Educational: History
St Martin's Press The Port Chicago 50
Book SynopsisAn astonishing World War II military story of civil rights from New York Times bestselling author and Newbery Honor recipient Steve Sheinkin.A National Book Award FinalistA YALSA Award for Excellence in Nonfiction FinalistA School Library Journal Best Book of the YearOn July 17, 1944, a massive explosion rocked the segregated Navy base at Port Chicago, California, killing more than 300 sailors who were at the docks, critically injuring off-duty men in their bunks, and shattering windows up to a mile away. On August 9th, 244 men refused to go back to work until unsafe and unfair conditions at the docks were addressed. When the dust settled, fifty were charged with mutiny, facing decades in jail and even execution.The Port Chicago 50 is a fascinating story of the prejudice and injustice that faced black men and women in America''s armed forces during World War II, and a nuanced look at those who gave their lives in ser
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Square Fish Which Way to the Wild West
Book SynopsisNew York Times bestselling author and Newbery Honor recipient Steve Sheinkin welcomes young readers to the thrilling, tragic, and downright wild historic adventure of America's westward expansion in Which Way to the Wild West? Everything Your Schoolbooks Didn't Tell You About America's Westward Expansion, featuring illustrations by Tim Robinson. 1805: Explorer William Clark reaches the Pacific Ocean and pens the badly spelled line Ocian in view! O! the joy! (Hey, he was an explorer, not a spelling bee champion!)1836: Mexican general Santa Anna surrounds the Alamo, trapping 180 Texans inside and prompting Texan William Travis to declare, I shall never surrender or retreat.1861: Two railroad companies, one starting in the West and one in the East, start a race to lay the most track and create a transcontinental railroad.With a storyteller''s voice and attention to the details that make history real and int
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Square Fish Two Miserable Presidents
Book SynopsisNew York Times bestselling author and Newbery Honor recipient Steve Sheinkin gives young readers the causes and curses that divided America into Union and Confederate nations in Two Miserable Presidents: The Amazing, Terrible, and Totally True Story of the Civil War, illustrated by Tim Robinson. A Bank Street Best Children's Book of the YearA Beacon of Freedom Award Winner Get the feeling something big is about to happen? Welcome to the Civil Warone of the scariest, saddest, and occasionally wackiest stories in American History.1856: Northern and Southern settlers attack each other in Kansas.1858: Congressmen start sneaking guns and knives into the Senate chamber.1860: President James Buchanan is heard wailing, I am the last president of the United States!Unraveling a very complicated string of events--the small things, the personal ones, the big issues--Steve Sheinkin takes r
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St Martin's Press A Storm Too Soon Young Readers Edition
Book SynopsisA spellbinding tale of maritime disaster, survival, and an absolutely daring rescue from Michael J. Tougias, the author of The Finest Hours, which is now a major motion picture. When a forty-seven-foot sailboat disappears in the Gulf Stream during a disastrous storm, it leaves behind three weary sailors struggling to stay alive on a life raft in the throes of violent waves eighty feet tall. This middle-grade adaptation of an adult nonfiction book tells the story of the four intrepid Coast Guardsmen who braved the sea and this ruthless storm, hoping to rescue the stranded sailors.New York Times bestselling author Michael J. Tougias adapts his histories of real life stories for young readers in his True Rescue Series, capturing the heroism and humanity of people on life-saving missions during maritime disasters.More Thrilling True Rescue Books:The Finest Hours (Young Readers Edition)Into the Blizzard (Young Readers Edition)
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St Martin's Press Attacked at Sea Young Readers Edition
Book SynopsisA riveting adaptation for young readers of So Close to Home: A True Story of an American Family''s Fight for Survival During World War II from Michael J. Tougias, the author of the New York Times bestseller The Finest Hours.A Bank Street Best Book of the Year!On May 19, 1942, during WWII, a U-boat in the Gulf of Mexico stalked its prey fifty miles from New Orleans. The submarine set its sights on the freighter Heredia. Most onboard were merchant seamen, but there were also civilians, including the Downs family: Ray and Ina, and their two children. Fast asleep in their berths, the Downs family had no idea that two torpedoes were heading their way. When the ship exploded, chaos ensuedand each family member had to find their own path to survival.This inspiring historical narrative tells the story of the Downs family as they struggle against sharks, hypothermia, blinding oil, drowning, and dehydration in the
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Roaring Brook Press Pocket Bios John F. Kennedy
Book SynopsisA colorfully illustrated, pocket-size picture book biography about John F. Kennedy, 35th President of the United States.John F. Kennedy was an incredibly popular American politician who served as 35th President of the United States from 1961 to 1963, during the Cold War. As president, he most notably supported the African American Civil Rights Movement, authorized the Bay of Pigs invasion on the southern coast of Cuba, and dealt with the Cuban Missile Crisis. His family was greatly admired around the world, and his tragic assassination in Dallas, Texas, had a lasting effect on the American psyche. About the Pocket Bios series:Pocket Bios are full of personality, introducing readers to fascinating figures from history with simple storytelling and cheerful illustrations. Titles include men and women from history, exploration, the sciences, the arts, the ancient world, and more. Looking for biographies about political figures?
