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Gaining U.S. Citizenship

Heather Bruegl (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668941669

The journey towards full citizenship was long and winding for Indigenous peoples in the United States. Readers will come to understand how legal status affected the lives and opportunities of Indigenous peoples throughout American history. The Racial Justice in America: Indigenous Peoples series explores the issues specific to the Indigenous communities in the United States in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. This series was written by Indigenous historian and public scholar Heather Bruegl, a citizen of the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin and a first-line descendent Stockbridge Munsee. The series was developed to reach children of all races and encourage them to approach race, diversity, and inclusion with open eyes and minds.

Boarding Schools

Heather Bruegl (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668941652

Learn how education and government policy impacted generations of Indigenous families. Readers will understand the legacy of boarding schools on Indigenous cultures and the resilience of those cultures today. The Racial Justice in America: Indigenous Peoples series explores the issues specific to the Indigenous communities in the United States in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. This series was written by Indigenous historian and public scholar Heather Bruegl, a citizen of the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin and a first-line descendent Stockbridge Munsee. The series was developed to reach children of all races and encourage them to approach race, diversity, and inclusion with open eyes and minds.

Junia, The Book Mule of Troublesome Creek

Kim Michele Richardson (author) David C. Gardner (illustrator)

Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press ISBN: 9781668936351

Junia is a mule. But she's not just any mule. She's a mule with an important job. Every morning she carries her Book Woman up and down the rugged hills and surrounding woodlands near the Kentucky town of Troublesome Creek. Book Woman is a Pack Horse librarian. She and Junia deliver free books and reading material to the people living in the hills and woods. It's not easy work. Every month they ride hundreds of miles to make their deliveries. They've traveled through sunshine, rain, and snow, up twisting, turning paths where no car or wagon could ever go. But Junia can--steady, sure-footed, bighearted Junia. The library patrons are counting on Book Woman's visits, and Book Woman is counting on Junia. And Junia won't ever let her friend down. Junia, the beloved, spunky mule from the bestselling The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek series, comes to vivid life for young readers in this picture book tribute to Kentucky's Great Depression Pack Horse Library Project.

Mythical Monsters

Jen Breach (author) Joshua Janes (illustrator)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731657459

What are you afraid of? Discover how the creatures of your fears came into existence and what truth lies behind the mythical stories as you immerse yourself into the world of Mythical Monsters... if you dare. Part of the Origin Stories book series, this nonfiction book explores the origin stories of three monsters: vampires, werewolves, and zombies and how they came to be the monsters we know today.

Lore and Legends

Jen Breach (author) Joshua Janes (illustrator)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731657534

Legends have a way of working themselves into our lives. You may not know the stories, but you know the signs. Discover the chilling tale of the jack-o-lantern, learn the legacy of the witch, and find out why you think breaking a mirror will have consequences… if you dare. Part of the Origin Stories book series, this nonfiction book explores the origin stories of Halloween, witches, and different superstitions and how they came to be the versions we know today.

Scene of the Crime

Lisa Kurkov (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731657442

A life of crime doesn't pay—and yet thousands of crimes are committed every day across the country. What crimes stand out in history and why? Learn about some of the most bizarre and famous American crimes and how their locations have become a part of the fabric of our country with the Scene of the Crime crime book, part of the Travel to… book series.

Evolution of Food

Jen Breach (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731653215

What are the similarities and differences between modern and historical food distribution methods? Learn about how food has made its way to consumers in the past, as well as present-day and future practices of food distribution. This book takes students on a historical journey through the evolution of food distribution.

Places of Protest

Jen Breach (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731651990

Get insight into some of the most important protests in history, from their locations to the important figures who inspired change. This book includes a glossary, an index, and new vocabulary words to help develop both reading and comprehension skills.

Power On: The History of Gaming

Kaitlyn Duling (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731649430

Are you ready to get a high score in video game history? Travel back in time to discover the very first video games, consoles, and characters. Power On: The History of Gaming is the story of how today’s most popular video games and eSports got their start. Game on!

Journalists

Allen R. Wells (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731649539

Every war requires more than just the efforts of traditional soldiers. Some heroes’ stories are not appreciated during their time. In Journalists, you'll go Beyond the Battlefield to uncover tales of daring reporters and captivating photojournalists, who risked their lives to bring important stories and imagery to life for people back home.

Hidden Soldiers and Spies

Allen R. Wells (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731649454

Every war requires more than just the efforts of traditional soldiers. Some heroes’ stories are not appreciated during their time. In Hidden Soldiers and Spies, you'll go Beyond the Battlefield to uncover some little-known tales of some courageous soldiers and secret spies.

