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"The Southeast region covers the coastal and inland areas of the American South. Traditional Stories of the Southeast Nations features stories from several of the region's Native Nations, including the Choctaw, Natchez, and Cherokee. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject." -- Publisher's website.
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Introduces the main native nations of the southeastern United States, including the Cherokee, Chickasaw, Muscogee (Creek), Choctaw, Siminole, Catawba, and Chitimacha nations, as well as the Tunica-Biloxi Indian Tribe of Louisiana. The nations' historical significance, cultural highlights, and contemporary life are all examined through respectful text and well-chosen photos. Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative sidebars,...
3) NFC South
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Examines the history, stars, and stadium of each team in the NFC South division.
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Investigates the Southeast region, including the wetlands and swamps, civil rights, and Cajun food. The Regions of the U.S.A. series introduces young readers to the five regions of the United States with information on geography, history, government, economy, and culture. These five titles enhance readers' understanding of each region through lively text, fast facts, and appealing images and maps.
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The rich culture of the southeastern United States boasts great food, bustling cities, and the top-notch music scenes of Memphis, Nashville, and New Orleans. Historically, the region played a big role in the formation of the nation we know today. Readers will take a trip through full-color photographs and detailed content to learn all about the fascinating places found in the Southeast. Fact boxes highlight cool places to check out on a road trip,...
7) Creek
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"[An introduction to the Creek people, covering] traditional ways of life, including social structure, homes, food, art, clothing, and more. Also discussed is contact with Europeans, as well as how the people keep their culture alive today"--Provided by publisher.
8) Tennessee
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Presents basic information about Tennessee, including important cities, fun facts, and places of interest.
9) Arkansas
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Presents basic information about Arkansas, including important cities, fun facts, and places of interest.
10) South Carolina
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Presents basic information about South Carolina, including important cities, fun facts, and places of interest.
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An examination of the life and work of African-American author and storyteller Zora Neale Hurston, who has been recognized for her substantial contribution to American literature and southern African-American folklore. This book discusses her difficult personal life and nomadic existence, and how these struggles impacted her various written works.
12) Southeast
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Books in the Outdoor Explorers series introduce children to the specific regional plants, animals, landscape, and weather in the United States through a fun nature hike. This book studies the Southeast. Bright, colorful pictures will keep children engaged as they learn about the great outdoors in the United States. Glossary, index, and bibliography are included.
15) Georgia
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Explore Georgia in this comprehensive title! Informative, easy-to-read text and oversized photos showcase the beauty and diversity of this state. Readers learn about the state's history, cities, land features, animals, industries, sports, famous people, and more! A Tour Book spread highlights kid-friendly things to do in Georgia. Other features include a table of contents, fun facts, a timeline, regional and state maps, a facts page with vital information,...
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"From the mountainous terrain of West Virginia to the low-lying coastal wetlands of southern Florida, the South is one of the most geographically diverse regions within the United States. Exploring the South examines the distinct features that make up the South, including its geography, history, biology, industries, and cultures. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a...
17) North Carolina
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"Explore North Carolina in this comprehensive title! Informative, easy-to-read text and oversized photos showcase the beauty and diversity of this state. Readers learn about the state's history, cities, land features, animals, industries, sports, famous people, and more! A Tour Book spread highlights kid-friendly things to do in North Carolina. Other features include a table of contents, fun facts, a timeline, regional and state maps, a facts page...
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"Imagine microscopic worms living in the soil. They enter your body through your bare feet, travel to your intestines, and stay there for years sucking your blood like vampires. You feel exhausted. You get sick easily. It sounds like a nightmare, but that's what happened in the American South during the 1800s and early 1900s. Doctors never guessed that hookworms were making patients ill, but zoologist Charles Stiles knew better. Working with one of...
19) Virginia
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Presents basic information about Virginia, including important cities, fun facts, and places of interest.
20) Black like me
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The Deep South of the late 1950's was another country: a land of lynchings, segregated lunch counters, whites-only restrooms, and a color line etched in blood across Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Georgia. White journalist John Howard Griffin, working for the black-owned magazine Sepia, decided to cross that line. Using medication that darkened his skin to deep brown, he exchanged his privileged life as a southern white man for the disenfranchised...
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