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North Korea strictly limits contact between its citizens and the outside world. Rare occasions, such as the North Korean Mass Games, offer a glimpse of what's often called the secret state. The country typically broadcasts an image of a strong and unified people, but what is the daily reality of life in North Korea? In this look at a major current events topic, state propaganda, defector's accounts, and other annotated quotes highlight conflicting...
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Grosset & Dunlap, an imprint of Penguin Random House
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Step back in time to the birth of America and meet the real-life rebels who made this country free! On a hot summer day near Philadelphia in 1776, Thomas Jefferson sat at his desk and wrote furiously until early the next morning. He was drafting the Declaration of Independence, a document that would sever this country's ties with Britain and announce a new nation--The United States of America. Colonists were willing to risk their lives for freedom,...
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Philomel Books
Pub. Date
c2005
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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In 1776 Thomas Jefferson put his quill to paper and the Declaration of Independence sprang to life. Follow the Declaration's journey over the next two centuries, surviving eight wars and travelling through five states on horseback, boat, railcar, and
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Rosen Central Primary Sources
Pub. Date
2004
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IL: MG - BL: 8.5 - AR Pts: 2
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English
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Uses primary source documents, narrative, and illustrations to recount the history of the colonies' break from Great Britain and the creation of a new government of the United States.
14) Andrew Jackson
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Making of America (Abrams) volume 2
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IL: MG - BL: 8.5 - AR Pts: 6
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English
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Chronicles the life and career of President Andrew Jackson,discussing his childhood, political career and more.
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World landmark books volume W-31
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Random House
Pub. Date
[1953]
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English
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National Geographic Partners
Pub. Date
[2017]
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English
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National Geographic presents the 43 individuals who have led the U.S., plus America's newest commander-in-chief, in this up-to-date, authoritative, and lavishly illustrated family, school, and library reference. It features comprehensive profiles of the 43 former presidents along with timelines and descriptions of crucial events during their terms. Information about the 2016 president-elect is also included. Thematic spreads cover a variety of topics...
19) Countdown to independence: a revolution of ideas in England and her American colonies : 1760-1776
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Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
c2001
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 9.9 - AR Pts: 18
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English
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Examines the people and events both in the American colonies and in Great Britain between 1760 and 1776 that led to the American Revolution.
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Roaring Brook Press
Pub. Date
2009
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IL: LG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Nelson Mandela's autobiography, Long Walk to Freedom, offers a glimpse into the mind of a great leader, admired across the globe for his dedication to the struggles against apartheid in South Africa. Now the youngest readers can discover the remarkab
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