As the 50th anniversary of the 1963 march for Civil Rights in Washington, D.C. approaches, this timely book looks at its organization, the key players, and why it is still relevant today. More →

The Marquis de Lafayette was a young aristocrat from France who played a key role in the success of the American Revolution. From a wealthy family with a military history, he admired the… More →

Politically and socially, the decade from 1947 to 1956 marked an era of repression and fear. McCarthyism was a practice named for the blustery U.S. Senator Joseph McCarthy. Known for his… More →

Directed by U.S. President Thomas Jefferson, Meriwether Lewis and William Clark teamed up in 1805 to explore the land included in the Louisiana Purchase. Find out how the findings from their… More →

Early readers will be introduced to Mount Rushmore in Keystone, South Dakota. Simple text and vibrant images aid comprehension. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available. More →

This fascinating series features a diverse group of students, who each take readers on a tour of the U.S. state where they live. Find out fun facts about each state including its capital… More →

Known as the Star-Spangled Banner, learn about the significance of the American National Anthem, its historic past, and why it is a great symbol of the United States of America. More →

Old-Time Toys shows young readers the wonders of 19th century playthings using fascinating photographs from leading toy museums around the country. A history of toymakers in North America is… More →

The attack on Pearl Harbor is one of the most important moments in United States history. Everything changed after December 7, 1941, when Japanese fighter planes launched a surprise assault… More →

On December 7, 1941, Americans woke up to find World War II had landed harshly at their doorstep. This amazing book describes the surprise air raid by Japan on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, that… More →