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"Ever since she was a little girl, Jane Addams hoped to help people in need. She wanted to create a place where people could find food, work, and community. In 1889, she chose a house in a run-down Chicago neighborhood and turned it into Hull House--a settlement home--soon adding a playground, kindergarten, and a public bath, By 1907, Hull House included thirteen buildings. And by the early 1920s, more that nine thousand people visited Hull House...
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As he searches for Pete, Larry the pooch visits some amazing places, from the Sears Tower to the Art Institute of Chicago, from exciting Field Museum to historic Wrigley's Field. Eventually, the two reunite, but not before Larry has had a great adventure. Filled with candy-colored retro illustrations, sidebars and factoids about the Windy City.
6) Chicago ABCs
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Discover the people, places, and things that make Chicago as big and bold as the alphabet itself!
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Where can you see the world's biggest bean, look down from America's tallest building, and see America's greenest river? Chicago! America's third-biggest city is packed with fun things to do and see... and eat! Head to the Midwest with us for a visit to Chi-town!
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"The story of George Ferris, inventor of the iconic Ferris Wheel"--
"The World's Fair in Chicago, 1893, was to be a spectacular event: architects, musicians, artists, and inventors worked on special exhibits to display the glories of their countries. But the Fair's planners wanted something really special, something on the scale of the Eiffel Tower, which had been constructed for France's fair three years earlier. At last, engineer George Ferris...
12) Chicago
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Welcome to Chicago: The Windy City! Explore Millennium Park, the Willis Tower, and other iconic places around the city. Plus, learn fascinating factoids. You'll quickly see why millions of tourists visit this amazing city each year. Each 24-page book features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The playful text, colorful design, and captivating photos and map are sure to entice and excite beginning readers....
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"Now even very young readers can experience Larry the lovable pup's adventures! These board books are inspired by best-selling titles in the popular Larry Gets Lost series. Toddlers will tour the city with the adorable pup, identifying iconic landmarks on each page and enjoying the signature colorful retro illustrations of the Larry Gets Lost series. Includes: The Navy Pier, Chicago-style hot dogs, The L, Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, The Chicago...
14) Chicago
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Introduces the history, geography, resources, government, and culture of the city of Chicago.
15) ABCs of Chicago
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"From A to Z, Chicago is an amazing place to be! Children and parents alike will be delighted to see their favorite landmarks and landscapes in a book that is not only educational, but speaks to the heart. ABCs of Chicago will invite little ones to explore their home and discover how wonderful their world is!"--
17) Chicago
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Chicago is an amazing place full of fascinating history and invention. Drop in on the Windy City to learn all about its past and present from the time the city burned to the ground to the amazing way it was built back up to the bustling metropolis it is today. Find places to play in the parks or listen to concerts, view fireworks, or check yourself out in The Bean!
18) Chicago
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Explores the history, people, daily life, and future of Chicago.
20) Sears Tower
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Describes the history, construction, and significance of the tower.