James Buckley
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Describes the life of track-and-field athlete Jesse Owens, from his childhood in Alabama and his family's move to Cleveland to his athletic career which culminated in his winning four gold medals at the 1936 Olympic Games in Berlin, Germany. At the 1936 Berlin Summer Olympics, track and field star Jesse Owens ran himself straight into international glory by winning four gold medals. But the life of Jesse Owens is much more than a sports story. Born...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
"Discover the man behind the chocolate bar! Milton Hershey's life was filled with invention and innovation. As a young man, he was not afraid to dream big and work hard. Eventually, he learned the secret to mass-producing milk chocolate and the recipe that gave it a longer, more stable shelf life. He founded a school for those who didn't have access to a good education and an entire town for his employees. Both his chocolate empire and his great personal...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Benedict Arnold fought for the colonies during the American Revolution and was even considered a patriotic war hero after being wounded in battle. But in 1780, he made a decision that no one could anticipate. He betrayed his fellow Americans and joined the British army"--
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English
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"The National Baseball Hall of Fame Collection includes all inductees, stats, and awards through the 2023 Hall of Fame elections. Additional new content also includes: the origin story of the Hall of Fame, a visual tour of Cooperstown, plus insights and photos celebrating the Hall's famous induction weekend"--Publisher's website.
Author
Publisher
Triumph Books
Language
English
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Among baseball achievements, the perfect gameone in which no runners reach baseremains the greatest. Though many have come close, only 20 pitchers have achieved such perfection in more than a century of baseball. This exhaustive compendium examines the fascinating story behind every perfect game and uncovers details both great and small, illuminating the majesty of these titanic achievements. The faithfully narrated record of all 20 gamespunctuated...
Author
Publisher
Quirk Books
Pub. Date
2015
Language
English
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Description
It’s the most used room in the house—but how much do you know about it? Here’s the first book about the bathroom written exclusively for the bathroom! Set it on the back of the tank and learn something new on every visit—amazing facts and figures from history, science, pop-culture, and more. Don’t let you time in the bathroom be a waste!
Author
Series
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
2016
Language
English
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Description
What are the most deadly animals in the world and where do they live? Find out in Spiders and Other Deadly Animals!
Learn about the animals that can kill us through life-threatening true stories! Filled with amazing photography and clear text, Spiders and Other Deadly Animals is a fascinating look at the world's scariest animals.
Make sure you know how to identify and avoid these creatures with Spiders and...
Learn about the animals that can kill us through life-threatening true stories! Filled with amazing photography and clear text, Spiders and Other Deadly Animals is a fascinating look at the world's scariest animals.
Make sure you know how to identify and avoid these creatures with Spiders and...
Author
Language
English
Description
America's Classic Ballparks takes you out to the ballgame with an interactive tour through America's ballpark landmarks.
Baseball parks are as American as apple pie and America's Classic Ballparkscommemorates nine ballparks guaranteed to spark nostalgia for the old ball game. Featuring striking images, America's Classic Ballparks offers a wealth of information on these beloved national landmarks.
The iconic ballparks featured include:
• Ebbets Field
•...
16) New Orleans
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Series
Language
English
Description
Sometimes the coolest places are right outside your front door. Learning about New Orleans's interesting and unique culture has never been so super fun!
Did you know Mardi Gras is one of the most famous city-wide parties in the world? Or that the famous jazz musician Louis Armstrong was born in New Orleans? Have you ever wanted to visit St. Louis Cathedral, the oldest Catholic cathedral in the United States? From the Audubon Zoo to the New Orleans...
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Series
Language
English
Description
Sometimes the coolest places are right outside your front door. Learning about the Grand Canyon's interesting and unique culture has never been so super fun!
Did you know that the Grand Canyon is home to more than 400 animal species? Or that the oldest rocks in the Canyon, called gneiss, were formed 1.8 billion years ago? What about the fact that President Theodore Roosevelt made the entire Grand Canyon a Game Reserve, protecting it for generations...
Author
Language
English
Description
Tip Of The Spear was written with the intent of aiding Sales Development Reps to connect with prospects in a truly memorable way. It acts as a handbook for the modern day SDR with a heavy focus on cold emailing, cold calling, and being effective in the SDR role. How do we stand out? We do things that stand out. The SDR role is under appreciated in the business models of today. Tip Of The Spear aims to change this mind frame for businesses the world...
Author
Publisher
Thunder Bay Press
Pub. Date
2011
Language
English
Description
They are the names that football fans will never forget. They played for the Chicago Bears. The New York Giants. The Pittsburgh Steelers. They were quarterbacks, wide receivers, and running backs. Some played for five or six seasons, others for as many as eighteen or nineteen. Some started their careers back in the early days of the NFL, while others are still active today. They are our heroes. They are the NFL's top 100, the greatest players of all...
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Series
Language
English
Description
A comprehensive exploration of football, covering players, teams, stadiums, and competitions through a mix of illustrations, photographs, maps, and diagrams. Follow the story of how football began, learn about World Cup winners, meet some of the top players, and discover amazing facts and figures in this action-packed atlas.