History - Kids

This title introduces soccer fans to the history of one of the top MLS clubs, FC Cincinnati. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a timeline, team facts, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone...

Explores Halloween and Day of the Dead traditions from around the world, including All Saint's and All Soul's Days, the Day of the Dead, and other celebrations for the dead. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, informative...

Discover countries, cultures, and traditions in this new series!Every day, all around the world, kids go to school, eat lunch and play games... And yet, these universal experiences, can look very different between different countries. These books will take our readers on a trip...

Spinning a whirlpool, the kraken draws sailors into the depths of the sea. Its beak is where the sailors meet their end. The sea is a dark and mysterious place. It is no wonder the myth of the kraken has taken shape. Young readers...

Doughnuts are an all-time favorite treat This low-level title teaches young readers how this sweet treat came to be, from its beginnings in the Netherlands to the maritime origin of its famous middle hole. Features such as a timeline and an origin map provide...

This title introduces soccer fans to the history of one of the top MLS clubs, the Portland Timbers. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a timeline, team facts, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....

Explore all the aspects of your favorite food: pancakes From the first known plating, to the creative and wacky flavors across cultures and history, this book traces the transformations of the pancakes we have today. Also includes a recipe, so readers can create their...

This title focuses on the Black Death and gives information related to its symptoms, causes, and global impact. This hi-lo title is complete with gripping and historical photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....

The Truth About God's Rainbow tells the story of Noah and the rainbow in a new, refreshing way, using images of religious artwork from over the ages to help recount the events. I vividly remember learning about the importance of the rainbow as a...

Recent world history in a motivating format Glencoe World History: Modern Times draws on the features of Glencoe World History to motivate students, help them understand the connections between recent world events and issues, and give them an appreciation for the interconnectedness of the...

Author: Collins UkISBN-10: 0008164045ISBN-13: 9780008164041Publisher: CollinsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/01/2016Pages: 80Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.30lbsSize: 8.10h x 5.80w x 0.30d

If you were asked to come up with a list of the most important events, inventions, people, or discoveries in the past 100 or 1,000 years, what would you choose? TIME FOR KIDS new Big Book of When, the newest release from the hugely...

Originally written in 1921 for the author's grandchildren, Hendrik Willem van Loon's The Story of Mankind has charmed generations with its warmth, simplicity, and wisdom. Rather than the dry recitation of events so common in school textbooks, van Loon's witty, amiable tone animates the...

Young Caroline Pickersgill lives with her mother and grandmother in Baltimore, Maryland. Mrs. Pickersgill, a widow, supports herself and her daughter by making flags for the ships that sail into the city. Some soldiers from Fort McHenry come to her to order the biggest...

Discover 25 women who shattered the glass ceiling, each in their own way. In politics, government, the business world, and more, these women show us that ambition, perseverance, and hard work go a long way.Author: Rebecca StanboroughISBN-10: 0756558689ISBN-13: 9780756558680Publisher: Compass Point BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2018Pages:...

Dramatic True Tales of Thomas Edison, Catherine the Great, Boss Tweed, Queen Elizabeth I, and More What do Mother Theresa, Honest Abe, and Mahatma Gandhi have in common? They're all too upstanding to be included in Thrilling Thieves: Liars, Cheats, and Cons who Changed...

Chow down on a slice of history in this fact-tastic nonfiction Level 3 Ready-to-Read all about pizza, part of a series about the history of fun stuff! Did you know that two thousand years ago, the soldiers of Darius the Great used their shields...

Chill out with the fascinating history behind ice cream, the first in a fact-tastic Level 3 Ready-to-Read nonfiction series about the history of fun stuff! Did you know that immigrants to Ellis Island were served ice cream as part of their first meal in...

Unmask the haunted history of Halloween in this fact-tastic, nonfiction Level 3 Ready-to-Read, part of a new series all about the history of fun stuff! Did you know that hundreds of years ago, people would carve Jack-O'-Lanterns out of turnips and potatoes? Or that...

Kids will be swept across world history as they learn the hilarious, fascinating, and complete story of man's best friend, from the first domesticated dogs, to the massive mastiffs that came over with Christopher Columbus on his voyage to the New World, to the...

Did the Ancient Romans eat chips? Who was the first queen to use a toilet? Have a city's streets ever been paved with gold? This book takes a fun look at history by asking and answering a series of quirky yet thought-provoking questions such...

This coursebook with Cambridge Elevate edition covers Paper 1, Prescribed Subject 3: The Move to Global War of the History for the International Baccalaureate Diploma syllabus for first assessment in 2017. Tailored to the requirements of the IB syllabus and written by experienced IB...

From the courage of Stubby the war dog to the empathy of Koko the gorilla, Amazing Animals Who Changed the World is a young child's first introduction to the incredible animals who taught us that you don't have to be big (or human) to...

Pacific waves wash upon the shores of Peru's coastal beaches while people spend their days surfing and soaking in the sun. The Andes stretch through the center, creating a rugged landscape for the tough willed. The mountains descend into the tropical Amazon in the...

Reports of Bigfoot go back to the early 1800s. Since then, several footprints, films, and pictures have been used as evidence that Sasquatch roams the Pacific Northwest. This title examines the history of Bigfoot reports, the tools and technology used by researchers, and considers...

Informative, easy-to read text and oversized photographs draw in readers as they learn about the Cherokee. Traditional ways of life, including social structure, homes, food, art, clothing, and more are covered. A map highlights the tribe's homeland, while fun facts and a timeline with...

