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Boston, 1773. On a rainy night on December 16, 150 men climbed aboard three English cargo ships from Great Britain. The men were angry at the excessive taxes on tea, so they disguised themselves and threw crate upon crate of tea into the harbor. Come along on the act that would lead to the American Revolution in this astounding graphic novel. Maps, timelines, glossaries, and indexes make these titles an exciting addition to classroom discussion.
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Discusses the American Revolution, the battle for independence from British monarchy.
This book, in graphic novel format, describes the American Revolution, exploring the grievances of the Patriots, the writing of the Declaration of Independence, and the fighting of the Continental Army.
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Graphic novels aren't just for superheroes! George Washington has been plucked from history books and his life and accomplishments have been depicted in informative nonfiction graphic novels. The subject's birth, childhood, education, and presidency have been skillfully told with detailed art. Further reading lists, timelines, glossaries, and indexes make these titles useful in classroom discussion.
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Texas, 1836. The Republic of Texas began the fight for independence in 1833. For several years, Texans fought the Mexican government for the right to rule itself. One of the historical battles was fought on March 6, 1836, at the Alamo, a crumbling fort defended by 154 men. Stand with the defenders in what became a symbol of Texan courage and sacrifice in this impressive graphic novel. Maps, timelines, glossaries, and indexes make these titles an exciting...
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Graphic novels aren't just for superheroes! Patrick Henry has been plucked from history books and his life and accomplishments have been depicted in informative nonfiction graphic novels. The subject's birth, childhood, education, and community service have been skillfully told with detailed art. Further reading lists, timelines, glossaries, and indexes make these titles useful in classroom discussion.
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Graphic novels aren't just for superheroes! Benjamin Franklin has been plucked from history books and his life and accomplishments have been depicted in informative nonfiction graphic novels. The subject's birth, childhood, education, community service, and inventions have been skillfully told with detailed art. Further reading lists, timelines, glossaries, and indexes make these titles useful in classroom discussion.
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Graphic novels aren't just for superheroes! Lewis and Clark have been plucked from history books and their lives and accomplishments have been depicted in informative nonfiction graphic novels. The subjects' education and exploration of the United States has been skillfully told with detailed art. Maps, further reading lists, timelines, glossaries, and indexes make these titles useful in classroom discussion.
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United States, 1800s. Due to the demand for manual labor, millions of African people were transported to and sold in the United States. These people were treated as property, and many felt this was wrong. These people helped thousands of slaves escape to the North where slavery was illegal. Follow the drinking gourd along the Underground Railroad in these daring graphic novels. Maps, timelines, glossaries, and indexes make these titles an exciting...
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The curious Alice follows a flustered white rabbit to a magical land of talking animals, evil queens, and enough riddles to strain any logically inclined brain. It's all here: a hookah-smoking caterpillar, a mad hatter, potions to drink, cookies to eat, and a Cheshire cat. Alice discovers that Wonderland may be a fascinating place to visit, but you don't want to live there . . . * Eisner and Ignatz Award-nominated Rod Espinosa adapts Lewis Carroll's...
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Once upon a time, a greedy dragon kidnapped a beloved princess . . . But if you think she just waited around for some charming prince to rescue her, then you're in for a surprise! Princess Mabelrose has enough brains and bravery to fend for herself! * A third edition of Rod Espinosa's charming tale! * To be followed by The Courageous Princess Volume 2 in June 2015 and Volume 3 in September 2015, forming theCourageous Princess trilogy.
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The second installment of Rod Espinosa's latest fairytale steampunk epic! Intrepid inventor Gerda goes on a quest to save her home kingdom from the snows released by the Snow Queen. She will face the deadly snow bees, ice robbers, an evil sorceress and more. She will also make strong allies: the Robber King's son Kai, a helpful young prince and princess, and a loyal reindeer. But even then, they may not find the castle of the Snow Queen in time to...
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This new Goldilocks may find that the three bears' boilers are too hot or too cold, that their armor plating is too big or too small, or that their mechs' piston-cycling is too hard or soft...but when Rod Espinosa brings you yet another classic fairy tale spun steampunk style, the results will be just right!
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Nalyn currently leads the exhausted crew of the Intrepid Explorer. Pursued by the evil Krossian Army, she must keep her secret identity intact for their sake. Ahead of them lie strange new worlds. Will they find allies willing to struggle alongside them against the malevolent Krossians?
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Fantasy master Rod Espinosa weaves an action-paled story of a small-town girl and her friends who want to make it big as renowned fighters! Clariette: part Barbie, part Xena, and all heart, out to make the world a better place. Ariarra: Pragmatic wandering cleric and healer, fiercely independent. Jolfe Endarion: Clari's cousin, an apprentice wizard with a love of adventure and good food. Together they set out in an age of constant warfare, across...
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Nalyn's life filling in as a princess isn't easy at the best of times, exhausting her and earning only thankless abuse from the real princess. She's been kidnapped and rescued, then had to lead her country's troops into battle. What could possibly happen next? Nalyn finds she shouldn't have asked.
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Having joined with a quasi-military adventuring band, fighter farm girl Clariette must get used to the minor rigors of the march, including weapons training. And barely has she gotten started on these new skills when their group is confronted by a local paramilitary troop, and then they both come under orc attack!
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'The Darkest Hour' Resolved to die rather than live in slavery, Lesazonian leader Nara unveils her ultimate, terrible strategy. Nalyn begs her to stop and swears she will win the war. Though severely injured, Nalyn leads her small band in one last stand, in which General Kaizler confronts Sergeant Tinbolt and Ki-Ek in a final deathmatch!