pennsylvania

A biography of William Penn, founder of the Quaker colony of Pennsylvania, who struggled throughout his life for the freedom to practice his religion.

An introduction to the geography, history, government, economy, people, achievements, and landmarks of the "Keystone State," Pennsylvania.

"In this sequel to POWERLESS, the superpowered kids of Noble's Green are once again threatened by an unknown force that may be trying to steal their powers"--Provided by publisher.

In 1793 Philadelphia, sixteen-year-old Matilda Cook, separated from her sick mother, learns about perseverance and self-reliance when she is forced to cope with the horrors of a yellow fever epidemic.

Small but fast twelve-year-old Will Tyler, an avid football player in the down-and-out town of Forbes, Pennsylvania, takes matters into his own hands to try and finance the city's football team, giving the whole community hope in the process.

In 1863 Pennsylvania, fourteen-year-old Tacy faces the horrors of the Battle of Gettysburg while trying to stay out of the way of her brother David, who is in charge while their father serves as a doctor in the Union army, and to keep her friend Marvelous, a free black, safe from rebel soldiers.

Relates, through illustrations and short passages, events of the Civil War Battle of Gettysburg and its aftermath as seen through the eyes of soldiers, from generals to privates, as well as various civilians. Includes historical notes.

Soon after moving to Noble's Green, Pennsylvania, twelve-year-old Daniel learns that his new friends have super powers that they will lose when they turn thirteen, unless he can use his brain power to protect them.

Describes the history of the Pennsylvania colony and the daily lives of its people, covering its Native American tribes, the European settlers, early challenges, the Revolution, and statehood, and includes a recipe, activity, time line, glossary, and further reading list.

A short history of the Continental Army's desperate winter at Valley Forge in 1777, written in graphic novel format, focusing on the events leading up to that fateful encampment and Washington's struggle to keep his army together.