Mary Pope Osborne
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What was it like to be a passenger on the Mayflower? How many people survived the first harsh winter in the New World? How did Pilgrim children spend their days? Find out the answers to these questions and more in this Magic Tree House Research Guide: Pilgrims. Includes fun facts from Jack and Annie, fantastic photos and illustrations, and a guide to doing further research. From the Trade Paperback edition.
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"When Jack and Annie came back from their adventure in Magic Tree House #53: 'Shadow of the Shark,' they had lots of questions. How many teeth do sharks have? What is their favorite food? What are some other top predators? How do they keep life in balance? Find out the answers to these questions and more as Jack and Annie track the facts about sharks and other predators"--
90) Soccer
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"A nonfiction companion to Magic Tree House #52: Soccer on Sunday"--
Shares up-to-date information, photos and illustrations in a companion to Soccer on Sunday that offers additional facts about everything from the history of soccer and the sport's most notable players to the traditions surrounding the World Cup. --Publisher's description.
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Explores the history of the ancient Roman empire. Describes how Rome became an empire, what the ancient Romans did for fun, what happened during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius, and who became gladiators. Examines Roman war machines, Roman architecture, and family life in Rome. Also profiles key people in the history of ancient Rome and explains why the empire eventually collapsed.
96) Abraham Lincoln
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Presents a non-fiction companion to the book "Abe Lincoln At Last!," discussing what it was like to grow up in a log cabin and what Lincoln's family life was like, and describes how he became the sixteenth president of the United States.
100) Horse heroes
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Presents a nonfiction companion book to "Stallion by Starlight," discussing the history of domesticating horses and explaining why Alexander the Great's horse was so famous.