Philip Steele
1) Castles
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This children's history book has everything you need to know about medieval castles, including knights, jousting, sieges, drawbridges, and forts. Learn about castle design, from the earliest motte and bailey styles to stone fortresses and beautiful castles in Japan and India.
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2020.
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Weather can be truly wild. Mild breezes can give way to a terrifying tornado in a matter of minutes. What happens in Earth's atmosphere to cause weather is the focus of this beautifully designed volume. Fascinating facts about weather matters such as the water cycle, thunderstorms, and climate change are presented alongside absorbing, hands-on activities that reinforce key concepts.
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2016.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 2
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Color photographs, maps, and historical documents trace the events of the Holocaust, from the roots of Jewish persecution in Europe and the rise of National Socialism to the Final Solution and lasting impact of the Holocaust.
9) Pirates
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Presents information about the lives and deeds of pirates and buccaneers, and includes sixteen step-by-step projects inspired by the pirate's life, as well as a cross-section illustration of a pirate ship.
10) Vikings
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DK findout! Vikings is packed with surprising facts and amazing pictures of these medieval adventurers -- Back cover.
15) The Roman Empire
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[2009]
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Describes life in ancient Rome, including the clothes people wore, the entertainment they enjoyed, their favorite foods, and their feats of engineering. Includes a variety of projects.
16) Mesopotamia
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2007
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Takes a look at Mesopotamia, the cradle of civilization.
18) Knights
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[1998]
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Tells about the lives of knights throughout history while focusing on those of medieval times.
19) Eyewitness vote
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2008
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Presents the history of the election process from Roman times to the present day.