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History, Buildings, Bridges and Neighborhoods Grade 3: Multcolib School Corps Picks Portland

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A collection of fiction and non-fiction materials about Portland for 3rd grade students. Please note: Most materials about Portland are categorized at adult reading level. However, these materials may still be useful as many have photographs and sections that should be useful for learning about Portland. A custom book list created by Multnomah County Library School Corps librarians for assignments. Are you a teacher that lives or works in Multnomah County? Need a custom booklist? https://multcolib.org/assignment-alert

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Portland

Portland

Then and Now

by Haneckow, Dan

Book - 2017

Portland Then and Now is a captivating chronicle of history and change that stretches back to the dawn of the camera age. It pairs historic photographs w...Show more Portland Then and Now is a captivating chronicle of history and change that stretches back to the dawn of the camera age. It pairs historic photographs with specially commissioned views of the same scenes as they appear today to show how Portland evolved from a humble frontier village to become Oregon's largest and most exciting city. Show less

Portland Then and Now is a captivating chronicle of history and change that stretches back to the dawn of the camera age. It pairs historic photographs w...Show more Portland Then and Now is a captivating chronicle of history and change that stretches back to the dawn of the camera age. It pairs historic photographs with specially commissioned views of the same scenes as they appear today to show how Portland evolved from a humble frontier village to become Oregon's largest and most exciting city. Show less

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Portlandness

Portlandness

A Cultural Atlas

by Banis, David

Book - 2015

An adult book, created by Portland State University geography professors Banis and Shobe, who have produced some 150 infographic maps representing an arr...Show more An adult book, created by Portland State University geography professors Banis and Shobe, who have produced some 150 infographic maps representing an array of data sets including everything from breweries (arranged by number, color, and bitterness of brew) and how long people wait in line for brunch to more serious analyses of the area's weather and sound patterns. Includes kids' maps of Portland too! Show less

An adult book, created by Portland State University geography professors Banis and Shobe, who have produced some 150 infographic maps representing an arr...Show more An adult book, created by Portland State University geography professors Banis and Shobe, who have produced some 150 infographic maps representing an array of data sets including everything from breweries (arranged by number, color, and bitterness of brew) and how long people wait in line for brunch to more serious analyses of the area's weather and sound patterns. Includes kids' maps of Portland too! Show less

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The Streets of Chinatown

The Streets of Chinatown

by Mirk, Sarah

Book - 2011

A small zine that talks about the history of Portland's Chinatown. A small zine that talks about the history of Portland's Chinatown. Show less

A small zine that talks about the history of Portland's Chinatown. A small zine that talks about the history of Portland's Chinatown. Show less

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Portland's Black Panthers

Portland's Black Panthers

by Mirk, Sarah

Book - 2011?

A small zine that explores the history of the Black Panthers in Portland. A small zine that explores the history of the Black Panthers in Portland. Show less

A small zine that explores the history of the Black Panthers in Portland. A small zine that explores the history of the Black Panthers in Portland. Show less

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The Big & Awesome Bridges of Portland & Vancouver

The Big & Awesome Bridges of Portland & Vancouver

A Book for Young Readers and Their Teachers

by Wortman, Sharon Wood

Book - 2014

The Steel Bridge, the Hawthorne Bridge, the Burnside Bridge...all bridges that gave Portland the name of Bridge City are here. The Steel Bridge, the Hawthorne Bridge, the Burnside Bridge...all bridges that gave Portland the name of Bridge City are here. Show less

The Steel Bridge, the Hawthorne Bridge, the Burnside Bridge...all bridges that gave Portland the name of Bridge City are here. The Steel Bridge, the Hawthorne Bridge, the Burnside Bridge...all bridges that gave Portland the name of Bridge City are here. Show less

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Bridges of Portland

Bridges of Portland

by Bottenberg, Ray

Book - 2007

The Columbia and Willamette Rivers enabled seagoing vessels to reach the port, but they also presented obstacles to local travel and commerce. Willamette River ferry service was available by 1853, but Portlanders had to wait until 1887 for a bridge. The Columbia and Willamette Rivers enabled seagoing vessels to reach the port, but they also presented obstacles to local travel and commerce. Willamette River ferry service was available by 1853, but Portlanders had to wait until 1887 for a bridge. Show less

