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8) Juneteenth
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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...
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ABDO & Daughters, an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company
Pub. Date
2017.
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Presents the history, geography, climate, plants and animals, cities, transportation, natural resources, industry, sports, entertainment, and people of Texas, as well as general facts about the state.
12) Texas
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Core Library, An Imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2023]
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"From hiking along the Rio Grande at Big Bend National Park to learning about Texas history at the Alamo, there's a lot to see and do in Texas. This state lies in the South. Texas introduces the state's history, geography, climate, economy, people, and places."--
13) Texas
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Gibbs Smith
Pub. Date
[2019]
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A train travels through Texas, from Austin to West Texas, Lake Texoma to Dallas, Fort Worth to South Padre Island, Houston to San Antonio, ending up at Big Bend National Park.
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Mitchell Lane Pub
Pub. Date
c2008
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An introduction to the life and career of Stephen F. Austin, the little-known empresario who initially brought colonists to the state of Texas, dealt with the Mexican government to clarify matters that threatened the survival of Americans in Texas, and braved harsh elements to maintain the American presence in Texas.
17) Texas
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The Child's World
Pub. Date
[2018]
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"From hiking in Big Bend National Park to learning the history of the Alamo, there's lots to see and do in Texas! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make Texas special."--Amazon.com.
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Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
2022.
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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...
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WestWinds Press
Pub. Date
c2014.
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"The seventh title in the See My State series, T is for Texas combines vibrant photos with fun and informative couplets that elaborate on the pictures and offer clear picture/word associations. The couplets were written by kids, for kids, and are therefore very accessible and entertaining to read and learn from. Combines photographs with couplets written for each letter of the alphabet sharing important state landmarks, people, resources, nature,...
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