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1) Sioux
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The history of the Sioux people is deeply connected to the history of the United States as a whole. Some of the most well-known conflicts between the U.S. military and Native Americans-including the Battle of the Little Bighorn-involved members of the Sioux tribe. These conflicts are only part of the rich history of the Sioux. Readers discover that history through engaging text, historical images, and colorful photographs. Readers also learn important...
2) Ute
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Utah is named after the Ute people. This fun fact is one of many waiting for readers to discover with each turn of the page. Through text that reflects essential social studies curriculum topics, readers explore the history and culture of the Ute people. Vibrant photographs and detailed historical images accompany the text. Readers are introduced to important figures in Ute history, as well as contemporary members of this Native American group who...
3) Mites
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Mites are pesky parasites, and humans are their unwilling hosts. Readers learn important information about mites that supports common science curriculum topics, such as a mite's life cycle. They also learn what happens to a person's body when a mite feeds on it, as well as how to get rid of these bothersome bugs. Each page of fascinating facts is presented alongside colorful photographs. Many of these photographs show mites in incredible detail. Are...
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Rachel Carson truly was a STEM superwoman. Her work helped protect the natural world from harmful pesticides and inspired the environmental movement that is still working to safeguard habitats today. As readers explore Carson's biographical details, they discover more about her work as a marine biologist and how her background in science informed her work as a conservationist. Through informative main text, fact boxes, sidebars, and thought-provoking...