Natalie and the Nazi Soldiers
Winner! 2023 The Wishing Shelf Book Awards - Books for 6 - 8 year oldsIn 1944 in the German-occupied French countryside, a Jewish girl's quest to save her favorite piglet takes a dangerous turn when she runs into a Nazi officer. Will she manage to keep her secret?Based on a true story, this book is appropriate for early readers.
The People of the Renaissance & Reformation
THE TOP 30 HISTORICAL PEOPLE OF THE RENAISSANCE & REFORMATION! While this book is meant to supplement our older-student Color Thru History book, it can stand alone as an early introduction to these great historical figures.
Shakespeare's The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet, Adapted for Today by L. J. Lynn
More than 400 years ago, William Shakespeare dramatized a story of love that in many forms had been told before and many more times had been depicted later. It is the kind of story that lives eternally in the minds and hearts of youth and diehard romanticists. Take the language out and change the scene, you have West Side Story. Keep the language in and add the forbidden female roles to film, you have Franco Zeffirelli's 1968 version with Leonard Whiting and Olivia Hussey. Keep the language but change the venue with modernized weaponry, you have the Baz Luhrmann version in 1996 with Leonardo DiCaprio and Claire Danes portraying the star-crossed lovers. What more could be done? The Elizabethan language had its beauty of descriptive, figurative language replete with metaphors, similes, and aethereal allusions. The language left the viewer, whether a common groundling at the edge of the stage or a sophisticated noble ensconced in the more expensive upper tiers, dumbfounded with adulation for the actors who expressed their varied emotions with lengthy harangues, vicious diatribes, and mangled metaphysical conceits perpetrated centuries before their time. For most, it may have been like listening to an un-orchestrated opera in which the actors performed their parts so well that their actions conveyed the message better than the words, which, as if in a foreign language, offered no insight into the meaning of whatever it was that was really going on. Enter a new rendition to parallel the original. Change the language and keep the feelings, the emotions, the passion, and the rhythm and rhyme as it was intended. Give the modern ear what it understands in a language it recognizes. Juliet is intelligent and coy, like her readers and contemporary viewers, who understand her feelings because they have them as well. Shouldn't they also understand her words? What boy, without a degree in language arts, etymology, and syntactical grammar construction, wooing his beloved, would know how to respond to Juliet's query on the balcony when she discovers someone lurking in the garden below: What man art thou that thus bescreen'd in night so stumblest on my counsel? She really wants to know: Who's there? This rendition puts it that way, simply, to the point, and with the wry attempts at humor that Shakespeare so deftly imposed upon his audience.
Friends, Though Divided
Friends Though Divided is a book written by G. A. Henty. The narration opens when England is on the verge of a civil war in the year 1642. The two heroes in this story are Cavalier Harry Furness and Herbert Rippinghall. While Herbert, a Roundhead, backs the Parliamentarians, Harry, a Royalist, supports the monarch in their region. Do they interact with several historical characters, including three other personalities? Who will triumph in the power struggle? Will Harry and Herbert continue to be friends? But Friends will address all of these issues and more. by G. A. Henty divided. How will these two young men maintain their friendship and their moral integrity during this chaotic and difficult time? This work, which is set in mid-17th-century England, Ireland, and Bermuda, has many facts about the modern reader with geography, history, and explanations.
The People of the Ancient World
THE TOP 30 HISTORICAL PEOPLE OF THE ANCIENT WORLD!While this book is meant to supplement our older-student Color Thru History book, it can stand alone as an early introduction to these great historical figures.
The People of the Middle Ages
The Top 30 Historical People of the Middle Ages!While this book is meant to supplement our older-student Color Thru History(TM) book, it can stand alone as an early introduction to these great historical figures.
20 Things You Didn’t Know about U.S. Monuments
In the nation's capital and throughout the country, many important monuments honor important people and periods from the United States' history. The idea of visiting or learning more about these monuments may sound boring, right? Wrong! This book will lead students through a fascinating trip to many U.S. monuments through fun facts and colorful photographs. Did you know that the Washington Monument was an unfinished stump for more than 20 years? Or that the original design for the Statue of Liberty was very different from the current statue? Learn more in this intriguing book!
