Highlights the life and accomplishments of the Islamic extremist leader who has been linked to many terrorist attacks since the 1980s and briefly discusses important world events that have taken place during his lifetime.
Crucial eras and events in American history are brought to life through primary resources in this high interest series written especially for less able readers. The personal struggles of the people making history guide the reader through each book. Background knowledge of the subject matter is incorporated into the text and vocabulary is defined at the point of use. The books use clear, predictable text structures and have been leveled by a literacy expert to ensure accessibility.
Presents a history of the famous United States Highway 66 and the shops, sights, and attractions that drew many travellers to it in the twentieth century.
Read this book to learn about the dust storms that swept across the Midwestern United States during the 1930s. Read about the Dust Bowl immigrants who left their farms in search of a better life in California. Learn how people like Woody Guthrie and Dorothea Lange documented the people and places affected by the Dust Bowl. Each book in the 'American History Through Primary Sources' series delivers curriculum content by way of primary source material. Background knowledge of the subject matter is incorporated into the text. The books use clear, predictable text structures and have been leveled by a literacy expert to ensure accessibility. Vocabulary is defined at the point of use.
What was it like to live in ancient times? Why not let Hannibal, one of the greatest military commanders in history, tell you about it? Read about his rise to power, his triumphant conquests and humiliating losses, as well as what day-to-day life was like. A postscript explains how and what happened after he died.
Read Smokestacks and Spinning Jennys: Industrial Revolution to learn how inventions like the spinning jenny, steam engine, and telegraph changed daily life. Find out how interchangeable parts changed the way goods are produced. Learn more about working conditions in factories and textile mills. Book jacket.
Highlights the life and accomplishments of Pakistan's first woman prime minister and briefly discusses important world events that took place during her lifetime.
Crucial eras and events in American history are brought to life through primary resources in this high interest series written especially for struggling readers. The personal struggles of the people making history guide the reader through each book. Background knowledge of the subject matter is incorporated into the text and vocabulary is defined at the point of use.
Crucial eras and events in American history are brought to life through primary resources in this high interest series written especially for struggling readers. The personal struggles of the people making history guide the reader through each book. Background knowledge of the subject matter is incorporated into the text and vocabulary is defined at the point of use.
Examines different forms of mass media, discussing such issues as violence in the media and the strategies, techniques, and tricks companies use to influence consumers.
Examines the history of the world's tallest buildings, including some of the challenges faced in design and construction and how their builders tested the limits of technology.
Describes life in the West from the 1850s to 1900 and presents the lives of such famous people of the wild West as Jesse James, Nellie Cashman, Joshua Norton, and Buffalo Bill.
Surveys major breakthroughs in the science of electricity, and includes information on circuits, electromagnets, electricity in the human body, and energy-saving tips.
Crucial eras and events in American history are brought to life through primary resources in this high interest series written especially for struggling readers. The personal struggles of the people making history guide the reader through each book. Background knowledge of the subject matter is incorporated into the text and vocabulary is defined at the point of use.
Describes the life of Henry VIII, from his childhood and ascension to the throne to his infamous multiple marriages and conflicts with the Catholic church.
Why did robbers steal precious works of art from Boston's Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in 1990? In 2005, how did thieves in Amsterdam pull off the largest diamond heist in history? Throughout the world, some criminals seem to pull off the perfect crimes. They leave us asking, "e;How'd they do it?"e; or "e;Why'd they do it?"e; and "e;Could it happen again?"e; With dramatic photos and intriguing theories, readers can go on a journey around the world and learn about some tough crimes to solve.
Snakes, sharks, and spiders-oh my! Do you know what the most deadly animal in the world is? What about the difference between poison and venom? Learn the asnwers for yourself and discover what animals you definitely want to stay away from.
Introduces the tenement housing provided for immigrants in cities in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, and describes immigrant life in the tenements, including such related topics as sanitation, working conditions, and education.
This set provides everything you need to know about the most popular topics for kids. From surprising a friend with fake vomit to the whole story of the UFO town, Roswell, these books are a must have for any library.
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