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Explorers and Traders (Discoveries Series) by Anne Millard
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Danger in Monrovia
Paul Moxham - 2020
22 Endings. An interactive story for children of all ages.Ever wish you could change the outcome of a story? If so, then this is the book for you. YOU choose what happens. There are dangers, mysteries and consequences. The wrong decision could end in disaster, even death. What path will YOU choose?While holidaying with your friends in Monrovia, the priceless crown jewels are stolen by an invisible thief. Though this seems like an impossible mystery to solve, you decide you're going to do everything in your power to bring the criminal to justice. If only you could see what dangers lie ahead of you.Will YOU leap from a cable car?Will YOU get trapped in a burning barn?Will YOU get swept down a raging river?Only YOU can decide your fate...
Madeleine Takes Command
Ethel C. Brill - 1946
Harassed by Iroquois, the Verchere family's fort must keep a continual guard. 14-year-old Madeleine is left alone with two younger brothers and few others when the Indians attack. We follow the brave and determined stratagems of Madeleine and her small circle. Madeleine's youthful leadership, especially of her brothers, will win the reader's admiration.
Princess Diadora: Just an Ordinary Ballerina
Eddie Bee - 2013
She is a regular young girl that any kid would be able to relate to. This children's book is the second book in the Princess Diadora series. In this book, the princess who loves learning ballet must deal with her mother's decision for her to take privileged ballet lessons. Look out for more books from this continuing series.
Crossing on Time: Steam Engines, Fast Ships, and a Journey to the New World
David Macaulay - 2019
But the invention of steam power ushered in a new era of transportation that would change ocean travel forever: the steamship.Author-illustrator David Macaulay guides readers through the history that culminated in the building of the most advanced—and last—of these steamships: the SS United States. This book explores the design and construction of the ship and the life of its designer and engineer, William Francis Gibbs.
Sticks Across the Chimney: A Story of Denmark
Nora Burglon - 1938
Sticks Across the Chimney--a Story of Denmark , By Nora Burglon
The House on Walenska Street
Charlotte Herman - 1990
Ever since Papa died, Mama counts on Leah to help out, and Leah's favorite job is to read and answer the letters that come from the cousins in America.
Money Madness
David A. Adler - 2009
This beginning guide to economics will have readers thinking about the purpose, and not just the value, of money.