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The rights of a nation's citizens are civil rights. In the 1950s and 1960s, black Americans organized a movement to demand these rights, including equal education, the right to vote, and many other freedoms. This significant and accessible volume takes readers through the key events of the movement, including its victories and disappointments. Central figures such as Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X are featured, and a timeline helps readers...
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Most people have at least seen a snowstorm on television, but imagine a storm of dust instead of snow. These were called "black blizzards" in the Dust Bowl, which was the name for the Great Plains of the United States during the 1930s. Readers will learn what transformed green farmland and lush grassland into a disaster area, forcing thousands to leave, and finally how the land was restored. Stunning photographs reflect the conditions, while Make...
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"The Panama Canal is only about 40 miles (64 km) long. But this narrow channel connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans and saves ocean vessels from going around South America--about a 9,000-mile (14,480 km) journey! Readers will learn all about the canal's creation, how the United States became involved, and about the 40,000 people who worked on it over 10 years. They'll especially appreciate the amazing photographs of construction from the early...
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"The Great Depression was a terrible time in the United States. Americans had never known such hunger and poverty--and this crisis lasted 10 years. What happened to cause this catastrophe, how it finally ended, and the lasting effects it had on the nation are all addressed in this invaluable look at a critical period in US history. Engaging and accessible text is supported by striking historical images and interesting fact boxes. A timeline summarizes...
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