Educational: History

From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, named 'the outstanding children's non-fiction author of the 20th century' by Books For Keeps
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Spain, 1099

Cristina is a serving girl at the palace of Valencia, and she has a reputation for being cowardly.

A laugh-out-loud comedy from popular author Sally Prue, taking a light hearted look at the clash of cultures in Roman Britain.

From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, named 'the outstanding children's non-fiction author of the 20th century' by Books For Keeps
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England, 1609

Sir Robert Hylton is the last knight of the grand Hylton Castle, and by far the worst.

From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, named 'the outstanding children's non-fiction author of the 20th century' by Books For Keeps
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England, 1485

The future of England is uncertain, the king's allies might really be his enemies, and poor young George is stuck in the crossfire.

Noor Khan was a pacifist, an Indian Muslim, a poet and children's author.

A laugh-out-loud comedy from popular author Sally Prue, taking a light hearted look at the clash of cultures in Roman Britain.

From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, named 'the outstanding children's non-fiction author of the 20th century' by Books For Keeps
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England, 1485

The future of England is uncertain, the king's allies might really be his enemies, and poor young George is stuck in the crossfire.

From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, named 'the outstanding children's non-fiction author of the 20th century' by Books For Keeps____________________Germany, 1227One night in a quiet German village, a stranger enters a local tavern.

From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, named 'the outstanding children's non-fiction author of the 20th century' by Books For Keeps
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Spain, 1099

Cristina is a serving girl at the palace of Valencia, and she has a reputation for being cowardly.

The story of Elizabeth I, the
last Tudor monarch, is one of enduring fascination.

The name of the Ivory Coast (also known as Cote d'Ivoire) comes from its history; at one time, Europeans came to the region to hunt elephants for their valuable ivory.

Indonesia is an archipelago that includes more than 17,000 islands and stretches across three time zones.

Located on the westernmost point of Africa, Senegal is a land of stunning coastlines, semi-desert sands, fertile river valleys, grassland plains, and tropical rainforests.

From Mount Fuji and hot springs to the bustling city of Tokyo, explore the wonders of Japan.

The Czech Republic is one of the newest countries in the world.

Poland is an Eastern European country that is stepping up on the world stage.

Take a trip back in time and find out what life in Ancient Rome was really like, in eBook formatFrom gladiators and giant baths to foreign wars and fabulous villas, let your child discover what the Roman world was like for both its citizens and slaves.

In November 1860, Abraham Lincoln was elected as the 16th president of the United States.

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

Some of the most important documents in American history were composed and debated within the Pennsylvania State House, now known as Independence Hall.

Denmark is a peaceful northern country that joined the EU in 1973.

China is one of the world's oldest uninterrupted civilizations, and the essential culture and identity of the Chinese people--the Chinese Way--was formed more than 2,000 years ago.

The Silent One is Jonasi, sent from the sea as a baby to grow up in an isolated Pacific village.

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The Rise of Nationalism: The Arab World, Turkey, and Iran examines the ideological background of nationalist movements in the Middle East, including Jewish nationalism in Palestine, tracing the way these movements grew and developed.

Not long ago, Ireland was a country dealing with poverty and violence.

Most people find themselves out in the wilderness at some point in their lives, even if they're just heading out for a camping trip.

Describes how Sacagawea found adventure guiding Lewis and Clark to the Oregon coast.

Africa is the only continent where poverty levels have risen in recent decades, and many of its countries suffer from humanitarian crises, political unrest, or both.

In 1498 Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama became the first European to set foot on the shores of Mozambique.

The United States' boundaries have expanded over the centuriesand at the same time, Americans' ideas about their country have grown as well.

This series explores history through modern topic books that enhance literacy and background knowledge while aligning with the curriculum.

Elite soldiers must know how to survive in every environment, including if they're stranded on the harshest ocean.

In 1836, a small group of Texan settlers fighting for their freedom from Mexico fortified an old Spanish mission near the village of San Antonio de Bxar.

Contrary to popular belief, Native Americans did not always have horses to assist them in their daily lives.

The United Arab Emirates is a federation made up of seven small kingdoms--Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm al-Qaiwain, al- Fujairah, and Ras al-Khaimah--located on the coast of the Arabian Peninsula.

Ghana, located on the Atlantic coast of West Africa, was once known as the Gold Coast because of its vast deposits of this precious mineral.

In the spring of 2003, the United States and it allies invaded Iraq to remove one of the world's most brutal dictators, Saddam Hussein, from power.

Isaac Newton's exploration of the world around him has shaped the direction of science for the last few hundred years.

By the beginning of the 1800s, America was a young country led by people who were ready to fight to defend American rights on the seas and at home.

Being in the Special Forces means you will be taken all over the world for some of the most difficult missions, often to unfriendly places and dangerous regions.

A member of the EU since 1973, the United Kingdom is made up mostly of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

The vast North African country of Algeria became independent in 1962 after a brutal eight-year-long war against France.

The combination of breathtaking scenic beauty, fabulous wildlife, and peace-loving citizens makes Botswana a favorite of tourists from all over the world.