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*Compelling tales from the journals of first Europeans in Aotearoa *Targeted extracts supported by extensive illustration and fact boxes *Fourth title in The NZ Series, non-fiction aimed at readers aged 12+

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In ancient Greece, different city-states often fought one another in deadly battles. But every four years the Greeks set aside their differences to honor the gods and compete peacefully in the Olympic Games. Learn all about the athletes, competitions, and religious ceremonies of the ancient Olympics

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"In graphic novel format, follows the adventures of Nickolas Flux as he travels back in time and must survive a journey on the Underground Railroad"--

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Includes questions for critical thinking.

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"Bundle up and follow the frosty world of freeskiing. Learn about freeskiing, equipment needed, and safety measures taken for this extreme sport. Discover other snow sports, and see how athletes practice their skills and experience thrills in nature"--

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Discover all the frightful stories behind iconic ghost tales from around the world. From the ancient evils of Egypt, cutthroat Celtic sacrifices, Anne Boleyn and other restless royals as well as ghost busters and spook rumblers, combined with tons of Horrible Halloween facts, it's all in Horrible Histories: Ghosts.

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Illustrated stories from around the world that celebrate female characters in ancient myths and legends.

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"Describes key women involved in the American Civil War, including workers of the Underground Railroad, spies, abolitionists, and battlefield nurses"--

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All the most horrible facts about the Groovy Greeks ready for readers to uncover, including why girls ran about naked pretending to be bears, who had the world's first flushing toilet and why dedicated doctors tasted their patients' ear wax. These bestselling titles are sure to be a huge hit with yet another generation of Terry Deary fans.

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"Describes the disgusting details of daily life in colonial America"--

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-Describes the disgusting details of daily life during the U.S. Civil War---

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"Gymnastics: A Guide for Players and Fans lets young readers get up close and personal with one of the world's most intense sports. Readers will find easy-to-read explanations of the history of gymnastics, basic rules and strategies, and how they can suit up and get on the mat. Kids who love gymnastics will flip over the colorful photos, fun facts, and informative sidebars in this book!"--

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Explore the life of Henry Hudson in this captivating biography. In the early 1600s, England was amid the many countries in search of a northern passage to trade with the Far East. After many explorers failed, Henry Hudson was asked to try. Follow along the brave journey of Hudson and learn the importance of his voyage through the Northwest Passage.

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Newly arrived from their faraway homeland, a boy and his family enter into the lights, noise, and traffic of a busy American city. Walk in his shoes as he takes the first tentative steps toward discovering joy in his new world.

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George Washington, Paul Revere, and Thomas Jefferson are remembered as heroes of the American Revolution, but they were only a few of many men and women who risked their lives for independence. Read more about the heroes, both American and European, who were key to the colonists' success in the American Revolution.

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"Describes heroes of the American Civil War from both the Union and the Confederacy, including battlefield heroes, political figures, and others"--

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Before commercial airplanes became a common form of travel, giant airships were a popular mode of long-distance transportation for those who could afford it. But airships could be quite dangerous. In an instant, they could explode or catch fire. Explore what happened when the Hindenburg ignited and became a flaming fireball in the sky. Could anyone survive such a horrific disaster

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The disgusting details about daily life in the Middle Ages, including housing, food, and sanitation.