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Presents a treasury of facts and stories from U.S. history, including that the word "independence" does not appear in the Declaration of Independence and that World War I soldiers used glowworms to help them see at night.

"A overview of warriors throughout history--from Ancient Greece to the Middle Ages--the equipment they used, and the most famous warriors in history"--

All about mummies from around the world. With hilarious illustrations and disgusting facts about mummies from King Tut to the Bog Man, this easy-to-read book will keep readers wrapped up for hours!

From Egypt's big cities to its incredible pyramids in the desert, readers have so much to discover about this amazing country! This title covers information like Egypt's common foods, its largest cities and capital, plants and animals, and things to see and do.

Ms. Frizzle and her tour group are transported to China 1000 years in the past, where they learn how rice, tea and silk are grown and harvested, and visit the Emperor in the Forbidden City.

"Reverend F.D. Reese was a leader of the Voting Rights Movement in Selma, Alabama. As a teacher and principal, he recognized that his colleagues were viewed with great respect in the city. Could he convince them to risk their jobs--and perhaps their lives--by organizing a teachers-only march to the county courthouse to demand their right to vote? On January 22, 1965, the Black teachers left their classrooms and did just that, with Reverend Reese leading...

"Meghan McCarthy tells the story of the history of movies and the creators who made them. In fascinating detail, she shows how early photography capturing motion became silent films, which led to the first color films"--

"A powerful look at the evolution of voting rights in the United States, from our nation's founding to the present day"--

Introduces the history of ancient Greece, covering religions, politics, myths, and entertainment activities.

"An elementary look at the Pittsburgh Steelers professional football team, including its formation in 1933, most memorable players, Super Bowl championships, and stars of today"--Provided by publisher.