history

Presents a collection of over 190 puzzles, games, and tricks that challenge skills in United States history. Includes illustrations.

Readers will journey alongside a host of notable explorers, accompanying Lewis and Clark on their famous expedition--during which they both charted much of the United States and identified 178 new plants--and marvelling at Charles Darwin's revolutionary findings in the Galapagos Islands.

Technological advances--including pressurized cabins for hot air balloons, rocketry that powers spacecraft, and deep-sea diving gear--have changed the face of exploration. What hasn't changed since ancient times, however, is the bravery and inquisitiveness of intrepid individuals at the forefront of modern-day exploration and adventure.

Provides an understanding of the causes and outbreak of the Vietnam war and how it impacted the United States.

Biographies of 19th-century authors from around the world, including discussion of their major works and the literary conventions of their respective times and places.

The American Civil War continues to be one of the most significant events in US history. In this title readers will examine one of the most controversial issues that separated the North and the South slavery.

The American Civil War continues to be one of the most significant events in US history. In this title readers will examine the far reaches of the war through the key turning points in battles across the nation.

The American Civil War continues to be one of the most significant events in US history. In this title readers will examine the pivotal commanders of the war both on the homefront and on the battlefield.

The American Civil War continues to be one of the most significant events in US history. In this title readers will examine the memorable victories and defeats that marked the final years of the war for both the Union and Confederate forces.

This title presents in detail the culture and history of the Ancient Byzantine Empire as a significant ancient civilizations of the world . This series is intended for upper elementary school students.