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Palgrave USA Chance
Book SynopsisWinner of the SCBWI Golden Kite Award for Illustrated Books for Older ReadersA Publishers Weekly Best Book of 2020A New York Times Best Children''s Book of 2020Kirkus Reviews Best Books of 2020Booklist Best Books of 2020Horn Book Fanfare 2020 BooklistChicago Public Library Best of the Best 2020Jewish Journal Twenty of the Best 2020 (Non-Holiday) Jewish Books for KidsA National Jewish Book Award 2020 Finalist for Middle Grade FictionA 2021 Golden Dome Book Award SelectionHarrowing, engaging and utterly honest. Elizabeth Wein, The New York Times Book ReviewA captivating chronicle of eight turbulent years. The Wall Street JournalFrom a beloved voice in children's literature comes this landmark memoir of hope amid harrowing times and an engaging and unusual Holocaust story.With backlist
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St Martin's Press This Very Tree
Book SynopsisA deeply moving story about community and resilience, from the point-of-view of the Callery pear tree that survived the attacks on September 11, from Eisner Award-nominated author-illustrator Sean Rubin.* A resonant, beautifully rendered testament to life and renewal. Kirkus, starred reviewIn the 1970s, nestled between the newly completed Twin Towers in New York City, a Callery pear tree was planted. Over the years, the tree provided shade for people looking for a place to rest and a home for birds, along with the first blooms of spring. On September 11, 2001, everything changed. The tree's home was destroyed, and it was buried under the rubble. But a month after tragedy struck, a shocking discovery was made at Ground Zero: the tree had survived. Dubbed the Survivor Tree, it was moved to the Bronx to recover. And in the thoughtful care of the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation, the Callery pear was nursed back to hea
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St Martin's Press Jane Against the World
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Pearson Education Abnormal Psychology Global Edition
Book SynopsisTable of ContentsIn this Section: 1. Brief Table of Contents 2. Full Table of Contents 1. Brief Table of Contents: Chapter 1: Examples and Definitions of Abnormal Behavior Chapter 2: Causes of Abnormal Behavior Chapter 3: Treatment of Psychological Disorders Classification and Assessment of Abnormal Behavior Chapter 4: Classification and Assessment of Abnormal Behavior Chapter 5: Mood Disorders and Suicide Chapter 6: Anxiety Disorders and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Chapter 7: Acute and Posttraumatic Stress Disorders, Dissociative Disorders, and Somatic Symptom Disorders Chapter 8: Stress and Physical Health Chapter 9: Personality Disorders Chapter 10: Feeding and Eating Disorders Chapter 11: Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders Chapter 12: Sexual Dysfunctions, Paraphilic Disorders, and Gender Dysphoria Chapter 13: Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders Chapter 14: Neurocognitive Disorders Chapter 15: Intellectual Disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorders Chapter 16: Psychological Disorders of Childhood Chapter 17: Adjustment Disorders and Life-cycle Transitions Chapter 18: Mental Health and the Law 2. Full Table of Contents Chapter 1: Examples and Definitions of Abnormal Behavior Recognizing the Presence of a Disorder Defining Abnormal Behavior Who Experiences Abnormal Behavior? The Mental Health Professions Psychopathology in Historical Context Methods for the Scientific Study of Mental Disorders Chapter 2: Causes of Abnormal Behavior Brief Historical Perspective Systems Theory Biological Factors Psychological Factors Social Factors Chapter 3: Treatment of Psychological Disorders Classification and Assessment of Abnormal Behavior Biological Treatments Psychodynamic Psychotherapies Cognitive-Behavior Therapy Humanistic Therapies Research on Psychotherapy Couple, Family, and Group Therapy Specific Treatments for Specific Disorders Chapter 4: Classification and Assessment of Abnormal Behavior Basic Issues in Classification Classifying Abnormal Behavior Evaluating Classification Systems Basic Issues in Assessment Psychological Assessment Procedures Biological Assessment Procedures Chapter 5: Mood Disorders and Suicide Symptoms Diagnosis Course and Outcome Frequency Causes Treatment Suicide Chapter 6: Anxiety Disorders and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Symptoms of Anxiety Disorders Diagnosis of Anxiety Disorders Frequency of Anxiety Disorders Causes of Anxiety Disorders Treatment of Anxiety Disorders Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders Chapter 7: Acute and Posttraumatic Stress Disorders, Dissociative Disorders, and Somatic Symptom Disorders Acute and Posttraumatic Stress Disorders Dissociative Disorders Somatic Symptom Disorders Chapter 8: Stress and Physical Health Defining Stress Symptoms of Stress Diagnosis of Stres
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Pearson Education Limited Pearson REVISE Edexcel GCSE History Crime and
