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Author
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Explore the Gold Rush from the perspective of William Miller and Henry Garrison, two miners in the Sierra Nevada region, and uncover the often unrelenting conditions of the California gold mines. A story of community, determination, and the search for the American Dream, this graphic novel invites readers to immerse themselves into what life was really like during this pivotal period in American history--brought to life by a gripping narrative and...
Author
Publisher
Big Dreams Kids Books, an imprint of Rascal Face Media and Rascal Face Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
A collection of real life stories spanning the ages and the globe, from history, science and pop culture.
Why were pineapples considered a status symbol in Great Britain during the 17th century? Why is Movile Cave in Romania unique? Why-- and how-- would someone mummify themselves? Sullivan has collected captivating tales from history, pop culture, and scientific wonders-- stories that will inspire, awe, and fascinate reluctant readers as well as...
Author
Publisher
Abrams Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
2019.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"They said only men could paint powerful pictures, but Helen Frankenthaler (1928-2011) splashed her way through the modern art world. Channeling deep emotion, Helen poured paint onto her canvas and danced with the colors to make art unlike anything anyone had ever seen. She used unique tools like mops and squeegees to push the paint around, to dazzling effects. Frankenthaler became an originator of the influential Color Field style of abstract expressionist...
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