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1	Yo, Sacramento! more books like this by Will And Mark Alvarez Cleveland add to wishlist Presents facts about each state with cartoon-style illustrations to serve as memory aids for the state capitals and quizzes to reinforce information. see all copies from $12.96! new only from $194.73! \| first editions
2	Brother Eagle, Sister Sky more books like this by Seattle, Susan Jeffers (Illustrator), Seattle Chief add to wishlist A picture book version of a speech given by Chief Seattle. The Chief's plea for the respectful preservation of nature was originally presented before the Commissioner of Indian Affairs in the 1850s in response to United States Government attempts to purchase land from his people. Illustrated with colorful ink drawings. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.75! \| first editions \| SVS
3	If You Lived with the Indians of the Northwest Coast more books like this by Anne Kamma, Pamela Johnson (Illustrator) add to wishlist The Indians who lived along the northern Pacific coast were different from any other Native Americans. Thery were fishermen, wood carvers, and builders of totem poles; they were a hierarchical society with noblemen, commoners, and slaves in which material wealth was greatly admired and sought after.What was it like to be a child among Haida, Makah ... see all copies from $2.54! new only from $2.54! \| SVS
4	We Are the Ship: The Story of Negro League Baseball more books like this by Kadir Nelson (Illustrator), Hank Aaron (Foreword by) add to wishlist In this "New York Times" bestseller, noted artist Kadir Nelson tells the story of baseball's unsung heroes. [A] sumptuous volume that no baseball fan should be without. see all copies from $5.51! new only from $6.65! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
5	Martin's Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, JR. more books like this by Doreen Rappaport add to wishlist This definitive picture book biography of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is an unforgettable portrait of a man whose dream changed America--and the world--forever. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.25! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
6	Aztec Inca and Maya more books like this by Dr. Elizabeth Baquedano, DK Publishing add to wishlist Chronicles the history, beliefs, and everyday lives of the ancient Aztec, Inca, and Maya peoples. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.97! \| SVS
7	My New York more books like this by Kathy Jakobsen add to wishlist A young girl from Manhattan writes a letter to a faraway friend describing the sights and sounds of her hometown. Color illustrations (a number on large foldout pages) accompany the text. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.29! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
8	Navajo Code Talkers more books like this by Nathan Aaseng add to wishlist Describes how the American military in World War II used a group of Navajo Indians to create an indecipherable code based on their native language. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.95! \| first editions \| SVS
9	Ana's Story: A Journey of Hope more books like this by Jenna Bush (Read by) add to wishlist Jenna Bush, daughter of President and Mrs. Bush, shares the poignant story of a 17-year-old single mother living with HIV in Panama - an inspiring story of strength and survival. "Ana's Story: A Journey of Hope" is a work of narrative nonfiction based on Bush's experiences while interning for UNICEF and the life stories of children and teens she ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
10	Our 50 States: A Family Adventure Across America more books like this by Lynne Cheney, Robin Preiss Glasser (Illustrator) add to wishlist Lynne Cheney, wife of Vice President Dick Cheney, and artist Robin Preiss Glasser inspired children and their families with their "New York Times" bestsellers "America" and "A is for Abigail." Now they guide younger readers on an unforgettable tour of this great country. Full-color illustrations with gatefold. see all copies from $2.39! new only from $3.00! \| first editions \| SVS
11 view cover	To Be a Slave more books like this by Julius Lester add to wishlist The words of black men and women who had themselves been slaves are here, accompanied by Julius Lester's historical commentary and the powerful, muted paintings of Tom Feelings. "To Be a Slave", a Newbery Honor Book, has been a touchstone in children's literature for over 30 years. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
12 view cover	Good Night America more books like this by Adam Gamble, Suwin Chan (Illustrator) add to wishlist This title is suitable for children of ages upto 3 years. Young children are invited to explore the wonders of America before bed with this beautifully illustrated boardbook. Simple, rhythmic language lulls little ones to sleep as they watch a diverse group of people engage in community-oriented activities and journey to some of the nation's ... see all copies from $2.38! new only from $4.03! \| SVS
13 view cover	Harlem Stomp!: A Cultural History of the Harlem Renaissance more books like this by Laban Carrick Hill add to wishlist The Harlem Renaissance (1919-1934) is one of the most fascinating periods of American cultural history. When it was first released in 2004, Harlem Stomp! was the first trade book to bring this important period alive for young adults. Lavishly illustrated with a cover by Caldecott Honor winner Christopher Myers, sepia tone photographs, ... see all copies from $4.14! new only from $6.64! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
