Spend an entire year investigating the fascinating story of the modern world, from the American Civil War through the end of the twentieth century—from Europe and the Middle East through India, China, the Arabian Peninsula, Australia, and both North and South America!Designed for parents and elementary/middle grade students (grades 4-8) to share together, The Story of the World, Volume 4 Revised Edition: The Modern Age is widely used in charter and private schools, as well as co-ops around the world. It builds historical literacy, improves reading and comprehension skills in both fiction and nonfiction, and increases vocabulary—all in an enjoyable and entertaining story-like format.The Story of the World, Volume 4 Revised Edition central text offers 42 narrative chapters, told in chronological order and spanning the entire globe, that begin with revolt against the British in Victorian-ruled India, and end with the Persian Gulf War. Independent listeners can easily enjoy the stories on their own, or parents and teachers can listen with younger students. Read more

Learn how the United States ended up fighting for twenty years in a remote country on the other side of the world.The Vietnam War was as much a part of the tumultuous Sixties as Flower Power and the Civil Rights Movement. Five US presidents were convinced that American troops could end a war in the small, divided country of Vietnam and stop Communism from spreading in Southeast Asia. But they were wrong, and the result was the death of 58,000 American troops. Presenting all sides of a complicated and tragic chapter in recent history, Jim O'Connor explains why the US got involved, what the human cost was, and how defeat in Vietnam left a lasting scar on America. Read more

Does your son play videogames for hours but hates to read?Does he think history's just a "bunch of boring facts"?What if you could give him all the excitement of screen time but also spark his love for reading and history?Now you can—with Great Battles for Boys, the #1 bestselling history series written especially for boys who struggle with reading.Each book in the series focuses on the battles, leaders, tactics, and weapons that won (or lost) history’s most significant military clashes. Filled with historic photos and written in an engaging conversational style by a middle school history teacher, Great Battles for Boys brings history to life. These true tales of courage will excite even the most reluctant readers.In this seventh book in the series, boys learn about The Korean War (1950-53) also known as the “The Forgotten War.” Despite more than 2 million casualties, most people—young and old—can not fully explain this international conflict or why the United States sacrificed so much treasure to fight it.But your son will learn about stunning modern warfare—ensuring history is anything but “forgotten.”Here are some of the exciting chapters:The North Korean invasion of South Korea that triggered the warThe “Chosin Few" who courageously survived a harrowing retreat that should’ve brought certain death.The life and times of US Marine Corps legend, Louis “Chesty” PullerInfamous and catastrophic battles including Naktong River, Twin Tunnels, Samdong-Ni, Bloody Ridge, Pork Chop Hill — and much more!Filled with historic photos, biographies of heroic soldiers and Marines, and suggestions for further readings and movies the whole family can enjoy, this true story moves through the battles in chronological order. Boys also learn about the war's politics, the geography of Asia, and the stark difference between a democratic government and a Communist system.If your son enjoys action-packed stories, authentic details, and short but exciting chapters, he’ll love this book.Praise for the Great Battles for Boys series:“This book should be in school libraries everywhere. It is a treasure trove of information that is engagingly written that makes one feel they are in a great classroom with a great instructor sharing his knowledge in a fun way." — 5 Stars, Amazon Top Ten Hall of Fame Reviewer Read more

With over a million copies of the series now in print, The Story of the World has become an enduring favorite of young readers and their parents. Available in paperback, this four-volume narrative world history tells the story of the entire globe, from the earliest nomadic humans all the way to the Persian Gulf war at the end of the twentieth century. It now includes the Revised Edition of Volume 4. Told in an entertaining, engaging style, The Story of the World uses the stories of women and men, countries and empires, rebels and rulers, peasants and presidents, to walk young readers through a continuous, chronological account of human events. The reading level of each volume increases slightly in difficulty, growing along with the developing ability of the children following the narrative thread. Volume 1 is a read-aloud for grades 1-2, an independent read for stronger readers in grades 2-5; Volume 2 is pitched towards grades 2-6; Volume 3 (revised in 2020), towards grades 3-6; and Volume 4 (revised in 2021), tackling the difficult topics of modern wars, has a reading level of grades 4-8. hundreds of black and white illustrations Read more