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Pearson Education Limited Pearson REVISE AQA GCSE History Norman England
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Pearson Education Pearson REVISE AQA GCSE History Elizabethan
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Pearson Education Limited Pearson REVISE AQA GCSE History Britain Power and
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Pearson Education Target Grade 5 Edexcel GCSE 91 History The
Book SynopsisHelp your students catch up, keep up and make expected progress in Edexcel GCSE (9-1) History with this new series of intervention workbooks.
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Pearson Education Limited Pearson REVISE Edexcel GCSE History Early
Book SynopsisThis revision resource is the smart choice for those revising Pearson Edexcel GCSE (9-1) History Early Elizabethan England, 1558-88. It focuses on the skills you need to answer the questions in the exam and included a full-length practice paper.
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WW Norton & Co Nicky Vera
Book SynopsisCaldecott Honoree and Sibert Medalist Peter Sís honours a man who saved hundreds of children from the Nazis.Trade Review"In this beautiful tribute by Peter Sis, we hear the story of Winton, a former banker and Olympic fencer, and Vera, one of the Czech children he saved - and was eventually reunited with. A beautiful story told in stunning pictures and words." -- Alex O'Connell, Best Children's Books for Summer 2021 - The Sunday Times"A story that deserves to be told, and in Peter Sís it’s found the perfect storyteller and illustrator. I read it with fascination and admiration for a man of great goodness and modesty." -- Philip Pullman, author of His Dark Materials"The latest in Sis’s series of picture-book biographies tells the story behind the 1988 reunion on That’s Life! of Sir Nicholas Winton and some of the Jews he rescued as children. It is spectacularly imaginative and will make readers weep." -- Watch Out For, Nicolette Jones - The Sunday Times
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Clarion Books Disasters by the Numbers
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Scholastic Inc. Lost in the Antarctic The Doomed Voyage of the
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Scholastic Inc. Let Liberty Rise How Americas Schoolchildren
Book SynopsisHow did 121,000 Americans save their most beloved icon? Here is an inspiring story about the power we have when we all work together!* This charming history title is a true inspiration for the present. An informative must-have for all libraries. -- School Library Journal, starred reviewAll rise to this evocative, empowering offering. -- Kirkus Reviews[A] true tale of cooperation among all ages. -- Publishers WeeklyOn America''s 100th birthday, the people of France built a giant gift! It was one of the largest statues the world had ever seen -- and she weighed as much as 40 elephants! And when she arrived on our shores in 250 pieces, she needed a pedestal to hold her up. Few of America''s millionaires were willing to foot the bill.Then, Joseph Pulitzer (a poor Hungarian immigrant-cum-newspaper mogul) appealed to his fellow citizens. He invited them to contribute whatever they could, no m
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Scholastic HITLER YOUTH GROWING UP IN HITLERS SHADO
Book SynopsisA Newbery and Sibert Honor Book! A riveting and often chilling story of Germany''s powerful Hitler Youth. A PB edition in an accessible new novel-sized reformat for Scholastic Focus!In this Newbery Honor and Sibert Honor award-winning book, Susan Campbell Bartoletti explores the riveting and often chilling story of Germany''s powerful Hitler Youth groups.By the time Hitler became Chancellor of Germany in 1933, 3.5 million children belonged to the Hitler Youth. It would become the largest youth group in history. Susan Campbell Bartoletti explores how Hitler gained the loyalty, trust, and passion of so many of Germany''s young people. Her research includes telling interviews with surviving Hitler Youth members.I begin with the young. We older ones are used up . . . But my magnificent youngsters! Look at these men and boys! What material! With them, I can create a new world. -- Adolf Hitler, Nuremberg 1933
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Scholastic Inc. Malcolm X By Any Means Necessary Scholastic Focus
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Scholastic Inc. Separate No More The Long Road to Brown v. Board
Book SynopsisCritically acclaimed author Lawrence Goldstone offers an affecting portrait of the road to the landmark Brown v. Board of Education case, which significantly shaped the United States and effectively ended segregation. Since 1896, in the landmark outcome of Plessy v. Ferguson, the doctrine of separate but equal had been considered acceptable under the United States Constitution. African American and white populations were thus segregated, attending different schools, living in different neighborhoods, and even drinking from different water fountains. However, as African Americans found themselves lacking opportunity and living under the constant menace of mob violence, it was becoming increasingly apparent that segregation was not only unjust, but dangerous.Fighting to turn the tide against racial oppression, revolutionaries rose up all over America, from Booker T. Washington to W. E. B. Du Bois. They formed coalitions of some of the greatest legal
