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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"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.""--
Author
Publisher
PowerKids Press / Rosen Publishing Group
Pub. Date
2003.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Discusses the origins, social structure, spiritual beliefs, and daily life of the Kiowa Indians, as well as examining their contributions to American culture.--Provided by the publisher.
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Series
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2007.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Explains what causes wildfires and how firefighters work to stop them, and describes the devastating effect of the wildfires that occurred in Texas in late 2005.--Provided by the publisher.
8) Texas
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Series
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley
Pub. Date
[2003]
Language
Español
Description
An introduction to the state of Texas, its history, and famous people. In Spanish.
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Language
English
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A spooky collection of traditional tales of creepy-crawly characters, ghosts, and supernatural beings. These are all cucuys, creatures who have come to haunt our imaginations. These delicious and frightful stories come to life with illustrations by master storyteller Xavier Garza. Garza has preserved the stories just the way he heard them at the knees of other masters when he was growing up in South Texas. And he always insists that you learn your...
10) Juneteenth
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
In Juneteenth, young readers 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.
A labeled diagram helps readers understand the symbols of Juneteenth, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Juneteenth online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate...
12) Only in Texas
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Series
The 50 states bk. 2
Language
English
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Only in Texas encourages readers to explore the highlights of the Lone Star State with this collectable title, filled with stunning sights, amazing facts and beautiful illustrations.-- Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Publisher
Heinemann Library
Pub. Date
[2004]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Discusses the plants and animals and various ecosystems of Texas including native and non-native species, as well as the impact of humans on the environment and efforts at environmental and species preservation and protection.
16) Texas
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"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
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Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
2022.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"On June 19, 1865, a group of enslaved men, women, and children in Texas gathered around a Union soldier and listened as he read the most remarkable words they would ever hear. They were no longer enslaved: they were free. The inhumane practice of forced labor with no pay was now illegal in all of the United States. This news was cause for celebration, so the group of people jumped in excitement, danced, and wept tears of joy. They did not know it...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Journeying back to a time before Europeans set foot in North America, readers meet the fascinating Native American groups that once called Texas home. The tribes addressed include the Caddo, Hasinai, Karankawa, Apache, and the Comanche. Readers also learn how these Native Americans influenced European settlers.--Provided by the publisher.
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