Part of the award-winning Young Adult non-fiction series, The Drum.“Everyone looks on me like a black snake.” – Letter from Ned Kelly to Sergeant Babington, July 1870. Ned Kelly was a thief, a bank robber and a murderer. He was in trouble with the law from the age of 12. He stole hundreds of horses and cattle. He robbed two banks. He killed three men. Yet, when Ned was sentenced to death, thousands of people rallied to save his life. He stood up to the authorities and fought for what he believed in. He defended the rights of people who had no power. Was he a villain? Or a hero? What do you think? Read more

This exciting series takes students around the world, country by country. Inside each book you’ll find maps, statistics, fun facts and photographs, as well as current information on the people, culture and landscape of each country. Every book is a valuable resource designed to support students and teachers Read more

In the early stages of the Pacific War, General Douglas MacArthur was expected to prevent the Japanese from taking Australia. With limited forces, MacArthur had to be tactical, and the key to the continent’s defense was the island of New Guinea, just above the northeast tip of Australia. In order to defend New Guinea, MacArthur sent a small task force to Milne Bay, where the Coral Sea rounded the southeast tip of the island. His plan: to establish an airfield base for bomber and fighter planes that could attack enemy invasion convoys as they rounded the tip of New Guinea to attack Australia.In the fall of 1941, at the age of twenty-six, Jules Archer joined the US Armed Forces. A few months later, he joined MacArthur as a member of the small task force being sent to New Guinea.With good reason not to expect to return alive, Archer and his troop were plunged into a new kind of war. They fought in a jungle among a primitive Melanesian people, some tribes of which were headhunters. For nearly four years they endured in the distant jungle. This is an inside look at one of the lesser-known stories of one of the worst wars the world has known. It’s a story of the absurdities, fears, camaraderie, and even humor of life as a wartime solider. Read more

Visible on the streets of every American city, the homeless continue to elicit emotional debate. This anthology contains the following chapters: Is Homelessness a Serious Problem? What Are the Causes of Homelessness? What Housing Options Would Benefit the Homeless? Read more

George Tahara's Hawaiian Legends film series have gained worldwide fame and have won numerous national and international awards. These tales are authentic in their Hawaiian folklore history and represent a lifetime of dedication to preserving the rich heritage of the Hawaiian people.Includes free 50 minute Hawaiian Legends Video Read more

Looking for that perfect gift to captivate your young baseball enthusiast?Search no more! "2151 Interesting Baseball Facts: Discover the Secrets of the Diamond, the Legends, and the Game" is not just another baseball book—it's a grand slam baseball book for boys 9-12 and kids of all ages who love the sport.This is no ordinary baseball book for kids. It's a treasure trove that sparks imagination and provides endless entertainment, all while sharpening their minds. If you're seeking baseball books for boys 9-12, or even for preteens, you've got a winner right here.Here’s a sneak peek of what’s inside this ultimate baseball trivia book:🔹 History of Baseball: Learn about the origins and evolution of America’s favorite pastime.🔹 Legendary Players: Babe Ruth to Willie Mays, legends who've earned their place in any kids baseball book.🔹 Amazing Records: Your child will discover mind-blowing stats and feats, making this a perfect baseball trivia book.🔹 Greatest Teams of All Time: Which teams rank as the greatest? A debate that belongs in baseball books for boys 9-12.🔹 Iconic Stadiums: Tour the hallowed grounds of Wrigley Field, Fenway Park, and more.🔹 Unforgettable Events: Dive into perfect games, game-changing plays, and events that shaped baseball history.🔹 Culture and Traditions: From the 7th-inning stretch to ballpark snacks, traditions that every kids book about baseball should cover.🔹 Great MLB Moments: Plays and comebacks that define the game, a must-have in kids books about baseball.More than just a kids baseball book, it's your child's ticket to a universe of baseball wonder, historical enigmas, and unforgettable moments. This kids book about baseball is a portal to a world of amazement.Why settle for a run-of-the-mill baseball book when you can gift an entire universe of baseball knowledge? It's the ideal gift for children aged 9 to 12, and a fantastic addition to your collection of baseball books for kids.So, are you ready to hit a home run with the ultimate baseball book gift? Swing for the fences and make "2151 Interesting Baseball Facts" part of your child's reading lineup today! Read more