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Scholastic Inc. Building the Titanic a True Book The Titanic
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC OCR Classical Civilisation GCSE Route 1
Book SynopsisThis textbook is endorsed by OCR and supports the specification for GCSE Classical Civilisation (first teaching September 2017). It covers the Thematic Study Component 11 and all three Literature and Culture options (Components 2123):Thematic Study: Myth and Religion by Ben GreenleyLiterature and Culture 1: The Homeric World by Dan MenasheLiterature and Culture 2: Roman City Life by James RenshawLiterature and Culture 3: War and Warfare by James RenshawWhy does Greek and Roman mythology remain so popular today? Why is the hero Odysseus such an interesting character? What was it like to watch a gladiatorial fight? Why was the Roman army so successful? This book guides GCSE students to a greater understanding of such issues. The opening chapter examines the lives of women in Greece and Rome, and also focuses on women in myth and legend. The following three chapters invite readers to explore the culture of the Mycenaeans, city life in the Roman world, and ancieTrade ReviewComprehensive, clear and well signposted for GCSE students. We have been waiting a long time for something as good as this. * Stephen Ridley, Durham High School For Girls, UK *Table of ContentsIntroduction How to Use This Book Thematic Study: Myth and Religion Literature and Culture Option 1: The Homeric World Literature and Culture Option 2: Roman City Life Literature and Culture Option 3: War and Warfare Glossary Index
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC OCR Classical Civilisation GCSE Route 2
Book SynopsisThis textbook is endorsed by OCR and supports the specification for GCSE Classical Civilisation (first teaching September 2017). It covers the Thematic Study Component 12 and all three Literature and Culture options (Components 2123):Thematic Study: Women in the Ancient World by Robert Hancock-JonesLiterature and Culture 1: The Homeric World by Dan MenasheLiterature and Culture 2: Roman City Life by James RenshawLiterature and Culture 3: War and Warfare by James RenshawHow much can we know about the lives of women in the ancient world? Why is the hero Odysseus such an interesting character? What was it like to watch a gladiatorial fight? Why was the Roman army so successful? This book guides GCSE students to a greater understanding of such issues. The opening chapter examines the lives of women in Greece and Rome, and also focuses on women in myth and legend. The following three chapters invite readers to explore the culture of the Mycenaeans, city life in tTable of ContentsIntroduction How to Use This Book Thematic Study: Women in the Ancient World Literature and Culture Option 1: The Homeric World Literature and Culture Option 2: Roman City Life Literature and Culture Option 3: War and Warfare Glossary Index
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC OCR Ancient History GCSE Component 1
Book SynopsisThis textbook is endorsed by OCR and supports the specification for GCSE Ancient History (first teaching September 2017). It covers the whole of Component 1, both the compulsory Period Study and the three optional Depth Studies:Period Study: The Persian Empire, 559465 BC by James RenshawDepth Study: From Tyranny to Democracy, 546483 BC by Sam BaddeleyDepth Study: Athens in the Age of Pericles, 462429 BC by Paul Fowler and James Renshaw Depth Study: Alexander the Great, 356323 BC by Lucy NicholasWas propaganda Persia's greatest weapon? How did Athens create democracy? Does Pericles' Athens deserve to be remembered as civilised or barbaric? How did Alexander dominate the ancient world by the age of 32?This book raises these and other key questions. GCSE students and their teachers will explore key political and social developments of the Greek and Persian worlds through the eyes of ancient historians and archaeology. This book invites us to look at anciTable of ContentsIntroduction How to Use This Book Period Study: The Persian Empire, 559–465 BC Depth Study Option 1: From Tyranny to Democracy, 546–483 BC Depth Study Option 2: Athens in the Age of Pericles, 462–429 BC Depth Study Option 3: Alexander the Great, 356–323 BC Glossary Index
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC OCR Ancient History GCSE Component 2