Informative, easy-to read text and oversized photographs draw in readers as they learn about the Apache. Traditional ways of life, including social structure, homes, food, art, clothing, and more are covered. A map highlights the tribe's homeland, while fun facts and a timeline with...

Develop geography literacy while learning about the unique characteristics of Antarctica! The 7 Continents: Antarctica helps students learn about Antarctica through engaging reading and writing activities. Five geography units cover the following standards-based topics: Section 1: Antarctica in the World Introduces students to the...

Football: A Guide for Players and Fans puts young readers on the sideline of one of North America's most popular sports. Readers will find easy-to-read explanations of football's beginnings, basic rules and strategies, and how they can suit up and get on the field....

Discover 25 women who designed their own futures. From dancers to musicians to artists, these women drew from their imaginations and dreamed of the impossible.Author: Rebecca StanboroughISBN-10: 0756566177ISBN-13: 9780756566173Publisher: Compass Point BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2020Pages: 64Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.05lbsSize: 10.70h x 9.60w x 0.70dReview Citation(s): Booklist...

Did You Ever Wonder... A Story About the B b as Child is a children's story about the early life of the B b. ｬ The B b (1819-1850) is the Forerunner of one of the world's fastest growing religions today, the Bah '...

Explore all the aspects of your favorite treat: ice cream From the first known plating, to the creative and wacky flavors across cultures and history, this book traces the transformations of the ice cream we have today. Also includes a recipe, so readers can...

Explore all the aspects of your favorite food: pizza From the first known plating, to the creative and wacky flavors across cultures and history, this book traces the transformations of the pizza we have today. Also includes a recipe, so readers can create their...

Explore all the aspects of your favorite food: macaroni and cheese From the first known plating, to the creative and wacky flavors across cultures and history, this book traces the transformations of the macaroni and cheese we have today. Also includes a recipe, so...

Explore all the aspects of your favorite food: burgers From the first known plating, to the creative and wacky flavors across cultures and history, this book traces the transformations of the burgers we have today. Also includes a recipe, so readers can create their...

Explore all the aspects of your favorite food: tacos From the first known plating, to the creative and wacky flavors across cultures and history, this book traces the transformations of the tacos we have today. Also includes a recipe, so readers can create their...

Shadow the almost black kitten is off on another adventure to see the Alamo. She is excited to go on another trip but has no idea what the Alamo is. Shadow's mom, Midnight, gives her a lesson in Texas history and surprises her with...

Sphinxes are the wise and cruel creatures of ancient Egyptian and Greek mythology. This high-low title explores the lore behind them. Leveled text traces the origin of the sphinx, how it has changed over time, and how it is portrayed today. Added fun facts,...

This is the story of George Washington's life as he leads the colonies to freedom and becomes the first president of the United States of America. An easy, fun, and historical read for the whole family Author: Sarah StillmanISBN-10: 1662407815ISBN-13: 9781662407819Publisher: Page PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

This title focuses on the AIDS crisis and gives information related to its symptoms, causes, and global impact. This hi-lo title is complete with gripping and historical photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....

After the Civil War, the country was confronted with the difficult task of admitting the southern states back into the Union, rebuilding government institutions, and assisting the freed slaves. This anthology focuses on the debates that arose concerning these and other issues that faced...

Readers will learn interesting and historical facts about the San Francisco Cable Cars, like when they began operation and how they are used today. This series is at a Level 2 and is written specifically for emerging readers. Aligned to Common Core standards &...

This lavishly illustrated visual encyclopedia tells the story of our world in depth and detail from the dawn of civilization to the present day. Charting human endeavor from every angle, SI History chronicles the significant events, ground-breaking ideas, political forces, and technological advances that...

Stories about unsolved disappearances have surfaced throughout history. Lost explorers, missing armies, and hidden princes are just a few of these perplexing mysteries. Follow along and gather evidence to answer questions about all kinds of mysterious disappearances.Author: Cynthia O'BrienISBN-10: 142715113XISBN-13: 9781427151131Publisher: Crabtree Publishing CompanyLanguage:...

The American Vision: Modern Times presents the rich saga of American history after the Civil War. Adapted from the modern history portion of The American Vision, this program features the same exceptional scholarship, accurate maps, peerless resources, and unique strategies found in the full...

Isis in the Gods and Goddesses of the Ancient World series explores the fascinating drama, love stories, and destruction in the myths surrounding the ancient Egyptian goddess of healing and royalty. Book includes history, myths, and a family tree. Written with a high interest...

Students will love learning about the Minnesota Twins in this high-interest title Text covers the team's history, memorable wins, star players, and important coaches. Features include table of contents, fun facts, team stats, timeline, glossary, and index. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated...

This collection of heartwarming and surprising true tales celebrate heroic animals who saved the day, impart important lessons, and can inspire us to help change the world. Heroes come in all shapes and sizes -- and many hail from the animal kingdom Get ready...

Cinco de Mayo commemorates the May 5, 1862 battle of Puebla, in which Mexican forces, including ordinary citizens, repelled invading French soldiers. It is a day celebrated by Mexicans and Mexican Americans as a cultural event of seminal significance. This basic introduction to Cinco...

Ahoy, matey Did you ever wonder what life was like on a pirate ship? Join this pirate crew for a day and see for yourself. Hoist the Jolly Roger as the pirates prepare to attack a merchant ship and you'll earn a share of...