Stephen Feinstein
Author
Pub. Date
2014
Description
Mesopotamia is often called the Cradle of Civilization and it is this region that is the focus of this book, DISCOVER ANCIENT MESOPOTAMIA. Ancient Mesopotamia, centering on the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers, features the rise of city-states and innovations in agriculture. The people of Mesopotamia also developed complex systems of writing, architectural wonders, advancements in military tactics and weaponry, and some of the first recorded legal codes.
...3) Colorado
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2003
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Discusses the land and climate, economy, government, and history of the Centennial State. Includes Internet links to Web sites related to Colorado.
17) Barack Obama
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2008
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"An elementary biography of United States senator from Illinois Barack Obama; discusses his childhood, ethnic background, family, and career in politics"--Provided by publisher.
18) Andrew Jackson
Author
Pub. Date
[2002]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Traces the private and public life of America's seventh president, who was orphaned at the age of fourteen. Includes Internet links to Web sites, source documents, and photographs related to Andrew Jackson.
20) Florida
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2003
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Discusses the land and climate, economy, government, and history of the state with a higher percentage of retirees than any other. Includes Internet links to Web sites, source documents, and photographs related to Florida.