McDonnell, Julia

"When the framers of the Constitution were creating a new government, representation was an issue near and dear to their patriotic hearts. After all, "No Taxation Without Representation" was a reason they'd just fought with Britain! They decided on a legislative branch with two houses, each with its own powers and limitations. Why did they choose this system? Which famous figures battled over this bicameral vision? And over 200 years later, how has it changed-and does it still fulfill their expectations? Historical data, fun facts, and quotes from important Americans teach students about the law-making branch of government"--.

Readers learn the facts behind the fictional tale of the first Thanksgiving, and learn what really happened.

Discusses the processes of how precious metals form.

"Every student grows up hearing about the first Thanksgiving, celebrated by the Pilgrims and Native Americans in 1621. However, that wasn't the first Thanksgiving! It wasn't even the first one celebrated by European settlers! This is just one myth debunked in this ... look at colonial American history"--Provided by publisher.

Describes the exploits of Paul Bunyan and his pet, Babe the blue ox, exploring the claims that Paul Bunyon really existed, current research and his place in popular culture today.

Readers will love the folk tales describing the exploits of Bunyan and his pet, Babe the Blue Ox. Amusing images accompany the lively text, while fact boxes shed some light on each story’s origins.

"Every student grows up hearing about the first Thanksgiving, celebrated by the Pilgrims and Native Americans in 1621. However, that wasn't the first Thanksgiving! It wasn't even the first one celebrated by European settlers! This is just one myth debunked in this ... look at colonial American history"--Provided by publisher.

A brief biography of Harriet Tubman that uses her own words.

Using his own words, creates a profile of the great Lakota chief Sitting Bull, who led a resistance against the U.S. government during the mid-nineteenth century.

Stories of the outlaw archer Robin Hood reach back to medieval times. However, movies, books, comic books, and television shows about him still populate our popular culture. Readers will not only become absorbed by the legend of the folk hero, complete with his Merry Men and the evil Sheriff of Nottingham, they'll be intrigued by the debate about whether Robin Hood is based on a real person. Famous illustrations and fun facts abound in this high-interest volume. Full-color photographs, Fact Boxes, Historical Context Overview, Glossary, For Further Information Section, Index.