Children’s / Teenage general interest: History and the past

Dame Floella Benjamin's classic childhood memoir, Coming to England, is an inspirational story and a powerful reminder that courage and determination can overcome adversity.

An epic historical joke and fact book from TV legend Sir Tony Robinson, author of the bestselling The Worst Children's Jobs in History and the Weird World of Wonders series.

John Farman, the genius (for want of a better word) responsible for the best-selling A VERY BLOODY HISTORY OF BRITAIN (WITHOUT THE BORING BITS), now tackles all the great periods of history - in less than 10,000 words.

John Farman, the genius (for want of a better word) responsible for the best-selling A VERY BLOODY HISTORY OF BRITAIN (WITHOUT THE BORING BITS), now tackles all the great periods of history - in less than 10,000 words.

John Farman, the genius (for want of a better word) responsible for the best-selling A VERY BLOODY HISTORY OF BRITAIN (WITHOUT THE BORING BITS), now tackles all the great periods of history - in less than 10,000 words.

John Farman, the genius (for want of a better word) responsible for the best-selling A VERY BLOODY HISTORY OF BRITAIN (WITHOUT THE BORING BITS), now tackles all the great periods of history - in less than 10,000 words.

En estas pginas encontraras que son historias que de alguna manera hemos pasado o vivido en nuestras vidas, no son extraordinarias pero si divertidas, es una invitacin abierta a que recuerdes tu niez y me acompaes en esta breve y simple narracin de situaciones que seguro has vivido a tu manera.

Once upon another time,the world was young and new.

During a time when taking a trip across the nation could be dangerous for Black Americans, one man crafted a guide that changed the lives of millions.

The inspiring story of a Puritan woman whose passion for writing poetry broke barriers.

The life and teachings of Jesus changed the world forever--but what happened after the events of the Gospels?

The story of a persistent woman whose research in molecular biology changed the world.

Maths + history + jokes - boring bits = A Quick History of Maths.

American history comes alive for young readers in this collection of richly detailed narratives ranging from Christopher Columbus to Abraham Lincoln.

Celebrate Black Historical Figures Who Changed HistoryEmbrace Black girl magic and learn about the Black historical figures who made their impact on society as we know it.

A Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People: A firsthand account of Christopher Columbus's famous voyage to the East, taken directly from his journal entriesChristopher Columbus had a dream to reach the fabled lands of the East, rich with spices, jewels, silver, and especially gold.

Making Money While You're Sleeping: My Journey as a Kid Entrepreneur tells the story of fourteen-year-old inventor Sean Gilmore and the journey he undertook to bring a product that he conceived when he was just ten years old to market.

Sarka is only thirteen when her mother suddenly tells her one day, I dreamed that you got married .

Eight hundred years ago since Chingiz Khans death, the precise place of his burial is still a mystery.

**2022 Will Rogers Medallion Award Gold Winner for Western Non-Fiction - Young Readers**Welcome to Western Writers of America's first anthology for young readers.

You might think your Pokemon are perfect - but evolving them could be even better.

The bestselling, critically acclaimed new women's history book from Philippa Gregory for 2025 - adapted for teen and YA readers!

Born into slavery, Rebecca Crumpler became the first Black female physician in America.

Within the pages of American history are the stories of remarkable African American women who have defied the odds, taken a stand for justice, and made incredible strides despite opposition from the culture around them.

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This is the true and touching story of Sophie Maria Nowina Konopka and her battle with leukemia, her valiant fight for life, her precious spiritual journey, the people she touched, and the many lives she changed forever.

Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series.

**2022 Will Rogers Medallion Award Gold Winner for Western Non-Fiction - Young Readers**Welcome to Western Writers of America's first anthology for young readers.

The perfect introduction for learning about women throughout history who dared to do the extraordinary!

This book is based on things that Riyanas little brother has actually done, so you could say this is a true story.

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America was well known as a land of emigrants.

ANNES True Life StoryThis Story is about a young girl at the age of 19.

Raney Budd Wrightan Army bratcouldnt help but be annoyed when at age ten he found out his family would be moving again.

I have no great actions to boast of,but I will endeavor in my way, whichis a way of my own, to write yousome anecdotes, give you some ideasof how we fared, what we did, what we seen, and how we seen it.

What do Orson Welles, Flash Gordon, Cream of Wheat and bobtailed dogs have in common?

I have spent three decades watching young men come in and out of prison.

There are many other poker games.

This book discusses memoirs from my mother as she grew up and lived before, during, and after the Great Depression.

Christmas out of a catalog?

Ingrid Silvian has written a memorable story for children that will help them understand what it was really like to live through events of WWII, how children just like them adapt and survive.

The book is about my life, my experiences, and the naked truth of human nature.

Women Who Dared Volume 2 brings readers 52 MORE incredible stories of daredevils and adventurers from around the world for readers of all ages.

Black history is not a mystery.

Read how Stubby finds happiness despite his disability.

I was Diagnosis Retarded, chronicles the true story of a Mexican immigrant who defied the cultural bias of the Los Angeles Unified School District; an educational institution that branded him mentally retarded but somehow overcame becoming a statistical casualty.

Grandpa Wouldn't Lie is the heartwarming story of a boy's relationship with his grandparents.

From the author of Barbaro comes the triumphant story of the 2015 Triple Crown and Breeders Cup winner, American Pharoah.

Get a behind-the-scenes glimpse of what it takes to be considered one of the worst figures in history, with this second book in a brand-new nonfiction series that focuses on the most nefarious historical figures.