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In 1991, preparation for the construction of a new federal office building led to a startling discovery: a skeleton. Further excavation exposed the bones of 420 men, women, and children. This area of New York had been a burial ground set aside for both free and enslaved Africans during the 1600s and 1700s. It’s thought to be one of the most important archaeological discoveries of the 20th century. This noteworthy book—which includes sidebars, fact boxes, a timeline, and maps—fills in the gaps of history books, exposing much about what life was like in colonial New York for Africans.

Swamps are one kind of wetland biome. Like other wetland biomes, a swamp’s water must be clean in order for the wildlife in it to thrive. Readers learn the main features of both freshwater and saltwater swamps, as well as where some of the biggest swamps are on Earth. Science curriculum topics such as food chains and conservation make the main content a great complement to classroom learning. Full-color photographs and inset maps aid readers in identifying this interesting biome in the world around them.

Did you kow that Benjamin Franklin wanted a turkey to be the symbol of America instead of the bald eagle? Discover interesting facts about why the bald eagle is important to Americans, how it became a symbol for our country, and more in The Bald Eagle.

Madame Olenska anuncia a Zoe y a sus compañeras que podrán empezar a utilizar zapatillas de punta antes de lo previsto en el programa. Es como crecer demasiado rápido: da vértigo y asusta al mismo tiempo. Mientras Jonathan crea su primera coreografía y experimenta los primeros celos, Zoe se enfrenta a una duda importante: ¿tiene de verdad talento para la danza? Y si la respuesta es que no, ¿qué hará con su vida?