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This book follows the life of Jim Bowie from his childhood on the American frontier to his courageous death at the Alamo. Highlighting the spirit of adventure that led Bowie to Mexico and involved him in the war for Texas independence, author Ann Graham Gaines examines the personal side of this legendary frontiersman.

The Internet has a wealth of information. And there are many quick ways to get answers. But, students must know how to perform real research on the Internet. Using clear and concise text with descriptive examples, this book shows readers how to perform their own research and teaches them skills for citing their sources as well as figuring out which ones seem reliable. Full-color photos, quick facts, and sidebars help students understand Internet research better, while the glossary reinforces new vocabulary. A Further Reading section inspires further research.

Despite the availability of the Internet, the library is still an important place for research. Through clear text and full-color photos, readers will learn how to conduct research in the library and the media center, as well as how to make the best use of their time. Activities will encourage familiarity with the library while fast facts and sidebars will help student grasp new concepts. A glossary reinforces new vocabulary, and a Further Reading section inspires further research.

Students start writing research papers at a young age and continue to do so throughout the course of their education. But writing a research paper may not be as easy as it seems. Through easy-to follow instructions, examples, and clear text, student will learn how to write a research paper and cite their sources. Quick facts, activities, and sidebars help make the concept of research clearer for the reader. The glossary reinforces new vocabulary, while Further Reading encourages further exploration into the topic.

Introduce your young learners to the North Carolina''s history, going back to the pre-European era; moving through early colonialism, agrarian society, the Civil War, industrialization, and the civil rights movement; and ending with the current events that shape the state today. Over the course of five chapters, readers encounter the geography, history, people, economy, and government of the Tar Heel State. African American and Native American histories and contributions are explored.

This book explores the geography, climate, history, people, government, and economy of North Carolina. All books in the It''s My State! ® series are the definitive research tool for readers looking to know the ins and outs of a specific state, including comprehensive coverage of its history, people, culture, geography, economy and government.

The titles in this popular series includes a variety of features that will help students learn about the state of the Aloha State. All books in the It''s My State! ® series are the definitive research tool for readers looking to know the ins and outs of a specific state, including comprehensive coverage of its history, people, culture, geography, economy and government.

This book explores the geography, climate, history, people, government, and economy of Kentucky. All books in the It''s My State! ® series are the definitive research tool for readers looking to know the ins and outs of a specific state, including comprehensive coverage of its history, people, culture, geography, economy and government.

This book explores the geography, climate, history, people, government, and economy of Mississippi. All books in the It''s My State! ® series are the definitive research tool for readers looking to know the ins and outs of a specific state, including comprehensive coverage of its history, people, culture, geography, economy and government.

This book explores the geography, climate, history, people, government, and economy of North Carolina. All books in the It''s My State! ® series are the definitive research tool for readers looking to know the ins and outs of a specific state, including comprehensive coverage of its history, people, culture, geography, economy and government.

This comprehensive book outlines the geography, history, people, government, and economy of Hawaii. Lists of key people, events, cities, plants and animals, and political figures, plus fact boxes and quotes, provide easily accessible information that is supplemented by activities such as crafts, recipes, and a map quiz. Historic photographs, artwork, and other images enhance the narrative.

Young readers explore the geography, climate, history, people, government, and economy of Kentucky. The third edition of this popular series provides lists of key people, sites, cities, plants and animals, political figures, industries, and events in the Bluegrass State.

This fun volume surveys the history, geography, government, and economy of Mississippi, as well as the diverse ways of life of its people. Lists of key people, events, cities, plants and animals, and political figures, plus fact boxes and quotes, provide easily accessible information that is supplemented by activities such as crafts, recipes, and a map quiz.