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1) Vermont
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Introduces the geography, history, agriculture, industries, wildlife, and cultural and tourist attractions of the state of Vermont.
2) Maine
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Describes the geography, history, economy, culture, and people of the state of Maine, and includes ideas for classroom assignments.
3) Minnesota
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Introduces the geography, history, agriculture, industries, wildlife, and cultural and tourist attractions of the state of Minnesota.
4) Nebraska
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Describes the history, geography, ecology, people, economy, cities, and sights of the state of Nebraska, and includes ideas for classroom assignments.
5) Delaware
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Introduces the geography, history, agriculture, industries, wildlife, and cultural and tourist attractions of the state of Delaware.
6) Germany
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"Readers discover the complex history of Germany and how geography, government, and economics have worked together to help shape the culture of this country in this comprehensive look at one of Europe's most powerful nations. Readers interested in activism will be inspired by content relating to the concept of global citizenship. Those with an interest in travel are sure to enjoy fact boxes that highlight helpful German phrases for travelers and essential...
7) Ancient Rome
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A photo essay documenting ancient Rome and the people who lived there as revealed through the many artifacts they left behind, including shields, swords, tools, toys, cosmetics, and jewelry.
10) Rocks & minerals
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"Unearth a treasure trove of geological knowledge with this in-depth guide to over 500 rocks and minerals"--
11) Ancient Egypt
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New Look! Relaunched with new jackets and 8 pages of new text! A detailed look at life in Egypt - from the pharaoh and his courtiers, through the mystical rites of the priests, to the world of the workers in the fields. Featuring stunning items from the tomb of Tutankhamun and jewelry from the royal palaces, Eyewitness Ancient Egypt shows how Egyptian palaces, Eyewitness Ancient Egypt shows how Egyptian nobles lived. Find out how they prepared for...
12) Pennsylvania
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Describes the geography, plants, animals, history, economy, language, religions, culture, sports, art, and people of the state of Pennsylvania.
13) Zimbabwe
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"Readers explore the history, geography, and cultural landscape of Zimbabwe in this updated guide to an important African nation that supplements social studies curriculum topics and inspires an interest in world travel. Comprehensive text is paired with colorful photographs. In addition, fact boxes introduce readers to a new language, point out popular places to visit, and provide tips for traveling to Zimbabwe. Maps highlight the country's topography,...
14) Mythology
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Presents a full-color illustrated history of ancient mythology from Greece, Rome, Egypt, and other parts of the world and includes creation and flood stories, worship of the sun and stars, gods and goddesses, and more.
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"A 22-volume, highly illustrated, A-Z general encyclopedia for all ages. As the only general reference encyclopedia still published today, The World Book Encyclopedia 2023 provides authoritative content on almost every topic to learners of all ages, from school-age readers (9-18) to adults. Whether you are looking up information to understand a subject or checking a fact for a homework assignment, tens of thousands of index entries make it easy to...
16) Nevada
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Describes the geography, history, economy, culture, and people of the state of Nevada, and includes ideas for classroom assignments.
19) Indonesia
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"Although at times religious and ethnic tensions have risen to the surface, Indonesians live in relative harmony and have developed a distinct Indonesian identity since becoming an independent republic in 1949. With its multi-party democracy and free elections, modern Indonesia is a much more politically mature and tolerant place than it was during the Suharto era, when authoritarian one-party rule held sway. Today, Indonesia has become a prime example...
20) Chile
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"Did you know that Chile is the closest country in the world to Antarctica? Readers discover this and many more fun facts about this South American nation as they explore its history, current events, and culture. The comprehensive, thoroughly updated main text is paired with fun fact boxes and sidebars that expand on important topics, including the curriculum concept of global citizenship. In addition, detailed maps and vivid photographs of Chile's...
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