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005590
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Great Britain, Encyclopaedia Britannica Inc., 2004.
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96pYellow Spine
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My First Britannica
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A lower level encyclopedia from the Britannica Publishing House. Includes 12 volumes on subjects that are well researchd. Beautifully illustrated and cross referenced, this makes an excellent introduction to research and inquiry. This title is about countries, cities and famous sites in Africa.
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Africa - Land of splendour
Central and Western Africa
Congo - Two Countries, One Name
Ghana - Gold Coast of Africa
Accra, Ghana - From Trading Post to Modern City
Guinea - Forests and Minerals
Liberia - Africa's Oldest Republic
Monrovia, Liberia - Freedom City
Nigeria - Land of 500 Languages
Senegal - Land of Teranga
Dakar, Senegal - City of the Tamarind Tree
Eastern Africa
Ethopia - Ancient Country in Africa's Horn
Addis Ababa, Ethopia - The City Called 'New Flower'
Kenya - Cradle of Humanity
Nairobi, Kenya - From Swamp to Capital City
Seychelles - An Island Paradise
Somalia - Land of Nomads
Mogadishu, Somalia - Seaside Somalian Capital
Uganda - Country of Lakes and Rivers
Kampala, Uganda - City on the Hill of Antelopes
North Africa
Algeria - Desert Land on the Sea
Algiers, Algeria - The Island City on the Hills
Egypt - The Pharaohs and the Pyramids
Egypt - Cultural Centre, Past and Present
Cairo, Egypt - City on the Nile
Nile River - Egypt's Gift
Suez Canal, Egypt - Joining Two Seas for a shortcut
Libia - Oil Country of Africa
Tripoli, Libia - Ancient Walled City
Rabat, Morocco - Built for Victory
The Sudan - Giant of Africa
Southern Africa
Angola - Land of Oil and Diamonds
Luanda, Angola - A Portuguese Legacy
Botswana - The Jewel of the Kalahari
Madagascar - Island Sanctuary
Malawi - Lakeside Country
Lilongwe, Malawi - On Malawi's Fertile Plains
Namibia - A Beautiful, Arid Place
Windhoek, Namibia - Namibia's Windy Corner
South Africa - Diamond Country
South Africa - A People Apart
South African Cities - Mixed Urban Histories
Zimbabwe - From Colony to Independent Country
Harare, Zimbabwe - City in a Garden
Victoria Falls - "The Smoke That Thunders"
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1593390564 Hb.
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005589
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Great Britain, Encyclopaedia Britannica Inc., 2004.
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104pGreen Spine
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My First Britannica
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A lower level encyclopedia from the Britannica Publishing House. Includes 12 volumes on subjects that are well researchd. Beautifully illustrated and cross referenced, this makes an excellent introduction to research and inquiry. This title is about countries, cities and famous sites in Asia, Australia and New Zealand.
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Asia
Asia - The Largest Continent
East Asia
China - Asia's Largest Country
Beijing, China - Home of the Forbidden City
The Great Wall - Ancient China's Giant Guardian
Japan - Volcanoes, Earthquakes, and Plum Rains
Japan - Modern Nation of Ancient Traditions
Korean Peninsula - An Asian Land Divided
Pyongyang, North Korea - North Korea's Age Old Capital
Seoul, South Korea - A Modern Ancient Capital
Southeast Asia
Phnom Penh, Cambodia - The City of Lady Penh
Angkor Wat - Cambodia's Treasured Temple
Indonesia - Island Nation of Southeast Asia
Yangon, Myanmar - City of the Golden Pagoda
Philippines - Tropical island Republic
Singapore - The Lion City
Thailand - Kingdon of Southeast Asia
Bangkok, Thailand - City of Angles
Vietnam - North and South
Hanoi, Vietnam - Capital of reunited Vietnam
South Asia
Afghanistan - Mountain Country
Bangladesh - Land of the Bengals
Thimphu, Bhutan - City in the Heart of the Himalayas
India - Land of Temples and Shrines
Taj Mahal - Wonder of the World
Nepal - Country of Mount Everest
Kathmandu, Nepal - City of Palaces
Pakistan - A Young Country with an Ancient History
Pakistan - Land of the Indus Civilization
Sri Lanka - Island Nation of Natural Riches
The Middle East and Transcaucasia
Fertile Crescent - Cradle of Civilization
Yerevan, Armenia - City of Cafes
Istanbul, Turkey - City on Two Continents
Iran - Modern Persia
Bagdad, Iraq - City of Arabian Nights
Israel - The Jewish State
Jerusalem - Holy City
Amman, Jordan - City of Seven Hills
Beirut, Lebanon - The City of Wells
Oman - Rocky soils and Petroleum Riches
Mecca, Saudi Arabia: Holiest city of Islam
Damascus, Syria: Pearl of the East
Australia and New Zealand
Australia: Island Continent
Canberra: Meeting place on a hill
Great Barrier Reef: Island of reefs within reefs
Sydney: A magnificent harbour city
Western Australia: Desert State
New Zealand: Land of the long white cloud
Wellington: A visit to New Zealand's Capital
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1593390556 Hb.
