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Hong Kong
Barbara A. Somervill
Library Binding (Children's Press, Sept. 1, 2015)Learn about the country's history, culture, people and much more!One of the world's major economic centers, Hong Kong occupies a unique status as both a part of China and a mostly independent region. Readers will get an up-close look at Hong Kong's stunning cityscapes and green hills as they learn about the region's people and culture. They will also learn about Hong Kong's long, fascinating history, from its earliest settlement thousands of years ago to its years as a British colony to its current status as a center of global activity.
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Niger
Barbara A. Somervill
Library Binding (Children's Press, Sept. 1, 2016)Learn about the country's history, culture, people and much more!Bordering seven other countries, Niger is a landlocked nation in the heart of western Africa. Due to economic troubles, frequent civil wars and disruption of the government, and other problems, poverty is a major issue throughout the country. Nevertheless, Niger is a land of rich history and vibrant culture. Readers will find out what life is like for the people of Niger, from what they learn in school and what people do for work to what they like to eat and what kind of art they create.
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The History of the Calendar
Barbara A. Somervill
Library Binding (The Childs World Inc, Jan. 1, 2006)Describes the various ways people kept track of time throughout history and how the Gregorian calendar developed.
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Pennsylvania
Barbara A. Somervill
Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2014)Surveys the history, geography, and economy of the Keystone State, as well as the diverse ways of life of its people.
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Iran
Barbara A Somervill
Library Binding (Scholastic, March 1, 2012)Iran is home to a highly varied geography, including vast deserts, towering mountain ranges, and lush wetlands. This has also led to an extremely diverse population, with some people living in tiny mountain villages and others occupying major cities such as Tehran. Readers will get a taste of Irans history and culture. They will also learn about the nations wildlife and climate.
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Nicolaus Copernicus: Father of Modern Astronomy
Barbara Somervill
Library Binding (Compass Point Books, Jan. 1, 2005)A biography profiling the life and controversial ideas of Nicolaus Copernicus, the founder of modern astronomy who through his observations of the stars and planets, discovered that the sun was the center of the universe, which challenged the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church. Includes source notes and timeline.
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It's Cool to Learn About the United States: West
Barbara A. Somervill
language (Cherry Lake Publishing, Oct. 20, 2013)Learn about the history and culture of the western United States.
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The Amistad Mutiny: Fighting for Freedom
Barbara A. Somervill
Library Binding (The Childs World Inc, Jan. 1, 2005)Provides a brief history of the captured and enslaved Africans who mutinied to protect themselves and the legal battle that ensued in the United States over their guilt or freedom.
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