Download or read book Little Miss History Travels to La Brea Tar Pits Museum written by Barbara Ann Mojica and published by . This book was released on 2017-11-30 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ever wonder about life in the Ice Age? Little Miss HISTORY travels back in time to LA BREA TAR PITS & MUSEUM in her eighth adventure of the award winning "Little Miss HISTORY Travels to" children's book series. Springs of liquid petroleum and a great lake of pitch, filled with exploding bubbles, once dotted the landscape of modern Los Angeles. At La Brea scientists discovered fossils of plants and animals like mammoths, sloths, and saber-tooth tigers that lived there thousands of years ago. The George C. Page Museum contains a glass-enclosed laboratory nicknamed the "Fish Bowl" where visitors can see scientists at work cleaning and categorizing current fossil discoveries. Visitors will discover wonders as they meander through the Pleistocene gardens, view an Ice Age film, and gaze down into the pits - but Be careful! Watch out for those tar seeps.

Download or read book Little Miss HISTORY Travels to Hyde Park Home of FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT written by Barbara Ann Mojica and published by Eugenus Studios LLC. This book was released on 2019-09-08 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Little Miss HISTORY adventure is a glimpse into the life of a man who led America out of an economic depression, to victory in World War II, and on the path to world leadership.

Download or read book Little Miss History Travels to Mount Rushmore written by Barbara Ann Mojica and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2013-08-26 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Little Miss History Travels to Mount Rushmore" is the first in a series of books using the Little Miss History character as a guide. She looks like a wannabe park ranger with pig tails and hiking boots three sizes too big. The aim of these books is to whet your child's appetite for visiting these landmarks while having fun learning history.

Download or read book Trapped in Tar written by Caroline Arnold and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 1987 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Text and photographs examine the work of scientists studying the fossil remains of prehistoric animals found in the La Brea tar pits.

Download or read book Little Miss History Travels to the Statue of Liberty written by Barbara Ann Mojica and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2013-08-19 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since her last trip to Mount Rushmore, Little Miss HISTORY has journeyed more than 1700 miles over land, sea and air to reach her second destination, The Statue of Liberty. This national treasure stands proudly in New York Harbor welcoming all people to the land of freedom and opportunity. In this second book of the series, Little Miss HISTORY will help you discover who thought of the statue in the first place, the values she symbolizes, the architects and engineers who built Lady Liberty, and the little known individuals who contributed their pennies to make her debut in New York's harbor possible. You will learn about why she remains a promise and symbol of the hopes and aspirations of many people around the world and not just to immigrants coming to America. Come now and follow Little Miss HISTORY as she enlightens you about The Statue of Liberty!

Download or read book Little Miss History Travels to Ford s Theater written by Barbara Ann Mojica and published by Eugenus Studios. This book was released on 2014-10-22 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A single shot rings out; laughter turns to tears. President Abraham Lincoln is assassinated, and history is changed forever. The theater is closed and later collapses. Is Ford's Theater forever cursed or will it rise again to greater glory? Winner of the 2015 Independent Author Network Award for Outstanding Nonfiction Children's Book.

Download or read book Little Miss History Travels to Sequoia National Park written by Barbara Ann Mojica and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2014-03-16 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since her last expedition to the Statue of Liberty, Little Miss HISTORY is flying across the North American continent to the recesses of Sequoia National Park, where she is skydiving into its forest! Here in the “land of the living giants,” the reader will learn about the differences between redwood and sequoia trees and of its first inhabitants and wildlife. Through breathtaking illustrations, adventurers will traverse its trails and immerse themselves in the awesome beauty and magnificence of Sequoia National Park. Readers will also discover the hidden dangers lurking there.

