Schwartz, Heather E

"In 1963, more than 30 African American girls, ages 11-14, were arrested for taking part in Civil Rights protests in Americus, Georgia. Then came a greater ordeal: confinement in a Civil-War-era stockade."--Provided by publisher.

This inspiring, STEM-focused biography describes the life and influential work of Ellen Ochoa, the first female Hispanic astronaut to go to space. --.

Examines the job of government leaders at all levels -- city, state, and the nation -- providing examples of leaders from Georgia.

"European explorers left their homes to explore an unknown world. They did not always find what they expected. But they helped discover the truth about our world's geography. These early expeditions helped map out the modern world."--Back cover.

Explores the culture of different tribes that lived along the East coast, including the Northeastern and Southeastern regions, and describes how their lives were affected by the arrival of the Europeans.

A biography of African American NASA mathematician Katherine Johnson.

A biography of African American NASA mathematician Katherine Johnson.

Provides an account of the War of 1812, in which the United States became caught up in Britain's war with France to prove its independence from Great Britain. Discusses how Francis Scott Key was inspired to pen his poem which became the lyrics for "The Star Spangled Banner.".

A biography of Little Mix, a British girl group including Jade Thirlwall, Perrie Edwards, Leigh-Anne Pinnock, and Jesy Nelson.