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 entries Christopher Columbus had a dream—to reach the fabled lands of the East, rich with spices, jewels, silver, and especially gold.
The big purchase that led to fundamental questions about what America would become In 1803 President Thomas Jefferson bought the Louisiana Territory from the French for $15 million, extending the United States beyond the Mississippi River for the first time.
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.
Six inspiring accounts, based on true stories of the companions of the Prophet Muhammad, that demonstrate the value of love, sacrifice, respect, charity, compassion and kindness to all people.
"e;The conquest of Mexico, an extensive empire with a numerous and warlike population, by a mere handful of Spaniards, is one of the romances of history.
Fascinated by what lies beyond the boundaries of human experience, men and women have throughout history been irresisibly drawn to venture into the unknown.
"e;The Awakening of Europe"e; covers the reformation in Germany, the Netherlands, France, and England, as well as the settlement of colonies in America.
This is the story of how a proud and powerful chieftain came to embrace Islam as a result of the humane treatment shown to him by the Prophet during his capture and imprisonment.
"e;My series of stories dealing with the wars of England would be altogether incomplete did it not include the period when the Romans were the masters of the country.
From New York Times bestselling author Laurence Bergreen and author Sara Fray comes this immaculately researched history for young readers detailing the life of Zheng He, his complex and enduring friendship with his emperor, and the epic Seven Voyages he led that would establish China as a global power.
On August 4, 1940, an unassuming American journalist named Varian Fry made his way to Marseilles, France, carrying in his pockets the names of approximately two hundred artists and intellectuals - all enemies of the new Nazi regime.
Veteran author Ilene Cooper explores the turbulent history of one of Jerusalem's most sacred sites in this timely, illustrated nonfiction offering, Faith and Fury: The Temple Mount and the Noble Sanctuary.
United States of America: Itty-bitty Pedia was created for young children from early childhood to around ten years old with an emphasis on homeschooling.
For courses in Physiological Psychology and Biopsychology
Biopsychologypresents a clear, engaging introduction to biopsychological theory and research through a unique combination of biopsychological science and personal, reader-oriented discourse.
So that his brief, innocent life might have meaning for him and those who followed, Barry Glider's young mother bravely fought THE SYSTEM all the way up to the White House.
The description of a unique series of true-life experiences of a man in the throngs of a life between desperation and exuberance points to the work of fate in providing his transformation.
Winner of the Pablita Verde Award for outstanding children's publication from the Historical Society of New MexicoWinner of the 2012 Southwest Book Award from the Border Regional Library AssociationRecent health scares such as H1N1 influenza have exposed children to frightening information that can be difficult to process.
Contemporary Cases for Students Case Studies in Abnormal Behavior brings the field of abnormal psychology to life with its rare combination of readability, humor, and strong scholarship.
I Know World Flags is a fun informational picture eBook and introduction for five to twelve year olds to learn about flags from over 56 different countries.