Grandma (Almost) Becomes Queen
Grandma is fascinated by the Kings and Queens of England, but a day-trip to Windsor Royal Park has unexpected and perilous consequences when she and Gertrude travel back in time. Will they escape with their heads still attached? Find out who wants to marry Grandma, and why she runs for her life!
The People of Early Civilization
THE TOP 30 HISTORICAL PEOPLE OF EARLY CIVILIZATION! While this book is meant to supplement our older-student Color Thru History book, it can stand alone as an early introduction to these great historical figures.
Brave Elizabeth 2022
Have you ever wondered what it was like for a President of the United States to grow up? Read this story about President Andrew Jackson's mom, Elizabeth Jackson. The Revolutionary War came to her doorstep. What did she do? How did she survive?
The Wild River and the Great Dam
A BOOKLIST TOP TEN SCI-TECH READ - Discover the complicated history behind the construction of Hoover Dam--one of the country's most recognizable and far-reaching landmarks--and its lasting political and environmental effects on the Colorado River and the American West. ★ "In this detailed and informative work, Boughton chronicles the construction of the Hoover Dam via compellingly comprehensive text." --Publishers Weekly, starred review ★ "This well-written narrative is bound to become the authority on this modern American marvel." --Booklist, starred review At the time of its completion in 1936, Hoover Dam was the biggest dam in the world and the largest feat of architecture and engineering in the country--a statement of national ambition and technical achievement. It turned the wild Colorado River into a tame and securely managed water source, transforming millions of acres of desert into farmland while also providing water and power to the fast-growing population of the Southwest. The concrete monolith quickly became a symbol of American ingenuity; however, its history is laden with contradiction. It provided work for thousands, but it was a dangerous project that exploited desperate workers during the Depression. It helped secure the settlement and economies of the Southwest, but at the expense of Indigenous peoples and the environment; and it created a dependency on the Colorado River's water, which is under threat from overuse and climate change. Weaving together elements of engineering, geography, and political and socioeconomic history, and drawing heavily from unpublished oral histories taken from dam workers and their families, Simon Boughton's thoughtful and compelling debut--featuring historical photographs throughout--follows the construction and impact of Hoover Dam, and how its promise of abundance ultimately created a river in crisis today. A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection
The People of Early Civilization
THE TOP 30 HISTORICAL PEOPLE OF EARLY CIVILIZATION! While this book is meant to supplement our older-student Color Thru History book, it can stand alone as an early introduction to these great historical figures.
Weird But True Know-It-All: Middle Ages
The Middle Ages come to life in this latest installment in the hit Weird But True Know-It-All series, featuring stories of legendary rulers, epic castles, menacing weaponry, and more! Vikings are known for being fierce warriors. But did you know that they used tug-of-war to train for battle--and that the losing team was pulled into a pit of fire? Europe was ravaged by the plague during the Middle Ages. But did you know that the secret ingredient in one cure concocted by medieval doctors was ... "dragons' blood"?! Go beyond the Middle Ages of Europe to explore great empires around the globe, including Ottoman, Shona, Aztec, and the Song dynasty. From Joan of Arc to Genghis Khan, incredible inventions to eyebrow-raising medieval medicines, you'll know it all by the time you finish this book. Packed with important historical information along with the wackiest and weirdest facts ever about the Middle Ages!Complete your collection with: Weird But True Know-It-All U.S. PresidentsWeird But True Know-It-All Greek MythologyWeird But True Know-It-All Ancient Egypt Weird But True Know-It-All Rocks and Minerals
Everything You Need to Ace U.S. History in One Big Fat Notebook, 2nd Edition
From the brains behind Brain Quest comes the 2nd edition of the revolutionary U.S. history study guide. Updated to include recent history and revised to reflect a more complete, balanced recounting of historical events. Big Fat Notebooks offer the support of a knowledgeable teacher in the form of an approachable peer--the notes of smartest kid in class. Everything You Need to Ace U.S. History in One Big Fat Notebook is the same indispensable resource so many students depend on, updated with new and improved content covering Indigenous history in the U.S., the legacies of slavery, exploration, colonization, and imperialism, and significant current events through 2022, including the COVID-19 pandemic, political protests, the most recent presidential election, and historic nominations to the Supreme Court. It will be the cutting-edge reference for students as education styles shift toward this informed approach to history. The Big Fat Notebooks meet Common Core State Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and state history standards, and are vetted by National and State Teacher of the Year Award-winning teachers. They make learning fun, and are the perfect next step for every kid who grew up on Brain Quest.
