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Harriet Tubman

A biography of the Afican American woman who escaped slavery and led others to freedom as a conductor on the Underground Railroad.

Boss of the plains

the hat that won the West
The story of John Stetson and how he came to create the most popular hat west of the Mississippi.

Shelter dogs

amazing stories of adopted strays
Tells the stories of eight stray dogs that were adopted from animal shelters and went on to become service dogs, actors, and heroes.

Papa's latkes

On the first Hanukkah after Mama died, Papa and his two daughters try to make latkes and celebrate without her.

Teammates

Describes the racial prejudice experienced by Jackie Robinson when he joined the Brooklyn Dodgers and became the first black player in Major League baseball and depicts the acceptance and support he received from his white teammate Pee Wee Reese.

Molly's Pilgrim

Told to make a doll like a Pilgrim for the Thanksgiving display at school, Molly's Jewish mother dresses the doll as she herself dressed before leaving Russia to seek religious freedom--much to Molly's embarrassment.

Johnny Appleseed

Recounts the story of the man who traveled west planting apple seeds to make the country a better place to live.

Votes for women

A brief history of American women's fight for voting rights.

Paul Bunyan

Paul was a big bundle of joy when he was born. The trouble was, he grew so big that he couldn't fit in the house!.

National parks

Provides an introduction to the U.S. national park system, describing what national parks are, their history, and where they are located. Highlights twenty-nine of the sixty-three national parks, showcasing the parks' wildlife, vegetation, geography, and natural wonders. Includes maps, a timeline, a glossary, and additional facts and trivia.

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