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• Georgia

  Lawler, Margaret,

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  From learning about human history in the region at Etowah Mounds State Historic Site to visiting the capital city of Atlanta, there's a lot to see and do in Georgia. This book introduces the state's history, geography, climate, economy,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Martin Luther King Jr.

  Walking in the Light

  Fishman, Jon M.

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  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.

• Exploring the Georgia Colony

  Hall, Brianna,

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

• Atlanta Braves

  Goodman, Michael E.,

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  Hit a home run with reading "rookies" in this franchise history of the Atlanta Braves' World Series wins and losses. Approachable, elementary text and engaging photos explain the professional baseball team's records and memorable MLB…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Here Come the Girl Scouts!

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

  Corey, Shana

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

• Coca-Cola

  Green, Sara, 1964-

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  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…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Georgia's Goods and Services

  Hill, Christina (Christina L. M.)

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  Shows various goods and services that Georgia has to offer.

• Atlanta Falcons

  Anderson, Josh,

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  A simple but fact-packed overview of the Atlanta Falcons football team, covering their origins, their home stadium, their mascot, famous players and coaches, and well-known plays throughout the team's history.

• James Oglethorpe

  Pohl, Amelia J., 1984-

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

• Martin Luther King Jr.

  Nagelhout, Ryan,

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  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…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• 12 Questions About the Indian Removal Act

  Dils, Tracey E,

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  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,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Delivering Justice

  W.W. Law and the Fight for Civil Rights

  Haskins, James, 1941-2005

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  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.

• Leaping Lily

  a Story About Georgia

  Dolphin, Colleen, 1979-

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  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.

• Jimmy Carter

  Haldy, Emma E.

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  This book examines the life of Jimmy Carter in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills.

• The Cherokee

  Roberts, Russell,

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  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…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• First Girl Scout

  the Life of Juliette Gordon Low

  Wadsworth, Ginger

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  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…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Celebrating Georgia

  Kurtz, Jane

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

• Dare to Dream

  Coretta Scott King and the Civil Rights Movement

  Medearis, Angela Shelf, 1956-

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  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…Read moreRead more of this annotation