Questions I Am Asked about the Holocaust
A young readers' edition of the bestselling book from Auschwitz survivor H矇di Fried that answers lasting questions about the Holocaust. H矇di Fried was nineteen when the Nazis arrested her family and transported them to Auschwitz. While there, apart from enduring the daily horrors at the concentration camp, she and her sister were forced into hard labor before being released at the end of the war. After settling in Sweden, H矇di devoted her life to educating young people about the Holocaust. In her 90s, she decided to take the most common questions, and her answers, and turn them into a book so that children all over the world could understand what had happened. This is a deeply human book that urges us never to forget and never to repeat. "Timeless lessons taught with simple eloquence." --Kirkus Reviews The perfect conversation starter for educators to teach young people about the reality of the Holocaust from lived experience. Wonderful companion piece to Art Speigelman's Maus. In the wake of recent reports that a shocking proportion of young people in the US know little to nothing about the Holocaust, alongside a concerning new wave of antisemitism in the US and Europe, this deeply personal first-hand account is especially timely.
Alias Anna
A Sydney Taylor Book Award 2023 Middle Grade Notable! A Jewish Book Council Award Middle Grade Finalist! The moving true story of how young Ukrainian Jewish piano prodigies Zhanna (alias "Anna") and her sister Frina outplayed their pursuers while hiding in plain sight during the Holocaust. A middle grade nonfiction novel-in-verse by award-winning author Susan Hood with Greg Dawson (Zhanna's son).She wouldn't be Zhanna. She'd use an alias. A for Anna. A for alive.When the Germans invade Ukraine, Zhanna, a young Jewish girl, must leave behind her friends, her freedom, and her promising musical future at the world's top conservatory. With no time to say goodbye, Zhanna, her sister Frina, and their entire family are removed from their home by the Nazis and forced on a long, cold, death march. When a guard turns a blind eye, Zhanna flees with nothing more than her musical talent, her beloved sheet music, and her father's final plea: "I don't care what you do. Just live." This incredible true story in-verse about sisterhood, survival, and music is perfect for fans of Lifeboat 12, Inside Out and Back Again, and Alan Gratz.Includes extensive back matter with original letters and photographs, additional information, and materials for further reading.A NERDY BOOK CLUB 2022 BEST NOVEL-IN-VERSE BOOK!A NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY 2022 BEST BOOK FOR KIDS!A CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY BEST INFORMATIONAL BOOKS FOR YOUNGER READERS OF 2022!
Build Your Own Aliens Sticker Book
Build 11 of the strangest, deadliest, most awesome aliens in the galaxy with the inspiring stickers in this book. The scenes to complete include a giant alien with trailing tentacles that crackle with lightning and a mysterious warrior from another dimension. With statistics for each alien's size, intelligence and attack force.
The Great Irish History Book
Join historian Myles Dungan as he takes you an historical trip back in time to visit the Ancient Celts.Join historian Myles Dungan as he guides you through the history of our amazing island. Take an historical trip back in time to visit the ancient celts, sail away on a famine ship or join the 1916 rebels in the GPO. Discover leaders, thinkers and fighters and learn how our ancestors lived and worked in forts, castles and cottages.The latest book in the Gill Books series of important topics tackled by experts, this engaging history introduces Ireland's most significant people, history and culture to readers of all ages.With clear text and bright illustrations, this book is for anyone who wants to understand more about Ireland, its history and its people.
