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2) Liberty Bell
Author
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Introduces the Liberty Bell, explains what it means in American history, and describes what it is like to visit the bell today.
4) White House
Author
Pub. Date
c2003
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
An introduction to the home of the United States president, including its history and design and construction.
6) White House
Author
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"In White House, young readers will explore this American landmark and its historic and political significance. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore this important site. A labeled diagram helps readers identify important rooms in the White House, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about the White House online using our safe search engine that provides...
Author
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"In Statue of Liberty, young readers will explore this American landmark and learn about its historic significance. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore this important site. A labeled diagram helps readers understand items associated with the Statue of Liberty, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about the Statue of Liberty online using our safe search...
9) Bran Castle
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2022]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This title takes readers through the grounds, halls, and history of Bran Castle in Romania. Readers will learn about who lived there, including kings and queens, what purposes the castle served, and what visitors can expect when they explore Bran Castle today.
11) Alcazar Castle
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2022]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"This title takes readers through the grounds, halls, and history of Alcazar Castle in Segovia, Spain. Readers will learn about who lived there, including kings and queens, what purposes the castle served, and what visitors can expect when they explore Alcazar today." --
Author
Pub. Date
[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
The House That George Built takes readers through the process of how the presidents house came to bestarting with the contest George held to choose the perfect design for this legendary landmark, all the way to President John Adamss move into the grandiose home. Cleverly written in the familiar format of "The House That Jack Built," author Suzanne Slade supplements her rhyming verse with lively conversational prose, describing how George was involved...
14) Lincoln Memorial
Author
Pub. Date
c2003
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Dicusses the construction, history, and current status of the Washington, D.C., monument to Abraham Lincoln and the freedom, equality, and justice he personified.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2018]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
The Eiffel Tower, build for a World's Fair in 1889, has become a permanent symbol of the city of Paris, France. Engineering the Eiffel Towerintroduces readers to its designer, Gustave Eiffel, shows how workers assembled the gigantic tower, and looks at how maintenance crews keep it standing today. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics,...
18) Himeji castle
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2022]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This title takes readers through the grounds, halls, and history of Himeji Castle in Japan. Readers will learn about who lived there, including kings and queens, what purposes the castle served, and what visitors can expect when they explore Himeji Castle today. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2022]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"This title takes readers through the grounds, halls, and history of Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany. Readers will learn about who lived there, including kings and queens, what purposes the castle served, and what visitors can expect when they explore Neuschwanstein today." --
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2017.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
In 1930, anyone walking down Fifth Avenue in the middle of New York City would have seen an incredible sight. A forest of giant steel beams rose hundreds of feet into the sky. Thousands of men stood on the beams cutting, drilling, and hammering. The workers were constructing the Empire State Building-the tallest skyscraper the world had ever seen. The Empire State Building traces the incredible story of the 102-story skyscraper, starting with the...