Inspired by Cortés' discovery in the early 1500s of gold in Mexico, Francisco Pizarro was inspired like many to seek his fortune through expedition. This interesting new book describes the… More →
Social Studies
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"Power concedes nothing without a demand. It never did and it never will." The prophetic words of abolitionist, writer, and social reformer Frederick Douglass live on in his speeches and… More →
When Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation, he set in motion a series of events that changed the course of American history. Since then, African Americans have worked… More →
A Founding Father of the United States, Thomas Jefferson once wrote that a free press is important to a functioning democracy. In other words, without critical and reliable press, a society… More →
This dynamic new series takes readers on a journey back to the late 1800s and early 1900s to discover how different facets of life have changed over time. Using a compare and contrast text… More →
Many unusual as well as familiar games from the 19th century are gathered together in Games from Long Ago. An important tool in teaching children how to behave in society, games were often… More →
The Get Informed--Stay Informed series is designed to empower young people to become knowledgeable, active citizens by engaging with current issues shaping the world today. Each title arms… More →
Get Involved! explores the world of social activism. Activists are people who want to make change for the better. They educate, agitate, and offer assistance. They also speak out for others… More →
This important title tackles the complex events that led up to the global financial crisis and recession of 2007 onward. Readers will weave their way through the differing causes and effects… More →
Early readers will be introduced to the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, California. Simple text and vibrant images aid comprehension. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available. More →