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Learn about the people and places that shaped Georgia's history.

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Martin Luther King Jr

Martin Luther King Jr

Walking in the Light

by Fishman, Jon M.

Book - 2019

Martin Luther King Jr. was an influential and inspiring leader of the Civil Rights Movement in the 1950s and 1960s. The minister and social activist won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964. Martin Luther King Jr. was an influential and inspiring leader of the Civil Rights Movement in the 1950s and 1960s. The minister and social activist won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964. Show less

Martin Luther King Jr. was an influential and inspiring leader of the Civil Rights Movement in the 1950s and 1960s. The minister and social activist won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964. Martin Luther King Jr. was an influential and inspiring leader of the Civil Rights Movement in the 1950s and 1960s. The minister and social activist won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964. Show less

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Exploring the Georgia Colony

Exploring the Georgia Colony

by Hall, Brianna

Book - 2017

Explores the people, places, and history of the Georgia Colony. Explores the people, places, and history of the Georgia Colony. Show less

Explores the people, places, and history of the Georgia Colony. Explores the people, places, and history of the Georgia Colony. Show less

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Here Come the Girl Scouts!

Here Come the Girl Scouts!

The Amazing All-true Story of Juliette "Daisy" Gordon Low and Her Great Adventure

by Corey, Shana

Book - 2012

The amazing, all-true story of the first Girl Scouts and their visionary founder. The amazing, all-true story of the first Girl Scouts and their visionary founder. Show less

The amazing, all-true story of the first Girl Scouts and their visionary founder. The amazing, all-true story of the first Girl Scouts and their visionary founder. Show less

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Atlanta Falcons

Atlanta Falcons

by Ervin, Phil

Book - 2017

Learn about the football team, Atlanta Falcon. Learn about the football team, Atlanta Falcon. Show less

Learn about the football team, Atlanta Falcon. Learn about the football team, Atlanta Falcon. Show less

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Coca-Cola

Coca-Cola

by Green, Sara

Book - 2016

Once a soft drink only served at soda fountains for 5 cents per glass, Coca-Cola can now be found anywhere. Who knew that one sparkling beverage could spa...Show more Once a soft drink only served at soda fountains for 5 cents per glass, Coca-Cola can now be found anywhere. Who knew that one sparkling beverage could spark such a bright future for this high demand brand? This title for young readers explores how one man created more than just Coca-Cola as the drink we know. This title includes: company timelines, marketing slogans, infographics, and fun facts Show less

Once a soft drink only served at soda fountains for 5 cents per glass, Coca-Cola can now be found anywhere. Who knew that one sparkling beverage could spa...Show more Once a soft drink only served at soda fountains for 5 cents per glass, Coca-Cola can now be found anywhere. Who knew that one sparkling beverage could spark such a bright future for this high demand brand? This title for young readers explores how one man created more than just Coca-Cola as the drink we know. This title includes: company timelines, marketing slogans, infographics, and fun facts Show less

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Georgia's Goods and Services

Georgia's Goods and Services

by Hill, Christina

Paperback - 2017

Shows various goods and services that Georgia has to offer. Shows various goods and services that Georgia has to offer. Show less

Shows various goods and services that Georgia has to offer. Shows various goods and services that Georgia has to offer. Show less

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James Oglethorpe

James Oglethorpe

by Pohl, Amelia J.

Book - 2008

A biography of the English founder and first governor of the colony of Georgia. A biography of the English founder and first governor of the colony of Georgia. Show less

A biography of the English founder and first governor of the colony of Georgia. A biography of the English founder and first governor of the colony of Georgia. Show less

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Martin Luther King Jr

Martin Luther King Jr

by Nagelhout, Ryan

Book - 2016

When Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated on April 4, 1968, in Memphis, Tennessee, the world mourned. Though just 39, King's work in the civil rights m...Show more When Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated on April 4, 1968, in Memphis, Tennessee, the world mourned. Though just 39, King's work in the civil rights movement had already transformed American and world history. Readers will come to understand the gravity of King's sacrifice as well as discover surprising information, such as an early assassination attempt and an FBI investigation. Historical photographs and interesting sidebars add to the depth of this comprehensive look at one of the greatest heroes of black history. Show less

When Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated on April 4, 1968, in Memphis, Tennessee, the world mourned. Though just 39, King's work in the civil rights m...Show more When Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated on April 4, 1968, in Memphis, Tennessee, the world mourned. Though just 39, King's work in the civil rights movement had already transformed American and world history. Readers will come to understand the gravity of King's sacrifice as well as discover surprising information, such as an early assassination attempt and an FBI investigation. Historical photographs and interesting sidebars add to the depth of this comprehensive look at one of the greatest heroes of black history. Show less

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12 Questions About the Indian Removal Act

12 Questions About the Indian Removal Act

by Dils, Tracey E

Book - 2017

Tells the story behind the law that forced thousands of American Indians out of their ancestral homelands. Each spread provides information about the cont...Show more Tells the story behind the law that forced thousands of American Indians out of their ancestral homelands. Each spread provides information about the context, wording, and lasting effects of the document paired with interesting sidebars, questions to consider, and historical images. Show less

Tells the story behind the law that forced thousands of American Indians out of their ancestral homelands. Each spread provides information about the cont...Show more Tells the story behind the law that forced thousands of American Indians out of their ancestral homelands. Each spread provides information about the context, wording, and lasting effects of the document paired with interesting sidebars, questions to consider, and historical images. Show less

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Delivering Justice

Delivering Justice

W.W. Law and the Fight for Civil Rights

by Haskins, James

Book - 2005

Presents the life of W.W. Law, an NAACP activist, whose efforts to register black voters, and lead a successful business boycott resulted in Savannah, Georgia being the first city in the south to end racial discrimination. Presents the life of W.W. Law, an NAACP activist, whose efforts to register black voters, and lead a successful business boycott resulted in Savannah, Georgia being the first city in the south to end racial discrimination. Show less

Presents the life of W.W. Law, an NAACP activist, whose efforts to register black voters, and lead a successful business boycott resulted in Savannah, Georgia being the first city in the south to end racial discrimination. Presents the life of W.W. Law, an NAACP activist, whose efforts to register black voters, and lead a successful business boycott resulted in Savannah, Georgia being the first city in the south to end racial discrimination. Show less

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Leaping Lily

Leaping Lily

A Story About Georgia

by Dolphin, Colleen

Book - 2010

This fun combination of original fable and factual information introduces young readers to the state of Georgia through an entertaining and educational story based on the state symbols, history and geography. This fun combination of original fable and factual information introduces young readers to the state of Georgia through an entertaining and educational story based on the state symbols, history and geography. Show less

This fun combination of original fable and factual information introduces young readers to the state of Georgia through an entertaining and educational story based on the state symbols, history and geography. This fun combination of original fable and factual information introduces young readers to the state of Georgia through an entertaining and educational story based on the state symbols, history and geography. Show less

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The Cherokee

The Cherokee

by Roberts, Russell

Book - 2016

The Cherokees lived primarily in the southeastern United States as farmers and hunters. As white settlers pushed deeper and deeper onto their lands, the C...Show more The Cherokees lived primarily in the southeastern United States as farmers and hunters. As white settlers pushed deeper and deeper onto their lands, the Cherokees signed numerous treaties that surrendered more of their land in exchange for the right to live peacefully. The Cherokees even embraced many white ways, such as writing a constitution based on the U.S. Constitution and creating an alphabet, in an attempt to blend in. However, nothing they did was ever enough, and all their efforts finally led to one shattering conclusion: the Trail of Tears. Show less

The Cherokees lived primarily in the southeastern United States as farmers and hunters. As white settlers pushed deeper and deeper onto their lands, the C...Show more The Cherokees lived primarily in the southeastern United States as farmers and hunters. As white settlers pushed deeper and deeper onto their lands, the Cherokees signed numerous treaties that surrendered more of their land in exchange for the right to live peacefully. The Cherokees even embraced many white ways, such as writing a constitution based on the U.S. Constitution and creating an alphabet, in an attempt to blend in. However, nothing they did was ever enough, and all their efforts finally led to one shattering conclusion: the Trail of Tears. Show less