The Art of War
Originally written in Chinese by Sunzi and Wutzu as The Articles of Suntzu and The Sayings of Wutzu and translated into English by Captain Everard Ferguson Calthrop, The Book of War: The Military Classic of the Far East is one of the most expansive works of literature on warfare in Chinese literature. Written during a time when China was a mosaic of different principles and ambitions, Suntzu put war tactics and strategies in words, spelling out when to go to war, what to do and what not to do while at war, and how to treat one's enemy if victory is the ultimate goal. The Japanese applied these war strategies more than the Chinese where generations of soldiers swore by Sunzi and Wutzu. Captain E.F. Ferguson translated these war strategies into English, and even though we know not much about these Chinese masters, except the ruthlessness of Sunzi and the immorality of Wutzu, the translation immortalizes them in these words and pages.
Nationalism
Nationalism is a collection of lectures delivered by Rabindranath Tagore in Japan, in 1916. This collection is divided into three essays: Nationalism in Japan, Nationalism in the West, and Nationalism in India. During the time when these lectures were delivered, the First World War was unfolding. Tagore's lectures critiquing nationalism led to a mixed response. The lectures critique the concepts of nation and nationalism that turn men and women away from their self-sacrificing and creative nature. Tagore cautions us against aggressive imperialistic tendencies of nationalism found in the West and Japan. He proposes an alternate definition of nationalism for India-one that is shaped through the works of medieval mystics, poets and spiritual figures, such as Guru Nanak, Sant Kabir Das, and Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. Tagore's thoughts on nation and nationalism bore a lasting influence on Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru. Interestingly, Tagore criticized Gandhi's Non-cooperation Movement as narrow, and dangerous. In his infamous meeting with Gandhi in 1921, he focused on India's hospitality and the country's potential to contribute towards creating a more united world. These discussions helped Gandhi rework the meaning of nationalism. Tagore's ideas on diversity and inclusivity went on to help Nehru shape up his vision of India as a synthesis between tradition and modernity.
United States of America, States, Capitals and More
Learn the history of The United States of AmericaComic strip author, James R. Bower takes on America in this young adult historical reference book on how this country became The United States. Learn the capitals of each state, state birds, mammals, flowers, and more. Everything you want to learn about nation symbols.
Ancient Egypt for Kids
Do you wish to expand your child's knowledge of the modern and ancient world and are considering Egypt because of its rich history - from the pyramids to mummies and everything in between?And are you looking for a colorful book that is specially designed for the curious mind to make the whole learning process fun and enjoyable for your little one?If you've answered YES, Let this book serve as the perfect introduction to ancient Egypt for your kids in a way that he/she will probably want to visit Egypt!Ancient Egypt was a marvel, and it's no wonder that so many movies and cartoons have been produced about the country's history.But if you desire your child to learn and retain information about ancient Egypt, a fun kids' book is the way to go since reading promotes not only comprehension but also boosts your child's imagination.I know you might be wondering...Is this book meant for a specific age group?Not really! As long as your child can read, this book is perfect for them.Just how simple is the language used?The language used is 100% child-friendly, and your child can read and follow through on their own.Mummies can get pretty scary. Just how friendly are the images?Don't worry; there is nothing scary about the wide-eyes, smiling mummies in this book! We understand that the goal here is to help your child understand the concept and not scare them with graphic pictures.More precisely, this book features: All the important facts about the rich history of ancient Egypt written in a simple to understand languageFun, colorful accompanying pictures that will help drive the point home and give your child a visual idea of what they will learn while readingEach page comes in a unique theme and contains unique images, all ancient Egypt relatedThe book comes in a story-book vibe so that your child can enjoy reading it without feeling like they are reading a history bookThe book also comes in strong and durable paper and cover for durabilityAnd so much more!Indeed if you've been looking for the perfect book for kids to learn about ancient Egypt, then you've finally found it! Even if your child is not really into history, this book will pique their interest in history and hold it so they can constantly want to read more about the ancient world!
