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Tells the story behind the original nineteenth-century national treasure that inspired the poem by Francis Scott Key and the American national anthem, while sharing insights into how the Smithsonian cares for the flag.

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"A quarterback dodges three defenders to throw to his wide receiver, who makes a miraculous catch, pinning the ball against his helmet as he falls to the turf. Four plays later, that same QB makes a game-winning throw to the end zone to win the Super Bowl. This is the NFL's ultimate prize. Young fans will savor the surprising facts, amazing stories, and legendary players found in this book"--

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"A speedy defender steps in front of a pass and takes off down the court. As the home fans roar, her opponents race to catch up. The Women's National Basketball Association's championship is on the line. Hoops fans will find plenty of thrills as they discover the amazing stories of the WNBA Finals and the legendary stars who have made their names in the championship series"--

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"A forward dribbles upfield and works to get into position to score, but a defending player covers too well. Then the forward fakes, and the defender overreaches. One swift kick and . . . gooooaaaallll! The crowd roars. Soccer's ultimate prize is on the line. Readers will delight in discovering the legendary players, thrilling games, and long history of the World Cup"--

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"A pitcher reads his catcher's signal ... slider, down, and away. He winds up and releases. Swing and a miss! Young baseball fans will enjoy reading all about the daring pitches, hits, and plays of the World Series. Readers can easily follow the leveled text as they learn more about the history, stars, and moments of the ultimate baseball championship"--

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"3 story paths, 35 choices, 15 endings"--Cover.

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"Examines the Battle of the Alamo, including its causes, leaders, and results"--

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"In graphic novel format, follows the adventures of Nickolas Flux as he travels back in time to the assassination of Abraham Lincoln and joins the hunt for John Wilkes Booth"--

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"In a narrative nonfiction format, follows people who experienced the assassination of John F. Kennedy"--

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Whether they occur at home or in the workplace, fires are devastating events that sometimes cause the tragic deaths of innocent people. Find out what happened when a factory in New York City caught fire in the early 1900s. And discover why so many workers were unable to escape the blazing building.

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"Discusses the heroic actions and experiences of the Tuskegee Airmen and the impact they made during times of war or conflict"--

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"Historical photographs ... bring the story of the moon landing to life"--

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"Historical photographs ... bring the story of the Challenger explosion to life [including] how it happened, the subsequent investigation into its causes, and how it set back U.S. investment in space exploration"--

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"Historical photographs ... bring the story of CNN to life ... [including] how Ted Turner developed the idea of a 24/7 news network ... [which] changed the way news was delivered, and gave rise to the 24-hour news cycle on the internet as well as TV"--

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From the author of National Book Award finalist "Flesh and Blood So Cheap: The Triangle Fire and Its Legacy" comes a fascinating look at the history and science of the deadly 1918 flu pandemic--and the chances for another worldwide pandemic. Photos.

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A spoof travel guide written with time-travellers in mind. It introduces young readers to all aspects of the history of the period, from how the Ancient Egyptians farmed and what they ate to their gods and how they worshipped. It also includes internet links that allow children to access selected websites to find out more about the period.