Aprende todo acerca de los primeros asentamientos de Estados Unidos, las batallas y personas que hicieron de ese país lo que es hoy en día.
Historia de los diferentes grupos de inmigrantes que han llegado a los Estados Unidos.
En el libro se explica cómo algunas colonias del Imperio Español del siglo XVI pasaron a formar parte de Estados Unidos.
En el libro se registran las adquisiciones territoriales de Estados Unidos a lo largo de la historia.
Con la compra de Luisiana en 1803, Estados Unidos adquirió un gran territorio que pertenecía a Francia, duplicando así su tamaño y por lo que el presidente Thomas Jefferson tuvo un logro considerable.
Durante la colonización, los Grandes Lagos y sus ríos eran el único medio práctico de transporte de carga y personas en esa zona. Conoce cómo se exploró esta importante región de América del Norte con la llegada de los colonizadores europeos.
Chronicles the acquisition and settlement of the various territories that have not become states but are governed by the United States.
Explores the first settlements that were formed in America, discussing the explorers who made them possible and the reasons for the colonization.
Chronicles the Spanish exploration and early colonization of America.
Chronicles events that led to the colonization of the Great Lakes region, the reasons for settlement of the area, and the fate of the Native inhabitants.
Chronicles immigration to the United States, discussing how immigrants changed America.
Chronicles the Louisiana Purchase, the territory which reached from the Mississippi River to the Rocky Mountains, in 1803.
Follows the Thirteenth Amendment that freed the slaves through the end of the war and the death of President Abraham Lincoln.
Explains the early history of how the Bill of Rights came to be, and how it is used to protect citizens.
Explains the early history of the Constitution and how it is preserved today.
Explains the early history of the Declaration of Independence and how it is preserved today.
Follows the history of the pilgrims' agreement to work together and support each other for the good of the colony.
Follows the history of the largest and bloodiest battle ever fought on American soil to Lincoln's speech at the cemetery in Gettysburg.
Como parte de la ciencia única, la serie Know-It-Alls! Cuenta con impresionantes portadas y texto atractivo, ¡este libro pone el enfoque en Momias! ¿Sabias que la momia del faraón Khufu fue colocada en lo que se llama la Gran Pirámide? Es la estructura de piedra más grande del mundo, que consta de 2.300.000 bloques de piedra, ¡cada uno pesa varias toneladas! ¡Esa es una gran lápida! Las ilustraciones increíbles de la vida y las cajas informativas de la estadística, llenas de hechos interesantes, hacen este libro de 24 páginas diversión y emocionante para los entusiastas jóvenes de la ciencia de edad 4 y arriba! ¡Títulos en el Know-It-Alls!
Explore shipwrecks to learn about underwater archaeology and mapping coordinates! This Spanish-translated e-book encourages readers to familiarize themselves with coordinate planes by finding intersections between lines of latitude and longitude. Using geometry, STEM concepts, and an understanding of coordinate planes, readers can follow along as marine archaeologists find and explore shipwrecks! This exciting digital resource uses vivid images, easy-to-read informational text, engaging practice problems, clear mathematical charts and diagrams, and text features such as a glossary and index to make mathematics feel simple and fun. Math can be so adventurous!
After Texas earned its freedom from Mexico through a bloody revolution, its leaders were divided over whether Texas should join the United States. Through numerous captivating facts, vivid images, and easy-to-read text, readers will be enthralled as they make their way through this fascinating title that introduces them to Texas history, the Texas Revolution, and the Mexican-American War. The engaging sidebars, glossary, index, and table of contents make this book easy to navigate through and a perfect tool to aid in better understanding of the content and vocabulary.
After Texas joined the United States in 1845, Texas began to form its own identity. This new identity centered on the rise of the Texas cattle industry and the growing legend of the Texas cowboy. Readers will discover what cowboy life was like in the early days of Texas history as they make their way through this exciting book! Readers will learn about Texas cowboys, cattle trade, antebellum, the Battle of Fort Sumter, and more through vivid images, easy-to-read text, and numerous intriguing and engaging facts. A glossary, table of contents, and index is provided to aid in better understanding of the content and development of vocabulary.
Texas has changed dramatically since it joined the United States in 1845. It has become a national leader in resources and many industries--it serves as a major supplier of the nation's oil, cattle, and agriculture. This inviting nonfiction book will intrigue readers as they learn about major Texas industries through colorful images and captivating facts. Children will learn about NASA, various types of music found in Texas, and even about the most popular Texas sports! The supportive text and accessible glossary and index aid in better understanding of the content and vocabulary.
During the 20th century, Texas grew from a land of farms and ranches to a state filled with large cities and industries. This fascinating title is a great introduction to Texas history, Texas social life and customs, and Texas economic conditions throughout the 20th century. The intriguing facts and vivid images work in conjunction with the supportive text and accommodating glossary and index to give children an opportunity to enhance their vocabulary and literacy skills while learning about the exciting history of Texas!
In 1833, American and Tejano colonists wanted independence from the Mexican government. Through a bloody Texas Revolution, the independent Republic of Texas was born! Readers will be enthralled as they make their way through this exciting and compelling book that uses vivid images, intriguing facts and sidebars in conjunction with easy-to-read text and an accessible glossary and index to enlighten readers about such things as the Law of April 6, 1830, the Battle of Gonzalez, Siege of Bexar, "The Consultation", and The Alamo. Along with these highlights of the Texas Revolution, this book also includes features on Santa Anna, Stephen Austin, and Sam Houston to give children a well-rounded introduction to Texas history.