The Columbia and Willamette Rivers enabled seagoing vessels to reach the port, but they also presented obstacles to local travel and commerce. Willamette River ferry service was available by 1853, but Portlanders had to wait until 1887 for a bridge. The Columbia and Willamette Rivers enabled seagoing vessels to reach the port, but they also presented obstacles to local travel and commerce. Willamette River ferry service was available by 1853, but Portlanders had to wait until 1887 for a bridge. Show less

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Vanishing Portland

Vanishing Portland

by Bottenberg, Ray

Book - 2008

Portland at the end of World War II was an international port and a powerhouse of the timber and shipbuilding industries. Oregon's largest city grew and changed in the decades that followed, adding new industries and population. I Portland at the end of World War II was an international port and a powerhouse of the timber and shipbuilding industries. Oregon's largest city grew and changed in the decades that followed, adding new industries and population. I Show less

Portland at the end of World War II was an international port and a powerhouse of the timber and shipbuilding industries. Oregon's largest city grew and changed in the decades that followed, adding new industries and population. I Portland at the end of World War II was an international port and a powerhouse of the timber and shipbuilding industries. Oregon's largest city grew and changed in the decades that followed, adding new industries and population. I Show less

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Our Portland

Our Portland

by Cody, M. J. (Mary Jane)

Book - 2003

Nature is not just close at hand to the residents of and visitors to Portland, Oregon; its fundamental to the city and to the way of life. Nature is not just close at hand to the residents of and visitors to Portland, Oregon; its fundamental to the city and to the way of life. Show less

Nature is not just close at hand to the residents of and visitors to Portland, Oregon; its fundamental to the city and to the way of life. Nature is not just close at hand to the residents of and visitors to Portland, Oregon; its fundamental to the city and to the way of life. Show less

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Above Portland

Above Portland

A New Collection of Original and Historical Aerial Photographs

by Forster, C. Bruce

Book - 2010

Through the stunning aerial photography of Bruce Forster, Above Portland offers a unique and beautiful perspective on the picturesque region of Portland, Oregon and its surrounding areas. Through the stunning aerial photography of Bruce Forster, Above Portland offers a unique and beautiful perspective on the picturesque region of Portland, Oregon and its surrounding areas. Show less

Through the stunning aerial photography of Bruce Forster, Above Portland offers a unique and beautiful perspective on the picturesque region of Portland, Oregon and its surrounding areas. Through the stunning aerial photography of Bruce Forster, Above Portland offers a unique and beautiful perspective on the picturesque region of Portland, Oregon and its surrounding areas. Show less

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Portland

Portland

by Fortner, Walter

Book - 2007

Collected here are many rare images of Portland: grand hotels and magnificent buildings, the natural beauty of the surrounding area, the great bridges, and splendid sailing ships. Collected here are many rare images of Portland: grand hotels and magnificent buildings, the natural beauty of the surrounding area, the great bridges, and splendid sailing ships. Show less

Collected here are many rare images of Portland: grand hotels and magnificent buildings, the natural beauty of the surrounding area, the great bridges, and splendid sailing ships. Collected here are many rare images of Portland: grand hotels and magnificent buildings, the natural beauty of the surrounding area, the great bridges, and splendid sailing ships. Show less

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Portland City Walks

Portland City Walks

Twenty Explorations in and Around Town

by Foster, Laura O.

Book - 2008

From the inspired creator of the beloved Portland Hill Walks comes a rich collection of twenty eye-opening walks exploring the backstreets and back stories of the neighborhoods of Portland and five nearby towns. From the inspired creator of the beloved Portland Hill Walks comes a rich collection of twenty eye-opening walks exploring the backstreets and back stories of the neighborhoods of Portland and five nearby towns. Show less

From the inspired creator of the beloved Portland Hill Walks comes a rich collection of twenty eye-opening walks exploring the backstreets and back stories of the neighborhoods of Portland and five nearby towns. From the inspired creator of the beloved Portland Hill Walks comes a rich collection of twenty eye-opening walks exploring the backstreets and back stories of the neighborhoods of Portland and five nearby towns. Show less

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Portland, Oregon

Portland, Oregon

A Photographic Portrait

by Frost, Susan E.

