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"Vivid storytelling and authentic dialogue bring American history to life and place readers in the shoes of real people who experienced some of the most pivotal moments leading up to the American Revolution. Hostilities are beginning between British and Colonists, as the British fire on the mob at the Boston Massacre. Paul Revere, John Adams, and others to begin rebellious acts such as the Gaspee Affair and Boston Tea Party. Readers dive into this...
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The sports world is full of epic comebacks, upsets, chokes, and clutch performances. The most memorable buzzer-beating baskets, double-digit comebacks, and unexpected meltdowns are all here alongside vivid photos and lively writing from award-winning sports author Matt Doeden. From racing legend Man o' War's only career loss in 1919 to the 2017 Super Bowl's incredible finish, sports fans will have plenty to digest. Doeden also writes about the science...
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YOU are struggling to survive during the Great Depression. As a migrant worker, you travel from place to place hoping to earn enough money to get by. How will you find a way to feed and clothe yourself and your family? Step back in time to face the challenges that real people were met with during this difficult time in history.
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Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting to engage reluctant readers! The National Football League (NFL) is the most popular sports league in the United States, and the Super Bowl is its grandest stage. The incredible runs, the gutsy defensive stands, and the game-winning touchdown throws are all here. Award-winning sports author Matt Doeden explores the history of the Super Bowl and covers the championship...
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With more than 100 seasons in the history books, Major League Baseball has seen its share of winners. But how do you compare legendary players like those on the 1927 New York Yankees to the incredible season stats of the 2001 Seattle Mariners? Find out about baseball's fantastic seasons, thrilling championships, and biggest Hall-of-Famers. Plus, take history into your hands to rank your own G.O.A.T.!
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On October 5, 2011, the news of the death of technology innovator Steve Jobs rocked the world. The failing health of the Apple cofounder and Pixar CEO was no secret. Jobs had given up his role as Apple's CEO just a few months prior because of his struggle with pancreatic cancer. But his death still drew a huge reaction. From Apple employees and fans to political and business leaders, people honored Jobs's passing by reflecting on his prolific life...
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Four airplanes crashed; thousands of people died; and millions more wept. The impact of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, sent shock waves around the world. Through powerful narrative storytelling, follow the tales of people who experienced the tragedy firsthand. Meets Common Core standards for narrative nonfiction and exploring multiple accounts of an event.
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The Second World War is a war of the modern world, in terms of technology and firepower. Airplanes, tanks, and fully automatic weapons make their appearance. Battles in both Europe and the Pacific give this fight between nations a global scope. Will you: Live through the attack of Stalingrad as a young Russian commander? Experience the invasion of Okinawa as a U.S. pilot or infantryman? Fight in the Battle of the Bulge, a major turning point in the...
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YOU have found yourself in the midst of the chaos of the War of 1812 between Great Britain and the young United States. Will you fight in the north on Lake Eerie, or join General Jackson in the south? Or maybe you'll help save precious items from the White House as the British burn Washington, D.C. Step back in time to face the challenges and decisions that real people faced during this restless time in history.
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You're living in the United States during the time of the Westward Expansion. Settlers are heading west on the Oregon Trail as they seek better lives. Will you: Go west with your family as part of a wagon train? Serve as a trail guide for a group of settlers? Try to cope with the changes in your way of life as a western American Indian? Everything in this book happened to real people. And YOU CHOOSE what you do next. The choices you make could lead...
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YOU are one of the many fortune seekers during the California Gold Rush in the 1850s. Will you pan for gold, set up a mine, or make your riches by serving the miners who have flocked to the area? Step back in time to face the challenges and decisions that real people faced during this exciting time in history.
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Do you know:
• Which team won the first NBA championship?
• Why Michael Jordan felt awful during one of his greatest playoff performances?
• How the Golden State Warriors built a playoff dynasty?
Read about the incredible playoff games that basketball fans will never forget. Clutch performances and shocking finishes have helped make the NBA playoffs one of the most thrilling spectacles in sports. The biggest moments, from buzzer-beaters...
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The colony of Massachusetts in 1692 was a harsh place. Disease, hunger, and the threat of war made life stressful. Colonists clung to their religious faith and looked for someone to blame. Some accused their fellow colonists of causing the troubles through the practice of witchcraft. The hysteria spread until no one was safe. Will you: Attempt to defend yourself against charges of witchcraft? Try to keep your family together as your mother is put...
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No one does dynasties quite like the National Basketball Association. And over the decades, great teams have taken the league to new heights. Relive basketball's top moments, from the Bill Russell Era of the Boston Celtics with eight straight championships to the rise of Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls. Check out our top ten greatest men's basketball teams, see why they made the cut, and make your own ranking!
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