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Hard times in Ireland

the Scotch-Irish come to America (1603-1775)
2004
Presents a children's book on the Scotch-Irish in early American history including migration, settlements, and the Scotch-Irish legacy.

The Gold Rush

Chinese immigrants come to America (1848-1882)
2004
Presents a children's book on the history of Chinese immigrants in America and includes information on mining camps, Chinese businesses, discrimination and anti-immigration laws, as well as the Chinese influence on the development of the west.

The story of Harley-Davidson

2006
Presents the history of Harley-Davidson corporation, from its beginnings in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in the early 1900s, through its changes as a leading motorcycle manufacturer.

Stanley Cup dream

2004
Brothers Max and Marty Mitchell travel back in time to 1905 where they meet soccer great One-Eyed Frank McGee, see him compete in a game for the Stanley Cup trophy, and get to join the Ottawa Silver Seven on the ice--and teach them a few new moves.

The Inuit

a proud people
2005
Examines the history of the Inuit people, a Native American group that has traditionally lived in the Far North, and features comparisons of various aspects of their lives in the past and in the twenty-first century, discussing homes, clothing, food, family, religion, culture, government, and other topics.

Americas's team

the Dallas Cowboys
2008
Presents a history of the Dallas Cowboys football team and discusses key players, managers, and personalities involved with the team.

Cinco de Mayo

day of Mexican pride
2006
Presents an introduction to Cinco de Mayo, in simple text with illustrations, explaining what it is, its history, and how it is celebrated in Mexico and the United States.

Christmas USA

2006
Presents a collection of facts, crafts, and recipes that celebrate the history of Christmas across the United States.

Our money

2001
A brief history of money in the United States and a description of its minting and use.

The New York Yankees

2002
Discusses the history of the New York Yankees professional baseball team, and looks at the lives and careers of players Joe DeMaggio, Lou Gehrig, Mickey Mantle, Reggie Jackson, Derek Jeter, and Babe Ruth, and manager Casey Stengel.

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