Marco Polo was seventeen when he set out for China . . . and forty-one when he came back! More than seven hundred years ago, Marco Polo traveled from the medieval city of Venice to the fabled kingdom of the great Kublai Khan, seeing new sights and riches that no Westerner had ever before witnessed. But did Marco Polo experience the things he wrote about . . . or was it all made-up? Young readers are presented with the facts in this entertaining, highly readable Who Was . . . ? biography with black-and-white artwork by John O?Brien. Read more

This 4-book boxed set of interactive, children's classics includes 4 gamebooks from the Choose Your Own Adventure series: The Lost Ninja, Secret of the Ninja, Return of the Ninja, The Tattoo of Death. Widely commended for its appeal to reluctant readers, Choose Your Own Adventure is the 4th bestselling gamebook series for children of all time. These books are different from other books you've read before. There are dangers, choices, adventures, and consequences ahead of you, and only YOU can decide what happens next. BEWARE...the wrong decision could end in disaster--even death. But don't despair, at any time YOU can go back to make another choice and change the path of your story. This action-packed boxed set takes YOU on over one hundred adventures: Travel to San Francisco and put your ninja skills to the test, investigate a strange relic that arrives at your dojo, and take on powerful warrior priests. At the bottom of every page, YOU must make a choice: If you decide to let the police handle it, turn to page 48. If you decide to help Saito fake his own death, turn to page 41. This 4-book boxed set contains 4 bestselling gamebooks for readers ages 9-12 in a bright gift box: •The Lost Ninja by Jay Leibold Takes YOU to Japan where you are training to become a powerful ninja, but now your skills are needed in San Francisco. You are far from the magical dojo you once called home. Now you practice aikido and catch up with your old friends when you can. But has the dojo s strange curse followed you into your new life? •Secret of the Ninja by Jay Leibold Takes YOU to Kyoto, Japan where an ancient samurai sword arrives on the doorstep of your dojo. Does the sword hold magical powers? If you trace the history of this ancient relic, will your life be in danger? •Return of the Ninja by Jay Leibold takes YOU to Japan where there is something terribly wrong at your friend Nada s magical dojo. Nada believes there is an ancient curse so powerful that it is killing her grandmother. YOU are a courageous ninja, but the threats to Nada s dojo will take all of your skills. Will you be a match for the shugenia, warrior priests who hide in the rural mountainside? •Tattoo of Death by R. A. Montgomery takes YOU to your martial arts studio that has helped guide your lifelong practice of tai chi. But not everyone there embraces the peaceful belief system you do. Your studio is under watch by the notorious Red Flower gang, and they have targeted you as a new recruit! Read more

A little over five hundred years ago, a boy sat in a garden, waiting for his story to begin. His name was Babur, and he would soon found an empire that astonished the world.For three hundred years, Babur’s sons and grandsons, alongside their mothers, wives, sisters, and daughters, would wage wars, make art and music, eat a delicious fruit or two, and both shape and be shaped by the land they made their home.History would call them the Mughals. The Book of Emperors tells their stories. Read more

More than two thousand years ago, with his land under constant attack from nomads, the First Emperor of China came up with a simple solution: build a wall to keep out enemies. It was a wall that kept growing and growing. But its construction came at a huge cost: it is believed that more than a million Chinese died building it, earning the wall its nickname--the longest cemetery on earth. Through the story of the wall, Patricia Brennan Demuth is able to tell the story of China itself, the rise and fall of dynasties, the greatness of its culture, and its present-day status as a Communist world power. Read more

