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1) Afghanistan
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[2023]
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English
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Afghanistan illuminates this largely arid country's geography, plants and animals, and agriculture; it also addresses the long struggle to become an independent nation and conflicts connected to the rise of the Taliban.
2) India
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Pub. Date
[2023]
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English
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India is a vast nation with a very large population. The country stretches from the western Arabian Sea to the eastern Bay of Bengal and borders several countries, including Pakistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, and China. With extreme terrains and temperatures, India stretches out from the deserts of the south to the Himalayas of the north. The country is a traditional agricultural society, but is also a fast-growing worldwide tech center. India has...
3) Pakistan
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Pub. Date
[2023]
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English
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Pakistan is located in a part of the world that has great strategic importance. About twice the size of California and bordering the countries of Afghanistan, China, India, and Iran, Pakistan is located in an area considered to be a cradle of civilization that dates back to the Stone Age. In fact, Pakistan's Indus Valley civilization is one of the earliest known examples of prehistoric peoples. Today, Pakistan is proud of several UNESCO sites that...
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Scaredy Squirrel volume 7
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
Afraid of camping, Scaredy Squirrel decides to watch television instead but quickly realizes he needs to plug his television into an outlet, so he makes a plan to brave the great outdoors.
5) Saudi Arabia
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2024.
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English
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"Saudi Arabia is known for its oil, but readers go beyond the basics in this detailed guide to the history, people, and culture of one of the most powerful countries in the Middle East. Detailed chapters filled with full-color photographs focus on essential elements of life in Saudi Arabia-from its economy and government to its language, festivals, and food. Readers also discover the history of this nation and how that has influenced its present....
6) Monaco
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Pub. Date
2022.
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English
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"Monaco has long been known for its wealth. Readers discover the beautiful views, bustling casinos, and historic reputation that has made this small sovereign city-state one of the most well-known tourist destinations on Earth. Stunning photographs of Monaco and the people who call it home are paired with informative text that details the history, lifestyle, and culture of this magical spot on the French Riviera. Fact-filled sidebars provide additional...
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[2024]
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English
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"Find out about some of the 9,500 species of birds that live in a huge range of habitats, from deserts and rainforests to the polar ice caps. As well as finding out about different orders of birds, take a detailed look at individual feathers and beak shapes, and explore behavior, from fish- and meat-eaters to seed- and plant-eaters. Witness the breathtaking moment when a chick hatches from its egg and watch as the young birds grow in their nest to...
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[2024]
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English
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"This title looks at sports world records and gives information related to the types of records broken and the athletes who have earned them. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simple text, a glossary, and an index"--Provided by publisher.
9) Sharks
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Pub. Date
[2023]
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English
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"This early encyclopedia introduces readers to many different shark species. From the massive whale shark to the fierce great white, every shark is special in its own way. This book highlights each shark's appearance, behavior, and range. It also features a chart showing the ocean depths in which the animal can be found. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....
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2024.
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English
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"According to the narrator of this book, a unicorn, a dinosaur, and a shark were riding a bicycle. But they say that's not true, and they just want to take a load off for once. They're tired of being told what to do by the bossy storyteller! And who is a reader supposed to believe, anyway--a book's narrator or its characters?"--Book jacket.
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