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Mules in American History
Norman D. Graubart
Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Aug. 1, 2014)While mules share some similarities with horses, they are very different and are used for very different purposes. With rich detail, this book sets forth how their strength, endurance, and steadiness sets them apart from horses and made them invaluable to American history.
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Bison in American History
Norman D. Graubart
Paperback (Powerkids Pr, Aug. 1, 2014)Looks at the bison in American history, describing how they were hunted by Native Americans and American hunters for their meat and hides, leading to their near extinction in the 1890s, until conservation measures were introduced by President Theodore Roosevelt.
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Beavers in American History
Norman D Graubart
Paperback (PowerKids Press, Aug. 1, 2014)Beavers had a profound effect on American history. Their useful fur fueled trade, influenced fashion, and even ignited violent conflicts. Take a closer look at these fascinating details as well as the near extinction and resurgence of one of the most historically influential animalsthe beaver.
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Mules in American History
Norman D Graubart
Paperback (PowerKids Press, Jan. 1, 2015)While mules share some similarities with horses, they are very different and are used for very different purposes. With rich detail, this book sets forth how their strength, endurance, and steadiness sets them apart from horses and made them invaluable to American history.
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Bison in American History
Norman D Graubart
Library Binding (PowerKids Press, Jan. 1, 2015)Bison, also known as American Buffalo, may be North Americas largest indigenous land animal, but that doesnt mean theyre invincible. In this volume, students will learn all about bison, why they were overhunted, the conservationist efforts that saved them from disappearing forever, and how all of this shaped history.
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Whales in American History
Norman D Graubart
Library Binding (PowerKids Press, Aug. 1, 2014)Whaling was an industry that involved taking enormous ships on voyages that could last for years at a time. And thats just the beginning! From the whales themselves to their uses and beyond, this book presents a cross-curricular look at the oceans largest animal and the influence it has had on American history.
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Beavers in American History
Norman D Graubart
Library Binding (PowerKids Press, Aug. 1, 2014)Beavers had a profound effect on American history. Their useful fur fueled trade, influenced fashion, and even ignited violent conflicts. Take a closer look at these fascinating details as well as the near extinction and resurgence of one of the most historically influential animalsthe beaver.
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Cattle in American History
Norman D Graubart
Paperback (PowerKids Press, Jan. 1, 2015)Milk, butter, beef, and leather are just a few of the important items that have been produced by cattle throughout history. But what other roles have cattle played? Have they changed over time? And, if so, how? Readers will come to better understand the numerous roles cattle have played and continue to play with detail-rich information and enlightening illustrations.
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Cattle in American History
Norman D. Graubart
Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Aug. 1, 2014)Milk, butter, beef, and leather are just a few of the important items that have been produced by cattle throughout history. But what other roles have cattle played? Have they changed over time? And, if so, how? Readers will come to better understand the numerous roles cattle have played and continue to play with detail-rich information and enlightening illustrations.
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Whales in American History
Norman D Graubart
Paperback (PowerKids Press, Aug. 1, 2014)Whaling was an industry that involved taking enormous ships on voyages that could last for years at a time. And thats just the beginning! From the whales themselves to their uses and beyond, this book presents a cross-curricular look at the oceans largest animal and the influence it has had on American history.
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