Book SynopsisThis textbook is endorsed by OCR and supports the specification for GCSE Ancient History (first teaching September 2017). It covers the whole of Component 2, both the compulsory longer Period Study and the three optional Depth Studies:Longer Period Study: The Foundations of Rome: From Kingship to Republic, 753440 BC by Paul FowlerDepth Study: Hannibal and the Second Punic War, 218201 BC by Paul FowlerDepth Study: Cleopatra: Rome And Egypt, 6930 BC by James Melville Depth Study: Britannia: From Conquest to Province, AD 43c. 84 by Christopher GrocockHow did reactions to the exploitation of women and the poor make Rome great? How did Rome survive a fourteen-year invasion? Was Cleopatra a great queen? What was the impact of Roman invasion on Britain's diverse and prosperous culture?This book raises these and other key questions. GCSE students and their teachers will explore the foundation of Rome, the rise of its empire, and its interactions with nTable of ContentsIntroduction How to Use This Book Period Study: The Foundations of Rome: From Kingship to Republic, 753–440 BC Depth Study Option 1: Hannibal and the Second Punic War, 218– 201 BC Depth Study Option 2: Cleopatra: Rome and Egypt, 69–30 BC Depth Study Option 3: Britannia: From Conquest to Province, AD 43–c. 84 Glossary Index
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Oxford University Press Oxford AQA GCSE History Conflict and Tension
Book SynopsisThis Conflict and Tension: First World War 1894-1918 Revision Guide is part of the popular Oford AQA GCSE (9-1) History series. Written by our original author team to match the AQA 9-1 GCSE specification, this guide covers exactly what your students require to succeed in the Paper 1 Conflict and Tension 1894-1918 Wider World Depth Study exams. -Recap key events with clear visual diagrams and brief points-Apply knowledge with targeted revision activities that tests basic comprehension, then apply understanding towards exam-style questions-Review and track revision with progress checklists, suggested activity answers and Exam Practice sections-Step-by-step exam guidance based on the popular ''How to'' student book feature-Examiner Tip features most up-to-date expert advice and identifies common exam mistakes -Boost student confidence on all AQA GCSE Conflict and Tension question types with revision activities such Source analysis and How Far Do You Agree featuresPerfect for use alongsi
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Oxford University Press Oxford AQA GCSE History 91 Britain Migration
Book SynopsisThis Second Edition of Britain: Migration, Empires and the People c790-Present Day Student Book is part of the Oxford AQA GCSE 9-1 History series. Updated as part of our commitment to the inclusive presentation of diverse histories and to reflect the world around us, this textbook covers exactly what your students require to succeed in the AQA exams. Developed by an expert team led by an experienced head of history and an author with senior examining experience, this revised textbook covers the story of migration in Britain and its relationship with the wider world, and considers the causes, impact and legacy of empire upon the ruled and the ruling. It includes the history of Vikings and Anglo-Saxons, migrants to and from Britain, and Britain''s relationship with Empire and with Europe. Carefully selected Sources allow students the opportunity to analyse and evaluate primary sources in context. Practice Questions and Study Tips help students prepare for the new AQA exam questions, and
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Oxford University Press Oxford AQA GCSE History 91 Britain Health and the
Book SynopsisThis Second Edition of Britain: Health and the People c1000-Present Day Student Book is part of the popular Oxford AQA GCSE 9-1 History series. Updated as part of our commitment to the inclusive presentation of diverse histories and to reflect the world around us, this textbook covers exactly what your students require to succeed in the AQA exams. Developed by an expert team led by an experienced head of history and an author with senior examining experience, this revised textbook covers the development of medicine and public health in Britain over a long period of time, and draws on wider world developments. It considers the importance of factors such as science and technology, government, war, and the role of the individual, and how these factors impact upon British society.Carefully selected Sources allow students the opportunity to analyse and evaluate primary sources in context. Practice Questions and Study Tips help students prepare for the new AQA exam questions, and features s
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Oxford University Press Oxford AQA GCSE History 91 Britain Power and the
Book SynopsisThis Second Edition of Britain: Power and the People c1170-Present Day Student Book is part of the Oxford AQA GCSE 9-1 History series. Updated as part of our commitment to the inclusive presentation of diverse histories and to reflect the world around us, this textbook covers exactly what your students require to succeed in the AQA exams.Developed by an expert team led by an experienced head of history and an author with senior examining experience, this revised textbook covers the relationship between the citizen and the state in Britain, and how ideas, events and developments in the wider world affected Britain and the British people. It follows the journey from feudalism and serfdom to democracy and equality, revealing how the state responded to challenges to its authority and their impact.Carefully selected Sources allow students the opportunity to analyse and evaluate primary sources in context. Practice Questions and Study Tips help students prepare for the new AQA exam questions