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005595
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Great Britain, Encyclopaedia Britannica Inc., 2004.
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96pOrange Spine
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My First Britannica
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A lower level encyclopedia from the Britannica Publishing House. Includes 12 volumes on subjects that are well researchd. Beautifully illustrated and cross referenced, this makes an excellent introduction to research and inquiry. This title on Birds, Insects, Reptiles and Aquatic Life, including fish, introduce the reader to these fascinating creatures that fly, crawl, and swim.
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Kingfishers
Parrots and Cockatoos
Owls
Eagles
Albatrosses
Gulls
Ducks
Geese
Swans
Penguins
Peacocks
Ostriches
Kiwis
Fish Carp
Salmon
Piranhas
Sharks
Coral
Sponges
Molluscs
Octopuses
Jellfish
Deep-Sea Life
Insects
Ants
Bees
Butterflies and Moths
Cockroaches
Crickets
Grasshoppers
Mosquitoes
Spiders
Reptiles
Alligators and Crocodiles
Snakes
Anacondas
King Cobras
Lizards
Chameleons
Turtles
Amphibians
Frogs
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1593390599 Hb.
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000730
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Bath, Parragon Publishing, 2005.
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380pThick Purple Spine
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Young readers will find this an invaluable tool for extending their language skills. Includes word history, spelling, grammar, punctuation notes and word games. 6 yrs+
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1405453990 Hb.
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000731
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Great Britain, Armadillo Books, 2005.
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255pRed Spine
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A complete reference guide with over 400 colour illustrations and photographs.
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184322464X pb.
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008117
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Bath, Parragon Publishing, 2008.
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224pBlue spine
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A clear and comprehensive guide to our planet's weather and climate.
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What is weather?
Climate
Seasons
Wild weather
Weather disasters
Weather forecasts
Weather power
Weather and us
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9781407517575 Hb.
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000932
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2003 (2nd. ed.)
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Great Britain, Dorling Kindersley Limited, 2002.
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160 PWhite n Blue Spine
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An exciting encyclopaedia packed with clear, well researched information, ideas, games and quizzes for the curious minds.
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World Regions
People and Society
History of People
Living World
Science and Technology
Planet Earth
Space and Universe
Reference Section
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1405301554 Pb.
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005588
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Great Britain, Encyclopaedia Britannica Inc., 2004.
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96pPurple Spine
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My First Britannica
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A lower level encyclopedia from the Britannica Publishing House. Includes 12 volumes on subjects that are well researchd. Beautifully illustrated and cross referenced, this makes an excellent introduction to research and inquiry. This title is about the various countries, cities and famous sites in Europe.
