Educational: Humanities and social sciences, general

New York City boasts one of the most famous skylines in the world, and the Empire State Building is undeniably the focal point of this incredible view.

Something wicked was brewing in the small town of Salem, Massachusetts in 1692.

On August 25th, 2005, one of the deadliest and most destructive hurricanes in history hit the Gulf of Mexico.

More than two thousand years ago, with his land under constant attack from nomads, the First Emperor of China came up with a simple solution: build a wall to keep out enemies.

It was world-famous sculptor Gutzon Borglum''s dream to carve sixty-foot-high likenesses of four presidents on a granite cliff in South Dakota.

The history of the White House, first completed in 1799, reflects the history of America itself.

In 1876, France decided to give the United States a very big and very special present--the Statue of Liberty.

Before 1914, traveling from the East Coast to the West Coast meant going by land across the entire United States.

From 1892 to 1954, Ellis Island was the gateway to a new life in the United States for millions of immigrants.

The morning of August 24, AD 79, seemed like any other in the Roman city of Pompeii.

Discover the man behind the chocolate bar!

George is the catcher for his school''s baseball team, the Sugarman Sea Monkeys, and they are in the championships!

Shrek meets Dork Diaries in this epically funny tale of a troll trying to figure out how to be more popular

It’s not easy being Zarf.

A memoir of the Civil Rights Movement from one of its youngest heroes

A Sibert Informational Book Medal Honor Book
Kirkus Best Books of 2015
Booklist Editors'' Choice 2015
BCCB Blue Ribbon 2015

As the youngest marcher in the 1965 voting rights march from Selma to Montgomery, Albama, Lynda Blackmon Lowery proved that young adults can be heroes.

Heavenly Father (Papa) lives in eternity (Isaiah 57:15) where time does not exist.

Take a fresh look at life in 20th century Britain, through the eyes of those whose history has too often been neglected.

How do I know the Bible is true?

Aprons on, it's time for kitchen fun for everyone!

It should not come as a surprise, but to many young people it does: What you do during high school and college can have a significant impact on career opportunities.

The Beast of Rickards Road appeared out of the darkness one October night and terrorized the small community of Walkertown, NC.

Christian in tone, relaying good morals and virtues, and told in delightful verse and meter, these old-fashioned Christmas poems will be enjoyed by the whole family!

Nothing about Jimmy McMullen's childhood was dysfunctional, unless you consider having big ears a "e;dysfunction"e;.

Sensitive and encouraging, Puberty Survival Guide for Girls is an easy-to-read resource for young girls who are anticipating the many physical and emotional changes that accompany puberty.

Language is a passport to a culture.

I Prayed You Into Life is an insight into a young woman's quest to find true love; first with Christ and then with a future spouse.

The authors wife has frequently reminded him that there is a sermon in everything!

If you are a male approaching adulthood, you might be wondering: Are you a boy or a man?

At last!

Musings and Philosophy of an Iowa Farmer looks at a farmer's relationship with God, his family, his farm and his neighbors.

The entire Bible's story of God's love for all human beings distilled to a 60 minute read.

The 12th edition of the market-leading atlas for primary school pupils, Philip's RGS Junior School Atlas has been fully revised and updated with all the latest facts and curriculum requirements.

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Here’s middle-grade nonfiction that reads like a thriller.

The School for Wives concerns an insecure man who contrives to show the world how to rig an infallible alliance by marrying the perfect bride; The Learned Ladies centers on the domestic calamities wrought by a domineering woman upon her husband, children, and household.

For children on school trips or traveling with their families, here is kid-friendly information about popular monuments, museums, exhibits, shopping, sporting events--and even day trips outside the immediate metropolitan area.

The go-to guide to the stars for beginners and experts alike.