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42) The Inca
Author
Series
Description
Traces the rise of the Incan civilization with emphasis on their culture, social structure, government, economy, and the fatal encounter with the Spanish conquistadors which brought about the end of their society.
44) The Crow
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Discusses the history, traditional lifestyle, language, world view, and contemporary life of the Crow Indians.
45) Antarctica
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2019.
Description
Details the history, culture, and geography of Antarctica.
48) The BP oil spill
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Explores what caused the oil spill, its effect, and how people have tried to minimize the damage.
49) The Sioux
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2011]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
An introduction to the Sioux people, explaining who they are, reviewing the history of the Sioux, telling the story of Little Bighorn, and examining key parts of Sioux culture.
51) Planet Uranus
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Introduces the planet Uranus, discusses its history, its composition, and its role in the solar system.
52) Planet Mercury
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2014.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Because it is closer to the sun than any other planet in the solar system, the surface of Mercury is extremely hot. Readers will discover what it is like on the surface of this small planet. They will also find out how the planet was discovered, what it is made of, and how scientists are working to learn more about it today.
53) The Apache
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2011]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
An introduction to the Apache people, explaining who they are, reviewing the history of the Apache, examining the life of Geronimo and other Apache warriors, and looking at how the Apache live in the twenty-first century.
54) The Navajo
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2011]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
An exploration of the Navajo Indians, discussing the nation's relationship with Spaniards and settlers, culture, crafts, and more.
55) Wetlands
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2011]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Explains what wetlands are like, looks at the plants that define wetlands, discusses the types of animals that make their homes in wetlands, and includes information on why wetlands are important and what is being done to save them.
58) The Anasazi
Author
Series
Description
Describes the homes, culture, and way of life of the Anasazi, the Ancient Ones of the southwestern United States whose descendants became the Pueblos.
59) Koalas
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes the characteristics and behavior of the marsupial whose name means "one who doesn't drink.".
60) The Apache
Author
Series
Description
Describes the history, customs, religion, government, homes, and day-to-day life of the Apache people of the Southwest.