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

Baseball’s history is full of inspiring people and stories. Whether you’re a player or a fan, the lessons in this book will help you thrive on the diamond and off it.Every time you watch or play in a baseball game, you learn something. Sometimes, you learn something about baseball. Other times, you learn something about life. The 12 inspirational baseball stories in this book provide a fast track to realizing the immutable secrets of success in both.Learn from some of baseball’s greatest heroes and athletes, like Derek Jeter, Ichiro Suzuki, Ted Williams, Roberto Clemente, Jim Abbott, and, of course, Jackie Robinson. Find out their secrets to success and how to use their experiences to succeed in your own life.The purpose of these inspirational stories is simple: educate the next generation of baseball players and fans on the importance of hard work, setting and achieving goals, overcoming the odds, and defeating challenges.Within these pages you’ll discover:12 inspirational stories that will change how you think about baseball and life.Quotes and experiences from some of the best players to ever step on an MLB field.Many of the mental secrets to success in the game of baseball.Ways to connect baseball’s history and inspirational lessons to your own life and experiences.The importance of challenging yourself through hard work and goals.A deeper understanding of why baseball is considered America’s Pastime.With a detailed recounting of some of the game’s most inspirational players, teams, and events, you’ll be gripped from the first chapter to the last. Each section is full of player quotes, facts, and captivating details to help young and old baseball fans appreciate the significance of the most inspirational stories in baseball.This book contains all of the life lessons young baseball players need to both inspire and be inspired. If you follow the advice and knowledge from this book, you’ll be on the correct path to reaching the MLB!For anyone that plays, watches, or just simply loves baseball, this book will reinvigorate your passion for the game and provide valuable lessons on navigating life’s most challenging obstacles. Read more

4th Bestselling Children's Book Series of all Time — The New YorkerThis 4-book boxed set of interactive, children's classics contains four bestselling books from the Choose Your Own Adventure gamebook series, together in a bright gift box.The Abominable Snowman by R. A. Montgomery takes YOU on a mountaineering adventure in search of the fabled Yeti, or Abominable Snowman! 9-12 year old readers will travel to Kathmandu and explore the Himalaya Mountains, negotiating harsh weather conditions, facing down a band of violent smugglers, following mysterious footprints in the snow, and maybe even finding the Yeti!Journey Under The Sea by R. A. Montgomery takes YOU on an undersea adventure in search of the lost city of Atlantis! 9-12 year old readers will explore the depths of the ocean in search of this mysterious and beautiful world, escaping giant squid and shark attacks, discovering shipwrecks, helping the merpeople rebel against a cruel monarchy, and escaping imprisonment!Space and Beyond by R. A. Montgomery takes YOU on an intergalactic adventure past black holes and meteorites to visit your new home planet! 9-12 year old readers will hurtle through space, faster than the speed of light, exploring new stars, planets, and galaxies, engaging with other life forms, and even traveling through time!The Lost Jewels of Nabootiby R. A. Montgomery takes YOU on a dangerous adventure of international intrigue! 9-12 year old readers will search for the legendary Jewels of Nabooti, stolen from a museum in Paris, facing hijackers and high-speed chases, encountering magic and curses, and trying to avoid snakes and crocodiles!Choose Your Own Adventure is the bestselling gamebook series of all time. Empowering generations of children through choice, it is widely commended for its appeal to reluctant readers. Read more

A beautifully revised edition of the classic world history for children.Now more than ever, our children need to learn about the people who live all around the world. This engaging guide to other lands weaves world history into a storybook format. Designed as a project for parents and children to share (or for older listeners to enjoy alone), this book covers the major historical events in the years 1600-1850 on each continent, with tales from each culture.Over 1.3 million copies of The Story of the World have been sold. Read more

It was a night to remember—when the “unsinkable” ship sunk. Introduce children to the unforgettable story of the Titanic.   More than a century after it crashed into an iceberg, the Titanic remains as compelling as ever. Now children can explore its beautiful sundecks, marvel at the luxurious design, and relive the tragic sinking of the world’s most famous ship. Rich in visual detail, this insightful look at the unfolding disaster will hold kids spellbound with intriguing facts and real-life stories. Read more

