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Scandalous!

50 shocking events you should know about (so you can impress your friends)
2012
Presents the details of fifty scandals in American history between 1906 and 2000, including what happened, who was involved and what they had to say, and the effect on American culture and events.

Why are black holes black?

2014
In a question-and-answer format this book tells how Saturn got its rings, why planets don't bump into each other, why people think aliens are green, and many other facts about space.

Haunted! Gettysburg

2014
Gettysburg Battlefield might be the most haunted place in the United States. As the site of the bloodiest battle ever fought on American soil, it seems likely. Accounts of ghostly soldiers roaming the cemetery and the appearance of streaks of light in photographs taken there are numerous though the existence of restless spirits has never been proven. Readers will get chills learning about the many places near Gettysburg Battlefield where ghosts and hauntings have been reported. Including important historical context, detailed sidebars, and spooky photographs, the tales of wandering spirits will engage readers but they may have to keep the light on!.

This book is history

a collection of cool U.S. history trivia
2013
This book presents an assortment of U.S. history trivia facts covering the colonies, the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, the presidents, and more.

Out of this world jokes about the solar system

laugh and learn about science
2012
Including jokes on science topics and instructions to write your own jokes, this book discusses the planets in our solar system, the Kuiper Belt, asteroids, and more.

Why do stars twinkle?

all about space
2010
This book, in question-and-answer format, describes how space travel affects people, what a black hole is, why stars seem to twinkle, and other questions about space.

Secret American treasures

from hidden vaults to sunken riches
2010
Describes a variety of secret and mysterious treasures in the United States, such as sunken steamship gold, lost Army payroll, and the treasure at Neahkahnie Mountain.

S is for sunshine

a Florida alphabet
2000
An illustrated alphabet book that celebrates the many attractions of the State of Florida.

Amazing space Q&A

2011
Text, illustrations, and diagrams provide answers to questions about the universe, covering cosmic dust, stars, planets, and more.

The USA

question and answer encyclopedia
2000
In question-and-answer format, this encyclopedia explores the many facets of the United States.

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