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  Fort Henry: The History of the...

  Jonathan Gianos-Steinberg

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  While the Lincoln Administration and most Northerners were preoccupied with trying to capture Richmond in the summer of 1861, it would be the little-known Ulysses S. Grant who delivered the Union’s first major victories, over a thousand miles away from Washington. Grant’s new commission led to his command of the District of Southeast Missouri, headquartered at Cairo, after he was appointed by “The Pathfinder”, John C. Fremont, a national celebrity who had run for President in 1856. Fremont was one of many political generals that Lincoln was saddled with, and his political prominence ensured he was given a prominent command as commander of the Department of the West early in the war before running so afoul of the Lincoln Administration that he was court-martialed. 
  In January of 1862, Grant persuaded General Henry “Old Brains” Halleck to allow his men to launch a campaign on the Tennessee River. As soon as Halleck acquiesced, Grant moved against Fort Henry, in close coordination with the naval command of Flag Officer Andrew Hull Foote. The combination of infantry and naval bombardment helped force the capitulation of Fort Henry on February 6, 1862, and the surrender of Fort Henry was followed immediately by an attack on Fort Donelson on the Cumberland River, which earned Grant his famous nickname “Unconditional Surrender”. Grant’s forces enveloped the Confederate garrison at Fort Donelson, which included Confederate generals Simon Buckner, John Floyd, and Gideon Pillow. In one of the most bungled operations of the war, the Confederate generals tried and failed to open an escape route by attacking Grant’s forces on February 15. Although the initial assault was successful, General Pillow inexplicably chose to have his men pull back into their trenches, ostensibly so they could take more supplies before their escape. Instead, they simply lost all the ground they had taken, and the garrison was cut off yet again.

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  Middle School Mischief (The...

  Bassem Youssef, Catherine R. Daly

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  Inspired by the author's real-life experiences, this second hilarious and sweet novel about sixth grade Egyptian immigrant Nadia has her battling school newspaper drama, controversy with the school mascot, and some magical mischief, too.Nadia loves fun facts. Here are a few about her:There was a magical—and hilarious—ancient Egyptian teacher named Titi trapped in her hippo amulet until she freed him last fall.Her school is choosing a new mascot and her idea is totally going to win!She’s going to kick butt writing for the school newspaper this term......Maybe. A couple of weeks in, the newspaper is a big mess. The mascot contest is mayhem, too. (Who knew choosing a costumed character could cause such controversy?!)Then Nadia and Titi discover that the hippo amulet holds a second secret, one that’s super powerful—and super scary. Too bad they have no idea how to stop it.But Nadia is on the case! If she can solve the mystery of an ancient amulet, winning the mascot contest and acing her reporter assignments should be easy...right?From The Daily Show comedian Bassem Youssef and author Catherine R. Daly comes a humorous and heartfelt story about integrity, empathy, power, and friendship.

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  The Enchanted Lights of Winterglen

  Brandea Miller

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  Deep in the mystical forest of Winterglen, shimmering lights dance like magic among the trees. When young Eli ventures into the woods, he experiences the breathtaking beauty of the enchanted lights up close for the first time. Join Eli on a wondrous journey of discovery, where mystery and magic illuminate the heart of the forest.

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  The Legend of Heracles

  Claudia Martin

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  Brave hero Heracles must complete a series of tasks, each more daunting than the last. Can he kill a monstrous lion and defeat the nine-headed Hydra? Heracles will need all his courage and wits to win the day!

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  Be Careful What You Wish For...

  R. L. Stine

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  Goosebumps now on Disney+!Samantha Byrd is a klutz. An accident waiting to happen. And that makes her the least popular member of the girls' basketball team.But all of that is about to change. Sam's met someone who can grant her three wishes.Too bad Sam wasn't more careful when she asked for. BEcause her wishes are coming true. And they're turning her life into a living nightmare!Now with all-new bonus materials including an author interview and more!

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  Huff Puff Grind: The 3 Little...

  Lois Wickstrom

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  The three little pigs want to bake bread, but their windmill has no wind to grind the flour. Even though they built a wolf-proof house, the wolf won’t leave them alone. They’ve been trapped inside ever since and can’t get out to find a solution for the windmill. One day, they have a brilliant idea that might just solve both problems.

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