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Western Europe
Portugal: Iberian Peninsula
Spain: European Country
Madrid, Spain: City of Tauromaquia
England: Heart of Language and Culture
London: City on the Thames
Stonehenge: Ancient Circle of Stones
Scotland: Land of Mountains and Heath
Edinburgh: Fortress on a Hill
Ireland: The Emerald Isle
Dublin: City on the Liffey River
Wales: Land of the Song
English Channel: 'The Sleeve' between England and France
France: Country of Castles, Wine and History
Paris: Lovely City of Light
Brussels, Belgium: Beautiful Capital
Netherlands: Country of Windmills and Dykes
Amsterdam: City of Canals and Bridges
Central Europe
Germany: A Country reunited
Berlin: Once upon a Wall
Switzerland: Snow and Chocolates
Austria: Land of the Blue Danube
Vienna: City of Music
Czech Republic: New beginnings in a Historic Land
Prague: City of 100 Spires
Poland: Country in the Heart of Europe
Northern Europe
Reykjavik, Iceland: Bay of Smokes
Denmark: A Nation that's almost an Island
Copenhagen: City of the Little Mermaid
Norway: Land of Fjords and Mountains
Sweden: Scandinavia's Largest Country
Russia: Largest country in the world
Eastern and Southern Europe
Budhapest, Hungary: Two-in-One City
Bucharest, Romania: 'Little Paris'
Sofia, Bulgaria: Bulgarian Capital of Today and Yesterday
Serbia and Montenegro: Country of many cultures
Belgrade: White Fortress
Ukraine: Borderland country
Greece: Land of Islands
Athens: City of the Acropolis
Parthenon: Temple of Athena
Italy: A tourist's delight
Rome: The Eternal city
Vatican city: The Smallest State
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1593390548 Hb.
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005587
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Great Britain, Encyclopaedia Britannica Inc., 2004.
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96pOrange Spine
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My First Britannica
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A lower level encyclopedia from the Britannica Publishing House. Includes 12 volumes on subjects that are well researchd. Beautifully illustrated and cross referenced, this makes an excellent introduction to research and inquiry. In this title on folklore and religions, read about the stories, faiths, beliefs, and traditions long cherished around the world.
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Myths and legends, folktales and fables: Stories of wonder and everyday life
Dragons: Beasts of fire and mist
Africa
Nigerian folktale: The Monkey Court
Story from Ghana: Ananse and the wisdom plot
Asia and Australia
Chinese Cindrella story: Yen-Shen
Cambodian myth: Moni Mekhala and Ream Eyso
From the Kalilah wa Dimnah: The poor man and the Flask of oil
Korean folktale: The Tiger in the trap
Australian folktale: How Kangaroo got its tail
Europe
Aesop's Fables: Animal stories that teach
Greek Legend: Odysseus and the Cyclops
Atlas: The Bearer of the World
Jewish Legend: The Golem of Prague
British Legend: King Arthur's Knights of the round table
The Americas
An Inuit tale: How crow brought daylight to the world
Cherokee story: Why Possum's tail is bare
Paul Bunyan: The tale of a Lumberjack
Mayan story: Rabbit throws away his sandal
Religions of the world
Belief in higher power
God: One World, Many Beliefs
Monasticism: A Life apart
Middle Eastern Origins
Zoroastrianism: Eternal battle of good and evil
Judaism: Religion of Israel
Abraham: Father of many nations
Moses: Yahweh's messenger
Christianity: Following Jesus Christ
Jesus Christ: Son of God
Mary: Mother of Jesus
Bible: Jewish and Christian scriptures
Islam: Religion of Muhammad
Muhammad: Islam's Prophet
Koran: Holy Book
Baha'i: A Simple Faith
Asian Teachings
Conficius: Teacher of great Wisdom
Daoism: The religion of Laozi
Shinto: Japanese religion
Hinduism: Ancient religion of South Asia
Buddhism: Teachings of the Buddha
Buddha: Enlightened One
Dalai Lama: Tibet's great teacher
Jainism: Teaching non-violence
Sikhism: South Asian religion
Spirit forces
Shamanism: Spirit world
Vodun: Religion of magic and spirits
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159339053X Hb.
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ID:
009727
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England, Armadillo Books, 2001.
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256pBlue and Red Spine
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1843220245 Pb.
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020120
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New York, 2010.
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256pWhite Spine
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An illustrated overview of the physical world that uses infographics and provides facts and information on the connections between the Earth, people, power, and industry.
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9781465402578 Pb.
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005596
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Great Britain, Encyclopaedia Britannica Inc., 2004.
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96pBlue Spine
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My First Britannica
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A lower level encyclopedia from the Britannica Publishing House. Includes 12 volumes on subjects that are well researchd. Beautifully illustrated and cross referenced, this makes an excellent introduction to research and inquiry. This title on mammals helps us get to know the fury and warm-blooded creatures we know and love so well.
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Carnivores
Primates
Ungulates
Rodents
Marine Mammals
Mixed Mammals
Marsupials and Monotremes
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1593390602 Hb.
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005586
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Great Britain, Encyclopaedia Britannica Inc., 2004.