This 4-book boxed set of interactive, children's classics includes 4 books from the Choose Your Own Adventure series: *The Magic of the Unicorn *The Throne of Zeus *The Trumpet of Terror *Forecast From Stonehenge."Daughter [10] loves these books. She reads and re-reads to see the different outcomes. Overall, a great buy for your little bookworm."- MamaLlama, Amazon 5-star Rating"Gr 4-6 It is the age of the Norse gods, and Odin himself asks you to help get rid of an evil witch. You are opposed by the evil god Loki and meet many other gods and monsters from the myths. This unusual use of Norse lore will be fun to use in a mythology unit."- School Library JournalWidely commended for its appeal to reluctant readers, Choose Your Own Adventure is the 4th bestselling book 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 to change the path of your story.This action-packed boxed set takes YOU on over one hundred adventures: help solve the mystery of Stonehenge on the summer solstice, save Icarus before he flies too close to the sun, and obtain a unicorn by performing the Circle of Wishes! At the bottom of every page, YOU must make a choice: If you answer, "Please take me to the unicorn," turn to page 55. If you are determined to get the magic horn from the warlock, turn to page 56.This 4-book boxed set contains 4 bestselling books for readers ages 9-12 in a bright pink unicorn-clad gift box: The Magic of the Unicorn by Deborah Lerme Goodman takes YOU on a fantasy adventure in search of a unicorn in hopes of using the unicorn's horn to purify the well in your village. Explore the fabled lands of 1507 Flanders, weaving magical tapestries and encountering angry warlocks and beautiful Duchesses in need of your help. The Throne of Zeus by Deborah Lerme Goodman takes YOU on a mythical quest back in time in search of the ancient Greek god Zeus. Navigate the Labyrinth, defy the evil Hades, fly the Chariot of the Sun, and - with any luck! - speak with the mighty Zeus. The Trumpet of Terror by Deborah Lerme Goodman takes YOU on an epic quest to help the Norse god Odin defeat the evil witch Gullveig. Fly around the sky with the wings of a falcon, drink from the Well of Wisdom, and navigate stormy seas aboard a Medieval longship. Forecast From Stonehenge by R. A. Montgomery takes YOU on a fantasy adventure as you explore the magical undercurrents of English lore. Travel to the English countryside to meet a mysterious man claiming he has secret information about the missing heelstone - one of the famous Arthurian myths associated with the ancient site of Stonehenge. Read more

Note: This book does not give any content about torture & distortion stories, kidnapping, burn, or any negative events that had a relationship with killing, it's just for children who are dreamers, who want to benefit from the positive experiences of the war.This book is a collection of stories based on real-life events during World War II. A selection of 10 inspiring stories, introduces us to unique characters with different characteristics.Your kids will read about different kinds of stories.Animals: from Rip the dog that has managed to locate and rescue at least 100 victims of the air raids to Gustav the heroic carrier pigeon who delivered vital messages for the British Royal Air Force, aiding strategic missions with unwavering reliability.Civilians: from Adolphe Kaminsky the young hero who has not yet reached the age of 17 when he decided to dedicate himself to forging documents to save lives during the Nazi’s invasion of Northern France. to more daring characters men and women who risked their lives in a war zone to save others.As a super dedicated history teacher and a really good writer. Ennis Jemmy really loves teaching kids about how important our world's history is. He especially likes telling stories about when things were tough, like during wars and really crazy times. He's picked out ten short stories that are all about values such as empathy, solidarity, friendship, courage, and More. He shares these stories in hopes that they will inspire young readers and demonstrate that positive lessons can be taught even during a destructive war.Knowing what these characters lived through helps us and the children reflect on the actions of our ancestors, especially during hard and stressful times like World War II. It helps us realize what humans are truly capable of.That is what history is all about, learning from the past and a willingness to use past events as references to build a better future. It allows us to be better prepared to face the challenges that life throws at us.Whether the inspiring stories of bravery, battles, discovering history, or just World War II facts resonate with your kids, this collection of stories is certain to offer engaging content that maintains their interest, keeping them eagerly flipping through the pages. So, allow them to open this book, expand their minds, and discover other things that they may not know existed. Read more

Myths! Lies! Secrets! Uncover the hidden truth behind the sinking of the Titanic with beloved educator/author Kate Messner. The fun mix of sidebars, illustrations, photos, and graphic panels make this perfect for fans of I Survived! and Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales.On April 15, 1912 an "unsinkable" ship called the Titanic unexpectedly hit an iceberg and sank to the bottom of the North Atlantic. Right?Wrong! Nobody was really talking about the Titanic being unsinkable until after it sank.The truth is, four different ships wired the Titanic to report icebergs and field ice in the area. But the Titanic never slowed down. In fact, when the Californian warned that it was trapped in ice, the Titanic's wireless operator was so busy sending outgoing messages that he replied, "Shut up!" No joke.Discover the nonfiction series that demolishes everything you thought you knew about history.Don't miss History Smashers: The Mayflower, Women's Right to Vote, and Pearl Harbor. Read more

