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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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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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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.

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What was the Underground Railroad--and who traveled on it Who was Harriet Tubman and what did she do This gripping book tells kids all about the perilous journey to escape slavery and finally become free: how long it could take, where the fugitives hid, who helped them, how "stationmasters" sent secret messages, and other fascinating details of the legendary Underground Railroad.

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Who is Neil deGrasse Tyson A young boy who felt the universe call to him during a grade-school planetarium visit. A teenager who gave lectures on astronomy. One of hte most well-known astrophysicists in the world and the director of the Hayden Planetarium.

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Who was Susan B. Anthony--what did she stand for, why was she arrested, and how did she fight for womens right to vote And did she ever see her dream of womans suffrage come true From the first womens rights convention at Seneca Falls, New York, to the enactment of the 19th Amendment, this lively chronicle introduces Anthony and the American suffragist movement.

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The fascinating story of the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPS) program of World War II, started nearly 60 years ago, is told through firsthand accounts by these women who share their experiences in test-flying and target practice training. Foreword by the first woman to pilot a space shuttle and the first female commander of a space shuttle mission. Photos.

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In this inspiring picture book, Po Po brings to light the hardships and discrimination that many endured in eight events that took place in American history.

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Presents history of America's early settlers and their brave journey. This title provides a kid-focused approach to learning answers to questions such as: what were colonial houses like; what did the colonists eat; and, was there really a Thanksgiving feast between Native Americans and the Pilgrims.

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Introduces readers to Viking culture through the mythology of the Norse people.

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Introduces readers to Viking culture through the mythology of the Norse people.

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"Takes readers on a bone-crunching journey from football's origins to the latest research on concussion and traumatic brain injuries in the sport"--Dust jacket flap.

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An intelligent and appealing look at the life, times, and words of Mahatma Gandhi.

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A civics book that helps readers focus on the definition of globalization, how technology drives globalization, and how globalization affects economies, political systems, human rights, and cultures around the world. The book also explores the future of globalization and discusses issues the global community might face in coming years. Full color.

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From colonial fashions and trades to biographies on key historical figures such as Captain John Smith and Thomas Jefferson, this interactive guide blends activities with facts and trivia about early America. It includes a colonial timeline, common terms used in early American life, and a directory of famous historic sites.

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Offers build-it activities that connect readers to the people who built their homes and communities on the frontier, enhancing this first-hand look at the history of the American West and pioneers. This title is intended for ages 9-12.