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Our Stories
- From early times people were determined to communicate. They drew pictures in clay and on cave walls. They invented an alphabet that could record information. People wanted their ideas and experiences to live on. They still do.
- Nothing Ever Happens on 90th Street
- Breaking Through
- A Life in Words
- LAFFF
- The Case of the Phantom Poet

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Ancient Civilizations
- Studying ancient civilizations tells us how people lived long ago. But that is not all. It tells us how people developed and changed, how they made discoveries and what they did with them. This information can help us learn more about ourselves.
- The Emperor’s Silent Army
- Daily Life in Ancient Greece
- These Walls Can Talk
- Lost City: The Discovery of Machu Picchu
- The Magic Gourd

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A Question of Values
- The culture of a people includes their customs, language, and beliefs. The values that are shared within a culture tell us more about them. They tell us what is important and what should be preserved for future generations.
- Juan Verdades
- Rumpelstiltskin’s Daughter
- Saving Grace
- Ta-Na-E-Ka
- Honus and Me

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Achieving Dreams
- There are times when we all need help to achieve our dreams. We rely on our families, our friends, our teachers and coaches. Organizations, foundations, and volunteers help too. They are experts at helping others achieve their dreams.
- Seeing Things His Own Way
- Major Taylor: Champion Cyclist
- Take a Bow
- Leonardo’s Horse
- How Tía Lola Came to Stay

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Our Incredible Earth
- Earth is always changing. Waves and weather change Earth. Earthquakes, volcanoes, and hurricanes are natural disasters that play a big role in changing Earth. They change the very surface of the planet.
- Volcanoes
- The Dog of Pompeii
- The Big One
- Icebergs and Glaciers
- Exploring the Titanic

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Rescue 9-1-1
- Earthquakes, volcanoes, and other natural events can mean dangerous situations. Being prepared is the best way to stay safe. Making sure that you are aware of what help is available and where help can be found are good ideas too.
- Summer of the Swans
- Interrupted Journey
- Building Green
- The Great Serum Race
- The Great Fire

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