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Books in True Books: American History series

  • The Georgia Colony

    Kevin Cunningham

    Paperback (Scholastic, Sept. 1, 2011)
    A True Book: Thirteen Colonies series allows readers to experience what makes each of America's colonies distinctive and exceptional.Readers will get to know each colonies' history, geography, and contributions. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.
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  • The Constitution

    Patricia Ryon Quiri

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 1998)
    Explains why a constitution was needed; describes the convention in Philadelphia in 1787, the Virginia and New Jersey plans, the Great Compromise, and the ratification process.
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  • Life in the West

    Teresa Domnauer

    Paperback (Scholastic, Sept. 1, 2010)
    A True Book: Westward Expansion takes readers on an amazing journey to a fascinating time in U.S. history when the country was experiencing dynamic change and expanding westward.This book provides the keys to discovering the important people, places and events that helped shape the western United States. An age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study is included.
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  • The Harlem Renaissance: An African American Cultural Movement

    Tamra Orr

    Paperback (Lucent Books, Aug. 15, 2018)
    "The Harlem Renaissance was an exciting period in American history, and readers are placed in the middle of this vibrant African American cultural movement through engaging main text, annotated quotations from historical figures and scholars, and carefully selected primary sources. Eye-catching sidebars and a comprehensive timeline highlight important artists, writers, and works from the Harlem Renaissance to give readers a strong sense of this essential social studies curriculum topic. The influence of the Harlem Renaissance can still be seen in the cultural contributions of African Americans today, making this a topic that is sure to resonate with readers"--
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  • The Trail of Tears: A Journey of Loss

    Kristen Rajczak Nelson

    Library Binding (Lucent Books, Aug. 15, 2017)
    Describes the Trail of Tears, where over one hundred thousand Native Americans were forcibly removed from their native lands by the United States, and discusses the long-term impacts of the relocation.
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  • The American Flag

    Patricia Ryon Quiri

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, June 1, 1998)
    Describes the history and symbolism of the American flag
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  • The Bald Eagle

    Patricia Ryon Quiri

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, June 1, 1998)
    Describes the characteristics and habits of the bird chosen as the national emblem of the United States
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  • The Revolutionary War

    Brendan January

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2000)
    Describes the events preceding, during, and following the American Revolution, from the Stamp Act in 1765 to the signing of the treaty in Paris in 1783.
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  • The National Anthem

    Patricia Ryon Quiri

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, June 1, 1998)
    Describes how a patriotic and eloquent attorney was inspired to write "The Star-Spangled Banner" after witnessing the British attack on Fort McHenry during the War of 1812
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  • The Bill of Rights

    Patricia Ryon Quiri

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 1998)
    Chronicles how the Bill of Rights came to be, as well as the freedoms it guarantees, details each of the amendments, and demonstrates how some have affected contemporary life in the United States.
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  • Ellis Island

    Patricia Ryon Quiri

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, April 1, 1998)
    Describes how the immigration station on Ellis Island served as a gateway into the United States for millions of immigrants
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  • The Rhode Island Colony

    Kevin Cunningham

    Paperback (Scholastic, Sept. 1, 2011)
    A history of the Rhode Island colony, from the lives of its earliest Indian inhabitants through its involvement in the American Revolution.
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