100+ Interesting facts about the Titanic for ages 8 to 12Invite kids to step back in time with this big book of facts about the Titanic. Unlike other Titanic books for kids, Titanic Q&A reveals tons of little-known details about the maiden voyage of this doomed ship that struck an iceberg in 1912. From what it cost to be built to why it went down so quickly, this fascinating book answers all of kids' burning questions about the Titanic―its crew, its cargo, its passengers, and beyond.A Titanic timeline―Delve into a huge range of information, covering the time from the ship's construction and launch to its final disastrous moments.True facts―Kids can test their knowledge on interesting Titanic topics with true-or-false questions and plenty of mythbusting facts.Hours of exploration―Engaging content and a colorful, fact-packed layout will keep children entertained for hours.Discover an incredible story from the past with this extraordinary choice in Titanic books for kids! Read more

Become an eyewitness to the tragic story of the Titanic - from its incredible construction, catastrophic sinking, and lasting legacy.  Travel back to the year 1912 and experience the Titanic’s fateful maiden voyage from Southampton, UK, to New York City. Learn what life was like for people on board before the supposedly unsinkable ship hit an iceberg and ended up beneath the dark waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Discover survival stories from the epic rescue mission and find out what happened to the captain, crew, and passengers. A titanic book for kids that encourages curiosity and explore the ship’s treasures that lay undiscovered for years.Loved and trusted for over 30 years, Eyewitness has a new look and even more content:• A bite-sized formula of text with images that kids love!• Fully revised and fact-checked by subject specialists• Packed with facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines• Updated with brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the fieldEyewitness Titanic uses a groundbreaking visual layout that makes learning fun for kids aged 9-12. Easy-to-follow pages expertly show the people, objects, and events on board the Titanic, and infographics, statistics, and timelines explain the disaster as it happened.Eyewitness content approved by -ologists!DK’s Eyewitness kids books are updated and fact-checked by subject specialists, with brand new first-hand eyewitness accounts throughout from experts in the field.A best-selling series known and trusted for generations, with a fresh new look and up-to-date content. What will you Eyewitness next?Travel back in time to when dinosaurs roamed the earth with Eyewitness Dinosaur, or come face-to-face with a pharaoh in Eyewitness Ancient Egypt. Do you think you’ve found your topic of interest? DK has even more history books for kids and adults alike find them all by searching for "DK history books". Read more

Myths! Lies! Recycling scams? Discover the real story behind the first Earth Day celebration and some of the biggest US climate catastrophes--and their solutions! Don't miss the award-winning History Smashers series as they get to the truth on the biggest environmental fibs!In April 1970, twenty million people grabbed their rakes, gloves, and recycling bins to celebrate the first Earth Day. Since that environmental kickoff, nature has never been in better shape. RIGHT?WRONG! The real deal is a bit muddier than that. It’s true that the first Earth Day encouraged people around the globe to clean up their act when it came to the environment. But activists have been working for centuries to save the planet! Native people across the world developed sustainable farming practices, women in eighteenth-century India stood up to protect trees, and amateur scientist Eunice Foote discovered the science behind global warming all the way back in the 1850s!Join the History Smashers team to bust history's biggest misconceptions and figure out what in the world really went down before (and after!) the first Earth Day—and how you can join the fight to protect the environment.Ready to bust new myths? Check out more titles in the History Smashers series: The Mayflower • Plagues & Pandemics • The Titanic • The Underground Railroad • The Salem Witch Trials Read more

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Interesting facts that teach kids ages 8 to 12 about American history Kids don't need long, boring textbooks to learn about history. Starting with America's earliest inhabitants in 20,000 BCE and finishing in the modern day, American History for Kids helps them explore America's past through memorable and exciting facts that they will love to share. This engaging look at American history for kids age 8-12 includes: 500 facts—This book introduces kids to many of the incredible things that have happened in America, one informative tidbit at a time.The complete timeline—Kids will learn all about important people, places, and events across thousands of years of American history.A leg up on learning—These facts provide kids with a head start on the topics they'll be covering in class, plus things they might not learn in school. Help history come alive with the incredible facts inside this top choice among American history books. Read more

Over 7 billion people live on the earth, and 84 percent of them describe themselves as being religious. Few topics incite such passion as religion. What does that mean? Why are humans invested in ideas that may never be proved? Why has religion played such an important role in history?In Comparative Religion: Investigate the World through Religious Tradition, readers seek answers to these questions by comparing and contrasting the cultural, spiritual, and geographical underpinnings of five different religions. By developing a better understanding of the similarities and differences among religions of the world, readers gain a strong foothold in a dialogue that has continued for thousands of years.Combining hands-on activities with theology, history, geography, world cultures, art, and architecture, Comparative Religion encourages deeper understanding of the world’s religions. Entertaining graphic art, fascinating sidebars, and links to primary sources bring the topic to life, while key questions reaffirm foundational concepts.Activities include conducting an interview with a rabbi, comparing the story of Abraham and Isaac in three sacred texts, studying the architecture of the National Cathedral in Washington, DC, studying the Hindu practice of yoga and meditation, and examining how religious doctrines shape the behavior of believers. Read more

