The first enslaved Africans landed in North America in 1619 to begin a life of forced, unpaid labor, harsh living conditions, and cruel treatment. The Southern economy grew dependent on slave labor, and the terrible institution was not abolished until after the American Civil War. Although slavery ended almost 150 years ago in the United States, its legacies of racism, prejudice, and the struggle for equal treatment persist today.
Sojourner Truth was born into slavery. Freed before its abolition, she dedicated her life to speaking out against inequality in all forms. She became one of the nation's foremost abolitionists and an important women's-rights advocate.
Discover how math applies to the game of soccer, from the length of the field to the calculation of players' stats.
After the ball they're playing with gets ruined, Herbie Bear and his friend Michael must find an alternative. In their attempts to trade items for Herbie's younger brothers' ball, the boys learn a lesson in sharing.
Herbie Bear wonders how best to show family members his appreciation for all they do.
A very simple introduction to recorders, their history, what they sound like, what they look like, and how they are played.
A thorough, illustrated biography discussing the childhood, career, family, and term of Rutherford B. Hayes, nineteenth president of the United States.
A very simple introduction to the life and accomplishments of famed civil-rights activist Rosa Parks.
A thorough, illustrated biography discussing the childhood, career, family, and term of Richard M. Nixon, thirty-seventh president of the United States.
Explore the colorful customs, people, and places of Rhode Island. With straightforward text and captivating photos, this book is a great introduction to the state. Maps and symbols are included to enrich the student's understanding of geography and state identity.
What do you call a book that both tickles your funny bone and tests your brain? That's an easy one: Hah-Larious Riddles! Here are dozens of riddles to keep your noggin working hard!
A thorough, illustrated biography discussing the president's childhood, his career, his family, and his term as the fortieth president of the United States. Includes a time line and glossary.
Herbie Bear loves to paint, but learns that some things are better off left as they are.
Herbie Bear struggles with math problems, but learns to take his time, raise his hand, and answer correctly.
Explore the colorful customs, people, and places of Puerto Rico. With straightforward text and captivating photos, this book is a great introduction to the commonwealth. Maps and symbols are included to enrich the student's understanding of geography and commonwealth identity.
Explains how oranges are grown and harvested; discusses how oranges are turned into orange juice and packaged at a factory; and how orange juice becomes available to consumers.
Explains how peanuts are farmed and harvested; discusses how peanuts are turned into peanut butter and packaged at the factory; and how peanut butter becomes available to consumers.
Explore the colorful customs, people, and places of Oregon. With straightforward text and captivating photos, this book is a great introduction to the state. Maps and symbols are included to enrich the student's understanding of geography and state identity.
Explains how wood is cut and milled; discusses how graphite is produced and pencils are assembled at a factory; and how pencils become available to consumers.
Introduces payment methods including cash, checks, and credit; features a glossary; and lists resources to explore the subject further.
Explore the colorful customs, people, and places of Pennsylvania. With straightforward text and captivating photos, this book is a great introduction to the state. Maps and symbols are included to enrich the student's understanding of geography and state identity.
Oviraptor's name means 'egg thief.' Learn why scientists made a mistake when they named this dinosaur!
A very simple introduction to pianos, their history, what they sound like, what they look like, and how they are played.
Explore the colorful customs, people, and places of Oklahoma. With straightforward text and captivating photos, this book is a great introduction to the state. Maps and symbols are included to enrich the student's understanding of geography and state identity.
Explore the colorful customs, people, and places of Ohio. With straightforward text and captivating photos, this book is a great introduction to the state. Maps and symbols are included to enrich the student's understanding of geography and state identity.
