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The world's poorest president speaks out

2020
"President Jos? Mujica of Uruguay's 2012 speech on climate change delivered to the United Nations"--Provided by publisher.
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Going after Sparky!

Pararescue Jumpers bring Vietnam War pilot home
Relates how Pararescue forces rescued a Vietnam War pilot in November of 1967.

Jane Goodall

Simple text and illustrations introduce the life and legacy of scientist Jane Goodall. Includes interactive questions, a timeline, and a glossary.

Jane Goodall

Tells the story of Jane Goodall, her childhood in England, her groundbreaking work in Africa, and her role as a globetrotting ambassador of the conservation movement.

Silver, sword, and stone

three crucibles in the Latin American story
2019
"Marie Arana tells the stories of three people in contemporary Latin America whose lives emblemize the three powerful historical forces that still shape Latin America: mineral exploitation (silver), violence (sword), and the Church (stone)"--Provided by publisher.

Jane Goodall

2020
A biography of Jane Goodall, the world's leading expert on chimpanzees, covering her early life, the obstacles she faced, and her impact on the world.

Helter skelter

the true story of the Manson murders
Recounts the story of the murder of seven people in Los Angeles in 1969 and the trial and conviction of the Manson "family" for the murders.
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Jane Goodall

Simple text and photographs present the life of Jane Goodall, a British animal researcher famous for her work with African chimpanzees.
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Hank Aaron

home run hero
A biography of Hank Aaron, the last Negro League player to move into the big leagues, covering his childhood in a small Alabama town, his accomplishments as a baseball player, and the impact he continues to have today.
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Jane Goodall

Profiles the life of Jane Goodall, the first primatologist to study wild chimpanzees in the African forest.

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