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1) Texas
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Language
English
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Description
""Engaging images accompany information about Texas. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--Provided by publisher"--
2) Juneteenth
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Series
Language
English
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Description
You will learn about this American holiday and the ways people celebrate it. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore this unique holiday.
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English
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Description
"The true story of Black activist Opal Lee and her vision of Juneteenth as a holiday for everyone will inspire children to be brave and make a difference. Growing up in Texas, Opal knew the history of Juneteenth, but she soon discovered that most Americans had never heard of the holiday that represents the nation's creed of 'freedom for all.'"--
"The true story of Black activist Opal Lee and her vision of Juneteenth as a holiday for everyone celebrates...
5) Old Yeller
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Series
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English
Description
When a novel like Huckleberry Finn, or The Yearling, comes along it defies customary adjectives because of the intensity of the respouse it evokes in the reader. Such a book, we submit, is Old Yeller; to read this eloquently simple story of a boy and his dog in the Texas hill country is an unforgettable and deeply moving experience. Set in the rough wilderness of early frontier Texas, "Old Yeller" is a timeless coming-of-age tale. Travis is left to...
8) Texas
Author
Publisher
Benchmark Books
Pub. Date
c1997
Language
English
Description
Surveys the geography, history, people, and customs of the state of Texas.
12) Texas
Author
Series
Publisher
Creative Education
Pub. Date
2011
Language
English
Description
"A basic survey of "The Lone Star State," exploring its early history, its plant and animal life, some of its well-known residents, and fun places to visit such as the Johnson Space Center"--Provided by publisher.
13) Tornadoes
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Series
Publisher
Childrens Press
Pub. Date
c1982
Language
English
Description
Discusses how tornadoes are formed, how they kill and destroy, and how to predict and prepare for them. Also describes some famous tornadoes, including the ones that struck Vernon and Wichita Falls, Texas, in April, 1979.
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Series
Publisher
Chelsea House
Pub. Date
c1988
Language
English
Description
Discusses the geographical, historical, and cultural aspects of Texas, New Mexico, and Colorado, using maps, illustrated fact spreads, and other illustrated material to highlight the land, history, and people of each individual state.
15) Texas
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Series
Publisher
Abdo & Daughters
Pub. Date
c1998
Language
English
Description
Describes the history, notable sights, people, recreations, and occupations of the Lone Star State.
16) Texas
Author
Publisher
Benchmark Books
Pub. Date
c2003
Language
English
Description
Surveys the history, geography, government, and economy of the Lone Star State as well as the diverse ways of life of its people.
17) Jim Bowie
Author
Series
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
Looks at the life of the pioneer, slave trader, and fighter, from his early misadventures and the legends surrounding him to his role in the Battle of the Alamo.
18) Texas
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Series
Publisher
Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
"This book details the history, culture, geography and government of Texas."--Provided by publisher.
Author
Publisher
Doubleday
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Discover ranches, barbecue, the Alamo, and more as you celebrate the Lone Star State. Young visitors and kids who live in Texas will enjoy this bright, fact-filled book, with simply-yet-informative details about the state's animals, plants, regions, food, people, customs, and fun places to see." --back cover.
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Series
Publisher
AV2 by Weigl
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
An illustrated introduction to Texas, providing information about the land and climate, natural resources, plants and animals, tourism, industry, goods and services, history, population, politics and government, cultural groups, sports, and arts and entertainment of the state.
