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"Tells the story behind the law that forced thousands of American Indians out of their ancestral homelands. Each spread provides information about the context, wording, and lasting effects of the document paired with interesting sidebars, questions to consider, and historical images"--Amazon.com.

"Tells the story behind the "birth certificate" of the United States. Each spread provides information about the context, wording, and lasting effects of the document paired with interesting sidebars, questions to consider, and historical images"--Amazon.com.

"Tells the story behind the first 10 amendments to the US Constitution. Each spread provides information about the context, wording, and lasting effects of the document paired with interesting sidebars, questions to consider, and historical images"--Amazon.com.

Morris, Rudi, Ivan, and Beck were best friends at home and in Vietnam, but now Rudi has been killed in action, and the remaining three are the only ones who know the truth about their friend's death--and the knowledge threatens to tear them apart.

"[Teaches young readers about] colonial America with primary sources, which include quotes, images of original documents and places, and more ... [Describes] the origins of the Constitution, the Great Compromise, and the unprecedented concept of the separation of powers and checks and balances within government"--Provided by publisher.

Relates stories of Navy Seals, Army Rangers, Delta Force, and other military units from around the world who are called for special dangerous missions. Also includes information on key tools and technology used for each mission.

"An in-depth look at the people and policies behind the government agency known as the NTSB, from its founding in 1967 to the controversies and challenges it faces today"--Provided by publisher.

Looks at the life of Susie King Taylor, a runaway slave, who founded a school and taught both children and adults how to read and write, and who was the first African-American Civil War nurse to write her own story.

A brief biography of Hillary Clinton that discusses her political accomplishments.

"When World War I began, it seemed unlikely that a unit such as the Harlem Hellfighters would ever be formed. Given their nickname by their German foes who admired their bravery, the Harlem Hellfighters were members of the 369th, an all-black regiment. The 369th played key roles in critical battles and helped secure an Allied victory. Infographics, sidebars, and fact boxes bring the experiences of these brave military men to life"--Provided by publisher.