Educational: History
Penguin Putnam Inc Who Was Workbook Grade 2 ScienceSocial Studies
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Random House USA Inc Im Still Here Adapted for Young Readers
Book SynopsisAn adaptation of the powerful New York Times bestselling account of growing up Black and female in America, completely rewritten with new stories for young readersAustin Channing Brown?s first encounter with race in America came at age seven, when she discovered that her parents had named her Austin to trick future employers into thinking she was a white man. Growing up in majority-white schools and churches, Channing Brown writes, ?I had to learn what it means to love Blackness,? a journey that led to a lifetime spent navigating America?s racial divide as a writer, speaker, and expert helping organizations practice genuine inclusion.In this adaptation of her bestselling and critically acclaimed memoir, she explores how America?s racial dynamics show up in the classrooms, friend groups, and conversations kids inhabit every day. ?I love being a Black girl,? she writes. ?And sometimes being a Black girl in America is hard.? Covering topics like representation, self-love, allyship, and being Black in public, Brown helps kids nourish their identity and make sense of how they fit into the world.For students navigating a time of racial hostility, and for the adults and educators who care for them, I?m Still Here is an empowering look at the experiences of young Black kids, inviting the reader to confront apathy, find their voice, and discover how Blackness?if we let it?can save us all.
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Random House USA Inc Becoming Adapted for Young Readers
Book Synopsis#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER?Michelle Obama?s worldwide bestselling memoir, Becoming, is now adapted for young readers.Michelle Robinson was born on the South Side of Chicago. From her modest beginnings, she would become Michelle Obama, the inspiring and powerful First Lady of the United States, when her husband, Barack Obama, was elected the forty-fourth president. They would be the first Black First Family in the White House and serve the country for two terms.Growing up, Michelle and her older brother, Craig, shared a bedroom in their family?s upstairs apartment in her great-aunt?s house. Her parents, Fraser and Marian, poured their love and energy into their children. Michelle?s beloved dad taught his kids to work hard, keep their word, and remember to laugh. Her mom showed them how to think for themselves, use their voice, and be unafraid.But life soon took her far from home. With determination, carefully made plans, and the desire to achieve, Michelle was eager to expand the sphere of her life from her schooling in Chicago. She went to Princeton University, where she learned what it felt like to be the only Black woman in the room. She then went to Harvard Law School, and after graduating returned to Chicago and became a high-powered lawyer. Her plans changed, however, when she met and fell in love with Barack Obama.From her early years of marriage, and the struggle to balance being a working woman, a wife, and the mom of two daughters, Michelle Obama details the shift she made to political life and what her family endured as a result of her husband?s fast-moving political career and campaign for the presidency. She shares the glamour of ball gowns and world travel, and the difficulties of comforting families after tragedies. She managed to be there for her daughters? swim competitions and attend plays at their schools without catching the spotlight, while defining and championing numerous initiatives, especially those geared toward kids, during her time as First Lady.Most important, this volume for young people is an honest and fascinating account of Michelle Obama?s life led by example. She shares her views on how all young people can help themselves as well as help others, no matter their status in life. She asks readers to realize that no one is perfect, and that the process of becoming is what matters, as finding yourself is ever evolving. In telling her story with boldness, she asks young readers: Who are you, and what do you want to become?
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Random House USA Inc Caste Adapted for Young Adults
Book SynopsisIn this young adult adaptation of the Oprah Book Club selection and New York Times bestselling nonfiction work, Pulitzer Prize?winning author Isabel Wilkerson explores the unspoken hierarchies that divide us across lines of race and class. Revealing and timely, this work will speak to young people who are engaged more than ever with the world around them, or to anyone who believes in a more just existence for all.Readers will be fascinated by this young adult adaptation of the New York Times bestselling nonfiction work as they follow masterful narratives about real people that reveal an insidious phenomenon in the United States: a hidden caste system. Caste is not only about race or class; it is about power?which groups have it and which do not. Isabel Wilkerson explores historical social hierarchies, including those in India and Nazi Germany, and explains how perpetuating these rankings dehumanizes vast sections of society. Once we learn the reasons behind caste and see the often heartbreaking effects, Wilkerson says, we can bridge the divides and make way for an inclusive future where we are all equal.