14 view cover	The First Americans: Prehistory-1600 more books like this by Joy Hakim add to wishlist Hakim's ten-volume history of the United States makes American history as exciting as an adventure story and as stimulating as a suspense yarn. She tells stories with all the fascinating sides of factual history. The dates and events, characters and complexities, heroes, heroines and villains are woven into the great American history. B&W ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.00! \| first editions \| SVS
15 view cover	Dear Miss Breed: True Stories of the Japanese American Incarceration During World War II and a Librarian Who Made a Difference more books like this by Joanne F Oppenheim, Elizabeth Kikuchi Yamada (Foreword by), Snowden Becker (Afterword by) add to wishlist In the early 1940's, Clara Breed was the children's librarian at the San Diego Public Library. But she was also friend to dozens of Japanese American children and teens when war broke out in December of 1941. The story of what happened to these American citizens is movingly told through letters that her young friends wrote to Miss Breed during ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $9.20! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
16 view cover	The Other Side: Shorter Poems more books like this by Angela Johnson add to wishlist A collection of poems reminiscent of growing up as an African-American girl in Shorter, Alabama. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.27! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
17 view cover	Good Night Boston more books like this by Adam Gamble, Joe Veno (Illustrator) add to wishlist This title is suitable for ages birth to 3 years. Many of North America's most beloved regions are artfully celebrated in these boardbooks designed to soothe children before bedtime while instilling an early appreciation for the continent's natural and cultural wonders. Each book stars a multicultural group of people visiting the featured area's ... see all copies from $2.22! new only from $5.67! \| SVS
18 view cover	Shades of Black: A Celebration of Our Children more books like this by Sandra L Pinkney add to wishlist Photographs and poetic text celebrate the beauty and diversity of African American children. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.25! \| SVS
19 view cover	Grass Sandals: The Travels of Basho more books like this by Dawnine Spivak, Demi (Illustrator) add to wishlist A simple retelling of the travels of seventeenth-century Japanese poet, Basho, across his island homeland. Includes examples of the haiku verses he composed. see all copies from $4.96! new only from $10.95! \| first editions \| SVS
20 view cover	S is for Sunshine: A Florida Alphabet more books like this by Carol Crane, Michael Glenn Monroe (Illustrator) add to wishlist The Sunshine State gets its own alphabet book! Florida, where "B is for Beaches, P is for Pirates, and V is for Vacationers," comes to life with playful, vivid illustrations by Michael Monroe and a conch shell full of fun facts and poems by Florida author and educator Carol Crane. Do you know which city is the state capitol? Which fragrant blossom ... see all copies from $5.98! new only from $7.10! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
21 view cover	City by the Bay: A Magical Journey Around San Francisco more books like this by Tricia Brown, Junior League of San Francisco, Elisa Kleven (Illustrator) add to wishlist A look at the city by the bay that is sure to appeal to both visitors and residents, this tour of San Francisco features fabled landmarks such as the Golden Gate Bridge and cable cars. Included in the back of the book are "Fun Facts" and "Explorers Guide" sections. With color collage illustrations. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.26! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
22 view cover	Digger: The Tragic Fate of the California Indians from the Missions to the Goldrush more books like this by Jerry Stanley add to wishlist From the award-winning author of Children of the Dustbowl comes a sobering look at two of the most frequently romanticized events in American history. For the native peoples of California, the period from 1769, when the first Spanish Mission was founded, to the 1850s, when the Gold Rush was at its height, was one of terrible violence and ... see all copies from $6.00! new only from $59.99! \| first editions
23 view cover	Satchel Paige more books like this by L Cline-Ransome add to wishlist This picture-book biography tells the story of the star baseball player, Leroy "Satchel" Paige. Born in 1906, Leroy grew up in Mobile, Alabama. He worked in a train station where he assisted passengers with their luggage, and because of this, earned the nickname "Satchel." After he learned how to play the game of baseball, he went to play for the ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.83! \| first editions \| SVS
24 view cover	This Land is Your Land more books like this by Woody Guthrie add to wishlist Folk art-style paintings illustrate Woody Guthrie's song, which celebrates the natural beauty of the United States. A "New York Times" Notable Book for 1998. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.50! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
25 view cover	A History of Us: Book 1: The First Americans more books like this by Joy Hakim add to wishlist Presents the history of the Native Americans from earliest times through the arrival of the first Europeans. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.86! \| first editions

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