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The MLB encyclopedia for kids

Alongside both historic and recent photographs, readers will learn about each MLB team's history, greatest seasons, greatest players, and team records. In addition, the book offers an in-depth introduction about the sport's history, a section on star players, and information on the statistical leaders in various categories. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

The Tuskegee Airmen

Examines the history and achievements of the Tuskegee Airmen of World War Two, their struggle for racial equality, and their incredible service record escorting over two hundred bomber missions without losing one plane.

Men of the 65th

the Borinqueneers of the Korean War
"Learn about Puerto Rico's 65th Regiment, one of the US Army's most decorated regiments. Author Talia Aikens-Nun?ez shares the history of these soldiers and the discrimination they faced as they served their country during the largest court martial of the Korean War"--Provided by publisher.

Reaching for the moon

the Cold War space race
"Readers will learn about the first rockets launched during World War II, and Russian cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin who was the first man in space. Details of the long and dangerous trip when Neil Armstrong, Edwin 'Buzz' Aldrin, and Michael Collins finally set foot on the moon will enrapture readers. Students will explore how past successes and failures have led to present-day accomplishments"--Provided by publisher.

Jeff Bezos

founder of Amazon and the Kindle
Describes the histories of Amazon.com and the Kindle; discusses the life of their founder and creator Jeffrey Bezos; and examines how they have influenced the world.

African Americans and the Civil War

An exploration of the roles of African-Americans during the Civil War that describes how free blacks and ex-slaves volunteered to fight in over four hundred battles, despite prejudices and unfair treatment.

Amendment XIX

granting women the right to vote
Provides historical background information about the Nineteenth Amendment, which provided voting rights to women, and includes essays that debate issues associated with women's rights.

Amendment XIV

due process
Contains fifteen articles that examine aspects of the Fourteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, providing historical background, looking at test cases, and reviewing modern-day due process issues.

Amendment XII

presidential election process
A series of controversial essays that debate issues associated with the Twelfth Amendment and the Presidential election process, including issues concerning the electoral college and other court cases related to the Twelfth Amendment.

Amendment XIII

abolishing slavery
A collection of controversial essays that debate issues associated with the Thirteenth Amendment and the abolition of slavery, including arguments over the Emancipation Proclamation, "Separate but Equal" laws, and other court cases related to the amendment.

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