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Houghton Mifflin Sequoyah
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Penguin Putnam Inc The Emperors Silent Army
Book SynopsisTable of ContentsThe Emperor's Silent ArmyChapter 1A Strange DiscoveryChapter 2The Quest for ImmortalityChapter 3Buried SoldiersChapter 4The Faces of Ancient ChinaChapter 5Inside the Emperor's TombChapter 6The Emperor's LegacyAuthor's NoteBibliographyIndex
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HarperCollins Liberty or Death
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc A More Perfect Union
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Discovery of the Americas
Book SynopsisFrom the crossing of the Bering Land Bridge over 20,000 years ago to the arrival of the Europeans, this classic picture book paints the early discoveries of America in grand strokes. The text is useful for both the classroom and at home as it combines beautiful landscape illustrations with factual features: maps, timelines, chronological tables, and easy-to-use appendixes. The dazzlingly clean and accurate prose and the exhilarating beauty of the pictures combine for an extraordinary achievement in both history and art.—School Library JournalThe Maestros do a real service here in presenting the more familiar explorers in the context of all the migrations that have populated the Western Hemisphere.... An outstanding introduction.—Kirkus ReviewsSupports the Common Core State Standards
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Putnam Publishing Group,U.S. Cant You Make Them Behave King George
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Penguin Putnam Inc Why Dont You Get a Horse Sam Adams
Book SynopsisThis lively biography, by Newbery Honor-winning author Jean Fritz, is a nice, personal look at a leader and his times.In early America, when all the men wore ruffled shirts and rode grandly on horseback, one man refused to follow suit. He was the rebel leader Sam Adams, a plainspoken gent who scorned ruffles, refused to ride a horse, and had little regard for the King.
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Penguin Putnam Inc Where Was Patrick Henry on the 29th of May
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Penguin Putnam Inc Will You Sign Here John Hancock
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Penguin Putnam Inc A Boy Called Slow
Book SynopsisThe True Story of Sitting Bull from multi-award-winning author Joseph Bruchac.Anxious to be given a name as strong and brave as that of his father, a proud Lakota Sioux grows into manhood, acting with careful deliberation, determination, and bravery, which eventually earned him his proud new name: Sitting Bull.An ALA Notable BookBeing named Slow and growing up in the shadow of a great warrior hardly dwarfed the prospects of this protagonist: he grew up to be Sitting Bull. Bruchac''s sensitively told story of Sitting Bull''s coming-of-age reassures young boys that success comes through effort, not birth. —Booklist
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Putnam Publishing Group,U.S. Around the World in a Hundred Years
Book SynopsisNewbery-Honor winning author, Jean Fritz, brings history to life once again in 10 true tales of 15th-century European explorers!True tales of our world's greatest 15th century explorers, from Bartholomew Diaz and Christopher Columbus to Juan Ponce de Leon and Vasco Nunez de Balboa, are fascinatingly portrayed, complimented with the softly shaded pencil illustrations of Anthony Bacon Venti. Readers are led through a one-hundred-year period when Europeans explored the world and mapped the globe, while selfishly feeding their own curiosity and greed along the way. Fritz includes astounding details, which provide young readers with an expanded understanding of events and the idiosyncrasies of these colorful characters. Venti's maps clarify the explorers' routes. Count on Jean Fritz to breathe life into these true tales of the Old World's fifteen most extraordinary explorers. It is history written in a refreshingly new way.While presenting the salient facts, Fritz approaches them with playful irreverence; accordingly, the frequently traveled material can seem refreshingly new.--Publisher's Weekly
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Penguin Putnam Inc Make Way for Sam Houston Unforgettable Americans
Book SynopsisColorful Sam Houston leaps to life in the pages of this fresh and funny biography, set against the story of Texas's fight for independence from Mexico.Lively, readable, and solidly researched, this is the kind of biography every child needs. —Booklist, starred reviewJean Fritz has done it again. Her writing turns this larger-than-life character into a very real person. —School Library Journal, starred reviewYoung readers will find the book fast-paced and fact-packed. — The New York Times Book ReviewJean Fritz lives in Dobbs Ferry, New York.
