Juvenile Nonfiction-History Books

Brings to light 12 of history's lost treasures including The Copper Scroll, discovered in Jerusalem in the 1940's that is determined to be the oldest known religious writing; the Victorio Peak Treasure in New Mexico that was found in 1937, but then lost again;...

Brings to light 12 forgotten war stories such as George Washington's Immortals, a group of citizen-soldiers from Maryland who changed the course of the American Revolution; Irena Sendler, a Polish Catholic who saved the lives of an estimated 2,500 Jewish children during the Holocaust;...

Brings to light 12 of history's forgotten events including Boston's molasses flood in 1919 that reached up to 40 feet high and traveled through the streets at 35 miles per hour; the cargo ship Arabia that sank after hitting a tree only to be...

Author: Harry HendersonISBN-10: 160152482XISBN-13: 9781601524829Publisher: Referencepoint PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/01/2012Pages: 96Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.65lbsSize: 9.30h x 6.50w x 0.30dReview Citation(s): Booklist 04/15/2013 pg. 55School Library Journal 05/01/2013 pg. 134

Ma'at in the Gods and Goddesses of the Ancient World series explores the fascinating drama, love stories, and destruction in the myths surrounding the ancient Egyptian goddess of truth and justice. Book includes history, myths, and a family tree. Written with a high interest...

Ra in the Gods and Goddesses of the Ancient World series explores the fascinating drama, love stories, and destruction in the myths surrounding the ancient Egyptian sun god. Book includes history, myths, and a family tree. Written with a high interest level to appeal...

Sobek in the Gods and Goddesses of the Ancient World series explores the fascinating drama, love stories, and destruction in the myths surrounding the ancient Egyptian god of food and water. Book includes history, myths, and a family tree. Written with a high interest...

Isis in the Gods and Goddesses of the Ancient World series explores the fascinating drama, love stories, and destruction in the myths surrounding the ancient Egyptian goddess of healing and royalty. Book includes history, myths, and a family tree. Written with a high interest...

Thoth in the Gods and Goddesses of the Ancient World series explores the fascinating drama, love stories, and destruction in the myths surrounding the ancient Egyptian god of wisdom. Book includes history, myths, and a family tree. Written with a high interest level to...

The name "Anasazi" means "Ancient Ones," and they were one of the first groups of people to establish a strong cultural presence in what's now the southwestern United States. Readers explore what daily life was believed to have been like for the Anasazi people,...

Engages readers with incredible stories of people who made daring escapes from the dark shadow of Adolf Hitler. After Hitler and the Nazis rose to power, they captured and murdered millions of Jews, a fate only some were able to escape. Additional features include...

A new series of bespoke, full-coverage resources developed for the AQA 2015 A/AS Level History. Written for the AQA A/AS Level History specifications for first teaching from 2015, this print Student Book covers The English Revolution, 1625-1660 Depth component. Completely matched to the new...

This informative book follows the travels of the Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro in Peru. Historical information and high-interest fact boxes are presented in an entertaining tabloid style that guides readers through major voyages, explorations, and discoveries. Topics include what led Pizarro to head into...

Science is all about the pursuit of knowledge. But sometimes that pursuit leads scientists down the wrong path, and things can go spectacularly wrong Learn about some of the biggest fails in the history of science, from scientists accidentally poisoning themselves to accidentally poisoning...

From ancient heroes like the rebel slave Spartacus to modern-day dissenters who defied the odds, Stand Up, Stand Out! is the ultimate guide to inspiring tales of human passion and courage. Meet 25 of the most inspiring humans of all time! These rebels stood...

How the Toilet Changed History examines the invention of the toilet and explores how improving sanitation has changed cities and human health. Features include essential facts, a glossary, selected bibliography, websites, source notes, and an index, plus a timeline and maps, charts, and diagrams....

In the world of pro wrestling, the personalities are larger than life. This title introduces one of the biggest stars in the industry. With colorful tales of his journey from childhood dreams to title belts of today, plus a timeline, glossary, and more, this...

In the world of pro wrestling, the personalities are larger than life. This title introduces one of the biggest stars in the industry. With colorful tales of his journey from childhood dreams to title belts of today, plus a timeline, glossary, and more, this...

Author: Jim OllhoffISBN-10: 1604535016ISBN-13: 9781604535013Publisher: ABDO & DaughtersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2009Pages: 32Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.65lbsSize: 9.80h x 7.80w x 0.30dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 6.9Point Value: 1Interest Level: Middle GradeQuiz #/Name: 132653 / SmallpoxReview Citation(s): School Library Journal 03/01/2010 pg. 180Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2010 pg. 150...

An introduction to the history, past and present social life and customs of the Pomo Indians, a tribe in northern California.Author: Barbara A. Gray-KanatiioshISBN-10: 1577656008ISBN-13: 9781577656005Publisher: Abdo PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2002Pages: 32Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.51lbsSize: 8.02h x 7.90w x 0.32dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 4.7Point Value: 0.5Interest...