Book - 2006

Welcome to Portland, the largest city in Oregon with half a million people within its borders and 1.6 million in the metropolitan area. Surrounded by hills, trees so tall they seem to touch the sky, and water, water everywhere. Welcome to Portland, the largest city in Oregon with half a million people within its borders and 1.6 million in the metropolitan area. Surrounded by hills, trees so tall they seem to touch the sky, and water, water everywhere. Show less

Welcome to Portland, the largest city in Oregon with half a million people within its borders and 1.6 million in the metropolitan area. Surrounded by hills, trees so tall they seem to touch the sky, and water, water everywhere. Welcome to Portland, the largest city in Oregon with half a million people within its borders and 1.6 million in the metropolitan area. Surrounded by hills, trees so tall they seem to touch the sky, and water, water everywhere. Show less

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Portland From the Air

Portland From the Air

by Heinl, Russ

Book - 2000

First in the Bird's Eye View Series, this unique portrait presents Portland from a new perspective, capturing the city's essence in a broad and brilliant way. First in the Bird's Eye View Series, this unique portrait presents Portland from a new perspective, capturing the city's essence in a broad and brilliant way. Show less

First in the Bird's Eye View Series, this unique portrait presents Portland from a new perspective, capturing the city's essence in a broad and brilliant way. First in the Bird's Eye View Series, this unique portrait presents Portland from a new perspective, capturing the city's essence in a broad and brilliant way. Show less

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An Architectural Guidebook to Portland

An Architectural Guidebook to Portland

by King, Bart

Book - 2007

Portland strikes a unique balance between the rich architectural traditions of the past and the cutting-edge creative developments of modern architecture....Show more Portland strikes a unique balance between the rich architectural traditions of the past and the cutting-edge creative developments of modern architecture. Within a small downtown area can be found 19th-century cast-iron-front buildings, skyscrapers, old brick warehouses, a landmark 1890 train station, historic bridges, and a distinguished assortment of museum, government, and retail buildings. Show less

Portland strikes a unique balance between the rich architectural traditions of the past and the cutting-edge creative developments of modern architecture....Show more Portland strikes a unique balance between the rich architectural traditions of the past and the cutting-edge creative developments of modern architecture. Within a small downtown area can be found 19th-century cast-iron-front buildings, skyscrapers, old brick warehouses, a landmark 1890 train station, historic bridges, and a distinguished assortment of museum, government, and retail buildings. Show less

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Vanport

Vanport

by Maben, Manly

Book - 1987

The story of Vanport City, which was conceived in 1942 as temporary housing for shipyard workers and disappeared in a flood on Memorial Day 1948. The story of Vanport City, which was conceived in 1942 as temporary housing for shipyard workers and disappeared in a flood on Memorial Day 1948. Show less

The story of Vanport City, which was conceived in 1942 as temporary housing for shipyard workers and disappeared in a flood on Memorial Day 1948. The story of Vanport City, which was conceived in 1942 as temporary housing for shipyard workers and disappeared in a flood on Memorial Day 1948. Show less

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The Eagle & the Fort

The Eagle & the Fort

The Story of John McLoughlin

by Morrison, Dorothy Nafus

Book - 1984

A biography of the man who was the chief factor and developer of Fort Vancouver for the Hudson Bay Company. Under his direction the fort became the center of settlement and civilization for the Pacific Northwest. A biography of the man who was the chief factor and developer of Fort Vancouver for the Hudson Bay Company. Under his direction the fort became the center of settlement and civilization for the Pacific Northwest. Show less

A biography of the man who was the chief factor and developer of Fort Vancouver for the Hudson Bay Company. Under his direction the fort became the center of settlement and civilization for the Pacific Northwest. A biography of the man who was the chief factor and developer of Fort Vancouver for the Hudson Bay Company. Under his direction the fort became the center of settlement and civilization for the Pacific Northwest. Show less

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Historic Photos of Portland

Historic Photos of Portland

by Nelson, Donald R.

Book - 2006

Historic Photos of Portland captures the past through photographs from the city's finest archives. Historic Photos of Portland captures the past through photographs from the city's finest archives. Show less

Historic Photos of Portland captures the past through photographs from the city's finest archives. Historic Photos of Portland captures the past through photographs from the city's finest archives. Show less

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Remembering Portland

Remembering Portland

by Nelson, Donald R.

