Stanley, Joseph

"What does religious freedom actually entail, and why is it a controversial issue? Readers explore the answers to these questions as they learn about the history of religious freedom in the United States and how it compares to other countries"--Provided by publisher.

This in-depth resource delves into the story of the Wampanoga Indians from the time before the arrival of European colonists through the current issues that they face today.

Delves into the story of the Delware (Lenape) Indians from the time before the arrival of European colonists through the current issues that they face today.

"Income inequality is a complex topic, but readers are able to explore this issue using language and examples they can easily understand. The economic, social, and political realities of income inequality are explained through simple main text, fact boxes filled with helpful statistics, and accessible graphic organizers. Detailed photographs are included to give readers a clearer picture of this important issue. Young people are also introduced to ways they can do their part to take on this issue and make the world a more fair place"--Provided by the publisher.

The assassination of President John F. Kennedy was a horrific event that stunned the world and left Americans deeply shaken. There are many conspiracy theories surrounding this crime and its aftermath, but readers will discover the facts as they take a closer look at the shooting and the events that followed with the help of fact boxes, detailed sidebars, and primary source photographs. Essential historical information is presented in an engaging way, as common facts taught in history classes share space with gripping details of the investigation of one of the most infamous crimes of the 20th century.

Readers explore the intricate process of mining for rubies, cutting these gems, and polishing them until they look their best.

Text and illustrations introduce rubies, discussing how they are made, where they are mined, and more.

Readers learn what a half-dollar is, how it equates to other coins, counting skills, and concepts in American history including what is on both sides of the coin.

"The United States didn't expand from the 13 original states to its present size all at once. Many different events took place to shape the country into what it is today. Readers explore the details behind many of these events, including the purchase of Alaska and the signing of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo"--Amazon.com.

Describes the Little Dipper star formation including its location, shape, navigational uses, and more, and relates the Greek myths associated with it.