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On the Beach
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Nevil Shute
After the war is over, a radioactive cloud begins to sweep southwards on the winds, gradually poisoning everything in its path. An American submarine captain is among the survivors left sheltering in Australia, preparing with the locals for the inevitable. Despite his memories of his wife, he becomes close to a young woman struggling to accept the ...
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A More Perfect Union: The Story of Our Constitution
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Giulio Maestro (Illustrator), Betsy Maestro
Describes how the Constitution was drafted and ratified.
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Struggle for a Continent: The French and Indian Wars 1689-1763
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Betsy Maestro, Giulio Maestro (Illustrator)
Discusses the relations between the European colonists and the Native Americans, the disputes between settlers from France, England, and Spain, and the role these conflicts played in the history of North America.
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Coming to America: The Story of Immigration
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Betsy Maestro, Susannah Ryan (Illustrator)
With clearly written prose and warm, child-friendly illustrations, this picture book is a wonderful first introduction to the moving story of the history of immigration to the United States--a story that belongs to all Americans. Full-color.
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The Discovery of the Americas: From Prehistory Through the Age of Columbus
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Betsy Maestro, Giulio Maestro
Every October, Americans celebrate the discovery of their country by Christopher Columbus. But "The Great Navigator" wasn't the first to find the new world. Stone Age explorers, Chinese seafarers, and Vikings all predated Columbus. Clear, simple language and painstakingly detailed panoramic illustrations allow young readers to easily follow ...
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Ferryboat
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Betsy Maestro, Giulio Maestro (Illustrator)
A family rides across the Connecticut River on a ferryboat. Factual information about how ferryboats work is contained within the story. Color illustrations accompany the text.
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Why Do Leaves Change Color? Book and Tape
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Betsy Maestro, Loretta Krupinski (Illustrator)
Autumn is here and the trees are vibrant with beautiful colrs. But why do leaves turn from green to gold? Children will be introduced to the magical process of how leaves change their color each Fall as they read, listen and learn with this book/cassette package.
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Exploration and Conquest: The Americas After Columbus: 1500-1620
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Betsy Maestro, Giulio Maestro
A study of what happened to the Americas after their discovery by Christopher Columbus and subsequent gold-hungry conquistadors, who gave scant attention to those people for whom these lands were home. Illustrated in colour. A MULBERRY BOOK.
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How Do Apples Grow?
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Betsy Maestro
An explanation of how apples develop and grow on apple trees. Color illustrations accompany the text.
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More Perfect Union: The Story of Our Constitution
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Describes how the Constitution was drafted and ratified.
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The New Americans: Colonial Times 1620-1689
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Betsy Maestro
Telling the story of the origins of American heritage, this book begins in 1620 when much of America was wilderness, and tells of the first cities thriving, public education beginning, books being printed, coins made and the launch of the postal service. '
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All Aboard Overnight: A Book of Compound Words
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Betsy Maestro, Giulio Maestro (Illustrator)
This story about a mother and daughter taking an overnight train trip introduces readers to compound words. Watercolor and pen-and-ink illustrations accompany the text.
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Why Do Leaves Change Color?
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Betsy Maestro
An explanation of photosynthesis, pigments, and chlorophyll--all of which contribute to the phenomena of leaves changing color.
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Liberty or Death: The American Revolution: 1763-1783
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Betsy Maestro, Giulio Maestro (Illustrator)
Master historians Besty and Giulio Maestro bring the American Revolution to life for young readers in this latest of their American Story series. In an appealing picture-book format, the Maestros chronicle these extraordinary times and the birth of a new nation. Full color.
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Bats: Night Fliers
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Betsy C. Maestro, Giulio Maestro (Illustrator)
Describes the varieties, habitats, behavior, and physical characteristics of bats.
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The Story of the Statue of Liberty
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Giulio Maestro, Betsy Maestro
Describes the creation of the huge statue given by France to the United States and its erection in New York Harbor as a symbol of liberty.
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The Story of Clocks and Calendars: Marking a Millennium
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Betsy Maestro, Giulio Maestro (Illustrator)
January 1, 2001 will mark the beginning of a new millennium. But our Earth is billions of years old, and humans have lived on the planet for perhaps 200,000 years. So how can it be the year 2000? This book explores the history of clocks and calendars.'
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Voice of the People: American Democracy in Action
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Betsy Maestro, Giulio Maestro (Illustrator)
An explanation of how the United States government works. Includes explanations of the electoral college, how a law is enacted, and the process of a presidential election. Color illustrations accompany the text.
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This is Guadalcanal: The Original Combat Photography
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L Douglas Keeney, Betsy Maestro, Giulio Maestro
A collection of photographs taken from the Battle of Guadalcanal in 1942.
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Big City Port
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Betsy Maestro
Text and illustrations describe the unceasing activity at a busy seaport, including various ships coming and going, and cargo moved by big machines.
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The Perfect Picnic
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Betsy Maestro
So many events conspire to prevent Hen's picnic, it seems impossible that it will ever take place.
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A Sea Full of Sharks
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Betsy Maestro, Giulio Maestro (Illustrator)
Pencil and watercolor illustrations capture the sleek beauty and tremendous power of sharks in this picture book for young fans of these mysterious yet wonderful fish. Full color.
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The Grab-Bag Party
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Betsy Maestro
A group of animal friends give a grab-bag party but find themselves in a dilemma when none of them gets a gift they can use.
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The Pandas Take a Vacation
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Betsy Maestro
Unable to agree on where to go for their vacation, the Panda family sign up with Whirlwind Tours which takes them to Paradise Park.
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Snow Day
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Betsy Meastro, Giulio Maestro (Illustrator)
A look at all the activities that happen on the day of a big snowstorm. Readers will learn about snow removal in such places as small towns, cities, airports, rail lines and river ports. Illustrated with charcoal-and-wash drawings.
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