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- 2001007842 abstract "Discusses the near extinction, return, and future of bald eagles.".
- 2001007843 abstract "Discusses the formation, political agenda, actions, and religious beliefs of various groups that use violent means to achieve their ends.".
- 2001007852 abstract "Describes rattlesnakes, their habits, where they live, their hunting methods, and how they exist in the world of people.".
- 2001007853 abstract "Describes the physical characteristics, hunting behavior, habitat, and endangered status of crocodiles.".
- 2001007854 abstract "Describes the physical characteristics, hunting methods, and distribution of scorpions and their relationship with humans.".
- 2001007855 abstract "Describes the properties and uses of water, its importance to life on earth, and the water cycle.".
- 2001007864 abstract "Simple text and photographs depict young people engaged in activities that embody the qualities of an artist.".
- 2001007870 abstract "Discusses why various artisans came to live and work in early California and describes the activities of some of them.".
- 2001007871 abstract "Describes the life and works of the Franciscan priests who helped the Spanish colonize California by establishing missions for the native peoples and new settlers.".
- 2001007872 abstract "Describes the daily life of townspeople and ranchers at early California missions.".
- 2001007873 abstract "Details the daily life of sailors, merchants, and muleteers in the societies that grew up around early California missions.".
- 2001007875 abstract "A biography of the former slave, Phillis Wheatley, who became known as a poet and social commentator.".
- 2001007876 abstract "Describes the lives of some women who became known during the western expansion in nineteenth century America.".
- 2001007879 abstract "Describes the life of Daniel Boone, including his exploration of Kentucky, his interaction with various Indian tribes, and his role in the westward expansion of the American frontier.".
- 2001007880 abstract "A biography of the nineteenth-century soldier, politician, and explorer whose many expeditions helped open up the western territories to settlers.".
- 2001007881 abstract "Traces the life of the well-known figure from the Old West, Kit Carson, from his childhood in Kentucky and Missouri, through his years as a trapper, explorer and soldier, to his death in Colorado in 1868.".
- 2001007882 abstract "A biography of Sam Houston, including his early life with the Cherokee Indians, his political career in Washington, D.C., and his role in the history of Texas.".
- 2001007883 abstract "An account of Zebulon Pike and his explorations in the Northwest and West, including his activities in Mexico on behalf of General James Wilkinson and his role in the War of 1812.".
- 2001007884 abstract "In the late 1840s, having been led by God to an old Spanish ranch outside San Francisco, thirteen-year-old Daniel and his cousin Suzannah see their dream of a permanent home threatened by the moneymaking schemes of the evil Charles Herrington.".
- 2001007886 abstract "Introduces electricity, and provides instructions for an activity to demonstrate some of its characteristics.".
- 2001007887 abstract "Introduces light, and provides instructions for an activity to demonstrate some of its characteristics.".
- 2001007890 abstract "Introduces sound and hearing, and provides instructions for an activity to demonstrate some of their characteristics.".
- 2001007900 abstract "Describes the regions, landforms, people, and interesting places of the Australian continent.".
- 2001007902 abstract "Discusses the continent of Antarctica, including its landforms, regions, ice shelves, plant and animal life, and the scientists who perform research there.".
- 2001007903 abstract "Explains the virtue of determination and describes ways to show it in the home, school, and community.".
- 2001007904 abstract "Explains the virtue of generosity and describes ways to show it in the home, school, and community.".
- 2001007905 abstract "Explains the virtue of loyalty and describes ways to show it in the home, school, and community.".
- 2001007906 abstract "Explains the virtue of leadership and describes ways to be a leader in the home, school, and community.".
- 2001007907 abstract "Introduces the earth's smallest ocean, and provides instructions for an activity to demonstrate how ice floats.".
- 2001007908 abstract "Introduces the long, curving ocean that covers approximately one fifth of the earth's surface, and provides instructions for an activity to demonstrate evaporation of salt water.".
- 2001007909 abstract "Introduces the ocean that lies between Australia and Asia, and provides instructions for an activity to demonstrate how to remove the salt from salt water.".
- 2001007910 abstract "Introduces the earth's largest ocean, and provides instructions for an activity to demonstrate how the tropical storms known as typhoons spin.".
- 2001007913 abstract "Describes the physical characteristics, hunting methods, and distribution of cougars and their relationship with humans.".
- 2001007916 abstract "Examines the personal life and baseball career of the man considered by many sports experts to be the greatest baseball player of all time.".
