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The Statue of Liberty wasn't made to welcome immigrants

exposing myths about US landmarks
2020
"Offers numerous . . . facts about American landmarks, including the Washington Monument, Statue of Liberty, and more. Each site's history unfolds through the dismantling of a myth about it. Readers will become . . . tour guides of our nation's . . . locations"--Amazon.

Pufferfish

2018
Text and illustrations provide an introduction to pufferfish.

The coolest Chinese architecture

2022
"China's architecture has always impressed, whether the structure is an ancient temple with perfect symmetry or a modern skyscraper that reflects the passing clouds. In the past century, China's growth as an economic power and its rapid urbanization has demanded ingenuity of architects, who have responded with remarkable designs. This . . . text takes readers on a tour of China's craziest and coolest architectural creations. Through . . . researched text and . . . photographs, they'll discover the . . . dimensions of the New Century Global Center, the intricate ornamentation of Beijing National Stadium, and the record-breaking construction process of the T30 Hotel, among many other . . . facts"--Provided by publisher.

Zendaya

2022
Few actors can go by one name. Zendaya is one of them. Born Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman, she first found success on the Disney Channel. She continued to act in TV shows and made the leap to the silver screen in 2017 as Michelle in Spider Man: Homecoming. In recent years, Zendaya has branched out into more dramatic and controversial roles. Readers will love learning about Zendaya's early career, family life, personal interests, and goals for the future. Colorful photographs of Zendaya on the red carpet accompany the at-level biographical text.

20 fun facts about famous railroads

2020
Explores the history of railroads around the world, focusing on facts about the most famous railroads.

Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass

2022
"Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass had an unlikely friendship built on mutual respect. Both had risen from poverty to prominence in the years prior to the Civil War due to hard work and a passion for their beliefs. Lincoln grew to rely on Douglass for his advice during the war. Readers will learn biographical information about both these important Americans through accessible text and interesting fact boxes, including quotations from each. Stunning historical images give readers more context about the turbulent times in which Lincoln and Douglass lived"--Provided by publisher.

Lions

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, and life cycle of lions.

Using your bones

An introduction to human bones, what they do, and how to stay healthy.

Whale shark

the largest fish
2020
"Can you imagine swimming with the largest fish in the ocean? Some people have had this amazing experience! These fantastic fish are called whale sharks, and they can be more than 45 feet (13.7 m) long. Whale sharks may sound fierce, but they're only hungry for fish-not people. Readers will read about these slow-swimming gentle giants . . . photographs reveal just how massive whale sharks are, while fact boxes provide readers with additional interesting information"--Provided by publisher.

Chadwick Boseman

Actor Chadwick Boseman has starred in many films, portraying notably strong characters including baseball legend Jackie Robinson and superhero Black Panther. Even though Boseman's film career didn't start until he was in his 30s, he has worked hard for his success. In this enlightening biography, readers will learn about Boseman's upbringing, education, acting career, and more. Accessible text and photographs of Boseman on the red carpet highlight his acting journey. A timeline of key points guides readers through Boseman's life and career.

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