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In 1838, settlers moving west forced the great Cherokee Nation, and their chief John Ross, to leave their home land and travel 1,200 miles to Oklahoma. An epic story of friendship, war, hope, and betrayal.
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A provocative question-and-answer format teaches young readers a multitude of facts about a small slice of American history—life on the Oregon Trail in the 1840s. Illustrations.
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A true crime thrillerNthe first book for teens to tell the nearly unknown tale of the brazen attempt to steal Abraham Lincoln's body from its tomb.
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"This well-researched and readable account provides fresh insight into the human cost of a pivotal event in United States history".—The Horn Book, starred review. Illustrated with over 50 archival photos.
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This exciting and sometimes humorous look at a remarkable episode in American history is told by the actual words of Lewis and Clark as they describe their journey to the Pacific Ocean. Excerpts from Clark's journal recreates their adventures—from... [ More...]
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In a question-and-answer format, the reader is introduced to what the underground railroad was and how it was used between 1830 and 1860 to help slaves in America escape to the North.
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In 1848, gold was discovered in California, attracting more than 300,000 people from all over the world, some who struck it rich and many more who didn't. Hear the stories about the gold-seeking "forty-niners!" Includes a 16-page photo insert. Illustrations.
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In 1803, President Thomas Jefferson sends Lewis and Clark out west to explore. He tells them to make maps. He tells them to draw pictures and collect plants. Most importantly, he tells them to send presents! What kind of present is good enough for a... [ More...]
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