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112pPurple Spine
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My First Britannica
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A lower level encyclopedia from the Britannica Publishing House. Includes 12 volumes on subjects that are well researchd. Beautifully illustrated and cross referenced, this makes an excellent introduction to research and inquiry. Read about the men and women who have changed our lives by creating history.
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Creators
Isabel Allende: The Letter writer's stories
Count Basie: An Aristocrat of Jazz
Charles Dickens: Writer of life-changing stories
Fanny Elssler: Theatrical Ballerina
Francisco de Goya: Painter of the king and to the people
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: A life filled with music
I.M. Pei: Grand Architect
Pablo Picasso: Exploring with an artist
William Shakespeare: Plays that never grow old
Socrates: Teaching people to think
Joan Sutherland: Australia's gollden voice
Mark Twain: The writer and the Mississippi river
Leaders and Conquerors
Yasir Arafat: Leader of the Palestinians
Ashoka: The emperor and the right way of living
Menachem Begin: Struggling for Israel
Julius Caesar: Rome's remarkable General and Statesman
Fidel Castro: The man who changed Cuba
Charlemagne: The Father of Europe
Cleopatra: Queen of Egypt
Elizabeth I: A clever, courageous queen
Empress of China: The Dragon Lady
Hirohito: Emperor of Japan
Mohammed Ali Jinnah: Founder of Pakistan
Nelson Mandela: Fighter for Rights
Mao Zedong: Architect of Modern China
Golda Meir: Israel's first woman Prime Minister
Anwar el-Sadat: Egypt's Man of Peace
U Thant: World Peacemaker
Vikings: Men in Dragon ships
Scientists and Doctors
Elizabeth Blackwell: First modern woman Doctor
Luther Burbank: Inventing new plants
Nicolaus Copernicus: Student of the sky
Marie Curie: Discovering a new kind of Science
Charles Darwin: Theory of Evolution
Albert Einstein: A Brilliant Wonderer
Galileo Galilei: Man who discovered Outer Space
Jane Goodall: Woman who lived with Chimpanzees
Johannes Kepler: Stargazer
Sir Isaac Newton: An Apple, an Idea
Louis Pasteur: Man who conquered diseases
Extraordinary Lives
American Indians: First native North Americans
Simon Bolivar: Hero of many nations
Anne Frank: A young girl and her diary
Cathy Freeman: Gold medalist in Athletics
Mahatma Gandhi: Salt and Empires
Helen Keller: Woman of Courage
Martin Luther King Jr: Civil rights leader
Ferdinand Magellan: Around-the-World Voyager
Mayan Civilization: Writers, mathematicians, and architects
Pele: Football star
Mother Teresa: Mother of the poor and the dying
Tenzing Norgay: On top of the world
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1593390521 Hb.
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005583
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Great Britain, Encyclopaedia Britannica Inc., 2004.
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112pYellow Spine
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My First Britannica
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A lower level encyclopedia from the Britannica Publishing House. Includes 12 volumes on subjects that are well researchd. Beautifully illustrated and cross referenced, this makes an excellent introduction to research and inquiry. Learn more the about the universe and the world's greatest inventions in this title.
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Journey through Space
Astronomy - Studying the Stars
Universe - Infinite Space
Stars - Distant Fire
Galaxies - Star Clusters
Extraterrestrial Life - Life Beyond the Earth
Spacecraft - Exploring the New Frontier
Astronauts - Going up in Space
Solar System - Family of the Sun
Asteroids - Minor Planets
Comets - Rocketing Masses with Fuzzy Tails
Moon - A Trip to the Moon
Planets - Wanderers in the Sky
Mercury - The Planet Nearest to the Sun
Venus - A Morning and Evening Star
Mars - The Red Planet
Jupiter - King of the Planets
Saturn - The Ringed Planet
Uranus - King George's Star
Neptune - The Eighth Planet
Pluto - The Lonely Planet
Nature's Basics
Atoms - Building Blocks of Matter
Energy - The Power of Life
Gravity - The Invisible Magnet
Liquids, Solids, and Gases - Same Stuff, Different Forms
Temperatures - Hot and Cold
Practical Science
Electricity - Cables, Fuses, Wires and Energy
Measurement - Understanding Size and Distance
Medicine - Looking to Nature for Remedies
Nuclear Energy - Big Energy from a Small Source
Thermal Power - Energy from Heat
Water Power - Streams of Energy
Wind Power - Energy in the Air
Gadgets and Systems
Airplanes - The First Flights
Automobiles - How Henry Ford Made the American Car
Braille - Books to Touch
Calendar - Charting the Year
Computers - The Machines that Solve Problems
Internet and the World Wide Web - Network of People
Motion Pictures - Photos that Move
Oil - From the Ground to the Petrol Station
Paper - Turning Trees to Paper
Photography - Drawing with Light
Printing - Gutenberg's Gift
Radio - Thank you, Mr Marconi
Ships - From Rafts to Ocean Liners
Sight and Sound - Eyes That hear, Speach That's Seen
Submarines - Silent Stalkers of the Sea
Telephones - Staying in Touch
Telescopes - Exploring the Sky
Television - The World in a Box
Transportatoin - Before There Were Automobiles
Weaving - Making Cloth
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005593
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Great Britain, Encyclopaedia Britannica Inc., 2004.