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Oxford University Press Edexcel GCSE History 91 Early Elizabethan England
Book SynopsisEarly Elizabethan England 1558-88 Student Book is part of Oxford''s brand new Edexcel GCSE History series. This textbook series provides the most up-to-date Edexcel exam practice and a tried-and-trusted accessible approach to help students get the best grades they are capable of, and enjoy their history lessons. This textbook is written as part of our commitment to the inclusive presentation of diverse histories, and developed by a team of practising teachers with Edexcel examining experience and led by Aaron Wilkes, head of history, PGCE History lead and trusted author. This depth study explores the social, economic, political and religious factors in Britain during Queen Elizabeth I''s early reign. Exam-style Questions, Nail it! features and carefully Sources and Interpretations help students prepare for their Edexcel exam. Meanwhile, Later On and Earlier On features help students make connections across time periods. How to...Exam Practice pages provide step-by-step, accessible way
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Oxford University Press Edexcel GCSE History 91 Medicine in Britain
Book SynopsisMedicine in Britain c1250-present with The British section of the Western Front 1914-18 Student Book is part of Oxford''s brand new Edexcel GCSE History series. This textbook series provides the most up-to-date Edexcel exam practice and a tried-and-trusted accessible approach to help students get the best grades they are capable of, and enjoy their history lessons. This textbook is written as part of our commitment to the inclusive presentation of diverse histories, and developed by a team of practising teachers with Edexcel examining experience and led by Aaron Wilkes, head of history, PGCE History lead and trusted author. This thematic study tells the story of how medicine in Britain has developed over a long period of time, from the medieval period to the present day. It also features case studies, including the historic environment of the British sector of the Western Front. Exam-style Questions, Nail it! features and carefully Sources and Interpretations help students prepare fo
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Oxford University Press Edexcel GCSE History 91 Migrants in Britain
Book SynopsisMigrants in Britain c800-Present and Notting Hill c1948-c1970 Student Book is part of Oxford''s brand new Edexcel GCSE History series. This textbook series provides the most up-to-date Edexcel exam practice and a tried-and-trusted accessible approach to help students get the best grades they are capable of, and enjoy their history lessons. This textbook is written as part of our commitment to the inclusive presentation of diverse histories, and developed by a team of practising teachers with Edexcel examining experience and led by Aaron Wilkes, head of history, PGCE History lead and trusted author. This thematic study tells the story of how Britain has been shaped by its migrant communities over a long period of time, including the Vikings, Reformation, early colonialism, industrialisation, empire. It also features case studies, including the historic environment of Notting Hill after the Second World War. Exam-style Questions, Nail it! features and carefully Sources and Interpretatio
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Oxford University Press Edexcel GCSE History 91 Weimar and Nazi Germany
Book SynopsisWeimar and Nazi Germany 1918-39 Student Book is part of Oxford''s brand new Edexcel GCSE History series. This textbook series provides the most up-to-date Edexcel exam practice and a tried-and-trusted accessible approach to help students get the best grades they are capable of, and enjoy their history lessons. This textbook is written as part of our commitment to the inclusive presentation of diverse histories, and developed by a team of practising teachers with Edexcel examining experience and led by Aaron Wilkes, head of history, PGCE History lead and trusted author. This modern depth study explores the social, economic, and political situation in Germany, from the early days of the Weimar Republic, to the rise of Hitler, and the impact on life under the Nazi Party''s control. Exam-style Questions, Nail it! features and carefully Sources and Interpretations help students prepare for their Edexcel exam. Meanwhile, Later On and Earlier On features help students make connections acrosTrade ReviewIf acing GCSE History is your goal, look no further than this book. Highly recommended for its clarity and insightful content. * 5* Amazon review *