Holocaust Narratives
Holocaust Narratives: Trauma, Memory and Identity Across Generations analyzes individual multi-generational frameworks of Holocaust trauma to answer one essential question: How do these narratives change to not only transmit the trauma of the Holocaust - and in the process add meaning to what is inherently an event that annihilates meaning - but also construct the trauma as a connector to a past that needs to be continued in the present? Meaningless or not, unspeakable or not, unknowable or not, the trauma, in all its impossibilities and intractabilities, spawns literary and scholarly engagement on a large scale. Narrative is the key connector that structures trauma for both individual and collective.
United States of America, States, Capitals and More
Learn the history of The United States of AmericaComic strip author, James R. Bower takes on America in this young adult historical reference book on how this country became The United States. Learn the capitals of each state, state birds, mammals, flowers, and more. Everything you want to learn about nation symbols.
Lonely Planet Kids Amazing Ancient World Atlas 1 1
Unearth our ancient world, continent by continent, with this amazing kids atlas. Explore over 40 historical cultures, societies and civilizations from across the planet. Mind-blowing maps bring history to life and show the rise and fall of mighty empires over time. Plus discover where the remains of our planet's ancient history can be found today!From the Persian Empire to Ancient China, the Stone Age to Ancient Egypt, this definitive guide to our ancient world takes kids on a tour across our historical planet and explains the movement of early humans; the first settlements; lost civilizations; archaeologists at work; technological innovations; writing systems and so much more. Bursting with vibrant imagery, photography, and original artwork, budding history buffs can use the awesome maps and timeline to navigate their way through our fascinating past. Inside Amazing Ancient World Atlas: - Comprehensive historical coverage for kids arranged continent by continent from the evolution of humans to extinct tribes, epic empires and even the world's first superpower- Lost cultures, civilizations and societies explained with historical and geographical context to support comprehension and learning- Handy maps, original artwork and wow-factor photographs to keep young readers entertained- Weird and wonderful historical facts for kids to impress their friends with- Covers cultures, civilizations and societies across Western Asia; Central, Southern & Eastern Asia; Europe; Africa; North America; South America; Australia & Oceania Amazing Ancient World Atlas is written by Nancy Dickmann and is the third in Lonely Planet Kids' Amazing Atlas series (including the Amazing World Atlas and the Amazing Night Sky Atlas). Perfect for learning at home, in the classroom or being given as a gift, curious minds will cherish this treasury of ancient history. About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travelers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!
A Stinky History of Toilets
You sit on it every day, but how much do you really know about your toilet? Discover the history of pooping and peeing in this frankly disgusting nonfiction book. Authors Katie Nelson and Olivia Meikle have scoured the toilet bowls and sewers of the world to find out how humans have done their business throughout history. It's time to get to the bottom of toilets! Prepare to be revolted by: - A fossilized Viking turd discovered by archaeologists- The Mongol catapult used to fling smelly poop at their enemies- The reason ancient Romans used pee to wash their clothes Filled with poop facts and vomit-inducing stats, you will also learn how diseases like cholera spread through bad sanitation, why some of the earliest toilets had a tendency to explode, and how medieval kings and queens had special helpers to wipe their bums. Featuring hilarious illustrations by Ella Kasperowicz, it's a history book like no other!
Channel Islands National Park Activity Book
Learn about Channel Islands National Park and have fun at the same time! Activity book for kids ages 8 to 11.Encourage young nature lovers to learn about Channel Islands National Park. This book is filled with fun and educational activities like mazes, mad libs, word games, and puzzles. Play matching games about the plants and animals that live in the park. Learn about Leave No Trace principles and consider your impact on the land. Unscramble names of fish, decode clues about other national parks, observe tidepools, and color some amphibians. Kids will also learn about conservation while using their imaginations to pretend they are a park ranger.This standout activity book includes: - 45 pages of independent activities―Unscramble names of native species of fish, decode clues using the American Manual Alphabet (ASL), practice sound observation, design a souvenir sweatshirt, and more!- Range of adaptable activities for anywhere―The activity pages offer complementary learning with or without a visit to Channel Islands National Park. Activities are appropriate and adaptable so all kids can start learning, no matter where they are.- Important skill-building―By stopping to notice and record what's going on around them, kids will practice important skills like creative thinking, observation, writing, drawing, wilderness safety, and more.This book is great for long car rides, screen-free time, vacation, camping trips, or a trip to Channel Islands National Park.