Code Makers and Code Breakers

Allen R. Wells (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731649553

Every war requires more than just the efforts of traditional soldiers. Some heroes’ stories are not appreciated during their time. In Beyond the Battlefield: Code Makers and Code Breakers, you'll go Beyond the Battlefield to uncover the amazing tales of courageous and innovative people and groups who created—and cracked—seemingly unbreakable codes during times of war.

Homefront Heroes

Allen R. Wells (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731649546

Every war requires more than just the efforts of traditional soldiers. Some heroes’ stories are not appreciated during their time. In Beyond the Battlefield: Homefront Heroes, you'll go Beyond the Battlefield to uncover the crucial work done by people at home to help during wartime. These efforts include growing Victory Gardens, smuggling soldiers out of hospitals to safety, saving lives of Jewish children in the Warsaw ghetto, and more!

Defining and Discussing Women’s Rights

Christy Mihaly (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615787

Women and girls make up half the world’s population but are still often not treated equally to men and boys. Shaping the Debate: Defining and Discussing Women's Rights takes a look at the gender gap, framing issues and arguments in ongoing discussions about women’s rights in the United States and worldwide.

Defining and Discussing Freedom of the Press

Christy Mihaly (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615794

Recent events have shone a bright spotlight on the news media, including “fake news,” internet trolls, and attacks on journalists. Shaping the Debate: Defining and Discussing Freedom of the Press describes the history of the right to freedom of the press, how the constitution protects reporters, and what happens in places where the press is not free.

Defining and Discussing Human Rights

Christy Mihaly (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615770

In Shaping the Debate: Defining and Discussing Human Rights, readers will explore current conflicts involving human rights around the world. Then, decide where YOU stand on this important issue. Certain fundamental rights—such as the rights to safety, freedom of movement, and freedom of expression—are human rights to which everyone is entitled.

Defining and Discussing Immigration

Christy Mihaly (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615763

Shaping the Debate: Defining and Discussing Immigration introduces readers to the facts and divergent points of view behind the headlines about immigration. Learn about border enforcement and security, sanctuary cities, proposals for immigration reform, and more. Then, decide where YOU stand on this important issue.

Tyrannosaurus Rex

Anastasia Suen (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615572

Welcome to the exciting world of paleontology! This book is about the discovery of Tyrannosaurus rex, including information about the dinosaur's appearance, movement, and diet before it became extinct.

Triceratops

Anastasia Suen (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615558

Welcome to the exciting world of paleontology! This book is about the discovery of the Triceratops dinosaur, including information about the dinosaur's appearance, movement, and diet before it became extinct. A massive pair of animal horns is found near the Rocky Mountains. Is it a bison—or a Triceratops?

Stenonychosaurus

Anastasia Suen (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615565

Welcome to the ever-changing world of paleontology! This book is about the discovery of the Stenonychosaurus dinosaur, including information about the dinosaur's appearance, movement, and diet before it became extinct. A strange lizard tooth found in 1855 turned out to be one of the first dinosaurs found in the United States. In 2017, its name was changed from Troodon formosus to Stenonychosaurus.

Ankylosaurus

Anastasia Suen (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615534

Let's explore the exciting world of paleontology! This book is about the discovery of the Ankylosaurus dinosaur, including information about the dinosaur's appearance, movement, and diet before it became extinct. This special dinosaur was covered with armor and roamed the plains of North America. Did it live near you? Let's find out!

Hadrosaurus

Anastasia Suen (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615541

Let's explore the exciting world of paleontology! This book is about the discovery of Hadrosaurus, including information about the dinosaur's appearance, movement, and diet before it became extinct. Did you know that a dinnertime story led to the discovery of a dinosaur? And that strange old bones dug up behind a house became the first North American dinosaur ever seen by the public?

Allosaurus

Anastasia Suen (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615527

Let's explore the exciting world of paleontology! This book is about the discovery of the Allosaurus dinosaur, including information about the dinosaur's appearance, movement, and diet before it became extinct.

Unexplained Unsolved Crimes

Brittany Canasi (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781643692111

In Unexplained: Unsolved Crimes, readers in grades 4–8 will step into the world of unsolved crimes, where the trail runs cold and many cases remain open. From heists and murders to burglaries and beyond, these unsolved crimes have stumped even the most skilled investigators.

Unexplained Mysterious Disappearances

Kevin Walker (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781643691817

In Unexplained: Mysterious Disappearances, readers in grades 5-9 will explore people and places throughout history that have been involved with sudden, mysterious disappearances. What happened to Amelia Earhart? Why is the Bermuda Triangle so mysterious? In some cases, theories can explain what happened. In others, no one is sure.