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The Story of Matthew Henson, Co-Discoverer of the North Pole

by Deborah Hopkinson ...

Illustrated by Stephen Alcorn ...

This stunning picture book offers a riveting account of African American explorer Matthew Henson's 1909 journey to the North Pole with Admiral Peary.Matthew Henson was born just after the Civil War, a time when slavery had been abolished, but few opportunities were available for Black people. As a child, Henson exhibited a yearning for adventure, embarking at age thirteen on a five-year voyage ... Read more

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This stunning picture book offers a riveting account of African American explorer Matthew Henson's 1909 journey to the North Pole with Admiral Peary.Matthew Henson was born just after the Civil War, a time when slavery had been abolished, but few opportunities were available for Black people. As a child, Henson exhibited a yearning for adventure, embarking at age thirteen on a five-year voyage
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Yours for Justice, Ida B. Wells

The Daring Life of a Crusading Journalist

by Philip Dray ...

Illustrated by Stephen Alcorn ...

The award-winning picture book tells the inspirational story of journalist Ida B. Wells and her crusade for justice and civil rights. A must-have for American, Black, and women's history collections.In 1863, when Ida B. Wells was not yet two years old, the Emancipation Proclamation freed her from the bond of slavery. Blessed with a strong will, an eager mind, and a deep belief in America's promise ... Read more

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The award-winning picture book tells the inspirational story of journalist Ida B. Wells and her crusade for justice and civil rights. A must-have for American, Black, and women's history collections.In 1863, when Ida B. Wells was not yet two years old, the Emancipation Proclamation freed her from the bond of slavery. Blessed with a strong will, an eager mind, and a deep belief in America's promise
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Peary to the Pole

by Walter Lord ...

Explorer Robert E. Peary's quest for the North Pole—a true Arctic adventure from the #1 New York Times –bestselling author of A Night to Remember ."A master narrator." —Arthur Schlesinger, Jr.On March 1, 1909, only 413 miles of formidable ice separated Robert E. Peary from realizing his lifelong dream of becoming the first man to set foot on the North Po... ... Read more

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Explorer Robert E. Peary's quest for the North Pole—a true Arctic adventure from the #1 New York Times –bestselling author of A Night to Remember ."A master narrator." —Arthur Schlesinger, Jr.On March 1, 1909, only 413 miles of formidable ice separated Robert E. Peary from realizing his lifelong dream of becoming the first man to set foot on the North Po...
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Who Was Ernest Shackleton?

Illustrated by Max Hergenrother ...

by Who HQ, James Buckley Jr. ...

Series series Who Was?
As a boy he preferred reading sea stories to doing homework and, at age 16, became an apprentice seaman. Subsequently, Ernest Shackleton’s incredible journeys to the South Pole in the early 1900s made him one of the most famous explorers of modern times. His courage in the face of dangerous conditions and unforeseeable tragedies reveal the great leader that he was. His historic 1914 journey aboard ... Read more

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As a boy he preferred reading sea stories to doing homework and, at age 16, became an apprentice seaman. Subsequently, Ernest Shackleton’s incredible journeys to the South Pole in the early 1900s made him one of the most famous explorers of modern times. His courage in the face of dangerous conditions and unforeseeable tragedies reveal the great leader that he was. His historic 1914 journey aboard
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Ice Wreck

by Lucille Recht Penner ...

Series series Totally True Adventures
Shackleton’s Antarctic journey took courage and perseverance. Now his story is told in a full-color early chapter book!In 1914, Ernest Shackleton and his crew set out for the South Pole. They never made it. Within sight of land, the ship ran into dangerous waters filled with chunks of ice. Then the sea froze around them! There was no hope of rescue. Could Shackleton find a way to save himself and ... Read more

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Shackleton’s Antarctic journey took courage and perseverance. Now his story is told in a full-color early chapter book!In 1914, Ernest Shackleton and his crew set out for the South Pole. They never made it. Within sight of land, the ship ran into dangerous waters filled with chunks of ice. Then the sea froze around them! There was no hope of rescue. Could Shackleton find a way to save himself and
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A Journey with Henry Hudson

by Laura Hamilton Waxman ...

Series series Primary Source Explorers
In 1607, Henry Hudson set sail in search of the Northwest Passage. He turned up empty-handed after two attempts. The following year, the Dutch East India Company hired him to find the Northeast Passage. This journey, too, ended in frustration. In 1610 Hudson made a final attempt—but in 1611 his crew staged a mutiny and left him to die. Hudson did become the first European to sail up the Hudson ... Read more

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In 1607, Henry Hudson set sail in search of the Northwest Passage. He turned up empty-handed after two attempts. The following year, the Dutch East India Company hired him to find the Northeast Passage. This journey, too, ended in frustration. In 1610 Hudson made a final attempt—but in 1611 his crew staged a mutiny and left him to die. Hudson did become the first European to sail up the Hudson
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Adventures of Jesus in 21st Century (Jesus Story Book 1)

by Thomas Carter ...

