Ann Graham Gaines's Books

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.

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.

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.

Readers will learn how to research, take notes, write, and revise their research papers"--Provided by publisher.

What dog should I choose? Dogs come in all different sizes and colors. Some are big, while some are small. Some like to play, while others like to cuddle. This book can help you pick the pet that is best for you and your family. The American Humane Association has approved the top 10 dogs, which are listed alphabetically.

Is a reptile or amphibian the right pet for me? Some reptiles can be held, while many amphibians are just for watching. Some eat plants, while others need meat. This book can help you pick the pet that is best for you and your family. The American Humane Association has approved the top 10 reptiles and amphibians, which are listed alphabetically.

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 photos, artwork, and other images enhance the text.

What kind of small mammal should I choose? Rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and other small mammals may all be cute and fuzzy, but each animal is special. The American Humane Association has approved the top 10 small mammals, which are listed alphabetically.

Readers will learn what the internet is, and how to do effective research while staying safe online"--Provided by publisher.

Readers will learn about both the regular and electronic research materials available at the library"--Provided by publisher.

An easy-to-use source of quick and reliable information, Its My State! helps young readers identify what is common to and unique about individual states across America.

Surveys the history, geography, economy, and people of Hawaii"--Provided by publisher.

Learn about the life of the famous driver.

The third edition of this popular series is updated with a variety of features that will help students learn about the state of Mississippi. This comprehensive book outlines the geography, history, people, government, and economy of the state. 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 photos, artwork, and other images enhance the text.

An easy-to-use source of quick and reliable information, It's My State helps young readers identify what is common to and unique about individual states across America. Of special interest is the liberal use of the real words of actual state residents -- both famous and ordinary, historical and contemporary. Fully illustrated with captioned photographs and easy-to-read icons, each book in the series provides a broad overview of the state in question, from a concise geography and detailed history to a discussion of its government and economy. Also provided are abundant key facts, figures, people and dates; information about plants and animals as well as products and resources; a calendar of events; an historical timeline; and much more.Beginning with California, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York and Texas, It's My State will prove invaluable to young researchers writing their first state reports.

Learn how to research and write reports with proper citations and bibliographies. Also find out how to protect your own creative works"--Provided by publisher.

Chronicles the life of the eighteenth-century King who lost the Revolutionary War.

Recounts the life of the colonial statesman, merchant, and patriot who became prominent during the American Revolution.

Through accessible text, a clear chronology, and photos, readers will discover how Nelson Mandelas personal struggles and great courage spurred the South African revolution that changed the way the world looked at Africa.

Describes the events leading up to the Louisiana Purchase and its impact on United States history.

Provides background on the bloodiest battle in the Civil War, a day-by-day account of the fighting, and a discussion of the battle's aftermath.

Examines the cultural movement that historians today refer to as the Harlem Renaissance. Out of this era emerged such well-known voices as Alain Locke, Langston Hughes, Zora Neale Hurston, Marcus Garvey, W.E.B. Dubois, and Duke Ellington among others.

Traces the adventures of James Cook and his crew through their several voyages on the Pacific Ocean, highlighting the unique cultures of the native peoples of the South Pacific.

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.

This book traces the history of the Panama Canal from the early exploration of Central and South America by the Spanish, through French efforts to build a canal in Panama, to the successful United States completion of the canal in the early twentieth century. Highlighting the people involved in the planning and building of the canal, it examines the many obstacles that had to be overcome, geography, politics, disease, before the canal could be finished. It also discusses the tensions that have existed among local Panamanians protesting the Unites States presence in the Canal Zone, as well as the possible ramifications of the transfer of the canal back to Panama.

Traces the life of the frontier settler and Texas defender who died in the attack on the Alamo, including information on his early days and his effect on American frontier culture.

A brief biography of the former Mouseketeer and popular young singer, Britney Spears.

Describes exploration of the planet Mars, with an emphasis on the Pathfinder and Mars Global Surveyor spacecraft, what they found, and future missions.

Joanne Kathleen Rowling (a.k.a. J. K. Rowling) had always wanted to be a writer. In fact, she never knew what else she wanted to do with her life. She wandered from job to job before she thought up Harry Potter and the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. She was ecstatic when Bloomsbury Press offered to publish her book for a few thousand dollars. But the success of the book, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, took everyone by surprise. Since then she has gone on to publish six more books in the series and they have all been made into major motion pictures. Faced with almost overnight fame and fortune, Jo (as she likes to be called ) still stays grounded. She readily admits that the most important thing to her is spending time with her husband and raising their children. Interest Level: Grades 4-8 Reading Level: Grades 4-5 32 Pages 6" X 9" Full-color laminated covers Side-sewn, reinforced library binding Full-color photos throughout Chronology Further reading Works consulted Discography or Filmography as applicable.

Discusses the lives and influences of Mathew B. Brady, Jacob A. Riis, Alfred Stieglitz, Lewis Wickes Hine, Man Ray, Dorothea Lange, Ansel Adams, Margaret Bourke-White, Diane Arbus, and Gordon Parks.

Traces the efforts of Commodore Matthew Perry to use force and diplomacy to end Japan's traditional isolationism and to begin trade with the Asian nation.

Describes life in this branch of the armed forces, including training, job opportunities, and high-tech equipment.

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.

Discusses the early life, family, political career, and contributions of the eleventh president of the United States.

From our nation's founding to the current presidency of George W. Bush, the Our Presidents series offers an unparalleled education in American democracy. Each of these forty-two books is as unique as the man it portrays, featuring personal recollections of his childhood and explaining how crucial decisions made history. This collection is a complete library of all the presidents--not just familiar leaders--for middle and upper elementary students and will help foster pride, patriotism, and in-depth knowledge of American history.

Traces the childhood, education, employment, political career, and presidency of Richard M. Nixon.

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