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Butterflies were once thought to be "beasts of the devil." Maria Merian, a perceptive young German naturalist, knew better.
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Many years ago in California, an energetic young Girl Scout named Dolores worked to raise money for soldiers fighting in World War II. A thoughtful young boy named Cesar worked in the fields to help his family put food on the table.
Susan Eddy presents an engaging introduction to the life of Cesar Chavez for beginning readers. The accompanying photographs depict Chavez throughout his life, as well as scenes of farmworkers of all ages in the fields.
This in-depth portrayal of Cesar Chavez and the Delano Grape Strike begins with an introduction to California's agricultural industry and the little-known history of diverse migrant farmworkers (Chinese, Japanese, and Filipino) the industry relied upon
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"Part of the On My Own Biography series, this simple, dramatic picture book combines the history of the migrant farm workers' struggle with Chavez's personal story…A good way to introduce children to the hero and to the issues." — Booklist
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"The selfless struggles of labor leader Chavez are given a tempered and lucid treatment in this educational overview… The characters are drawn in an intentionally stiff style that fits with the depth-challenged folk art backgrounds, most of which are d
This biography of Cesar Chavez highlights important events in the civil rights' leader's life, as well as numerous photos to accompany the text. The well-organized, engaging format will appeal to students who are ready for independent reading.
When rebel soldiers attack his village in Sudan, 11-year-old Salva flees the violence, beginning a dangerous walk toward a crowded refugee camp in Ethiopia, then on to new life in Rochester, New York.
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Poems introduce sea creatures and their habitats using different poetic forms (e.g., concrete, for two voices). Factual information is provided with each poem.
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Though first written in the 19th century, Robert Louis Stevenson's poems still resonate with contemporary readers of all ages.