- 2001007917 abstract "Traces the personal life and baseball career of the Puerto Rican baseball superstar, from his childhood love of the game through his professional career and untimely death to his election to the Hall of Fame in 1973.".
- 2001007928 abstract "Looks at important writings and moments in American history during the build-up to the Civil War and the war itself, the era of reconstruction, and the Indian Wars that followed.".
- 2001007931 abstract "A biography of the record-setting Chicago Bears fullback who died in 1999 at the age of forty-five.".
- 2001007932 abstract "Describes animal mummies, some of the most famous animal mummies and where they have been found, how animals are mummified, how scientists study them, and what they can teach us about the past.".
- 2001007933 abstract "Describes bog mummies, some of the most famous bog mummies and where they have been found, how bog creates mummies, how scientists study them, and what they can teach us about the past.".
- 2001007934 abstract "Describes ice mummies, how they are formed, some of the most famous ice mummies, where they were found, how scientists study them, and what they can teach us about the past.".
- 2001007935 abstract "Describes royal mummies of Ancient Egypt, some of the most famous royal mummies, how the Ancient Egyptians made mummies, how scientists study them, and what they can teach us about the past.".
- 2001007937 abstract "Outlines the history of the Arab-Israeli conflict over the founding of the state of Israel, from 1948 to 2001.".
- 2001007938 abstract "Discusses the background and development of the conflict between the Irish Republican Army fighting for the Catholics in Ireland and the British government forces supporting the Irish Protestants.".
- 2001007940 abstract "Briefly introduces the origins, history, actions, and impact of the Ku Klux Klan, a hate group that targets a wide range of ethnic, religious, and cultural groups in the United States.".
- 2001007941 abstract "A biography of the black South African leader who became a civil rights activist, political prisoner, and president of South Africa.".
- 2001007942 abstract "A brief introduction to the holiday of Kwanzaa.".
- 2001007943 abstract "A simple introduction to the meaning and celebration of Hanukkah.".
- 2001007944 abstract "Describes the process of running for a public office, including the planning and organizing of a campaign, the campaign trail, and election day.".
- 2001007945 abstract "Profiles some of the major artists of the early twentieth century and discusses such art movements of the time as Fauvism, Cubism, Expressionism, Surrealism and Dadaism in the context of the political, economic, and other changes occurring throughout the world at that time.".
- 2001007947 abstract "Provides everyday examples of what it means to share.".
- 2001007948 abstract "Easy-to-read scenarios, such as cleaning up after supper or playing on a team, provide lessons in cooperation.".
- 2001007950 abstract "Easy-to-read scenarios, such as sharing a cookie with your brother or playing by the rules, provide lessons in fairness.".
- 2001007952 abstract "Provides everyday examples of what it means to be a friend.".
- 2001007953 abstract "Easy-to-read scenarios, such as telling a store clerk that you received too much change or telling your mother you fed your broccoli to the dog, provide lessons in honesty.".
- 2001007954 abstract "Easy-to-read scenarios, such as waiting your turn in line or understanding that your new puppy needs time to learn tricks, provide lessons in patience.".
- 2001007955 abstract "Easy-to-read scenarios, such as doing well on a test or playing well in a soccer game, provide lessons in being proud of yourself.".
- 2001007956 abstract "Suggests ways of showing respect for your school, friends, country, family, the environment, and others.".
- 2001007964 abstract "Illustrations and easy text show that just as different kinds of cats enjoy playing together, so do different kinds of children, too.".
- 2001007965 abstract "Illustrations and easy text point out differences and similarities between seven unlikely pairs of animals, such as a cockatoo and a kangaroo, or a warthog and a frog.".
- 2001007974 abstract "Examines the causes, symptoms, and treatment of hearing loss.".
- 2001007976 abstract "Details the equipment, tricks, and personalities of motocross racing, a new sport at the dangerous X Games.".
- 2001007977 abstract "Introduces the people and events connected with the aggressive in-line skating competition that has taken place twice a year since 1995 at what is the Olympics of extreme sports, the X-Games.".
- 2001007984 abstract "The life and rule of the first century Roman emperor Nero, who became head of the world's mightiest empire at the age of sixteen and later became infamous for his cruelty and eccentricity.".
- 2001007987 abstract "Covers the various positions available in the field of print and broadcast journalism, discussing qualifications, training, job opportunities, and technological advances.".
- 2001007997 abstract "Explores the roots of the Juneteenth holiday that celebrates the end of slavery in the United States.".
- 2001007999 abstract "Explores how the artwork of Native Americans who lived in pueblos in the Southwest reflected their beliefs, traditions, and history.".
