Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac had a plan to expand the lands of New France by founding a colony where trade could easily flourish. In 1701, his hunger for power and adventure led him to the… More →

Once an early settler community had established itself, its first priority was building a school. Students of all ages shared one teacher and the same four walls year after year. A One-Room… More →

This newly revised edition describes how building a school was a priority once an early community became established. Students of all ages shared one teacher and the same four walls year… More →

This amazing book provides a snapshot of the arts and cultures across various ancient civilizations. Engaging illustrations, detailed timelines, and fascinating information bring back to life More →

The contributions to arts and culture by early Islamic empires is considerable. This book explores their great works of literature, as well as such artistic works as Arabesque art,… More →

During the Middle Ages in Western Europe, many people made their living by creating art for the Catholic Church and entertaining nobles and townspeople with music, acrobatic, juggling, and… More →

Step into the world of the Aztecs! Make an Aztec ruler's feather headdress, sip Aztec hot chocolate, keep your wits about you as you play patolli, make a seed rattle, and create your own… More →

Find out about the life of Barack Obama from his childhood and education to how he became President of the United States and what he achieved. The book has photographs and a simple text… More →

This exciting graphic novel recounts three historic sea battles in the Atlantic Ocean during World War II: • The fates of U-100 and U-99 - The Atlantic Wolf Pack, March 16, 1941 • Air… More →

Benjamin Franklin was known as a statesman and scientist, but what about before that? Find out what happened when Franklin was younger, and what he did that made him famous later on. More →