An in-depth look at the American presidents Washington, Adams, and Jefferson.
An in-depth look at the American presidents Madison, Monroe, and Adams.
This book compares and contrasts the FBI and CIA, two agencies whose primary objective is to protect American citizens and uphold the laws of the United States, and covers the origins and history of each.
This book introduces the United States Department of Homeland Security created after the 9/11 terrorist attacks, covering responsibilities such as securing the borders, air travel security, preparing for disasters, and protecting against cyber attacks.
An update to the Presidents Encyclopedia set featuring detailed sections on the economy, the White House, and the 2012 race to the White House.
This book describes the life of Ulysses S. Grant, a general in the Union army and a U.S. president.
This book takes a look at the issues of hijacking and security for the fight against terrorism in our country and our allies, including how terrorists use modern inventions and technology to carry out their destructive acts, and the events of 9/11.
Explains the CIA and the FBI, threats of terrorism, and the potential solutions to rid the world of terrorist attacks.
Explores places where terrorists hide and recruit, why they lead very secret lives, and some of the high-tech responses since 9/11.
Explains the Department of Defense and the State Department, threats of terrorism, and potential solutions to rid the world of terrorism.
Explains how the Department of Homeland Security works to fight threats of terrorism and develop potential solutions needed to rid the world of terrorism.
Follows the Thirteenth Amendment that freed the slaves through the end of the war and the death of President Abraham Lincoln.
Explains the early history of how the Bill of Rights came to be, and how it is used to protect citizens.
Explains the early history of the Constitution and how it is preserved today.
Explains the early history of the Declaration of Independence and how it is preserved today.
Explains the early history of how the bill of rights came to be and how it is used to protect citizens.
Follows the Thirteenth Amendment that freed the slaves, the end of the war, and the death of President Abraham Lincoln.
Scientific and anecdotal information about each of the fifty states' official state flower and the processes used to select it.
Historical and anecdotal information about selected major historic monuments and sites in each of the fifty states.
Kids of all ages will enjoy learning fascinating historical facts about all 46 presidents from George Washington through Joe Biden. Included on each fact page is information about each president’s early years, previous occupation, presidency accomplishments, and the vice president that served on his administration.
Presents an overview of the Civil War, including history, important people and battles, and a time line of events.
Explores 12 things to know about political parties. Includes amazing facts along with information about key history and major players.
A baseball fan sues after being hit by a hot dog. When a pro football team leaves in the middle of the night, a city takes the team to court. Salary negotiations for a top player take weeks. What do these examples have in common? The answer is sports law. Behind every thrilling sport are laws that protect those on and off the field and lawyers who ensure deals get done.
The world came to a halt in 2020 due to the COVID-19 virus. This timely book looks at how governments jumped into action, adapting their strategies as the pandemic evolved and changed. It also explores historical pandemic responses, the problems and challenges related to carrying out pandemic strategies, and how we can learn from the COVID-19 pandemic to prepare for the future. Free downloadable Teacher's Notes.
We know that countries enter into alliances and make treaties and agreements--but why are these important and how do they affect our lives? From the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) to the Paris Agreement, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), and free trade agreements (FTAs), this comprehensive book explores the reasons for and impacts of alliances and treaties. Free downloadable Teacher's Notes.
