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Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2017]
Description
"The Panama Canal links the Pacific Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean in Central America, creating a valuable route for international shipping. Engineering the Panama Canal discusses the history of attempts to dig the canal, the engineers who worked to make the difficult project a reality, and the modern improvements that have made the canal more useful than ever"-- Provided by publisher.
2) Panama
Author
Pub. Date
2003
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This narrow strip of land - only 30 miles (48 km) wide at its narrowest point, and rarely wider than 75 miles (121 km) at any spot - contains one of the world's great engineering marvels: the Panama Canal, known to the world as "the path between the seas." Fees paid by the ships that pass through the canal make up a large part of Panama's economy. Panama's government has historically been democratic, holding fair elections for leaders, although corruption...
3) Panama
Author
Pub. Date
2016.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Panama"--
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2021]
Formats
Description
"Kurt Muse spoke out-and was taken in. Who did the U.S. send to rescue the American citizen locked in a Panama jail? The elite members of the Delta Force. The special ops team trained for the dangerous mission then set out on the harrowing journey to save Kurt from behind enemy lines. Follow along on this graphic rescue mission. Then, learn more about the Delta Force and the soldiers' gear"--
7) Panama
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Description
"Engaging images accompany information about Panama. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--Provided by publisher"--
9) Panama
Author
Pub. Date
[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.4 - AR Pts: 3
Description
Despite its small size, Panama has played a big role in history. Located at the junction of Central America and South America, its famous canal offers the fastest passage between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Readers will learn how Panama was first settled, how it came to be the site of one of the world's most important canals, and what life is like there today.
11) Panama
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2004
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 10 - AR Pts: 4
Description
Examines the history and geography, government and economy, culture and lifestyles, and language of Panama and provides information on the Isthmus of Panama and the Panama Canal, famous sports personalities, national parks, and other significant places, people, and events.