History - Kids

SUPERHERO LIKE ME: THE TRUE STORY OF CHAMPIONS WHO CHANGED THE WORLD is a vibrant and adventurous learning experience that invites readers to explore the courageous and riveting stories of more than 30 authentic leaders of the past and present whose contributions to the...

Explore the many forms money has taken around the world and through history, from doubloons of ages past to contemporary credit cards.Author: Betsy MaestroISBN-10: 0688133045ISBN-13: 9780688133047Publisher: HarperCollinsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/25/1995Pages: 48Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.48lbsSize: 10.34h x 9.00w x 0.17dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 5.8Point Value: 1Interest Level: Upper...

Marvelosissimothe Mathematical Magicianmeasures magnificently Your favorite wizard is back -- and ready to explore the invention of length, weight, and volume measurements. How tall is Moonbeam, the unicorn? How long are the whiskers of Jello, the cat? And just how heavy is that darling...

A strong sea breeze and a ship on the horizon Aye, it'll be a good day to be a pirate. Have you ever wondered why pirates became pirates? Read on to know why.Author: Liam O'DonnellISBN-10: 1410987035ISBN-13: 9781410987037Publisher: RaintreeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2017Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.75lbsSize: 9.50h...

America, always revered as the land of opportunity, is rich in stories about ambitious, determined individuals who worked hard and built businesses of their own. Yet, few people know about the many African American entrepreneurs who helped shape the American dream. This collection brings...

This coursebook with Cambridge Elevate edition covers Paper 1, Prescribed Subject 5: Conflict and Intervention of the History for the IB Diploma syllabus for first assessment in 2017. A brand new title in our second edition series to support study of the revised syllabus,...

A new series of bespoke, full-coverage resources developed for the AQA 2015 A/AS Level History. Written for the AQA A/AS Level History specifications for first teaching from 2015, this print Student Book covers The Sun King: Louis XIV, France and Europe, 1643-1715 Depth component....

A compelling narrative of Jewish history from Biblical times to the present day. Written for young adults, it provides the historical basis for an exploration of Jewish identity rooted in Jewish cultural literacy and traditions of social justice.Author: Mitchell SilverISBN-10: 061595734XISBN-13: 9780615957340Publisher: Boston Workmen's...

Over the course of history men and women have lived and died. In fact, getting sick and dying can be a big, ugly mess--especially before the modern medical care that we all enjoy today. "How They Croaked "relays all the gory details of how...

This is a book arising from the first Women's Marches on January 21, 2017 written by retired teacher and principal Dr. Penny Mc Donald from the US Pacific Northwest. The simple English text recognizes the variety of marches all over the world on that...

Every dollar travels from person to person in a different way. Matt finds a dollar on his way home from school and uses it to buy shoelaces from Eric. Eric spends the dollar on bubble gum at the corner store. Jennifer, who happens to...

Where can you eat dinner under the sea? Which country has the most pyramids? Can a church become a swimming pool?Including a stunning central gatefold map that opens out to reveal where all 80 structures are located, this book is a visual celebration of...

Climbing to the top of the world is no small feat. For Edmund Hillary and his partner, reaching the top of Mount Everest took dedication, patience, and a whole lot of guts. With little oxygen to breathe and little energy to carry them further,...

This title looks at adventure world records and gives information related to the types of records broken and the people who have earned them. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simple text, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards...

This title looks at accidental world records and gives information related to the types of records broken and the people who have earned them. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simple text, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards...

Why did Lewis and Clark explore the American West? After whom is America named? Has the ship Endurance endured? True or False?: Explorers is here with answers to these questions and more! The True or False? series reveals the surprising truths behind common misconceptions...

Nine kid-friendly questions take elementary readers behind the scenes of Disney to spark their curiosity about the brand's history, products, and cultural impact. A Stay Curious! feature models research skills while simple infographics support visual literacy.Author: Rachel GrackISBN-10: 1645493261ISBN-13: 9781645493266Publisher: AmicusLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/15/2023Pages: 1Format:...

Nine kid-friendly questions give elementary readers an inside look at YouTube to spark their curiosity about the brand's history, users, and cultural impact. A Stay Curious! feature models research skills while simple infographics support visual literacy.Author: Rachel GrackISBN-10: 1645493318ISBN-13: 9781645493310Publisher: AmicusLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/15/2023Format: Library...

The people of the Navajo Nation have lived in North America for hundreds of years. Discover this amazing nation, its proud history, and how its members continue to honor their culture today. Learn about traditional Navajo foods, art, and homes. Read about great leaders...