Learn all about the traditions of Lunar New Year—also known as Chinese New Year—with this fourth board book in the Celebrate the World series, which highlights special occasions and holidays across the globe.After the winter solstice each year, it’s time for a celebration with many names: Chinese New Year, Spring Festival, and Lunar New Year! With beautiful artwork by Chinese illustrator Alina Chau, this festive board book teaches readers that Lunar New Year invites us to spend time with family and friends, to light lanterns, and set off fireworks, dance with dragons, and to live the new year in harmony and happiness. Read more

**Winner of the Moonbeam Children's Book Award Gold Medal for Activity Book — Education, Science, History** This family-friendly Philippines children's book is packed with fun facts about Filipino culture, history, and daily life! All About the Philippines takes you on an incredible journey across the colorful island nation of the Philippines with Mary, Jaime, and Ari—three Filipino cousins who look entirely different and yet are the best of friends. You'll visit their homes, their schools, their families, their favorite places, and much more. They'll show you how kids in different parts of the Philippines come from many different ethnic groups and have very various cultures—each with separate traditions, languages, and beliefs—and yet, they are all 100% Filipino! This children's book, aimed at kids ages 8 to 12, brings them on an exciting trip through some of the most fascinating islands on earth. Join Mary, Jaime and Ari to see the how earthquakes, typhoons and other natural events can be scary and yet also make the islands beautiful and full of life. Check out Filipino games, and make a sipa—the Philippines's version of a hacky-sack. Experience the festivals and foods of different cultures found in the Philippines, and try a few easy recipes. Make a parol—a Filipino holiday decoration that you can enjoy all year long. Learn about the conquistadors and traders who came to these islands many centuries ago. Learn how peoples who speak very different languages can communicate when they meet. And a lot more!Along with fun facts, you'll learn about the spirit of the Philippines that makes this country and its people unique. This is a book for families or classrooms to enjoy together. Read more

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Get ready to hop on a mythical time machine and travel to Japan — a land of legendary samurai, magical creatures, and ancient wisdom!Prepare to dive into a world where brave warriors battle dragons, spirits roam enchanted forests, and gods and goddesses shape the destiny of mortals.From the mysterious Moon Princess to shape-shifting foxes and the loyal dog Hachiko, these stories will ignite your imagination and leave you wanting more!Oh, and you can wave goodbye to boring history books that make legends feel like dusty old tales.This book? It’s a treasure chest of thrilling adventures filled with heroes, magic, and life lessons.These stories? They’re packed with action, wisdom, and humor, brought to life for young minds to enjoy.HERE ARE SOME OF THE HIGHLIGHTS INSIDE:Amaterasu – The Sun Goddess: Discover how light returned to the world after darkness.Susanoo and Orochi – The Eight-Headed Dragon: A daring battle with a fearsome beast!Momotaro – The Peach Boy: Follow a brave boy’s quest to defeat the oni (demons).The Rabbit on the Moon: A tale of kindness and selflessness.Kitsune – The Shape-Shifting Fox Spirit: Tricksters and heroes in disguise.Hachiko – The Loyal Dog: A heartwarming story of friendship and loyalty.Plus! Discover magical creatures, mischievous goblins, sea dragons, and the wisdom hidden in Japanese legends. And don’t forget the fun activities to bring these stories to life!Through its captivating stories, fascinating facts, and interactive activities, this book makes the legends of Japan come alive for kids and adults alike.Are you ready to explore the magical world of Japanese Legends? Your adventure starts now!(P.S. Adults will love it too!) Read more

Explore the history, culture, peoples, beliefs, and inventions of ancient China.A True Book: Ancient Civilizations series allows readers to experience what makes each ancient civilization distinctive and exceptional as well look at its influence on the some of the practices of the modern world. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study. Read more