Medical Corps Heroes of World War II
Here are the stories of the valiant doctors and corpsmen whose job during World War II was to save lives. These courageous noncombatants were present at every battlefront-risking their own lives time after time-to bring medical help to their wounded comrades.As an intelligence officer with the Naval Air Corps in World War II, Wyatt Blassingame served on the islands of Tinian and Okinawa, earning a Bronze Star. He witnessed the work of corpsmen and medics when he visited sick and wounded comrades in hospitals on Hawaii, Saipan, and Okinawa.
Medical Corps Heroes of World War II
Here are the stories of the valiant doctors and corpsmen whose job during World War II was to save lives. These courageous noncombatants were present at every battlefront-risking their own lives time after time-to bring medical help to their wounded comrades.As an intelligence officer with the Naval Air Corps in World War II, Wyatt Blassingame served on the islands of Tinian and Okinawa, earning a Bronze Star. He witnessed the work of corpsmen and medics when he visited sick and wounded comrades in hospitals on Hawaii, Saipan, and Okinawa.
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park Activity Book
Learn about Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and have fun at the same time! Activity book for kids ages 8 to 11.Encourage young nature lovers to learn about Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. This book is filled with fun and educational activities like mazes, mad libs, word games, and puzzles. Play matching games about the plants and animals that live in the park. Learn about Leave No Trace principles and consider your impact on the land. Unscramble names of fish, decode clues about other national parks, make a packing list for a camping trip, and color some amphibians. Kids will also learn about conservation while using their imaginations to pretend they are a park ranger.This standout activity book includes: - 45 pages of independent activities―Design your own starry constellation, decode clues using the American Manual Alphabet (ASL), practice sound observation, color the steep walls of the Black Canyon, and more!- Range of adaptable activities for anywhere―The activity pages offer complementary learning with or without a visit to Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. Activities are appropriate and adaptable so all kids can start learning, no matter where they are.- Important skill-building―By stopping to notice and record what's going on around them, kids will practice important skills like creative thinking, observation, writing, drawing, wilderness safety, and more.This book is great for long car rides, screen-free time, vacation, camping trips, or a trip to Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.
George Washington's Engineer
In January 1776, George Washington had a problem: the British army controlled the city of Boston. The colonial army needed to force the British to leave. But how? Washington had a solution: ask his engineer Rufus Putnam to solve the problem. They needed to take control of the high ground, Dorchester Heights, just south of Boston. They could place cannons there to bombard the British army. Cannons on Dorchester Heights meant the colonials needed to build walls to protect their soldiers. But January in Massachusetts was so cold that the ground was frozen. No one could dig foundations for walls. Inspired by a French book, Putnam designed a wall of wood, filled with bundles of sticks. Quartermaster Thomas Mifflin gathered wood, wagons, hay bales and much more from the surrounding countryside. On March 4, 1776, Boston lay under a light fog, while Dorchester Heights saw a full moon. That night, men brought in materials and built a defensive wall, and then brought in cannons. By morning the battle was won, without firing a shot. Putnam's plan had worked! After eight years of occupying Boston, the British sailed away on March 17, 1776. Courage and engineering ingenuity are celebrated in this intriguing story of the role of engineering in the Revolutionary War. Later in life, Rufus Putnam advocated for the establishment of the Corps of Engineers.