Book - 2010

By the mid nineteenth century, the city of Portland was a vibrant cultural center of the West. Through the late 1800s, two world wars, and into the modern...Show more By the mid nineteenth century, the city of Portland was a vibrant cultural center of the West. Through the late 1800s, two world wars, and into the modern era, Portland has continued to grow and prosper by overcoming adversity and maintaining the strong, independent culture of its citizens. Show less

By the mid nineteenth century, the city of Portland was a vibrant cultural center of the West. Through the late 1800s, two world wars, and into the modern...Show more By the mid nineteenth century, the city of Portland was a vibrant cultural center of the West. Through the late 1800s, two world wars, and into the modern era, Portland has continued to grow and prosper by overcoming adversity and maintaining the strong, independent culture of its citizens. Show less

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African Americans of Portland

African Americans of Portland

by Oregon Black Pioneers

Book - 2013

The prolific journey of African Americans in Portland is rooted in the courageous determination of black pioneers to begin anew in an unfamiliar and often hostile territory. The prolific journey of African Americans in Portland is rooted in the courageous determination of black pioneers to begin anew in an unfamiliar and often hostile territory. Show less

The prolific journey of African Americans in Portland is rooted in the courageous determination of black pioneers to begin anew in an unfamiliar and often hostile territory. The prolific journey of African Americans in Portland is rooted in the courageous determination of black pioneers to begin anew in an unfamiliar and often hostile territory. Show less

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Our Portland Story

Our Portland Story

Volume One : A Project Founded by Melissa Delzio

Book - 2010

We sought submissions of stories from Portlanders of all walks of life and paired those stories with local designers to create artful snapshots of the city and its people at this place in time. We sought submissions of stories from Portlanders of all walks of life and paired those stories with local designers to create artful snapshots of the city and its people at this place in time. Show less

We sought submissions of stories from Portlanders of all walks of life and paired those stories with local designers to create artful snapshots of the city and its people at this place in time. We sought submissions of stories from Portlanders of all walks of life and paired those stories with local designers to create artful snapshots of the city and its people at this place in time. Show less

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Out & About With Kids

Out & About With Kids

Portland

Book - 1997-

The ultimate family guide for fun and learin The ultimate family guide for fun and learin Show less

The ultimate family guide for fun and learin The ultimate family guide for fun and learin Show less

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Central Library

Central Library

Portland's Crown Jewel

by Ritz, Richard E.

Book - 2000

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Northwest Kid Trips

Northwest Kid Trips

Portland, Seattle, Vancouver, Victoria

by Shinn, Lora

Book - 2010

With humor, a sense of adventure, and sensitivity to family-budget issues, author Lora Shinn guides travelers through four vibrant Northwest cities, presenting itineraries and options that are uniquely geared for families with children in tow. With humor, a sense of adventure, and sensitivity to family-budget issues, author Lora Shinn guides travelers through four vibrant Northwest cities, presenting itineraries and options that are uniquely geared for families with children in tow. Show less

With humor, a sense of adventure, and sensitivity to family-budget issues, author Lora Shinn guides travelers through four vibrant Northwest cities, presenting itineraries and options that are uniquely geared for families with children in tow. With humor, a sense of adventure, and sensitivity to family-budget issues, author Lora Shinn guides travelers through four vibrant Northwest cities, presenting itineraries and options that are uniquely geared for families with children in tow. Show less

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Larry Gets Lost in Portland

Larry Gets Lost in Portland

by Skewes, John

Book - 2012

In Larry the adorable pooch's latest adventure, he goes on vacation with Pete and the family to Portland, Oregon. In Larry the adorable pooch's latest adventure, he goes on vacation with Pete and the family to Portland, Oregon. Show less

In Larry the adorable pooch's latest adventure, he goes on vacation with Pete and the family to Portland, Oregon. In Larry the adorable pooch's latest adventure, he goes on vacation with Pete and the family to Portland, Oregon. Show less

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Portland ABC

Portland ABC

by Skewes, John

Book - 2014

Larry and his friend Pete see Portland from A (Art Museum) to Z (Portland Zoo), and everything in between. H is for Hawthorne Bridge, P is for Powell's Bo...Show more Larry and his friend Pete see Portland from A (Art Museum) to Z (Portland Zoo), and everything in between. H is for Hawthorne Bridge, P is for Powell's Books, and W is for Willamette River--children can learn their ABCs and about their hometown! How many letters can you find around you? Show less

Larry and his friend Pete see Portland from A (Art Museum) to Z (Portland Zoo), and everything in between. H is for Hawthorne Bridge, P is for Powell's Bo...Show more Larry and his friend Pete see Portland from A (Art Museum) to Z (Portland Zoo), and everything in between. H is for Hawthorne Bridge, P is for Powell's Books, and W is for Willamette River--children can learn their ABCs and about their hometown! How many letters can you find around you? Show less

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