Download or read book Little Miss History Travels to Mount Vernon written by Barbara Ann Mojica and published by . This book was released on 2016-09-21 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Who was George Washington? Washington is best known as America's first president, but he was also a military hero. If you asked George Washington what he really wanted to be, he would reply, "a farmer." Seeking to revolutionize antiquated 18th century farming methods, Washington experimented with crop rotation, fertilizers, plowing and plants. The Mount Vernon Ladies Association began restoring his estate to its former glory in 1853. Today the buildings, grounds and The Donald W. Reynolds Museum and Education Center reveal the real Father of the United States of America.

Download or read book Little Miss HISTORY Travels to INDEPENDENCE HALL The Museum of the American Revolution written by Barbara Ann Mojica and published by Eugenus Studios, LLC. This book was released on 2020-08-25 with total page 54 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The United States Constitution is the oldest federal constitution in existence. This document, along with the Bill of Rights, lays out the rights and responsibilities of its citizens. The Founding Fathers embraced the principles of the Enlightenment and a vision of liberty and justice for all. Trace their footsteps at Independence Hall and the Museum of the American Revolution.

Download or read book Little Miss History Travels to Ellis Island written by Barbara Ann Mojica and published by . This book was released on 2015-11-17 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A journey begins with leaving one place and venturing forth toward a new one. Millions of immigrants left their homelands in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries to seek the promise of a better future in America. Why did they abandon their homeland? Some fled from political oppression or slavery, others sought work or the possibility of acquiring land to farm. Those who entered the Great Hall on Ellis Island did so with fear in their hearts and hope in their eyes. Come follow along and explore their dreams and experiences as they passed through the gates on Ellis Island. Perhaps you will see one of your ancestors reflected in their eyes. For most immigrants the end of their transatlantic voyage was a new beginning, for others it became "An Island of Tears."

Download or read book The La Brea Tar Pits written by Charles River Editors and published by . This book was released on 2019-12-15 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: *Includes pictures *Includes a bibliography for further reading Even at a distance, the acrid stench of asphalt and sulfur singes the hairs of people's nostrils, and when the blustering winds subside, the potent miasma lingers in the air. To the untrained eye, the La Brea Tar Pits seem to be nothing more than simply pools of thick, viscous black sludge, its obsidian-like surface bestrewn with an assortment of autumn leaves and dirt. Gooey methane bubbles spurt up periodically, shattering the glassy veneer of the grease-black lakes, and the shiny bubbles swell to varying sizes and wiggle from side to side before popping, the sticky collapse almost reminiscent of cracking open a chocolate molten lava cake. This black sludge might seem rather unremarkable after a few moments, as it appears to just sit there in its idle state, but in fact, the seemingly innocuous bubbles are symptomatic of the treacly dark substance lurking on the bottom of the pit. The pit's contents have spelled the doom for a countless number of creatures both large and small, from legions of insects to mighty mastodons, mammoths, and snarling saber-toothed cats from the Pleistocene Era. Of course, this is what makes the area a natural landmark in the first place, and today the La Brea Tar Pits are considered by many scientists to be among the greatest finds in modern history. Technically, these lustrous lakes of ink-black, while branded "tar," are in actuality pools of asphalt seeps that have remained in place for several millennia, gushing forth from a natural subterranean petroleum spring underneath the city of Los Angeles known as the "Salt Lake Oil Field." Needless to say, the tar pits are a far cry from the glittering, crystalline ponds cooled by the shade of surrounding palm trees found throughout the City of Angels. Indeed, the pungent reek of asphalt, pulsing methane bubbles, and their hauntingly black surfaces, making it impossible to gauge the true depth of the asphalt abysses, should have seemingly served as clear deterrents to the animals that roamed the vicinity prior to their entrapment. Instead, judging by the treasure trove of bones and remnants that have been uncovered within the pits, the sludge seemed to have figuratively emitted a siren song that no animal, regardless of stature or physical power, could resist. The disturbing and fascinating implications of the silent death traps, situated in what is now 5801 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, only further heightens their mystery. Evidence shows that the slow, torturous deaths of many of the creatures who became permanently ensnared in the asphalt quicksand were worsened by passing predators who essentially stumbled upon supper served on a sticky platter. Unfortunate, or rather, clumsy predators sometimes slipped, struggled, and were ultimately swallowed up by the tar pit themselves, creating a macabre, yet natural cycle of death and despair. Unsurprisingly, the La Brea Tar Pits have also become a wellspring of supernatural legends. According to one such legend, the disembodied, bone-chilling shrieks of a desperate woman, supposedly the La Brea Woman, victim of Los Angeles' oldest cold murder case, can still be heard in the dead of the night. More curious yet, these liquid time capsules are swaddled in another layer of mystique, its fossils not only solving mysterious riddles of a bygone age, but also offering up even more questions that are begging to be answered. The La Brea Tar Pits: The History and Legacy of One of the World's Most Famous Fossil Sites looks at the geological origins of the area and analyzes the fossil finds from the tar. Along with pictures depicting important people, places, and events, you will learn about the tar pits like never before.

