This easy-to-understand book tells why and how the Constitution of the United States was created. Simple, attractive, informative....The most accessible history of the Constitution to date.--School Library Journal.

A poetic tribute to the victims of the racially motivated church bombing that served as a seminal event in the struggle for civil rights. In 1963, the eyes of the world were on Birmingham, Alabama, a flashpoint for the civil rights movement. Birmingham was one of the most segregated cities in the United States. Civil rights demonstrators were met with police dogs and water cannons. On Sunday, Sept ...

In his trademark photobiography style, Freedman chronicles the life and accomplishments of Lewis Hine, schoolteacher turned activist and his fight against child labor in the early 1900's. Haunting photographs taken by Hine highlight the well-developed text, breathing life into this man's story.

Using a Q & A format, the book explores the details of the Louisiana Purchase, including its effects on the growing country, Native Americans, and the expansion of slavery.

Messner approaches the presidency with an air of wonder. It's as if she wonders aloud: ""When this person was president, this future president was doing such and such."" Realistic illustrations capture the whimsy, seriousness, and emotion that every human can identify with. And in so doing, the text and art create pictures of normal people that young readers can identify with, and perhaps even asp ...

This lyrical introduction to the first person to walk on the surface of the moon traces the life of Neil Armstrong back through his childhood, his years as a airplane pilot, and his historical moon landing in the Apollo 11 moon mission on July 20, 1969. Full-color illustrations.

With the Cat in the Hat explaining the voting process—its history, effects, and opportunity—a somewhat complex concept becomes manageable. Rhyming sequences highlight one idea at a time and eventually broadens focus that invites kids to informed participation whenever the opportunity arises—in school, with friends, or in their community.

This collection of essays, personal accounts, historical fiction, and poetry melds with a stunning array of original art to offer a look at America's history through the prism of White House. This edition features a new poem by Nikki Grimes. Illustrations.

No dream was too big to imagine and bring to life for the boy who was to become the 26th president of the United States. This picture book tells the story of Teddy Roosevelt, a boy who followed his dreams. Full color.

While the 1783 Treaty of Paris offered freedom to our original thirteen colonies, the unity required for cooperation and influence was nonexistent. Creatively presenting the process of collaboration, debate, and compromise, this book draws parallels to student experience, reiterates concepts through simple, then extended summaries in the afterword and author notes. Well crafted.

What is a citizen? How does someone become a citizen? What does it mean to be a responsible citizen? Accessible text and explanatory photos help students understand the key concepts of how to be a good citizen in their communities.

Arguably the key document in American history, the Constitution was far from an easily-reached conclusion. What were the issues and arguments? Who were the key players? With fascinating detail, this book pulls back the curtain on the drama surrounding the establishment of government, rights, and responsibilities.

Provides a fascinating account of the background and unfolding of a major spark of the American Revolution. Far from what many imagine the protest was like, the actual details are far more nuanced and interesting.

An engaging way to introduce young people to the American voting system. By using lively, age-appropriate illustrations, the author/illustrator makes the concept of democracy and the agency a young person has for influence realistic and meaningful. A logical presentation weaves together historical fact with thought-provoking ideas that challenge future voters to pay attention, think well, recogni ...