Books from Blackbirch Press
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Living in a World of
By Tanya Lee Stone, BlackbirchLiving in a World of
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Hearts of Gold: A Celebration of Special Olympics and Its Heroes
By Sheila DinnCovers the history of the Special Olympics, the various events in which mentally and physically handicapped athletes compete, and some of the people involved in this international competition.
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Mysteries of the Rain Forest: 20th Century Medicine Man
By Elaine PascoeAs one of PBS's most outstanding science programs, The New Explorers has distinguished itself as a leader in educational television. Winner of many awards -- including 12 Emmys, the 1993...
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What on Earth is a Nudibranch?
By Jenny E. TesarEach volume fully explores the lifestyles and habitats of animals that few people even know exist. Simple, concise text covers the animal's classification, its unique characteristics, its methods of survival,...
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1980 U.S. Hockey Team
By Wayne R. CoffeyRecalls events at the 1980 Winter Olympics where the young talented United States hockey team stunned the world by winning a gold medal.
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Wilma Mankiller: Chief of the Cherokee Nation
By Bruce GlassmanDiscusses the life and career of the first female to be chief of the Cherokee Nation.
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Eli Whitney: Cotton Gin Genius
By Kaye PatchettThis book surveys the life and accomplishments of American inventor and mechanic Eli Whitney, who is best known for building the cotton gin, a machine to separate cotton fiber from its sticky seeds.