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96pGreen Spine
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My First Britannica
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A lower level encyclopedia from the Britannica Publishing House. Includes 12 volumes on subjects that are well researchd. Beautifully illustrated and cross referenced, this makes an excellent introduction to research and inquiry. This title on plants helps the reader discover the many kinds and uses of vegetation.
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Flowering Plants
Fruits, Vegetables
Food Trees
Grasses
Practical Plants
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005598
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Encyclopaedia Britannica Inc., 2004.
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112pWhite Spine
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My First Britannica
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A lower level encyclopedia from the Britannica Publishing House. Includes 12 volumes on subjects that are well researchd. Beautifully illustrated and cross referenced, this makes an excellent introduction to research and inquiry. This volume features a glossary and a mini-atlas.
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1593390610 Hb.
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005591
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Great Britain, Encyclopaedia Britannica Inc., 2004.
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96pPink Spine
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My First Britannica
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A lower level encyclopedia from the Britannica Publishing House. Includes 12 volumes on subjects that are well researchd. Beautifully illustrated and cross referenced, this makes an excellent introduction to research and inquiry. This title is about countries, cities and famous sites in the Americas.
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North America - Land of Plenty
Greenland - Frozen Island
Canada - The Land of Long Winters
Niagra Falls
Great Lakes - America's Glacier Leftovers
United States of America - a Young and Powerful Nation
United States of America - Melting Pot of Many Cultures
Washington D.C. - Capital City of the U.S.A.
Grand Canyon - Nature's Masterpiece
Honolulu - Crossroads of the Pacific
New York City - The City of Liberty
New York City - The Great Culture Mart
Mexico and Central America
Mexico - Ring of Fire
Mexico City - Sinking City of Palaces
Central America - The Isthmus Nations
Gautemala - Land of the Quetzal
Nicaragua - Volcanoes and Earthquakes in Central America
Panama City, Panama
Panama Canal - A Major World Waterway
West Indies - Caribbean Paradise
Puerto Rico - Jewel of the Caribbean
Cuba - Sugarcane and Politics
South America
South America - The Unknown Continent
Amazon - The Rainforest River
Amazon - A Close Look at Rievr Life
Andes - World-Class Mountains
Galapagos Islands - The Islands at the End of the World
Columbia - Columbus' South American Namesake
Bogota, Columbia - Capital city of churches
Peru - Land of the Inca
Machu Picchu - Secret of the Andes
Brazil - Half of South America
Brasilia, Brazil - A Bow, A Bird, an Airplane
Paraguay - The Once Forgotten Land
Asuncion, Paraguay - Capital of Spanish and Indian Heritage
Chile - A Long and Narrow Land
Easter Island - Land of Giants
Argentina - Home of the Gaucho
Buenos Aires, Argentina - Argentina's Twice Founded Capital
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1593390572 Hb.
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005584
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Great Britain, Encyclopaedia Britannica Inc., 2004.
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96pPeach Spine
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My First Britannica
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A lower level encyclopedia from the Britannica Publishing House. Includes 12 volumes on subjects that are well researchd. Beautifully illustrated and cross referenced, this makes an excellent introduction to research and inquiry. Encounter the master artists of yesterday and today.
