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How a Bill Becomes a Law

John Hamilton · Checkerboard Library
Format: Book

Explains what a law is, and how an idea passes through the federal government and becomes a law that people must obey.Title: How a Bill Becomes a LawAuthor: Hamilton, JohnPublisher: Abdo GroupPublication Date: 2004/09/01Number of Pages: 32Binding Type: LIBRARYLibrary of Congress: 2003069305
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The rock & gem book : ...and other treasures of the natural world

Dan Green · Dorling Publishing
Pages: 208
Format: Print book

The Rock and Gem Book is packed full of photos of natural wonders, including rocks, minerals, gems, shells and fossils. This children's encyclopedia displays more than 1,200 full-color specimens, from sapphires and rubies to silver and pearl, revealing the unique qualities of each material...
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Monday with a Mad Genius (Magic Tree House, No. 38)

Mary Pope Osborne · Random House Books for Young Readers
Pages: 128
Format: Hardcover

JACK AND ANNIE are on a mission to save Merlin from his sorrows! Charged with finding the second of four secrets of happiness, the brother-and-sister team travel back in the magic tree house to the period known as the Renaissance. This time, Jack and Annie will need more than a research...
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Friendship According to Humphrey

Betty G. Birney · Puffin Books
Pages: 150
Format: Paperback

After the holidays, Humphrey is shocked by a big surprise in Room 26-a new class pet! Humphrey tries to be welcoming, but Og the frog doesn't respond to any of his friendly squeaks or visits (remember, he has a lock-that-doesn't-lock). Plus, the students are so interested in Og, they...
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Ben Franklin

Sarah Gilman · Enslow Publishing
Pages: 48
Format: Print book

Many students know the story of Ben Franklins famed electricity experiment, but do they understand how influential he was in the formation of the United States? Through simple but engaging narrative, this fully illustrated volume leads readers through Franklins childhood, his diverse interests...
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What Baby Needs

William Sears · Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

When a family brings a new baby home, there are many changes. Older siblings may find it hard to understand the needs of the new baby, as well as the demands placed on mom and dad. Based on the attachment-parenting theories of the foremost authorities on parenting and childcare, William...
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