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Oxford University Press KS3 History Depth Study African Kingdoms West
Book SynopsisIntroduce global stories through accessible case studies on the Medieval West African Kingdoms of Mali, Songhai, Benin and Asante. These enquiries will stimulate discussion and help students understand how what has happened in the past continues to have impact and shape the world today. Written by a team led by Aaron Wilkes in consultation with expert historians, this engaging book enhances Oxford''s best-selling KS3 History textbooks, and can be used flexibly with other schemes of work. The captivating pages give a detailed insight into this fascinating area of world history, allowing you to delve deeper into topics and themes of particular interest, and diversify your curriculum.
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Oxford University Press KS3 History Depth Study Fight for Rights in
Book SynopsisIntroduce accessible case studies on the fights for Women''s Rights, Disability Rights, Black Civil Rights and LGBTQ+ Rights in 20th century Britain. These enquiries will stimulate discussion and help students understand how what has happened in the past continues to have impact and shape Britain and the world today. Written by a team led by Aaron Wilkes in consultation with expert historians, this engaging book enhances Oxford''s best-selling KS3 History textbooks, and can be used flexibly with other schemes of work. The captivating pages give a detailed insight into British and world history, allowing you to delve deeper into topics and themes of particular interest, and diversify your curriculum.
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Oxford University Press KS3 History Depth Study Migration Nation Student
Book SynopsisExplore some of the many perspectives and experiences of migration to the UK with accessible case studies on Jewish, Irish, Caribbean, South Asian and Eastern European migration. These case studies along with overarching questions will stimulate discussion and help students understand how what has happened in the past continues to have impact and shape the relationships that Britain has with the world today. Written by Aaron Wilkes in consultation with expert historians, this engaging book enhances Oxford''s best-selling KS3 History textbooks, and can be used flexibly with other schemes of work. The captivating pages give a detailed insight into British and world history, allowing you to delve deeper into topics and themes of particular interest, and diversify your curriculum.
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Oxford University Press Oxford AQA GCSE History 91 America 18401895
Book SynopsisThis America 1840-1895: Expansion and Consolidation Revision Guide is part of the popular Oxford AQA GCSE History (9-1) series. It covers the history of Indigenous North America, conflicts including the American Civil War, and resistance. Written to match the latest AQA 9-1 GCSE specification, this guide covers exactly what your students require to succeed in the Paper 1 Period Study exams.- Recap key events with clear visual diagrams and brief points- Apply knowledge with targeted revision activities that test basic comprehension, then apply understanding towards exam-style questions- Review and track revision with progress checklists, suggested activity answers and Exam Practice sections- Step-by-step exam guidance based on the popular ''How to...'' student book feature- Examiner Tip features most up-to-date expert advice and identifies common exam mistakes - Boost student confidence on all AQA GCSE America question types with revision activities such as Interpretation Analysis and B
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Oxford University Press Oxford AQA GCSE History 91 British Depth Studies
Book SynopsisThis Second Edition of British Depth Studies c1066-1685 Student Book is part of the popular Oxford AQA GCSE History (9-1) series. Updated as part of our commitment to the inclusive presentation of diverse histories, this book covers exactly what your students require to succeed in their AQA Paper 2 exam, and has been approved by AQA.Developed by Aaron Wilkes and a team of teachers and historians with examining experience, this revised textbook provides expert guidance on all four of AQA''s British Depth Study options, with detailed and specification-specific coverage of key developments and events of each period. Carefully selected interpretations and sources give students the opportunity to analyse and evaluate different perspectives on the past in context. Practice Questions, Study Tips and the How to... pages help students thoroughly prepare for the AQA exam questions; the differentiated Work questions build up essential skills, while Extension features challenge students to investi
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Oxford University Press Oxford AQA GCSE History 91 Elizabethan England
