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Martin Luther King Jr.

Provides accounts of ten significant days in the life of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., including December 5, 1955 when he called for a boycott of buses in Montgomery, Alabama, and August 28, 1963 when he delivered his now-famous "I Have a Dream" speech at the Lincoln Memorial.

Apollo 13

An account of the fateful April 1970 mission to the moon follows the harrowing experiences of its three astronauts, who fought to return safely to Earth in the wake of a disastrous explosion.

What do we know about the mystery of D. B. Cooper?

Find out what really happened when a strange man hijacked an airplane in 1971 and then parachuted out of it, never to be seen again. What is the truth behind the mystery of the man who came to be known as D. B. Cooper?.

We can vote

"Introduces the reader on the process of voting"--.

Diana Taurasi

"Engaging images accompany information about Diana Taurasi. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--.

Who was the voice of the people?

Cesar Chavez
"Follow Cesar Chavez and the National Farmworkers Association as they set out on a difficult 300-mile protest march in support of farm workers' rights. A story of hope, solidarity, and perseverance, this graphic novel invites readers to immerse themselves in the life of the famous Latino American Civil Rights leader -- brought to life by gripping narrative and vivid full-color illustrations"--.

Who was a daring pioneer of the skies?

Amelia Earhart
"Explore the story of Amelia Earhart as she embarks on her second and final journey around the globe. A story of determination, heart, and courage, this graphic novel invites readers to immerse themselves into the daring grit of the aviation pioneer--brought to life by gripping narrative and vivid full-color illustrations that fly off the page"--.

Paul Bunyan

the invention of an American legend
"In a humorous graphic novel set in Minnesota around 1914, we see W. B. Laughead, an advertising manager for a lumber company, spin the Paul Bunyan tall tales. Highlights the impact of clear-cutting old-growth forests. With contributions by Native authors as well as historical maps, photos, and a bibliography.".

Immigration matters

movements, visions, and strategies for a progressive future
A collection of writings by various authors exploring nativism and the U.S. immigration system, immigration rights, and immigration reform. Also describes the contributions of immigrants, and explores related issues including family reunification, legalization, paths to citizenship, and humane enforcement.

Dreamland

America's immigration lottery in an age of restriction
Examines the history, purpose, and legacy of the 1990 United States Diversity Visa Lottery. Describes the government program's role in global migration, its benefits, and threats against it from anti-immigrant policies and anti-Black racism.

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