This book explores the people and culture of Ancient Greece examining the ideas and philosophies which still influence our lives today.
This book explores how the kingdoms of West Africa began, flourished, and eventually died out.
This book explores the people and culture of ancient Egypt, one of the earliest and greatest civilizations which lasted for almost 3,000 years.
This book discusses the people and history of the Sante Fe Trail.
This book discusses the history of the transcontinental railroad.
This book discusses the people and history of the Oregon Trail.
This book discusses the history and events of the California Gold Rush.
This book discusses the history, people, and events involved in the expansion of the West.
The Erie Canal linked the Atlantic coast with the people in the Great Lakes region. This book discusses the history and events that made the Erie Canal possible.
This book introduces young readers to the history, people, social structure, beliefs, and daily lives of the ancient Phoenicians
Follows the Thirteenth Amendment that freed the slaves, the end of the war, and the death of President Abraham Lincoln.
This book introduces young readers to the history, people, social structure, beliefs, and daily lives of the ancient Israelites.
This book introduces young readers to the history, people, social structure, beliefs, and daily lives of the ancient Mesopotamians.
This book introduces young readers to the history, people, social structure, beliefs, and daily lives of the ancient Persians.
This book discusses the wisdom, resourcefulness, traditions, struggles, and accomplishments of the people of California.
Scientific and anecdotal information about each of the fifty states' official state flower and the processes used to select it.
Historical and anecdotal information about selected major historic monuments and sites in each of the fifty states.
Have you ever heard of the pharaoh's curse? What about the fabled city of El Dorado? Places all over the world inspire incredible legends. In Hidden, Lost, and Discovered: Places of Legend, you'll find out all about these legends and the places they call home! The Hidden, Lost, and Discovered series explores some of the most interesting places around the world, that some people don't even know exist! Eye-catching photographs, hidden histories, and fascinating facts will pique the interests of readers in this high-interest, lower-reading level series.
Did you know some cities are built underground? They could be hidden just beneath our feet! In Hidden, Lost, and Discovered: Underground Cities, you'll uncover where these cities are hiding and the secrets they contain! The Hidden, Lost, and Discovered series explores some of the most interesting places around the world, that some people don't even know exist! Eye-catching photographs, hidden histories, and fascinating facts will pique the interests of readers in this high-interest, lower-reading level series.
Have you ever seen an empty city? A ghost town? In Hidden, Lost, and Discovered: Abandoned Places, you'll uncover why these places were abandoned and what they look like today! The Hidden, Lost, and Discovered series explores some of the most interesting places around the world, that some people don't even know exist! Eye-catching photographs, hidden histories, and fascinating facts will pique the interests of readers in this high-interest, lower-reading level series.
All over the world there are places with unexplained mysteries. How was this built? Why was this built? In Hidden, Lost, and Discovered: Mysterious Locations, you'll find out what we DO know about these mysterious locations, and what is still left to learn! The Hidden, Lost, and Discovered series explores some of the most interesting places around the world, that some people don't even know exist! Eye-catching photographs, hidden histories, and fascinating facts will pique the interests of readers in this high-interest, lower-reading level series.
This book presents an introduction to gladiators, warriors of the Roman arena. It includes a brief story about two slaves who became gladiators and a description of the various kinds of gladiators, their styles, and weapons.
Learn detailed information about the Vietnam War Memorial and basic history of this war.
Every culture has their own traditions, customs, and festivals, but some are especially unique. From Christmas trees decorated with spider webs to a festival dedicated to a monkey’s delicious dinner, these really weird, totally true holidays and traditions will surprise and delight you!