This 4-book boxed set of interactive, children's classics includes 4 gamebooks from the Choose Your Own Adventure series: The Case of the Silk King, Inca Gold, Search for the Mountain Gorillas, Search for the Black Rhino.Widely commended for its appeal to reluctant readers, Choose Your Own Adventure is the 4th bestselling gamebook series for children of all time.These books are different from other books you've read before. There are dangers, choices, adventures, and consequences ahead of you, and only YOU can decide what happens next. BEWARE...the wrong decision could end in disaster--even death. But don't despair, at any time YOU can go back to make another choice and change the path of your story.This action-packed boxed set takes YOU on over one hundred adventures: Travel to Asia to investigate the disappearance of an American intelligence agent, go on a treasure hunt adventure as you search Peru for the Lost City of Gold, use your photojournalist skills to help save the gorillas, and face the dangers of the African Jungle. At the bottom of every page, YOU must make a choice:If you go to the train station and try to take a boat to higher ground, turn to page 109. If you try to get across the flood plain on foot, turn to page 104.This 4-book boxed set of interactive children's classics contains 4 bestselling gamebooks for readers ages 9-12 from the Choose Your Own Adventure series, together in a bright gift box:The Case of the Silk King by Shannon Gilligan takes YOU on a thrilling adventure as you investigate the mysterious disappearance of Jim Thompson. You are a skilled young detective. An anonymous source taps you to investigate the disappearance of Jim Thompson, an American intelligence agent that went missing while visiting friends in Malaysia. When you touch down in Asia, you realize that you are not the only one on the case. Was Jim Thompson kidnapped? Will you be next? How far will you go to solve the mystery?Inca Gold by Jim Becket takes YOU on a treasure hunt adventure as you search Peru for the Lost City of Gold. You have just discovered coordinates that might point you to the Lost City of Gold-the location where the ancient Incas hid their treasure from the Spanish Conquistadors in the 1500s. The moment you land in Peru, you realize that you are not the only one on a treasure hunt. Should you parachute into the jungle or take a bus over snaking mountain roads? Can you trust others who claim to know where the treasure lies?Search for the Mountain Gorillas by Jim Wallace takes YOU on a safari adventure to the Impenetrable Forest of Uganda. You are a young photojournalist in Africa tracking the seriously endangered mountain gorilla species. You have heard that a few silverbacks have been spotted in the Impenetrable Forest, but the country is dangerous. The African safari holds many threats, not least of all poachers and their traps. When a young African girl goes missing, your choices get even more difficult. Will you be able to document the gorillas' plight and help save the magnificent species?Search for the Black Rhino by Alison Gilligan takes YOU on an African Safari adventure in Kenya with your family. You have been looking forward to this spring break for months-a trip to Africa with your parents. You have been traveling to Kenya your whole life because your family owns a coffee plantation there. You know all the dangers of the African jungle: wild animals, man-eating tse-tse flies, and flash floods. But before you leave, you hear your parents talking about new dangers. Who is the mysterious "LJ" you overhear your mother's boss warning her about? Read more

Named Temujin at birth by his nomadic family in early Mongolia, the great Genghis Khan used his skill and cunning to create the Mongol Empire and conquer almost the entire continent of Asia. As ruler of the largest empire in human history, he was as respected as he was feared. Learn more about the man and the legend in Who Was Genghis Khan? Read more

Presents the timeline of the Vietnam War, including the causes of the conflict, the United States' entry into the war, the life of soldiers on both sides, the home front, and the end of the long war. Read more

The game is on! Get your hands on this book about one of the most influential companies in the video game industry.Founded in 1889, Nintendo started out as a small playing card company in Japan. Though the cards sold well, Nintendo really became popular when it began creating toys in the 1960s, and then became internationally renowned after developing video games and consoles in the 1970s and '80s. After introducing the world to some of the best-known and top-selling video game franchises of all-time, such as Super Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda, Animal Crossing, and Pokémon, it's clear to see why Nintendo is beloved by parents as a company that creates nonviolet, family-friendly entertainment for kids.With fun black-and-white illustrations and an engaging 16-page photo insert, readers will be excited to read this latest additon to Who HQ!Look for more Who HQ titles:What Is LEGO?What Is the Story of Hello Kitty?What Is the Story of Batman?What Is the Story of Transformers? Read more

