Wendie C. Old

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English

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Every February 2nd, people in the United States wait to see if Punxsutawney Phil, a groundhog living in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, will see his shadow and predict six more weeks of cold weather. But how can a groundhog predict the weather? And if it's winter, shouldn't he be hibernating? Are such predictions really accurate? Why is February 2nd so special? And do other groundhogs predict the weather?

2) The Halloween book of facts & fun

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Language

English

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Explains the historical background of Halloween and provides tips for celebrating Halloween safely.

3) To fly: the story of the Wright brothers

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Publisher

Clarion Books

Pub. Date

c2002

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English

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Traces the work that the two Wright brothers did together to develop the first machine-powered aircraft.

4) The Wright brothers: aviation pioneers and inventors

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Historical American biographies
Legendary American Biographies

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English

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"Traces the path of the Wright Brothers as they pursued their dream of changing the world of aviation."--

5) The life of Duke Ellington: giant of jazz

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Legendary African Americans

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Language

English

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Examines the life and career of the talented jazz composer, bandleader, and pianist, from his childhood in Washington, D.C., through his battle against racism, to his influence on the world of jazz.

6) The life of Louis Armstrong: king of jazz

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Legendary African Americans

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Language

English

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"Music has been in my blood from the day I was born," said Louis Armstrong. Author Wendie C. Old weaves a rich, colorful tapestry of the life of this beloved and brilliant musician known to his fans as Satchmo. Louis Armstrong rose from poverty and a troubled childhood to set the music world on fire with his lively trumpet playing and trademark raspy singing voice. With a natural talent for showmanship, Armstrong won fame while touring around the...

7) George Washington

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Series

United States presidents

Publisher

Enslow Publishers

Pub. Date

1997

Language

English

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