Tamra Orr
1) Florida
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Located in the far southeastern corner of the United States, Florida is a popular vacation destination with plenty of beaches and other attractions. It is also a state with a rich history and vibrant local culture. Readers will explore all of Florida as they learn about its government, history, economy, landscape, and much more.
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"High school students who get average grades and don't ace the SAT or ACT discover that an exceptional college education is by no means beyond their reach with this guide. Along with information on what to look for in a college and what colleges look for in their students besides grades, this college reference provides details on more than 175 colleges that make it a point to help students who have not achieved a stellar GPA and includes information...
3) California
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Describes the geography, history, economy, culture, and people of the state of California, and includes ideas for classroom assignments.
4) Oklahoma
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"Often called the 'panhandle state' for its unique shape, Oklahoma is a rich land, full of hundreds of lakes and miles of rivers, thick, green forests, rolling mountains, and productive farmland. Readers will get an up-close look at life in Oklahoma, from where people live to what their local traditions are. They will also learn about the state's history, government, economy, and more."--
5) Alaska
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Describes the history, geography, ecology, people, economy, cities,and sights of the state of Alaska and includes ideas for classroom assignments.
6) Turkey
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Describes the geography, plants, animals, history, economy, language, religions, culture, sports, arts, and people of Turkey.
10) Anger
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Introduces readers to the emotion of anger, looking into what it is, when it happens, why it can happen and how to handle it.
12) Indiana
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Indiana. Why is Indiana called the Hoosier State? No one really knows! But over the years many stories have been told about the origins of the word hoosier. Inside, you'll find: Which industries drive Indiana's economy; A timeline, photos-and what people do for fun in Indiana; Surprising TRUE facts that will shock and amaze you!
13) Gonorrhea
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Provides a thorough, non-judgmental understanding of the disease gonorrhea, how it is transmitted, how it manifests in the body, and the effects of the disease if left untreated. Also covers the negative social impact of dealing with a sexually transmitted disease and includes resources for finding professional help.
16) Polar bears
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Looks at polar bears and how they survive in the wild, raise their cubs, and are related to other species.
17) Mexican heritage
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"Mexican Heritage in the Celebrating Diversity in My Classroom series explores the geography, languages, religions, food, and culture of Mexico in a fun age-appropriate way. Students with Mexican heritage are a significant and important part of the fabric of America and this book helps foster empathy in all students and a multi-cultural community in the classroom. Glossary, index, and additional backmatter aids further learning."--Provided by publisher....
18) Sadness
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Introduces readers to the emotion of sadness, looking into what it is, when it happens, why it can happen, and how it comes and goes.
19) Chinese heritage
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Chinese Heritage in the Celebrating Diversity in My Classroom series explores the geography, languages, religions, food, and culture of China in a fun age-appropriate way. Students with Chinese heritage are a significant and important part of the fabric of America and this book helps foster empathy in all students and a multi-cultural community in the classroom. Glossary, index, and additional backmatter aids further learning.
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