Synopsis: - One of few series that covers a broad range of major events throughout U.S. history- Primary source quotes are included- Includes expanded subject coverage, subheadings, informative sidebars, glossary terms, timelines, and additional resources, as well as an attractive new design and dramatic photographs- Core-curriculum subjects

Synopsis: Now in paperback—the award-winning National Geographic book that presents the untold story of the invisible war behind the American Revolution. A riveting tale of intrigue, spies, counterspies and secret agents, George Washington, Spymasteris a unique and entertaining account of one of the most important chapters in our nation's history. The compelling narrative reveals the surprising role played by the first commander-in-chief, General George…

Synopsis: Key Features Description From spying on the British to rescuing fallen soldiers on the battlefield, the men and women recognized here stand as unforgettable heroes of the Revolutionary War. Lively anecdotes and bold paintings present a dozen figures whose courage and determination to seek freedom were indomitable. From spying on the British to rescuing fallen soldiers on the battlefield, the men and women recognized here stand as unforgettable…

Synopsis: A simple biography of the Wampanoag Indian who helped the Pilgrims survive in their early days in the Plymouth colony.

Synopsis: From the inspiring yet straightforward words of Abraham Lincoln, the story of a man who went to school for no more than one year, lost two elections, and then went to lead our nation through the hardest of times, is told. Through speeches, writings, and memoirs, Lincoln offers readers a personal history lesson of his life.

Synopsis: Based on an extraordinary true story, this young adult novel follows an young enslaved woman’s struggle to take what is rightfully hers.When I was four and my daddy left, I cried, but I understood. He had become part of the Gone. Oney Judge is a slave. But on the plantation of Mount Vernon, the beautiful home of George and Martha Washington, she is not called a slave. She is referred to as a servant, and a house servant at that—a position of…

Synopsis: Provides an introduction to the United States Capitol building, including its history, designer, construction, reconstruction, location, and importance as a symbol of the United States.

Synopsis: In Their Own Words: Sitting Bull tells the exciting story of Sitting Bull's life using real drawings, letters, and speeches from him and from his friends and family. A warrior I have been. / Now, it is all over. / A hard time I have. With these words, Sitting Bull surrendered to the U.S. government on July 20, 1881. Sitting Bull spent most of his life trying to protect his people. A proud father and brave warrior, Sitting Bull wanted the…

Synopsis: Benjamin Franklin was a remarkable man in our country's history. He wasn't just an inventor. He was also a journalist, a poet, a printer, a politician, an ambassador and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States of America.

Synopsis: It's one small step for birds, one giant leap for birdkind... Blast off with the Angry Birds as they fly through space on an intergalactic rescue mission! Evil space piggies have stolen their eggs and are hiding them somewhere in outer space. To save them, the Angry Birds have teamed up with National Geographic to learn all they can about planets, moons, stars, galaxies, and the mysteries of the universe. Four chapters take the readers deeper…

Synopsis: Collection of factual articles and detailed illustrations about the Civil War in the Charleston, S. C. area from 1860-1865.

Synopsis: Have you ever wondered how the Liberty Bell got cracked? Did you know the wild turkey almost became the national bird of the United States? And who is Uncle Sam, anyway?  Answer all these questions and many more as you explore the history behind seventeen well-known monuments and symbols of the United States of America—including the Great Seal, the Pledge of Allegience, the Capitol Building and more. Descriptions of each symbol include the…

Synopsis: In this Level 4 DK Reader, meet dastardly pirates who lived across the sea, from Captain Blackbeard to Henry Morgan. Learn about the dangerous lives of these swashbuckling villains and find out who got away with murder―and who had to walk the plank.Stunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate stories in DK Readers, a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing…

Synopsis: They fan out across the city, perfectly disguised -- as a mime, a toy vendor, a con artist. Rabid with hunger, they bore into their victims, gorging on fear and desire, killing them in silence: a fat woman hiding raw sexuality under layers of flesh ... a gifted executive trapped in a dead-end job ... a frenzied salesman late for his next appointment ... a young woman battling childhood terrors ... her brother, a strung-out junkie...But when a…