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"In graphic novel format, follows the adventures of Nickolas Flux as he travels back in time and must survive the Battle of the Alamo"--Provided by publisher.

In 1876, France decided to give the United States a very big and very special present--the Statue of Liberty. The gift was to commemorate the 100th birthday of the United States, and just packing it was no small feat--350 pieces in 214 crates shipped across the ocean. The story of how the 111-foot-tall lady took her place in the New York Harbor will fascinate young readers.

Examines how America developed its memorial and sculptural traditions, and how these were applied to war remembrance through a series of short essays illustrated by over one hundred-forty photographs, and includes a descriptive catalog of one hundred fifty-nine memorials with maps that provide walking tours in Manhattan and Brooklyn.

From insects to elephants, bicycles to rockets, the extremes of weather, the natural world and space, Extreme Comparisons shows how they compare to each other in a variety of ways. Fascinating, up-to-date information details every subject clearly, and each spread features an object from the last,so some extreme and unlikely comparisons can be made.

This book explains to young children facts about shopping in a grocery store. It tells why making a list is important and why reading labels helps us make healthy choices. Because the stores are often busy, children are cautioned to push carts with care so other people do not get hurt. This book also shows the necessity of learning math and counting money.

Presents the history of the Statue of Liberty from its conception to its completion, how it was transported from France to the United States, and more.

Examines the monuments that make up the National Mall in Washington D.C. including the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, and Vietnam Veterans memorial, the Smithsonian, and others.

Vintage postcards and text describe the history, social life and customs of Rochester, Minnesota.

Presents color and black-and-white photographs of central Beirut, taken in 1991 and in 2003, capturing the destructive effects of war.

Contains photographs and descriptions of over one thousand buildings around the world noted for their architecture, each with information on its designer, construction history, why it was commissioned, and factors that influenced the design.