"Presents the full text of the Pledge of Allegiance in both its original version and in a translated version using everyday language. Describes the events that led to the creation of the pledge and it
Describes the growth of cities, using San Francisco as an example of how a city overcomes obstacles to grow and thrive, and Bodie, California, as an example of how a city declines and becomes a ghost
Vivid storytelling and authentic dialogue bring American history to life and place readers in the shoes of real people who experienced some of the most pivotal moments of the American Revolution. Unre
It’s the late 1700s. Tensions are brewing between the American colonies and Great Britain. The Revolutionary War is about to begin. Will you: Help the network of patriot spies in your city? OR
Everything in this book happened to real people. And YOU CHOOSE what side you’re on and what you do next. The choices you make could lead you to survival or to death. In the You Choose Books set, only
The Axis are a powerful force in World War II. Learning their secrets gives the Allies a chance to stop them. Will you: Fly the deadly skies to take pictures of German military sites? Share secrets th
Everyone has a secret. But in the war between the colonies and the king, keeping a secret is a dangerous thing. The first American spies belonged to secret societies and rebel organizations. The Briti
Imagine being asked to explore an unknown part of the country. That's exactly what happened to Daniel Boone in the mid-1700s. Boone and others cut a path through the wilderness of Kentucky and Virgini
No taxation without representation! The colonists in America are rising up against the British government. It's the start of the American Revolution! Will you:A A Fight as a colonist or British soldie
"Should the United States stay a small country or expand across the continent of North America? That was the question in 1804, when the United States had a chance to buy the huge Louisiana Territory f
Contains the stories of children who made a difference by helping others, including feeding the hungry, giving toys to children who have suffered disasters, and warning beach goers of an impending tsu
This fascinating series examines some of the most influential documents in U.S. history. Each book provides in-depth information about a famous primary source document and includes material about the
"Describes life during the Aztec Empire. The readers' choices reveal the historical details of life as a worker, a warrior, and a European explorer"--Provided by publisher.
This fascinating series examines some of the most influential documents in U.S. history. Each book provides in-depth information about a famous primary source document and includes material about the
A series that introduces middle-grade readers to some of the most fascinating people who have played a role in the history of the United States, providing information about their childhoods, families,
Travel back to a time when: All children wore dresses, even boys. Chasing a pig was a form of entertainment. Step into the lives of the colonists, and get the scoop on clothes, homes, and daily life i
Travel back to a time when: No one knew what germs were or that they made you sick. People believed the moon had magical powers. Step into the lives of the colonists, and learn the cold, hard facts ab
Presents information on historic floods in history, from the deadly flood in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, to modern floods in the southern United States and Bangladesh, and describes some measures to prev
Presents eyewitness accounts of some of the most powerful tornadoes in history, and describes how tornadoes form, the damage they can cause, and how to survive a tornado.
Recounts the impact of hurricanes through personal narratives of different children who survived four major hurricanes of the past, with descriptions of some of the efforts being made to protect areas
It's the late 1700s. Tensions are brewing between the American colonies and Great Britain. The Revolutionary War is about to begin. Will you: Help the network of patriot spies in your city? OR Fight f
Discusses the importance of poetry in modern music, its historical significance, and different styles of poetry, and suggests writing and speaking activities.
"Describes the events of World War II and explains the significance of the war today. The reader's choices reveal the historical details from the perspective of a member of the Dutch resistance, a Can
Describes the events surrounding the Boston Massacre in 1770 through the interactive adventures of an apprentice, a British soldier, and John Hancock's maid