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Visual arts
Folk arts and crafts: Traditions of creativity
Painting: Art of the mind's eye
Sculpture: 3-D art
Architecture: Art of building
ARTISTS
Hassan Fathy: Home-style Architect
Hiroshige: Artist of the floating world
Frida Kahlo: Brilliant colours of Mexico
Michelangelo: Genius of European art
Diego Rivera: Murals of Mexico
Auguste Rodin: Modern Michelangelo
Vincent an Gogh: Sunflowers and Starry Nights
Xia Gui: Lonely Landscapes
Music
Folk Music: Music of Everyday Life
Popular music: Music of an Era
Jazz: Music of Change
Classical music: A Very Formal Music
MUSICIANS
Louis Armstrong: Satchmo - Jazz Superstar
Ludwig van Beethoven - Living for Music
Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan - Centre Stage of Qawwali
Ladysmith Black Mambazo - South African Sound
Carlos Santana - Rock Guitarist
Ravi Shankar - Music at his fingertips
Literature - Writing for the ages
WRITERS
Basho - Haiku Master
Jorge Luis Borges - Creator of Fantastical Fictions
Gwendolyn Brooks - Prized Poet of Illinois
Lewis Carroll - Man Who Created Wonderland
Emily Dickinson - Life of Letters and Literature
Wole Soyinka - The Nobel Laureate
Kath Walker - Aboriginal Poet
Rabindranath Tagore - Poet Laureate of India
Jules Verne - Journey to Everywhere
Performing Arts
Dance - Moving to Rhythms
Theatre - Life Re-created on Stage
Cinema - Dreams on the Big Screen
Opera - A Grand Musical Play
PERFORMERS AND DIRECTORS
Alvin Ailey - Enriching American Dance
Sarah Bernhardt - 'The Divine Sarah'
Judi Dench - A Commanding Actress
Jim Henson - Muppet Master
Akira Kurosawa - Vision in motion
Satyajit Ray - Indian Cinema for the world
Maria Tallchief - America's Prima Ballerina
Kiri Te Kanawa - New Zealand's Opera Star
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Great Britain, Encyclopaedia Britannica Inc., 2004.
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96pGreen Spine
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My First Britannica
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A lower level encyclopedia from the Britannica Publishing House. Includes 12 volumes on subjects that are well researchd. Beautifully illustrated and cross referenced, this makes an excellent introduction to research and inquiry. Learn more about weather, landscapes, and the Earth's natural wonders.
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Geography - Learning about the Earth
Land and Landforms
Continents - The Largest Pieces of Land
Antarctica - A Continent of Extremes
Islands - Dry Spots in a Watery World
Volcanoes - Mountains of Smoke and Fire
Mountains - Building Earth's Giant Landscapes
Sand - The Nitty-Gritty
Deserts - Lands of Little Water
Peninsulas - Fingers of Land
Rainforests - Endangered Ecosystems
Marshes - Grassy Wetlands
Swamps - Waterlogged Forests
Water
Rivers - The Power of Flowing Water
Floods - Engulfed by Water
Oasis - Water in the Desert
Oceans - The World of Water
Atlantic Ocean - The Youngest Ocean
Pacific Ocean - Largest Ocean in the World
Indian Ocean - Ocean Between Many Continents
Mediterranean Sea - The Sea in teh Middle Of Land
Tides - The Ocean's Rise and Fall
Waves - Measurement of the Seas
Tsunamis - Waves of Destruction
Icebergs - The Biggest Ice-Cubes
Glaciers - Rivers of Ice
Climate and Environment
Clouds - Floating Water
Thunder and Lightening - Nature's Fireworks
Cyclones and Tornadoes - Nature's Fury
Rainbows - Arcs of Colour
Dew - Diamond Drops of Water
Leaves - The Science of Their Changing Colours
Echoes - Sounds That See in the Dark
Acid Rain - Killer Downpour
Pollution - Harming Our Environment
Geology and Prehistory
Geology - Studying The Earth
Rocks and Minerals - The Earth's Building Blocks
Caves - When Water is Stronger Than Stone
Diamonds - The Hardest-Working Gemstones in the World
Chalk - The Remains of Tiny Shells
Fossils - Ancient Life in Stone
Mammoths and Mastodons - Ancient Elephants
Dinosaurs - Giants of the Past
Dinosaurs - A Mystery Disappearance
Tyrannosaur - The Tyrant King
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