George Washington's Engineer
2024 Best STEM Book - National Science Teaching AssociationIn January 1776, George Washington had a problem: the British army controlled the city of Boston. The colonial army needed to force the British to leave. But how? Washington had a solution: ask his engineer Rufus Putnam to solve the problem. They needed to take control of the high ground, Dorchester Heights, just south of Boston. They could place cannons there to bombard the British army. Cannons on Dorchester Heights meant the colonials needed to build walls to protect their soldiers. But January in Massachusetts was so cold that the ground was frozen. No one could dig foundations for walls. Inspired by a French book, Putnam designed a wall of wood, filled with bundles of sticks. Quartermaster Thomas Mifflin gathered wood, wagons, hay bales and much more from the surrounding countryside. On March 4, 1776, Boston lay under a light fog, while Dorchester Heights saw a full moon. That night, men brought in materials and built a defensive wall, and then brought in cannons. By morning the battle was won, without firing a shot. Putnam's plan had worked! After eight years of occupying Boston, the British sailed away on March 17, 1776. Courage and engineering ingenuity are celebrated in this intriguing story of the role of engineering in the Revolutionary War. Later in life, Rufus Putnam advocated for the establishment of the Corps of Engineers.
Corey Cares for Nana! A Story of History, Love, and Respect
Corey wants to one day SOAR to outer space! He is sure that Guion Bluford, the first African-American Astronaut is who he will be for the school's Multicultural Day Celebration UNTIL...He learns a lesson in African-American History from his beloved Nana! The power of who he is and what he can become are wrapped in the pages of an old and tattered photo album. Corey understands that RESPECT is given to those who have sacrificed so much for him. NOW it is his turn to give back and CARE for those who have given so much love and care to him!Sit with Corey and Nana as they take a trip back. You too can find your future in the richness of history! After all... The sky's NO LIMIT to the greatness in YOU!
Mysteries of the Old West
Explore the history of the Old West through thirteen true, unsolved mysteries.The Old West is known for pioneers, cowboys, and bandits, but it was also full of mysteries that remain unsolved to this day. In these thirteen stories told by author and historian E.B. Wheeler, you'll journey back in time to the days of the Wild West. Look for lost treasures in the mountains of Colorado, Utah, and Arizona. Search for missing fur trappers and outlaws in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho. Hunt cold-blooded killers in Wyoming, Montana, and South Dakota. Along the way, you'll hear some eerie legends and a chilling ghost story and learn things you never knew about the American West. ATOS level 7.3 (Lexile equivalent 940), great for ages 10-14 or anyone who loves American history or unsolved mysteries.
Bomb (Graphic Novel)
A riveting graphic novel adaptation of the award-winning nonfiction book, Bomb--the fascinating and frightening true story of the creation behind the most destructive force that birthed the arms race and the Cold War. In December of 1938, a chemist in a German laboratory made a shocking discovery: When placed next to radioactive material, a Uranium atom split in two. That simple discovery launched a scientific race that spanned three continents. In Great Britain and the United States, Soviet spies worked their way into the scientific community; in Norway, a commando force slipped behind enemy lines to attack German heavy-water manufacturing; and deep in the desert, one brilliant group of scientists, led by "father of the atomic bomb" J. Robert Oppenheimer, was hidden away at a remote site at Los Alamos. This is the story of the plotting, the risk-taking, the deceit, and genius that created the world's most formidable weapon. This is the story of the atomic bomb. New York Times bestselling author Steve Sheinkin's award-winning nonfiction book is now available reimagined in the graphic novel format. Full color illustrations from Nick Bertozzi are detailed and enriched with the nonfiction expertise Nick brings to the story as a beloved artist, comic book writer, and commercial illustrator who has written a couple of his own historical graphic novels, including Shackleton and Lewis & Clark. Accessible, gripping, and educational, this new edition of Bomb is perfect for young readers and adults alike. Praise for Bomb (2012): "This superb and exciting work of nonfiction would be a fine tonic for any jaded adolescent who thinks history is 'boring.' It's also an excellent primer for adult readers who may have forgotten, or never learned, the remarkable story of how nuclear weaponry was first imagined, invented and deployed--and of how an international arms race began well before there was such a thing as an atomic bomb." --The Wall Street Journal "This is edge-of-the seat material that will resonate with YAs who clamor for true spy stories, and it will undoubtedly engross a cross-market audience of adults who dozed through the World War II unit in high school." --The Bulletin (starred review) Also by Steve Sheinkin: Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown The Port Chicago 50: Disaster, Mutiny, and the Fight for Civil Rights Undefeated: Jim Thorpe and the Carlisle Indian School Football Team Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam WarBorn to Fly: The First Women's Air Race Across AmericaThe Notorious Benedict Arnold: A True Story of Adventure, Heroism & Treachery Which Way to the Wild West?: Everything Your Schoolbooks Didn't Tell You About Westward Expansion King George: What Was His Problem?: Everything Your Schoolbooks Didn't Tell You About the American Revolution Two Miserable Presidents: Everything Your Schoolbooks Didn't Tell You About the Civil War
The Vietnam War: Timelines, Facts, and Battles
War isn't new in our world, but the Vietnam War was a new sort of war in many ways. Called by some "the first television war," it was the first in which video and audio recording played a huge role in getting the story to people back in the United States, bringing home not only the basic news but the enormous toll that war can take. For better and worse, this helped make it one of the most polarizing wars in U.S. history. This intriguing volume provides context to the war's history, while timelines for both the overall book and its chapters help give further details.