Imagine what will happen if Jesus were to come down to Earth in the 21st Century...This book encases the vivid adventures of Jesus in a very funny and simple manner which kids will love.In this book, Jesus comes down to Earth in the 21st century and starts working on spreading happiness among people... In this book, we see his quest to help a man and help him change his outlook towards life and ... Read more

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Imagine what will happen if Jesus were to come down to Earth in the 21st Century...This book encases the vivid adventures of Jesus in a very funny and simple manner which kids will love.In this book, Jesus comes down to Earth in the 21st century and starts working on spreading happiness among people... In this book, we see his quest to help a man and help him change his outlook towards life and
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The Vanished Northwest Passage Arctic Expedition

by Lisa M. Bolt Simons ...

Illustrated by Eugene Smith ...

Series series Deadly Expeditions
In 1845, Sir John Franklin commanded two ships on an expedition to find a Northwest Passage from England through the Arctic and over to Asia. If successful, the route would be a faster way to get goods from Asia to Europe and back. But success was not in the cards for Franklin’s expedition. Only recently, the sunken ships were discovered in the icy Arctic waters. What happened to Franklin and his ... Read more

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In 1845, Sir John Franklin commanded two ships on an expedition to find a Northwest Passage from England through the Arctic and over to Asia. If successful, the route would be a faster way to get goods from Asia to Europe and back. But success was not in the cards for Franklin’s expedition. Only recently, the sunken ships were discovered in the icy Arctic waters. What happened to Franklin and his
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Robert F. Scott

British Explorer of the South Pole

by John Riddle ...

Robert F. Scott led two British Navy missions to explore Antarctica, each one lasting several years. On his second trip to the Antarctic, Scott and his team made it to the South Pole, but they found a group from Norway had beaten them to it. Though Scott and his team died in the cold on the way back from the South Pole, the British Navy officer and explorer is remembered today for his brave and ... Read more

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Robert F. Scott led two British Navy missions to explore Antarctica, each one lasting several years. On his second trip to the Antarctic, Scott and his team made it to the South Pole, but they found a group from Norway had beaten them to it. Though Scott and his team died in the cold on the way back from the South Pole, the British Navy officer and explorer is remembered today for his brave and
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The Thanksgiving Story

by Alice Dalgliesh ...

Illustrated by Helen Sewell ...

In this festive Caldecott Honor–winning picture book, Alice Dalgiesh brings to life the origin of the Thanksgiving holiday for readers of all ages.Giles, Constance, and Damaris Hopkins are all passengers aboard the crowded Mayflower, journeying to the New World to start a new life. Things get a little more cramped when their baby brother Oceanus is born during the passage.But when they arrive, ... Read more

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In this festive Caldecott Honor–winning picture book, Alice Dalgiesh brings to life the origin of the Thanksgiving holiday for readers of all ages.Giles, Constance, and Damaris Hopkins are all passengers aboard the crowded Mayflower, journeying to the New World to start a new life. Things get a little more cramped when their baby brother Oceanus is born during the passage.But when they arrive,
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Most Perfect You

by Jazmyn Simon ...

Illustrated by Tamisha Anthony ...

Jazmyn Simon's debut is a moving love letter to children struggling to accept themselves inside and out—exactly as they are. This gorgeous picture book was inspired by a conversation between the author and her daughter.I was shown all the smiles in the entire world. I looked at all of the many bright smiles until I found my favorite: your smile.After comparing herself to other little girls, Irie ... Read more

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Jazmyn Simon's debut is a moving love letter to children struggling to accept themselves inside and out—exactly as they are. This gorgeous picture book was inspired by a conversation between the author and her daughter.I was shown all the smiles in the entire world. I looked at all of the many bright smiles until I found my favorite: your smile.After comparing herself to other little girls, Irie
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The Deadly Race to the South Pole

by John Micklos Jr. ...

Illustrated by Paul McCaffrey ...

Series series Deadly Expeditions
In 1910, Sir Robert Falcon Scott led a team of Englishmen racing to be the first people to reach the South Pole. Amidst frigid temperatures and raging winds, Scott and four others made it to the pole only to find that another team had gotten there first. Low on morale and facing ever-plunging temperatures, the trek home would prove a harrowing task. Find out if Scott and his men ever made it back ... Read more

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In 1910, Sir Robert Falcon Scott led a team of Englishmen racing to be the first people to reach the South Pole. Amidst frigid temperatures and raging winds, Scott and four others made it to the pole only to find that another team had gotten there first. Low on morale and facing ever-plunging temperatures, the trek home would prove a harrowing task. Find out if Scott and his men ever made it back
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