The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system! Getting the facts behind the fiction has never looked better. Track the facts with Jack and Annie!!   When Jack and Annie came back from their adventure in Magic Tree House #14: Day of the Dragon King, they had lots of questions. Who was the Dragon King? How did he build the Great Wall? What is Chinese New Year? What are some other Chinese traditions? Find out the answers to these questions and more as Jack and Annie track the facts about Chinese history and culture.   Filled with up-to-date information, photographs, illustrations, and fun tidbits from Jack and Annie, the Magic Tree House Fact Trackers are the perfect way for kids to find out more about the topics they discover in their favorite Magic Tree House adventures. And teachers can use Fact Trackers alongside their Magic Tree House fiction companions to meet common core text pairing needs. Did you know that there’s a Magic Tree House book for every kid? Magic Tree House: Adventures with Jack and Annie, perfect for readers who are just beginning chapter books Merlin Missions: More challenging adventures for the experienced reader Super Edition: A longer and more dangerous adventure Fact Trackers: Nonfiction companions to your favorite Magic Tree House adventures Have more fun with Jack and Annie at MagicTreeHouse.com! Read more

Become an eyewitness to the battlegrounds of Vietnam with this visual and informative guide on the Vietnam War.The iconic eyewitness is back in a new and improved format to be passed down through the generations.This picture-led reference guide will take you on a visual tour of the history of the Vietnam War. Children aged 9+ will learn all about the conflict's lasting legacy, offering insights into the strategies, battles, and personal stories that defined the era.Throughout the pages of this newly revised book on the Vietnam War, you can expect to find: A fresh new look; new photographs, updated information, and “eyewitness” accounts from experts in the field.A visual tour through the topic combined with bite-sized text.A collectible poster revealing facts and photographs from the book.Eyewitness Vietnam War introduces children to the roots of the conflict, from colonial struggles to Cold War tensions, and how these shaped the Vietnam War's course. Children can learn about the significant battles, strategies, and political movements that influenced the war's outcome and its aftermath. Engage with eye-opening visuals, including maps, photographs, and personal artifacts that illustrate the war's impact on soldiers and civilians alike. This all-encompassing guide is packed with facts, diagrams, and statistics and is a must-have for curious children aged 9+ with a thirst for learning. So, what’s new? Part of DK’s best-selling Eyewitness series, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, up to 20 percent new images, including photography and updated diagrams, updated information, and a new “eyewitness” feature with fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field.Explore the series!Globally, the Eyewitness series has sold more than 50 million copies over 30 years. Journey down the River Amazon and explore the rainforest with Eyewitness Amazon, learn how to combat climate change with Eyewitness Climate Change or take a trip aboard the most famous ship in history with Eyewitness Titanic. Read more

Scales, Tails, and Super Powers-Meet the Pangolin!Did you know that pangolins are the only mammals covered in scales-and that their tongues can be longer than their bodies? Or that some pangolins spend nearly their whole lives in trees while others dig massive underground burrows?In The Ultimate Pangolin Book for Kids, you'll uncover the mysterious and magical lives of these shy, scaly creatures. Packed with 100+ fascinating facts, amazing photos, species guide, a quiz, and a fun word search, this book is perfect for curious kids who love animals and want to make a difference.Inside, you'll learn: - Where pangolins live and why they're so hard to spot - What they eat (spoiler: it's super sticky!) - How baby pangolins ride on their mom's tail - The biggest threats pangolins face-and how you can help - The amazing differences between the 8 species of pangolinsWhether you've never heard of a pangolin or you're already a superfan, this book is your one-stop guide to the planet's most unusual-and one of the most endangered-mammal.Perfect for kids aged 7-12 who love animals, nature, and fun facts! Read more