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Quarto Publishing PLC Greta Thunberg 40 Little People BIG DREAMS
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Quarto Publishing PLC Helen Keller
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Quarto Publishing PLC Little People Big Dreams Treasury
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Quarto Publishing PLC Historys Biggest ShowOffs
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Frances Lincoln Ltd Coco Chanel
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Frances Lincoln Ltd Rosa Parks
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Lutterworth Press How They Lived in a Medieval Castle
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Hachette Australia Wear a Purple Poppy
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Capstone Press Graphic History Adventures of Marco Polo
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Capstone Press Graphic History Story of Jamestown
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Capstone Press Graphic History Voyage of the Mayflower
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DK Política para mentes inquietas Politics Is...
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DK The Civil War Visual Encyclopedia
Book SynopsisDiscover the people, battles, and politics of America's bloodiest conflict, and explore its causes, chapters, characters, and consequencesWith a topic on every page, Civil War Visual Encyclopedia tells the story of the war using simple explanations and stunning photographs. Profiles on decisive battles, strategic maps, political leaders, military commanders, naval vessels, uniforms, weapons, and equipment shine a light on the key events and other turning points during the five years of fighting. Inside the pages of this children’s civil war book, you’ll discover: • Full-page profiles about key figures and battles • Civil War-era photography and illustrations depicting important events and artifacts • Accurate historical information, faithful presentation of African American history in the context of the Civil War • Un
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DK Eyewitness Ancient Egypt
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DK On This Day
Book SynopsisJourney through the history of the world, one day at a time!If you ever wondered what happened on your birthday 100 years ago, or on Christmas in the year 800 or even Halloween several years ago, then this history book is perfect for you! Discover what happened on each day of the year with this fascinating visual adventure through time. On This Day is not your ordinary history reference book. Inside the pages, you will find the following exciting things: • Key historical events are arranged by their date in the year. • Mixes serious history with fun facts for kids and bizarre events. • War, peace, inventions, science, sport, people — all in an eclectic, visual mix. • Birthdays that are shared by famous historical figures and modern celebrities. • A fun, accessib
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DK The Met Georgia OKeeffe
Book SynopsisTrade Review"A brief, insightful introduction to the artist’s life and work."—Booklist, Starred Review
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DK Eyewitness Workbooks Ancient Greece
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DK Eyewitness Workbooks Ancient Rome
Book SynopsisPopular history, science, and geography topics brought out of the classroom and into your home with fast facts, activities, and quizzes.Some subjects are too interesting to be left at school! Carry on your love of history at home with Ancient Rome--an activity-packed exploration of people and places in this early empire. Divided into sections, the book starts with fast facts on topics including the army, religion, emperors, senators, towns, conquests, and architecture; and ends with charts of famous structures in Rome and famous rulers. Using this information, you can complete the puzzles in the main part of the book, plus there are hands-on activities such as a Roman recipes, making a Roman toga, and playing the Roman game of knucklebones. Finally, test your newfound knowledge with the quick quizzes (with answers supplied). You can keep track of your achievements throughout with a star chart to fill in every time you finish a page.Note to p
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DK Timelines from Black History Leaders Legends
Book SynopsisErased. Ignored. Hidden. Lost. Underappreciated. No longer. Delve into the unique, inspiring, and world-changing history of Black people. Black leaders, writers, civil rights activists, scientists, and more have influenced, inspired, and changed the societies we live in. This history book’s pages are filled with the stories of these historical giants and their contributions to the world.Grow Your Understanding of Black HistoryThis children’s book, prefaced by Mireille Harper, introduces children to prominent Black people in history such as Frederick Douglass, Harriet Tubman, Nelson Mandela, Rosa Parks, and Dr. Martin Luther King. The timelines have been individually commissioned, with the stunning visual designs reflecting the essence of that particular historical person. This visual reflection from DK Books will compel children to investigate further and understand world history and the important roles Black people plTrade Review"An exceptionally satisfying work of nonfiction, this book will be difficult to keep on the shelves.” – School Library Journal
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DK Explanatorium of History
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DK History
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DK Back to Life
