Diane Bailey
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Founded in 1909 in response to violence against African Americans, the NAACP is the nation's oldest and largest civil rights organization. In the last century, it won landmark court cases, including Brown v. Board of Education, that demolished the legal basis for segregation. It advanced legislation in employment, housing, and voting, and helped change public sentiment on racial equality. This title presents the little-known story of the NAACP, its...
22) Ice fishing
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"Did you know people fish even during the cold days of winter? In the winter, it is known as ice fishing. From the history of ice fishing to fishing basics, learn all about the sport"--
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Thrilling, and possibly true, tales including haunted hotels and ghostly sightings are recounted in this terrifying volume. The author allows readers to imagine the possibility of the existence of ghosts while explaining how these phenomena can occur without the help of the supernatural world. The final chapter is filled with information about how ghostly tales are still relevant in pop culture and entertainment today.
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Tattoos have gone from a symbol of shame and isolation to a widely accepted art form all over the world. The book looks at tattoo techniques and styles, from honored religious and cultural traditions of the East to the pop-culture inspired body art of the West. Colorful images provide an interesting glimpse at unique and traditional tattoo styles as they evolve through history into what they are today.
25) Horseback riding
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Horse lovers already know the thrill of mounting up and seeing the sights from the back of a horse. This book helps you learn more about this sport so that you can give it a try, too! Riding a horse is a great way to explore new trails and vistas, plus its fun to create a relationship with such a huge animal! Inside, learn how to find the right horse for you, how to choose the best gear (called "tack") you need, and about all the ways you can ride!...
26) Survival skills
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Provides information on how to survive in the wild, including how to locate water, how to find food, and how to create several types of shelters.
27) Biology
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Introduces how black biologists from around the world created new techniques in cell biology, made discoveries in DNA science, developed groundbreaking chemotherapies, and studied elephants, spiders, and other wildlife.
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For centuries, the vast majority of people from Africa who left the continent had no choice in the matter. The horrible process of slavery that started in the 1500s also created an African-American and Afro-Caribbean community that has since built its own unique and vibrant identity. African immigrants to other parts of the world had their own stories, too. Whether African immigrants began their journeys as slaves, as refugees, or by choice, find...
29) Bird hunting
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"Turkeys, pheasants, ducks, and geese are all kinds of birds that are hunted. Bird hunting has a long history. Discover the gear that is used, how to stay safe while hunting, and more"--
31) Physics
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Provides information on African-American physics that have added to the worlds knowledge in how the universe was made, who examined the earth and how it moves, and many more.
32) Ancient Greece
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Readers will discover the history and accomplishments of the people of ancient Greece, including their cultural achievements and feats of construction.
36) Texas football
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When it comes to college football, there are teams and there are Texas teams. The University of Texas in Austin boasts one of the best, most celebrated football teams in the nation. This action-packed volume takes readers (and Longhorn fans) through the history of the team and highlights some fantastic players, coaches, and game moments. Includes exciting sidebars with bonus information.
37) Arctic wildlife
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Life in the Arctic wilderness is harsh and deadly. Yet many amazing animals survive and thrive there. As the land around the Arctic Circle becomes threatened by climate change and more, this rich animal life faces a host of perils.
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From whales to chimps, from cats and dogs to sharks and coral, the animals of the world are under threat. Human influence on their habitats and on world climate, along with direct attacks by poachers, are creating crisis after crisis. This series looks at some of the most pressing problems in animal conservation and describes some of the steps that humans are taking to help.Each title in PROTECTING THE EARTH S ANIMALS includes color photos throughout,...
40) Suzanne Collins
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In her trilogy of The Hunger Games, Collins imagined a society where children are forced to train as warriors and then fight each other to the death in a gruesome annual tradition. Her stories teach her readers about the complexities of war, and make comments on modern society. Dystopian novels are not new to young readers, and this book introduces you to Collins's inspirations and sources.