Marylou Morano Kjelle
1) John Hancock
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Born to a clergyman and his wife and raised by a wealthy aunt and uncle, John Hancock truly went from rags to riches. While still a young man, Hancock lent his name, money, and position in Boston's society to the ever-growing group of colonists calling for a complete break from England. He was labeled a traitor by King George III, who put a price of 500 pounds on his head, and was hunted by members of the king's army. Hancock made his way from
...3) Lion
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Discusses the lion and the special characteristics that make them such excellent predators.
8) Derrick Rose
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Provides a basic biography of professional basketball player Derrick Rose focusing on his playing career. Includes a chronology, statistics, color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.
10) Tim Howard
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A biography of professional soccer player Tim Howard, a goalkeeper.
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"[Relates the history of the First Continental Congress which began] When 56 colonial delegates assembled in Philadelphia in September, 1774, breaking away from their mother country, Great Britain ... These brave and forward-thinking men wanted ... King George III to recognize their rights and liberties and give them and their fellow colonists the same respect he gave to all English citizens. The king's refusal to stop exploiting the colonies set...
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The Quest to End World Hunger explores the crisis of world hunger and the people and organizations that are working to eliminate the problem. This title also focuses on people who have been helped, the progress that has already been made and the challenges still left to be met. The young reader analyzes the stories and develops their own opinion of what can be done to solve the world hunger crisis. The book has been developed to address many of the...