Don't miss this suspenseful middle grade mystery thriller series by award-winning author Shana Gorian.As a thunderstorm rages off the coast of Maine, a faint beam of light appears over the water with no logical explanation.Summer break has just begun, and thirteen-year-old Noah is ready for adventure in a charming coastal town—if only stormy weather doesn’t get in his way. But when his curiosity over the strange beam of light leads him and his pals to a long-abandoned lighthouse, a lot more than just dust and cobwebs await.A century-old mystery still lingers over the harbor, and the kids are about to find themselves tangled in haunting secrets that refuse to stay buried.Join this trio of unlikely sleuths in the Tales of the Lost & Found, perfect for readers ages 9-12.No graphic violence or language. For fans of The Hardy Boys and The Three Investigators for a modern audience. Read more

Myths! Lies! Secrets! Uncover the hidden truth about history's pandemics, from the Black Death to COVID-19. Perfect for fans of I Survived! and Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales.During the Black Death in the 14th century, plague doctors wore creepy beaked masks filled with herbs. RIGHT?WRONG! Those masks were from a plague outbreak centuries later--and most doctors never wore anything like that at all! With a mix of sidebars, illustrations, photos, and graphic panels, acclaimed author Kate Messner delivers the whole truth about diseases like the bubonic plague, cholera, smallpox, tuberculosis, polio, influenza, and COVID-19.Discover the nonfiction series that smashes everything you thought you knew about history! Don't miss History Smashers: The Mayflower, Women's Right to Vote, Pearl Harbor, Titanic, and American Revolution. Read more

Explore the fascinating history of America's first World War, meet the greatest military leaders and tacticians, and learn about key battles in this compelling new book in the popular Everything series.   Each book in the National Geographic Kids Everything series has more than 100 pictures, an explorer’s corner with from-the-field anecdotes and tips, fun facts throughout, maps and infographics, an illustrated diagram, a photo gallery, cool comparisons, a behind-the-scenes photograph, an interactive glossary, and more.This book marks the 100th anniversary of WWI and takes a thoughtful, kid-friendly approach to a serious subject. Read more

#1 New York Times bestselling author Kate Andersen Brower shares a special look inside America’s Capitol and highlights what the people who work there mean to the future of democracy. Perfect for readers of Brower’s first middle grade book, Exploring the White House!There’s a secret world hidden in the halls of the U.S. Capitol!The first stone was laid by George Washington himself, and the building stands today as one of the most recognizable symbols of the oldest democracy in the world. In this home of America’s legislative branch, senators and representatives fight to pass laws they believe are for the good of the country.But these hallowed halls, which some swear are haunted, also harbor a deep history—both extraordinary and unsettling—and that is an equally important part of America’s story.There is an entire universe tucked away inside the Capitol, and #1 New York Times bestselling author Kate Andersen Brower highlights the historic firsts, the building’s restricted nooks and crannies, and the staffers—from pages to doorkeepers to librarians—who ensure that American democracy stays on track. Read more

Step back in time and capture the historic story of the RMS Titanic with each page of this engaging coloring book. On the night of April 14, 1912, while passengers aboard the Titanic were enjoying the luxurious accommodations of the White Star fleet's newest ocean liner, the ship struck an iceberg off the coast of Newfoundland. Described as "unsinkable," the largest and most elegant ocean vessel of the period quickly sank in the early morning hours on April 15 with the loss of more than 1.500 lives. This exciting coloring book dramatically re-creates events leading up to and including the monumental tragedy. Twenty-nine realistic drawings, accompanied by fact-filled captions, depict the Titanic docked in Southampton, England; the ship's captain and officers on the bridge; passengers dining and strolling on deck; the ship striking the iceberg; survivors huddled in lifeboats; and more.   Re-create the ill-fated journey of the Titanic. Color in the 29 realistic illustrations that bring to life the grandeur and tragedy of the ship's voyage.Enhance your understanding of this historic event with detailed captions accompanying each illustration, providing interesting facts about the characters, locations, events, and other unique features of the Titanic's story.Richly rendered drawings provide stunning visuals of key scenes from the Titanic's adventure. Featuring portraits of passengers and crew members, icebergs looming ahead, lifeboats departing in distress and more!Many books, movies, and documentaries, have immortalized the tragic events of that fateful night, including the Academy Award-winning 1997 film directed by James Cameron.A beautifully crafted tribute to the iconic ship that is sure to inspire hours of creativity for history buffs and art enthusiasts alike. Don't miss out on one of the most captivating stories ever told!   Read more

Presents records of amazing players, teams, and games in the sport of football, including a short history of the game. Read more