- 2001008008 abstract "Simple text and photographs demonstrate different ways of counting.".
- 2001008009 abstract "Illustrations and simple text show how to use subtraction to get the answers to everyday questions.".
- 2001008010 abstract "Simple text and photographs introduce the concept of zero, including what results when zero is added to or subtracted from a number.".
- 2001008011 abstract "Text and photographs illustrate how addition can be used at the zoo.".
- 2001008013 abstract "Text and photographs introduce everyday uses for estimation.".
- 2001008015 abstract "Simple text and photographs show some of the ways math is used in everyday life.".
- 2001008017 abstract "Simple text and photographs show the different ways of counting to 100.".
- 2001008026 abstract "George Hogglesberry, the new second grade student from the planet Frollop II, gets help from his teacher and classmates with fitting in and with his performance in the fall school play.".
- 2001008031 abstract "A biography of the professional skateboarder, Tony Hawk, focusing on his inventive moves, competitions, fatherhood, and business enterprises.".
- 2001008034 abstract "A little wrestling fan is surprised to become the new champion of the universe after he uses his secret weapon.".
- 2001008036 abstract "Examines the life and work of the successful novelist, who became the first African American woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1993.".
- 2001008040 abstract "An introduction to kangaroos, describing their size, diet and everyday behavior and highlighting differences between those in the wild and those living in a zoo habitat.".
- 2001008041 abstract "An introduction to ostriches, including their size, diet, and everyday behavior and highlighting differences between those in the wild and those living in zoos.".
- 2001008042 abstract "An introduction to mountain goats, including their size, diet, and everyday behavior and highlighting differences between those in the wild and those living in zoos.".
- 2001008043 abstract "Introduces brown bears including their size, diet, and habits, highlighting differences in those in the wild versus zoo habitats.".
- 2001008066 abstract "A discussion of the American Revolution which takes a chronological approach, focusing on the development and use of a time line.".
- 2001008067 abstract "Examines the characteristics and importance of the sun and how sunspots, solar wind, and solar storms affect the earth.".
- 2001008068 abstract "Uses comparisons of the planets in the solar system to practice basic mathematics.".
- 2001008069 abstract "Discusses American businessman Dennis Tito and his historic trip to the International Space Station on a Russian spacecraft as the first tourist to pay for space travel.".
- 2001008070 abstract "Introduces the North American prairie, its importance to Native Americans, and some of the wildlife that can be found there, including hawks, badgers, and buffalo.".
- 2001008072 abstract "Examines the history of the Iroquois League and its influence on the formation of the United States government.".
- 2001008073 abstract "A biography of the legendary coach of the Green Bay Packers and the Washington Redskins, known for his belief in hard work, discipline, and pride both on and off the football field.".
- 2001008076 abstract "A history of the Nauvoo Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, from Joseph Smith's founding of Nauvoo, Illinois, in 1839 to the rebuilding of the Temple beginning in 1999.".
- 2001008079 abstract "Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and endangered status of crocodiles.".
- 2001008080 abstract "Describes the physical characteristics, social behavior, hunting methods, and habitat of wolves.".
- 2001008082 abstract "Introduces the geography, animals, food, and culture of Panama.".
- 2001008084 abstract "An introduction to the Southeast Asian country of Cambodia, including its history, geography, economy, sports, plant and animal life, and social life and customs.".
- 2001008088 abstract "A biography of Sacagawea, the Shoshoni who was an interpreter on the Lewis and Clark Expedition, including her childhood in a Shoshoni village, capture by Hidatsas, and reunion with her brother. Includes sidebars, activities, a chronology, and a map.".
- 2001008089 abstract "Describes the regions, landforms, people, and interesting places of the North American continent.".
- 2001008100 abstract "Discusses the history of California missions, their dual purpose of converting people to Catholicism and consolidating Spanish territory, and the daily life of friars and natives.".
- 2001008103 abstract "Discusses the problem of violence in schools, citing cases of shootings at Columbine High School and others, and suggests possible reasons for these incidents as well as some of the ways schools have reacted to them.".
- 2001008107 abstract "Describes the years of conflict between Native Americans and European settlers, and briefly mentions some attempts by the United States government to make amends for some of the injustices the Indians have suffered.".
- 2001008108 abstract "Describes the structure and function of an egg, the eggs of different kinds of animals, and some uses of eggs.".
- 2001008109 abstract "Explores issues facing families confronting the challenges created by adoption and foster care, and identifies steps members of blended families can take to ensure that they have a strong foundation.".