About the BookThere are many names quickly recognized in the battle for civil rights: Martin Luther King Jr., Ruby Bridges, and Rosa Parks - but another you should learn of is Barbara Johns, a sixteen-year-old African American from Farmville, Virginia, who, in 1951, organized...

The Darker Side of Wight is a collection of twelve spine chilling stories from the pen of Peter J Murray, set in his favorite location, the Isle of Wight; or as Peter would say, 'The Isle of Fright'! The island's diverse local history combined...

Author: Tim CookeISBN-10: 8885095178ISBN-13: 9798885095174Publisher: Bearport PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2023Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.20lbsSize: 8.74h x 5.91w x 0.32dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 5.8Point Value: 0.5Interest Level: Middle GradeQuiz #/Name: 519581 / Crashing in Flames! the Hindenburg Disaster, 1937

While many New Yorkers are up all night in the City That Never Sleeps, so are ghosts. For over 400 years, millions of people have lived--and died--in the city. If you take a tour, watch out for phantoms! Get ready to read four scary...

Do you know the story of Columbus and his 1492 voyage across the Atlantic Ocean? What does 19th century immigration have to do with it? The history stories you think you know may not be what they seem. Find out how and why myths...

This title looks at eating world records and gives information related to the types of records broken and the people who have earned them. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simple text, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards...

This masterful work of history offers a sweeping overview of human civilization, from the earliest hunter-gatherer societies to the modern age. With a lively and engaging prose style, the author illuminates the key events, figures, and cultural movements that have shaped our world, providing...

Discover the exciting and dangerous lives of spies and secret agents from Blue Peter Award-winning David Long and rising star Terri Po. A single spy can save thousands of lives. Spies and secret agents have been hard at work for centuries, risking their lives,...

This title explores the exciting sport of baton twirling by looking at its history, techniques, equipment, and how people compete in the sport today. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a...

Grace and the Flag tells the story of Grace Wisher, a real-life 13-year-old African American indentured servant in the early 1800s who made a little-known, but significant contribution to American history during a time of rampant discrimination and injustice. Indeed, Grace made a very...

In this engaging biography, readers will learn about the developer of the yo-yo, Pedro Flores. Follow the story of Flores as he popularizes the toy through his Yo-Yo Manufacturing Company then teams up with Donald F. Duncan to create the Duncan yo-yo! Along the...

From dangerous pirates to cold-blooded killers, there have been many different criminals throughout the past. Find out all about the hideous history of some cruel crimes. This engaging hi-lo book draws in 6th and 7th grade readers with crazy content while a 3rd to...

This title introduces baseball fans to the history of the Baltimore Orioles 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...

This title introduces baseball fans to the history of the Colorado Rockies 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...

This title introduces baseball fans to the history of the Arizona Diamondbacks 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...

This title introduces baseball fans to the history of the Toronto Blue Jays 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...

This title introduces baseball fans to the history of the Cincinnati Reds 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...

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...

This title introduces baseball fans to the history of the San Francisco Giants 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...

This title introduces baseball fans to the history of the Washington Nationals 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...

This title introduces baseball fans to the history of the Minnesota Twins 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...

This title introduces baseball fans to the history of the Miami Marlins 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...

This title introduces baseball fans to the history of the Oakland Athletics 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...

This title introduces baseball fans to the history of the Texas Rangers 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...

This title introduces baseball fans to the history of the St. Louis Cardinals 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...

Sweet Life highlights the rich, creamy, crave-worthy ice cream that is dipped, topped, syruped, and sprinkled to perfection. There are hundreds of interesting and unique flavors to choose from. But who thinks of those flavors, and how are they made? Where did the first...

Named a 5th- 6th Grade Honor Book by the Austin Young Engineer's Award 2003-2004 From old favorites like Monticello, Falling Water, and the Chrysler Building, to lesser-known treasures like Bernard Maybeck's First Church of Christ, Scientist (in Berkeley, California), the buildings that Janice Weaver...

This comprehensive look at pro baseball records covers everything from Joe DiMaggio's seemingly untouchable 56-game hitting streak to the lowly 1988 Baltimore Orioles' unmatched 21 straight losses to open a season. Among the record highs and lows, budding fans will find loads of awe-inspiring...

The book "" Founding Father "" has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole...

The book "" The Courtship of Miles Standish; With Suggestions for Study and Notes "" has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a...

About the BookMoses Goes to School is a story that has never been told. From Moses' rescue from the Nile to age forty, the Bible is nearly silent. However, the science of Archeology can tell us much about the African civilization that educated Moses....