Dennis B. Fradin
Author
Pub. Date
[2008]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
In the early morning hours of July 11, 1804, two men stood facing each other on a New Jersey cliff side. One was the U.S. vice president, Aaron Burr, and the other was Alexander Hamilton, the secretary of the treasury. They were ready to fight to the death for honor.
Author
Pub. Date
[2004]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.9 - AR Pts: 7
Description
Born in a small town in rural Arkansas, Daisy Bates was a journalist and activist who became one of the foremost civil rights leaders in America. In 1957 she mentored the nine black students who were integrated into Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas.
8) Floods
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[1982]
Description
Explains the causes of one of the most destructive natural phenomenons, listing some disastrous floods and explaining protective measures which should be taken.
12) Colorado
Author
Pub. Date
c1993
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
An overview of the Centennial State, introducing its history, geography, industries, sites of interest, and famous people.
14) The Pawnee
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[1988]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes the history, beliefs, customs, homes, and day-to-day life of the Pawnee Indians. Also discusses their present-day status.
Author
Pub. Date
[2005]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Presents a short history of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, and describes how the rebel leaders were warned of the approaching British and the standoff between seventy Lexington militiamen and two hundred fifty British regulars.
16) California
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c1993
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
An introduction to the "Golden State," our most populated state and our top farming and manufacturing state.
19) Christmas
Author
Pub. Date
c1990
Description
Describes the history behind Christmas and the various ways it is celebrated.