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1) Geronimo
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"Geronimo earned his place in the pantheon of Native American heroes by standing up for his people, even in the face of punishment. Though he never regained his tribe's lands from the US government, he is remembered by many Apache for his leadership and courage. Readers learn about Geronimo's fight for Apache territory as well as his early life in the present-day American Southwest. Historical images of him and early Native American reservations enhance...
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The Pacific Northwest is home to two of the most environmentally friendly cities in the nation-Seattle, Washington, and Portland, Oregon. Even a short trip through the Rocky Mountains or along the Pacific coast allows travelers to revel in the awesome beauty of one of the United States' most fascinating regions. It's no wonder these communities so highly regard conservation! Readers will explore the Pacific Northwest through full-color photographs...
4) Pocahontas
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Chronicles the life and accomplishments of Pocahontas, from her childhood to her marriage to an English tobacco planter which created a climate of peace between the Powhatans and the English settlers for eight years.
6) Pocahontas
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Pocahontas was just a child when her world changed forever. White men from across the ocean built a fort near her village. Most likely, Pocahontas had never seen a white man before. Some of her people feared the settlers, but Pocahontas wanted to know more about them. She took the settlers food and taught Captain John Smith her language. Find out how this bright, brave young girl became an ambassador for her people, helping to keep the peace between...
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Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting to engage reluctant readers! The Gateway Arch is the tallest monument in the United States. At 630 feet, it is more than twice the height of the Statue of Liberty. The Gateway Arch honors all the settlers who passed through St. Louis, Missouri, on their way out west. But how was it made? Who designed it? Read this book to find out! Learn about many remarkable sites in...
10) The Cherokee
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"With more than 800,000 people claiming Cherokee descent, the Cherokee nation is the most populous native group in the United States today. Readers will find out where the Cherokee settled, the traditions that united them as a people, and what happened when European settlers arrived on Cherokee land, with a special focus on the infamous Trail of Tears and its repercussions. This valuable volume highlights the Cherokee people's resilience in rebuilding...
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Realizing that his future lies in owning land, not just being free, a young man raised as a slave becomes a buffalo soldier--a member of an all-black cavalry regiment formed to protect white settlers from Indians, bandits, and outlaws, and that later fought in the Spanish American War. Includes historical note.
12) The Oregon Trail
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"For more than three decades in the mid-1800s, the Oregon Trail was the main way settlers traveled west. Today, people can visit parts of this historic trail, and even walk where pioneers did as they made their way to new lives in the Pacific Northwest and California. Complemented by full-color photographs, the main content addresses the historical context of the trail to supplement the social studies curriculum. Fact boxes offer tips to those traveling...
13) Shawnee
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This title introduces readers to the Shawnee people. Text covers traditional ways of life, including social structure, homes, food, art, clothing, and more. Also discussed is contact with Europeans and American settlers, as well as how the people keep their culture alive today. Table of contents, map, fun facts, timeline, glossary, and index included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint...
14) Choctaw
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Presents information about the Native American tribe known as Choctaw, describing their history, clothing, food, social roles, hunting customs, religious beliefs, and decline in the nineteenth century after encounters with European settlers.
15) Hopi
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Introduces the Hopi Indians, including their history, religion, and customs.
16) Miwok
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Presents information about the Native American tribe known as Miwok, describing their history, clothing, food, social roles, hunting customs, religious beliefs, and decline in the nineteenth century after encounters with European settlers.
17) Blackfoot
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This title introduces readers to the Blackfoot people. Text covers traditional ways of life, including social structure, homes, food, art, clothing, and more. Also discussed is contact with American settlers, as well as how the people keep their culture alive today. Table of contents, map, fun facts, timeline, glossary, and index included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing....
18) Johnny Appleseed
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In his own special way, Johnny Appleseed helped the development of America by planting thousands of apple trees. These apple trees provided early settlers with food to eat. Learn more in Johnny Appleseed, one of the titles in the Folk Heroes series.
19) Nez Perce
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This title introduces readers to the Nez Perce people. Text covers traditional ways of life, including social structure, homes, food, art, clothing, and more. Also discussed is contact with American settlers, as well as how the people keep their culture alive today. Table of contents, map, fun facts, timeline, glossary, and index included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing....
20) Chickasaw
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This title introduces readers to the Chickasaw people. Text covers traditional ways of life, including social structure, homes, food, art, clothing, and more. Also discussed is contact with Europeans and American settlers, as well as how the people keep their culture alive today. Table of contents, map, fun facts, timeline, glossary, and index included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint...
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