A young boy meets a runaway slave in this historical novel set during the Civil War.
Historical novel set during Industrial Revolution about child labor at a watch factory.
A familys move to the South brings a young African American into the hub of racial inequality.
A young newsie's perfect summer is marred by a run-in with gangsters in the 1920s.
One girl's journey from wealth to poverty changes her perspective during the Great Depression.
Readers will explore some of the biggest issues that have happened in the Middle East and learn about the impact that these happenings have effected people all over the world. The vibrant images, stunning and engaging sidebars, accessible glossary and index, and easy-to-read text make this book a perfect introduction to such topics as the Yom Kippur War, The Oslo Accords, Saddam Hussein, and religious extremism. Readers will be fascinated and captivated as they move through this alluring title.
Immigrants from all over Europe flocked to America in the 1800s, bringing their hopes and their dreams with them. This fascinating title allows readers to discover such topics as Ellis Island, Angel Island, and assimilation. The influx of immigrants enriched the American culture but also provided challenges to the United States. Through appealing images, a vibrant scrapbook layout, stunning facts, intriguing sidebars, and a helpful glossary and index, readers will be excited and engaged from cover to cover!
