This informative book looks at how early Islamic empires were governed. Fascinating topics explored include: the caliphs, or spiritual leaders; tolerance of other religions; non-Muslims… More →
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This amazing book provides a snapshot of systems of government used by various ancient civilizations. Engaging illustrations, detailed timelines, and fascinating information bring back to… More →
As settlers came west, they discovered there were already people living on this "new" land. Discover how this mass invasion of settlers impacted the indigenous peoples of the West: their… More →
Find out what life was like for the people who settled the "Wild Frontier" in these travel magazine-style books. Each book features "news stories" that explore the development of the American More →
When the cattle trade moved west, herds took over vast expanses of land. Go west with the cowboys that rode the range and herded cattle along the trails from the southwest to the railheads.… More →
Travel with some of the most famous pioneers who opened up the West, from the explorers Daniel Boone and Lewis and Clark to John C. Frémont and the trappers of Canada. This fascinating… More →
Go west to see how people in the towns lived, selling goods to the settlers, miners, and prospectors. Some became hugely successful, such as Levi Strauss, who began selling overalls and tents More →
Go west seeking your fortune with those who came because of the land's rich natural resources. "News stories" reveal the hard lives of miners in the Rockies and the desperation of prospectors More →
Heed the government's urging and "Go West" with the many people who accepted the challenge. Motivated by the ideal of Manifest Destiny - the right of the United States to expand across the… More →
The performance of the color guard in the marching band is what makes the music come to life. This section of the band helps to bring excitement and visual effects to the marching band… More →
Taking full advantage of the graphic novel medium, the Graphic Histories series retells the famous stories of United States history. Full-color artwork and gripping, easy-to-follow text… More →
Graphic Medieval History tells real stories about the ravaging plagues, famous battles, religious Crusades, and the kings, knights, and rebels that shaped the medieval world. Each book… More →