Bobbie Kalman's Historic Communities series has been revised and updated! This immensely popular series by acclaimed nonfiction author Bobbie Kalman provides a close-up view of how people in… More →

In the past, people could not buy all the goods they needed. Instead, they used and reused materials to make things for themselves. Leftover strips of cloth were woven into rag rugs, and… More →

The book provides an engaging introduction on how Canada's parliamentary system of government works. The distinctions between head of state and head of government are explained, while… More →

From its roots in ancient Greece to its revitalization in the Age of Enlightenment and beyond, democracy as a form of government has changed over time. Find out what threats democracy faces… More →

This book carefully explains what elections are and the vital role they play in American society. Whether it is a detailed description of the lengthy process involved in choosing a new… More →

Emphasis is placed on the fact no law can be implemented without going through a painstaking and deliberate process designed to protect all members of society. Examples are used to illustrate More →

Humanitarians chronicles the fascinating lives and achievements of dedicated female activists around the world. Subjects explored include migrant farm workers, Braille, India, the… More →

Journalist, speaker, and early civil rights leader Ida B. Wells was one of the most outspoken and famous women in the United States. Her powerful speeches on the injustices of lynching in… More →

From about 1820 to its height in the early 1900s, the United States and Canada experienced a huge influx of people from other countries seeking to become citizens. This fascinating book… More →

An important addition to any multicultural collection, this title examines the internment of "enemy aliens" in the United States and Canada during the Second World War. With particular… More →