World War I: Timelines, Facts, and Battles
Although World War I has been called "the War to End All Wars," that unfortunately hasn't been the case. However, the so-called Great War did change everything. Millions of people died from battle, illness, and other causes related to the war, and the destruction and death it caused was unprecedented. This absorbing book shows how the war started, as well as its long-standing repercussions. It also provides timelines for the overall war as well as chapter by chapter, and historical photographs give even more context.
The American Revolution: Timelines, Facts, and Battles
The fight for independence was not an easy one for the 13 colonies that became the United States. The Revolutionary War stretched on for decades, including not just battles such as Lexington and Concord, Bunker Hill, and Yorktown but also matters of diplomacy, economics, and politics. In this volume, young history fans will learn about the stories behind many aspects of the war, from the early beginnings of American dissatisfaction with Great Britain to the Treaty of Paris and setting of U.S. borders. Timelines give readers context on the conflict, while historical artwork highlights the people and places of the Revolution.
Tampa Bay Rays
This title introduces baseball fans to the history of the Tampa Bay Rays MLB franchise. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a timeline, team facts, trivia, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Los Angeles Dodgers
This title introduces baseball fans to the history of the Los Angeles Dodgers MLB franchise. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a timeline, team facts, trivia, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Philadelphia Phillies
This title introduces baseball fans to the history of the Philadelphia Phillies MLB franchise. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a timeline, team facts, trivia, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Houston Astros
This title introduces baseball fans to the history of the Houston Astros MLB franchise. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a timeline, team facts, trivia, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
New York Mets
This title introduces baseball fans to the history of the New York Mets MLB franchise. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a timeline, team facts, trivia, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Wampanoag
This title introduces readers to the Wampanoagpeople. Text covers traditional ways of life, including social structure, homes, food, art, clothing, and more. Also discussed is contact with Europeans, as well as how the people keep their culture alive today. Table of contents, map, fun facts, timeline, glossary, and index included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Major Events of the Cold War Conflict with Vietnam, Cuban Missile Crisis and the Sputnik Launch Military History History Book 7th Grade Children's Military Books
Let's take a look at the major events that transpired during the cold war. More specifically, read about the conflict with Vietnam, the Cuban Missile Crisis and the Sputnik Launch. But what will your child get from reading these harrowing facts? The purpose of military history is to showcase how bad decisions led to terrible repercussions. Encourage your child to read. Start today!
Fight for Women's Rights
Study the terms in the Compromise of 1850 and why it has delayed the outbreak of a war between the free and slave states for ten years. Understand what motivated Henry Clay, otherwise known as the "Great Compromiser" to craft the Compromise. Was the goal of the compromise achieved? Read this book to learn more.
The Sleeping Giant Awakens US Joins World War 2 Grade 7 Children's United States History Books
This book summarizes the actions the United States did as a neutral force during the first world war. It will begin with the Neutrality Acts of the 1930s and the Atlantic Chapter. Read about how these acts resound what majority of Americans wanted at the time - support a side but maintain a policy of isolationism. The second chapter will talk about how a Japanese attack prompted America to finally join World War 2.
