, resulting in a unique blend of tradition, language, and cuisine that can't be found anywhere else. They will also learn about Turkey's history, find out how its government works, and tour some of its most incredible sights.
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Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 21 x 26 cm.
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English
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"Imagine a fish without a face, drones exploring the ocean floor and underwater waterfalls! Learn all about these amazing underwater discoveries and many more in these fun and engaging books reviewed by Smithsonian experts"-- Publisher description.
10) Excitement
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English
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Introduces readers to the emotion of excitement, looking into what it is, when it happens, why it can happen and how to handle it.
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47 pages : color illustrations, color map ; 25 cm.
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English
Description
"Meeting someone with a different belief than your own can be confusing. When Daniel meets Ashoka, he not only meets his first Buddhist, but gets the chance to learn about Buddhist beliefs, prayers, and shrines. Follow along as Daniel learns all about the Eightfold Path and the Four Noble Truths. Find out about reincarnation, karma, and meditation, as well as mantras and Dharma wheels. Will Daniel and his new Buddhist friend have anything in common?"--Back...
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32 pages : color illustrations ; 21 x 26 cm.
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English
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"Imagine a machine that can pull water out of thin air. Picture a tiny disk that can store huge amounts of data for billions of years. These are just some of the new discoveries made by scientists. Readers learn about fascinating developments in medicine, technology, archeology and more through carefully-leveled, engaging books reviewed by Smithsonian experts."--
13) Anger
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English
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Introduces readers to the emotion of anger, looking into what it is, when it happens, why it can happen and how to handle it.
14) The Navajo
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47 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
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English
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The Navajo people, who call themselves the Diné, are the largest tribe of Native Americans in the United States. When they arrived from Canada, they settled in Colorado. In 1863, they were forced to march on the Long Walk to the Four Corners: Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona, and Utah. Since then, their lives have changed ddramatically. The Long Walk was a terrible chapter, but their history is one of strength and survival. -- Publisher's description....
15) Bangladesh
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144 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 25 cm.
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English
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Though it is only about the size of Iowa, Bangladesh is one of the world's most populous countries. It has faced many difficulties, but it is rich in history and culture. Readers will explore the nation's beautiful landscapes and densely-packed cities as they find out how the country was first settled and how it has changed over time. They will also learn about Bangladesh's government, its economy, and much more.
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47 pages : illustrations (some color), color map ; 25 cm.
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English
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"Long before she decided to run for president of the United States, Hillary Rodham Clinton was a young woman with goals and dreams ... Learn about her dedication to helping the woman and children of the world, and how she entered the world of law with those goals in mind. Finally, see the changes that becoming Mrs. Bill Clinton brought - and how they helped her achieve some of her greatest goals. Meet Hillary Rodham Clinton, who became First Lady...
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