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1) Ivanhoe
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Ivanhoe, a trusted ally of Richard-the-Lion-Hearted, returns from the Crusades to reclaim the inheritance his father denied him. Rebecca, a vibrant, beautiful Jewish woman is defended by Ivanhoe against a charge of witchcraft--but it is Lady Rowena who is Ivanhoe's true love. The wicked Prince John plots to usurp England's throne, but two of the most popular heroes in all of English literature, Richard-the-Lion-Hearted and the well-loved famous outlaw,...
3) Sea birds
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Brief descriptions of birds who live near or on the sea. Includes penguins, gulls, albatrosses, auks, and others.
4) Chess
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Color-coded pages teach chess basics, give instructions on making a chess set and board, and provide a chess quiz.
10) Puppies & dogs
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A guide to having a dog for a pet, from choosing it to training and caring for it.
11) Water
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Discusses the many aspects of water, such as flotation; steam; the water cycle; groundwater; oceans; water in the body, home, and industry; and water power. Includes a glossary, facts, and reference material.
12) Conquerors
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Brief accounts of the exploits of nineteen leaders, including Alexander the Great, Cortez, and Napoleon, who, through intelligence and determination, and, in some cases, ruthlessness, victoriously expanded their territories.
14) Man and the moon
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Presents facts about the moon's physical makeup and orbit, and explores man's fascination with this celestial body that culminated in lunar landings.
15) Metals
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Discusses the properties, sources, and uses of metals including mining and refining methods. Contains glossary and reference material.
17) The Rio Grande
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Introduces the scenery, history, animals, and plants of the Rio Grande and its valley.
20) Clocks and time
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Defines time and examines the many ways people have devised to measure its passage. Includes a variety of experiments that help explain the different aspects of time.