Mata Austronesia is a collection of illustrated stories told by Austronesians past and present―an (ethno)graphic novel. Mata, the word for “eye” in numerous Austronesian languages, represents the common origin of the many distinctive Austronesian peoples spread throughout their vast oceanic realm. The tales in this book immerse us in the beauty of this shared heritage, ancestral memory, and cultural legacy.Millennia before the first Europeans ventured into the Pacific, Austronesian explorers sailing aboard their outrigger and double-hulled voyaging canoes had already found, settled, and succeeded in thriving on thousands of islands of the Pacific and Indian Oceans. From Madagascar to Rapa Nui, Austronesia is a diverse, complex, and extensive ethnolinguistic region stretching across more than half of the Earth’s saltwater expanse.This work showcases the abundance of unique identities, histories, ethnicities, cultures, languages, and storytelling traditions among people of Austronesian descent. Modern-day storytellers weave the past and present into a tapestry of tales passed down orally through generations and contextualize the staggering immensity of the cosmos, imparting meaning to visible and invisible realms. Formed over thousands of years, the wisdom of Indigenous Austronesians teaches us vital and contemporarily applicable lessons on living in harmony with each other and our planet.Mata Austronesia opens fresh avenues of connection and conversation between Austronesian peoples who live on their native islands and in diaspora, who are both unified and long-separated by oceans of time, space, and Western colonial and cartographic impositions. It includes stories from Ka Pae ‘Aina o Hawai‘i, Rapa Nui, Tahiti, Taha‘a, Kanaky (New Caledonia), Guåhan (Guam), Aotearoa (New Zealand), Viti (Fiji), Bali, Sulawesi (Celebes), Bohol (Visayas), Tutuila (American Samoa), Kiritimati (Christmas Island), Banaba (Ocean Island), and Madagasikara (Madagascar). With each hand-painted watercolor brushstroke, Tuki Drake invites friends and family of all heritages to fall in love with our shared ocean world. Read more

In 1946, as part of the Cold War arms race, the US military launched a program to test nuclear bombs in the Marshall Islands of the Pacific Ocean. From 1946 until 1958, the military detonated sixty-seven nuclear bombs over the region's Bikini and Enewetak Atolls. The twelfth bomb, called Bravo, became the world's first nuclear disaster. It sent a toxic cloud of radiation over Rongelap Atoll and other nearby inhabited islands. The testing was intended to advance scientific knowledge about nuclear bombs and radiation, but it had much more far-reaching effects. Some of the islanders suffered burns, cancers, birth defects, and other medical tragedies as a result of radiation poisoning. Many of the Marshallese were resettled on other Pacific islands or in the United States. They and their descendants cannot yet return to Bikini, which remains contaminated by radiation. And while the United States claims it is now safe to resettle Rongelap, only a few construction workers live there on a temporary basis. For Bombs over Bikini, author Connie Goldsmith researched government documents, military film footage, and other primary source documents to tell the story of the world's first nuclear disaster. You'll meet the people who planned the test operations, the Marshall Islanders who lost their homes and suffered from radiation illnesses, and those who have worked to hold the US government accountable for catastrophically poor planning. Was the new knowledge about nuclear bombs and radiation worth the cost in human suffering? You decide. Read more

Race to the Pole tells of several expeditions into the unknown. It looks at Scott, the old fashioned hero whose lack of preparation led to tragedy, and at Shackleton, who refused to sacrifice his men to the cause. Read more

Less than ten years after the establishment of the colony of South Australia in 1845, Edward John Eyre published his treatise "An Account of the Manners and Customs of the Aborigines and the State of their Relations with Europeans."This book is one of the earliest South Australian accounts of interactions between the colonists and the indigenous inhabitants of the country. It recounts, with sensitivity and keen observation, customs and practices, many of which have since been lost.  Eyre worked closely with the Aborigines, both on his expeditions and, from 1841 to 1843, while stationed at Moorundie on the River Murray near Blanchetown where he was Resident Magistrate and Protector of Aborigines.Eyre´s writing conveys great sympathy for the Aboriginal people, in the upheavals of their lives and the takeover of their country by Europeans. His grave fears for their future, which he expressed clearly and forcefully, can, in the 21st century, be seen as prophetic. Had more colonists shared or heeded Eyre´s views, they might have increased respect for Aborigines among early settlers, and improved treatment of the local indigenous people from earliest settlement throughout ensuing decades.This book is an essential source of information for students of Australian history and all who are interested in Aboriginal culture and history. Read more

LET´S COLOR UNICORNS! This fun coloring book features 40 adorable illustrations of different age unicorns--from playful unicorn kids to stylish and elegant unicorn moms or protecting unicorn dads. Perfect for all unicorn lovers, from 5 years old and up. Using colors that correspond to different numbers, kids can practice their art skills and completely forget about gadgets. The visual color key can be used independently by young children―a great win for busy parents. This activity will teach children focus and patience while having fun matching the colors to the included color key, or making up their own color combinations.What you will find in this book:40 creative and cute pictures of a magical unicorn to color and enjoyEasy-to-understand color code system on the back cover, perfect for kids who cannot readSingle-sided pages to avoid bleed-through and allow the finished paintings to be cut out and framedActivities such as coloring will improve your child's pencil grip, as well as help them to relax, self-regulate their mood and develop their imagination. And to have hours of fun!Scroll up and get your copy now! Read more