Download or read book Little Miss HISTORY Travels to MONTICELLO Home of Thomas Jefferson written by Barbara Ann Mojica and published by Eugenus Studios, LLC. This book was released on 2022-08-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Join award-winning children's book author Barbara Ann Mojica's Little Miss HISTORY as she reveals the mysteries of Monticello, Home of Thomas Jefferson, her newest release. Discover the hidden treasures of Thomas Jefferson's home, the author of The Declaration of Independence. An agriculturalist, philosopher, scientist, architect, patriot, and president, Jefferson's complex role in history teaches today's Americans why, "If you don't know your history, you don't know what you're talking about."

Download or read book Traveler s Paradise Los Angeles Shopping Travel Guide 2018 written by Juha Öörni and published by Juha Öörni via PublishDrive. This book was released on 2017-12-04 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you planning a trip to Los Angeles? Is it your dream vacation and you want to make the most of your time in the city? LA is a vibrant melting pot that has something for everyone and if you are planning a trip to this amazing Californian city you’ll definitely want to know all about what there is to do. Inside the in-depth Los Angeles Shopping and Travel Guide, you’ll find a wealth of information on one of the USA’s biggest and most famous cities, with things like: The best places to stay The things to see you definitely won’t want to miss Some of the best restaurants in town Shopping malls and markets Smart travel tips LA on a budget And more... Whether you are in the city for a weekend or a month, there is plenty to see and do, with concert halls, gardens, museums, buildings and beaches all within easy reach. And making the most of whatever time you have to spend is much easier with this great guide that will make sure you see exactly what you want, without blowing your budget and keeping you street safe as well. Get a copy of Los Angeles Shopping and Travel Guide today and start planning the trip of your life!

Download or read book Fleeing the Fates of the Little Rascals written by Laura June Kenny and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2004 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Memoir of Laura June Kenny as she provides this unique look at Hollywood during the Depression when she played in the Little Rascals show.

Download or read book City of Angels written by Julie Jaskol and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The sprawling, complex tapestry of Los Angeles is portrayed in vivid color by artist Elisa Kleven and authors Julie Jaskol and Brian Lewis in their picture book City of angels : in and around Los Angeles. Twenty sites of interest are included, and each detailed, full-color spread is accompanied by engaging, informative text"--Provided by publisher

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Chapter 1: Discovering Los Angeles - Understanding the History of Los Angeles: Explore LA’s evolution from its early beginnings to its modern cultural renaissance. - Geography and Layout: Get an overview of LA’s diverse neighborhoods, key districts, and microclimates, and learn to navigate the city’s extensive transportation systems. - The Cultural Mosaic: Delve into LA’s demographics, neighborhood profiles, and notable cultural contributions. Chapter 2: Planning Your Journey - When to Visit: Understand LA’s weather patterns, tourist seasons, and special events to choose the best time for your visit. - Essential Packing List: Pack smart with advice on clothing, gear, and important documents suited to LA’s climate and activities. - Travel Essentials: Prepare for your trip with information on visa requirements, health and safety tips, and money management. 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