united states

Presents a picture book biography of John Roy Lynch, who even though he and his brother were half Irish, their mother was a slave, which made them slaves before the Civil War. After the war's end John began to thrive in the new world, becoming justice of the peace and even becoming one of the first African American men in Congress.

Relates the story of Sergeant Reckless, a horse that held official rank in the United States military and served during the Korean War.

Profile of Bob Dole, excerpted from the book, What It Takes, written during the 1992 presidential campaign, examines the senator's character, career, and drive for the role of chief executive.

Biography of WWII hero, Chester Nimitz, traces his remarkable life from his nineteenth-century childhood through his valiant service during World War II as commander of all U.S. ships in the Pacific.

The tale of how the colonial Americans won their independence from Great Britain is well-known among young and old, and its retelling continues to be an inspiration for the struggling and downtrodden. Readers will be introduced to the stressful, tense, and sometimes violent days leading up to the revolution. The instructive text then goes on to discuss major battles, war strategies, and tide-turning events. Both text and sidebars highlight important figures and events in this classic historical tale of perseverance that never grows stale.

"A historical survey of the United States Supreme Court, from its beginnings to present decisions, including its judicial role and influential justices such as Earl Warren."--.

"A historical survey of the United States Senate, from its beginnings to current issues, including its role in Congress and influential senators such as Daniel Webster and Hillary Clinton."--.

"A historical survey of the United States House of Representatives, from its beginnings to present struggles, including its role in Congress and influential members."--.

As a kid growing up in Brooklyn, Bernie Sanders was surrounded by grinding poverty that turned families against each other as they scrimped and saved to pay their bills. Bernie saw politics as his chance to give a decent life to everyone, not just those born into wealth or the lucky few who hit it big. But the Democratic Party and the country overall were moving to the right. Bernie joined a tiny independent party from Vermont. He ran for mayor. As a socialist. And won. That was the beginning. [From back cover.

Examines the impact the 1983 report "A Nation at Risk" had on America's education system, describing the programs and reforms that were created in response to the report and analyzing their effectiveness in changing American public schools.