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First Girl Scout

First Girl Scout

The Life of Juliette Gordon Low

by Wadsworth, Ginger

Book - 2012

Juliette (Daisy) Gordon Low was a remarkable woman with ideas that were ahead of her time. She witnessed important eras in U.S. history, from the Civil Wa...Show more Juliette (Daisy) Gordon Low was a remarkable woman with ideas that were ahead of her time. She witnessed important eras in U.S. history, from the Civil War and Reconstruction to westward expansion to post-World War I. And she made history by founding the first national organization to bring girls from all backgrounds into the out-of-doors. Show less

Juliette (Daisy) Gordon Low was a remarkable woman with ideas that were ahead of her time. She witnessed important eras in U.S. history, from the Civil Wa...Show more Juliette (Daisy) Gordon Low was a remarkable woman with ideas that were ahead of her time. She witnessed important eras in U.S. history, from the Civil War and Reconstruction to westward expansion to post-World War I. And she made history by founding the first national organization to bring girls from all backgrounds into the out-of-doors. Show less

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Hard Work, but It's Worth It

Hard Work, but It's Worth It

The Life of Jimmy Carter

by Hegedus, Bethany

Book - 2020

he first picture book about the inspiring life of humanitarian Jimmy Carter, the thirty-ninth president of the United States and a Nobel Prize winner. Eve...Show more he first picture book about the inspiring life of humanitarian Jimmy Carter, the thirty-ninth president of the United States and a Nobel Prize winner. Even before Jimmy Carter became president, he knew the value of hard work. Living on his family's peanut farm, Jimmy saw how hard work yielded strong results. Jimmy has worked to make change for all people, devoting decades to public service and becoming one of the most respected humanitarians of our time." provided by publisher. Show less

he first picture book about the inspiring life of humanitarian Jimmy Carter, the thirty-ninth president of the United States and a Nobel Prize winner. Eve...Show more he first picture book about the inspiring life of humanitarian Jimmy Carter, the thirty-ninth president of the United States and a Nobel Prize winner. Even before Jimmy Carter became president, he knew the value of hard work. Living on his family's peanut farm, Jimmy saw how hard work yielded strong results. Jimmy has worked to make change for all people, devoting decades to public service and becoming one of the most respected humanitarians of our time." provided by publisher. Show less

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Celebrating Georgia

Celebrating Georgia

by Kurtz, Jane

Paperback - 2015

Mr. Geo explores Georgia, examining the state's history, geography, museums, and sporting events, with various learning activities and fast facts about the state. Mr. Geo explores Georgia, examining the state's history, geography, museums, and sporting events, with various learning activities and fast facts about the state. Show less

Mr. Geo explores Georgia, examining the state's history, geography, museums, and sporting events, with various learning activities and fast facts about the state. Mr. Geo explores Georgia, examining the state's history, geography, museums, and sporting events, with various learning activities and fast facts about the state. Show less

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Dare to Dream

Dare to Dream

Coretta Scott King and the Civil Rights Movement

by Medearis, Angela Shelf

Book - 1994

Dare to Dream chronicles the vision and life of Coretta Scott King, wife of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and provides young readers with a clear, concise c...Show more Dare to Dream chronicles the vision and life of Coretta Scott King, wife of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and provides young readers with a clear, concise chronology of the civil rights movement. Through years of turmoil and violent hatred that deprived a movement of its greatest leader, Coretta Scott King has remained a lasting figure of peace and harmony. Show less

Dare to Dream chronicles the vision and life of Coretta Scott King, wife of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and provides young readers with a clear, concise c...Show more Dare to Dream chronicles the vision and life of Coretta Scott King, wife of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and provides young readers with a clear, concise chronology of the civil rights movement. Through years of turmoil and violent hatred that deprived a movement of its greatest leader, Coretta Scott King has remained a lasting figure of peace and harmony. Show less

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