history

"British astronomer Arthur Stanley Eddington photographed the 1919 solar eclipse to prove Einstein's theory of general relativity by demonstrating that the sun's gravity could pull and bend light"--Provided by publisher.

"In 1752, the sky in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, darkened. A thunderstorm was coming. Benjamin Franklin was ready to perform an experiment. He wanted to show the electrical nature of lightning. His experiment was a success, but he didn't discover electricity that day. Myths about Franklin and his experiment have been told for years. Discover what's real and what's fiction through infographics, primary sources, and leveled text"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the history of the World Series, highlighting successful teams and key matches and players. Includes color photographs, a glossary, an activity, and further resources.

"[Presents] narrative play-by-plays of record-making Triple Crown moments sports fanatics should know"--Back cover.

Examines the history of the NBA finals, highlighting key rivalries, matches, and players. Includes color photographs, a glossary, an activity, and further resources.

Examines the history of the men's and women's FIFA World Cups, highlighting key matches and players. Includes color photographs, a glossary, an activity, and further resources.

Explores the key events of the Civil Rights Movement, focusing on the year 1978, including the Supreme Court case Regents of the University of California v. Bakke, Max Robinson, and more.

Explores the key events of the Civil Rights Movement, focusing on the year 1970, including Charles Edward Gordone who became the first African American playwright to win the Pulitzer Prize, Essence magazine, and more.

Explores the key events of the Civil Rights Movement, focusing on the year 1967, including the Vietnam War, Thurgood Marshal's appointment to the Supreme Court, and more.

Volume one of a four volume set covering the history of immigrants in the United States from 1500 to the present day.