Book SynopsisThis Elizabethan England c1568-1603 Student Book is part of the popular Oxford AQA GCSE History (9-1) series and is approved by AQA. Updated as part of our commitment to the inclusive presentation of diverse histories, we''ve created this Elizabethan England-specific book from our popular British Depth Studies Second Edition Student Book, to cover exactly and only what your students need to succeed in their AQA Paper 2 exam. Developed by an expert team with a wealth of teaching, examining and authoring experience, this revised book guides students through the last 35 years of Elizabeth I''s reign at the required depth and detail, with accessible and informative support for Historic Environments. Carefully selected interpretations and sources give students the opportunity to analyse and evaluate different perspectives on the past in context. Practice Questions, Study Tips and the How to... pages help students thoroughly prepare for the AQA exam questions; the differentiated Work questio
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Oxford University Press Oxford AQA GCSE History 91 Norman England
Book SynopsisThis Norman England c1066-c1100 Student Book is part of the popular Oxford AQA GCSE History (9-1) series and has been approved by AQA. Updated as part of our commitment to the inclusive presentation of diverse histories, we''ve created this Norman England-specific book from our popular British Depth Studies Second Edition Student Book to cover exactly and only what your students need to succeed in their AQA Paper 2 exam. Developed by an expert team with a wealth of teaching, examining and authoring experience, this revised book guides students through the major aspects of Norman rule at the required depth and detail, with accessible and informative support for Historic Environments. Carefully selected interpretations and sources give students the opportunity to analyse and evaluate different perspectives on the past in context. Practice Questions, Study Tips and the How to... pages help students thoroughly prepare for the AQA exam questions; the differentiated Work questions build up e
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Capstone Global Library Ltd Christopher Columbus and the Americas
Book SynopsisIn 1492, Christopher Columbus discovered the Americas. Or did he? Look at all the facts and discover the fiction through primary sources, infographics and appropriately levelled text. Readers will learn the full story about Christopher Columbus's famous voyage, including the controversies about whether he truly did ''discover'' the Americas as well as the negative effects of colonialism on the original inhabitants.
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Capstone Global Library Ltd Anne Frank Writes Words of Hope
Book SynopsisIn 1933, Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party rose to power in Germany. The Nazis terribly persecuted Jews and other groups of people. They murdered millions of Jews across Europe during World War II. A young girl named Anne Frank and her family managed to hide from the Nazis for two years. During this time, Anne wrote about her experiences almost every day in her diary. Discover the courage of Anne and her family during one of the most horrific times in history.
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Capstone Global Library Ltd Science on Viking Expeditions
Book SynopsisVikings were fierce warriors who sailed the seas looking for new lands. They were expert sailors and shipbuilders. Find out the science behind their explorations, shipbuilding and daily life. Discover how modern technology is being used to discover more about the lives of Vikings and their expeditions.
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Capstone Global Library Ltd Sophie Scholl
Book SynopsisDuring World War II, Germany's Nazi forces stormed across Europe, committing horrific crimes against Jewish people and others. In 1942, 21-year-old Sophie Scholl formed a student-led, anti-Nazi organization called the White Rose. Their goal: to distribute informational pamphlets to draw public attention to Nazi crimes and, ultimately, stop them. Scholl's activism and resistance eventually led to her capture and trial by the Nazi regime. In this full-colour graphic novel, discover more about this daring woman who risked everything to stand up for what she believed in.
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Capstone Global Library Ltd Nancy Wake
Book SynopsisIn the early 1940s, during World War II, Germany's Nazi regime expanded into neighbouring European countries. In France, groups of anti-Nazi citizens, known as the French Resistance, fought to stop Germany's reign of terror. A brave woman named Nancy Wake became one of the movement's greatest assets as a spy. In her role, Wake often transported Jews to safe locations and rode her bicycle through German checkpoints to deliver messages and supplies. For her ability to avoid capture, the enemy nicknamed her the White Mouse. In this full-colour graphic novel, discover more about this fearless woman who faced the enemies of World War II.
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