Book SynopsisImagine if you could travel back in time and walk the streets of the past. Where would you go first? Incredible History turns back time to reveal realistic reconstructions of the most incredible locations and exciting moments in history. You’ll feel the roar of the crowd in the Roman Colosseum, walk the ramparts of the Great Wall of China, and ride the first railways. Each story begins with an archaeological site or artifact. You’ll learn when and how it was discovered, and what it teaches us about how the people who lived at the site might have spent their days. Then, you’ll see the location recreated in jaw-dropping 3D detail. Using archaeological evidence, the people and places of the past will be brought back to life before your very eyes. With each page packed with fantastic facts and extraordinary pictures, Incredible History brings together the best parts of history and arc
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DK Eyewitness American Revolution
Book SynopsisBecome an eyewitness to the American struggle for independence, from the events that sparked the war through to the signing of the Constitution.Discover how American soldiers won battles against the great British Empire, plus see the muskets and cannons of the armies, learn how soldiers were drilled, and find out why Yorktown was not the end of the Revolution.Eyewitness American Revolution will bring you face-to-face with American revolutionaries including George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, John Hancock, John Adams, and Benjamin Franklin.Loved and trusted for over 30 years, Eyewitness has a new look and even more content: • A bite-sized formula of text with images that kids love!• Fully revised and fact-checked by subject specialists• Packed with facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines• Updated with brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the field
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DK Whats the Point of Philosophy
Book SynopsisTravel down the road of wisdom to discover how to think about a series of philosophical problems, how to defend your opinions on them, and how to evaluate the opinions of others.Why is philosophy important? What’s so great about it? Leap into the world of philosophy and discover questions about life, the universe, and human behavior that great thinkers have pondered throughout history, and which are still being asked today.Philosophical ideas affect our day-to-day lives in ways that you might not expect. But understanding these ideas can be daunting – even for adults! If you want to learn how to argue the case for animal rights, why the concept of equality has many sides, or even what the theories are about why humans exist at all, What’s the Point of Philosophy? is the perfect place to start. Put your thinking cap on and get ready to explore:- A variety of fascinating topics reveal pivotal questions in philosophy tha
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DK Eyewitness Ancient Rome
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DK Egyptian Myths
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DK Black History Month Elementary Pack
Book SynopsisAn inspiring collection of DK books focused on Black history, perfect for the elementary school classroomCelebrate Black achievements and discoveries, and remember the obstacles these trailblazers faced as they created lasting change and paved the way for future generations. This pack, specially-curated for teachers and students, includes:- Timelines from Black History, an accessible compendium of information featuring more than 30 timelines on the people and the issues that have shaped Black history from prehistory to present day, including Early African Kingdoms and the Civil Rights Movement- DK Life Stories: Katherine Johnson, a biography of the famed NASA mathematician and subject of the award-winning 2016 film Hidden Figures- DK Life Stories: Martin Luther King Jr, a biography of the civil rights activist who practiced non-violent protest and inspired others with his moving speeches- DK Life Stories: Nel
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Pan Macmillan I Wonder Why Countries Fly Flags And Other
Book SynopsisAnswers questions about people, places, and things, including "Where do elephants glow in the dark?" and "Where does chocolate grow on trees?"
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Kingfisher Its All About Exotic Egyptians
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Kingfisher Its All About Remarkable Romans
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Kingfisher Basher Civics Democracy Rules
Book SynopsisStep into the colorful world of Basher''s Civics and meet the champions of U.S. democracy! With his unique illustrations and humorous first-person text, Basher gives key political concepts such as Bill of Rights, Impeachment, Checks and Balances, and Supreme Court a face, voice, and personality.In chapter 1, meet the Founding Principles, including Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Bill of Rights. In chapter 2, say hi to Legislative Branch, such as Congress, House of Representatives, and Senate. You''ll find Executive Branch in chapter 3, home to President, Cabinet, and Governors. In chapter 4, meet Judicial Branch, including Supreme Court and Trial by Jury. Last, and by no means least, find out what it means to be a citizen in chapter 5here you will learn all about Immigration, Universal Suffrage, Jury Duty, and how YOU can make changes to society.
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Kingfisher Basher Civics Democracy Rules
Book SynopsisStep into the colorful world of Basher''s Civics and meet the champions of U.S. democracy! With his unique illustrations and humorous first-person text, Basher gives key political concepts such as Bill of Rights, Impeachment, Checks and Balances, and Supreme Court a face, voice, and personality.In chapter 1, meet the Founding Principles, including Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Bill of Rights. In chapter 2, say hi to Legislative Branch, such as Congress, House of Representatives, and Senate. You''ll find Executive Branch in chapter 3, home to President, Cabinet, and Governors. In chapter 4, meet Judicial Branch, including Supreme Court and Trial by Jury. Last, and by no means least, find out what it means to be a citizen in chapter 5here you will learn all about Immigration, Universal Suffrage, Jury Duty, and how YOU can make changes to society.
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