Amanda Peterson
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Series
Language
English
Description
The Civil War was a bloody four-year battle. Follow the war from the first shots fired on Fort Sumter to General Lee's surrender at Appomattox, and see how America's War Between the States unfolded. Meets Common Core standards for analyzing chronology text structures.
Author
Publisher
Capstone
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
The Shetland pony may be small, but it's tough. In the 1800s, these ponies worked pulling heavy carts full of coal in mines. Today the Shetland's gentle personality makes it a favorite children's pony around the world. From jumping events to pulling carts, these ponies can do it all!
Author
Publisher
Capstone
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
No other horse breed reminds people of the American West like the American quarter horse. Settlers once used these willing workers on their farms and ranches. Owners soon discovered these quick horses were also good at racing. It's easy to see why this calm, all-around horse became the world's most popular breed.
4) Explorers
Publisher
Paramount Pictures
Pub. Date
1985.
Language
English
Description
In their makeshift laboratory, three boys (Ethan Hawke, River Phoenix and Jason Presson) use an amazing discovery and their ingenuity to build their own spaceship and launch themselves on a fantastic interplanetary journey. Nominated for Best Make-Up and Best Special Effects at the **Academy of Science Fictions & Horror Movies.** *"It looks terrific, moves along at a gallop, and is marvelously good natured." - Geoff Andrew, **Time Out***
5) Explorers
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Language
English
Description
The visionary dreams of three curious and adventuresome young boys become an exciting reality in Explorers, the action-fantasy from acclaimed director Joe Dante (Gremlins), who combines keen humor, warmth and fantasy with unexpected twists. In their makeshift laboratory, the boys use an amazing discovery and their ingenuity to build their own spaceship and launch themselves on a fantastic interplanetary journey. A galaxy of adventure for the whole...