In the early stages of the Pacific War, General Douglas MacArthur was expected to prevent the Japanese from taking Australia. With limited forces, MacArthur had to be tactical, and the key to the continent’s defense was the island of New Guinea, just above the northeast tip of Australia. In order to defend New Guinea, MacArthur sent a small task force to Milne Bay, where the Coral Sea rounded the southeast tip of the island. His plan: to establish an airfield base for bomber and fighter planes that could attack enemy invasion convoys as they rounded the tip of New Guinea to attack Australia.In the fall of 1941, at the age of twenty-six, Jules Archer joined the US Armed Forces. A few months later, he joined MacArthur as a member of the small task force being sent to New Guinea.With good reason not to expect to return alive, Archer and his troop were plunged into a new kind of war. They fought in a jungle among a primitive Melanesian people, some tribes of which were headhunters. For nearly four years they endured in the distant jungle. This is an inside look at one of the lesser-known stories of one of the worst wars the world has known. It’s a story of the absurdities, fears, camaraderie, and even humor of life as a wartime solider. Read more

This “ Big Letters & Numbers and Shapes Tracing for Preschoolers and Toddlers ” is an essential beginner’s level practice workbook to learn and trace alphabets and numbers for ages 2 to 4. Easy-to-follow directions help the kids to trace the letters and numbers with the finger, crayons and writing by their own.This practice book covers alphabet tracing, number tracing, and all basic shapes as well.It progressively builds confidence in tracing starting with:Lines, Curves and Shapes.Writing Uppercase and Lowercase Letters.Writing Numbers.Buy today, to help your child take their first step confidently into the fun world of writing. Read more

What are other things to see in Australia besides kangaroos and aborigines? Find out the answer in this exciting picture book. Learn about Australia's landscapes, best places to visit, as well as the people's culture and tradition too. This is a book that will take you from the beaches to the deserts of Australia in less than an hour. Grab your copy today! Read more

In Australia, there were trace of civilizations discovered. Archaeologists dug out some evidences in several revealing expeditions. Read about the discoveries and their interpretations in this visual informative book for children. Encourage your child to never stop learning by carefully picking resources. Grab a copy of this book now. Enjoy the read! Read more

How did Australia’s earliest human inhabitants reach the island continent? Which discovery ushered in a new era of immigration, prosperity, and technological advancement? How did a far-flung colony and military outpost transform into one of the wealthiest and most peaceful nations in the modern world? Dip into the pages to discover these answers and more. This detailed illustrated history of Australia journeys from the formation of the continent to the growth of a modern, thriving nation. Clear, accessible text offers explanations of key events and the people behind them. From the enduring cultures of Australia’s Indigenous people, European exploration and colonization, and the tragic impacts of two world wars, The Story of Australia concludes with the exciting fast-paced development of the last decades of the 20th century. The Story of Australia draws on the National Museum of Australia's rich collection of objects, photographs, and artifacts. Entertaining, colorful, and inviting, The Story of Australia is the essential history resource for every home and library. Read more

Make notetaking look stylish and maintain your aesthetics everywhere you go.In this notebook, you will find:110 pagesCollege ruled7.5” x 9.25” sizeDesigned in CaliforniaPrinted in USASoft matte paperback coverTaking notes can be boring but not you or your notebooks should be boring. Add this to your cart today & spark some joy! Read more

The new, revised & redesigned second edition of the 'Visual Geography Series' explains the history & government, economy, people, geography & cultural life of countries around the world. Read more

Describes Uluru, formerly known as Ayers Rock, in Australia's Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, its plant and animal life, and the country's Aboriginal people for whom the site is sacred. Read more

Taking a largely chronological approach, A Brief History of Australia looks at social, cultural, economic, and political trends in the country's long history, all of which have contributed to its unique and complex identity. Beginning with the peopling of the continent about 60,000 years ago, the volume examines the early history and culture of the Aboriginals, Australia's indigenous population and the oldest continuously surviving culture in the world. The volume continues with the first documented sighting of the landmass by a European in the 17th century and the colonial period in the 18th and 19th centuries. From the Federation of 1901 to the Liberal government of John Howard (1998-2007) and the Labor government of Kevin Rudd (2007-present), this new book explores Australia's relationship to the British Crown, environmental issues that plague the land, the rights of marginalized people, and the role of sports.Basic facts, a chronology, a bibliography, and a list of suggested reading make up the appendixes. Read more