#History

Abraham Lincoln (National Geographic Kids Readers, Level 2)

Author: Caroline Crosson Gilpin Genre: History

The most effective method used to influence children to read is to incorporate the information that interests them the most. National Geographic Readers are educational, high-interest, and comprehensive for children. In this title, readers will learn about the fascinating life and legacy of our 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln and his historic decision to abolish slavery. Readers will also learn why this decision impacted the United States, as well as the extent of Lincoln's impact as a fearless leader of the Civil War. In this level two biography, difficult concepts are made understandable and transitioned into a more approachable manner. This includes the use of sidebars, timetables, diagrams and fun facts to hold the interest of the young reader. The colorful design and educational illustrations round out this text as an exemplary book for their young minds to explore. National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources. Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information. Read more

Explorers: Amazing Tales of the World's Greatest Adventures

Author: Jessamy Hawke Genre: Adventure

Meet famous explorers and adventurers in this exciting non-fiction storybook for children. Venture into steaming jungles in search of lost temples, fight off frostbite in the Arctic, and blast off into space! Great explorers have one thing in common - a desire to leap into the unknown, no matter how dangerous that might be. From Ferdinand Magellan's first circumnavigation of the world 500 years ago to Barbara Hillary's treks to the North and South poles while in her seventies, Explorers documents the trials and hardships of the men and women who rewrote our understanding of the world, and showed us what humans are capable of. Explorers looks at the towering achievements of more than 50 explorers in great detail, with incredible cross-sections revealing the amazing detail inside Spanish galleons, lost cities, and spaceships. Hand-drawn maps reveal their intrepid journeys in great detail, and photographs highlight the artefacts and relics they found along the way. The explorers come from all walks of life and parts of the world. Packed with jaw-dropping facts and written in language that will get the heart racing, Explorers is the perfect book for any budding young adventurer, combining both beautiful illustrations by Jessamy Hawke and fantastic photography. Read more

Incredible Stories for Inquisitive Kids: Captivating Tales for Young Readers from History, Science & the Crazy World We Live In

Author: Fred Flynn Genre: Comics

True Stories So Incredible, Your Child Will Fall in Love with Learning! Looking for the perfect gift that grabs your child's attention and gets them excited to learn - making screens seem dull in comparison? "Incredible Stories for Inquisitive Kids" will do just that! This collection of real-life tales, fun facts, amazing events and important life lessons is designed to keep kids engaged and eager to read more. It brings together history, science, and entertaining facts, making it the ideal chapter book for curious readers of all ages. A Journey Full of Wonder & Adventure! Travel through time and across the globe with over 21 captivating and inspirational stories. From great explorers to strange occurrences, each story gives a peek into the amazing things that have shaped our world. Take a Look at Some of the Unbelievable Chapters Inside: The First Cat Video: How did Thomas Edison, the genius behind the lightbulb, end up creating the first cat video? Stranded for Years: Why was a castaway left alone on an island for years by his crew? The Chocolate Chip Cookie: What happy accident gave us this delicious treat? Meat From the Sky: What caused meat to mysteriously rain down in Kentucky in 1876? Odd Jobs: Learn about some of the strangest jobs people have had throughout history. The Unsinkable Woman: How did Violet Jessup survive not one but three shipwrecks, including the Titanic? The Dancing Plague: What bizarre event led hundreds of people to dance non-stop for two months in 1518? The Laughter Epidemic: How did a strange case of contagious laughter spread through an entire school in 1962? The Great Molasses Flood: What caused a giant wave of molasses to sweep through Boston in 1919? Angels of the Deep: How did kind, sea creatures save a woman from shark-infested waters after her boat sank? This Book Offers: Easy-to-Read Stories: Perfect for expanding young minds through fun, true stories. Lessons in Creativity and Resilience: Inspiring stories that show the power of creativity and determination. Entertaining Nonfiction Adventures: True stories that teach while keeping kids entertained. Inspire a Love of Learning! Open your child's eyes to a world of daring adventures and extraordinary individuals. Scroll up and click "Add to Cart" to start your child's journey of discovery today! Incredible Stories for Inquisitive Kids is an excellent birthday or Christmas gift for boys or girls who love to learn, and it makes a great addition to any bookshelf—at home or in the classroom. Recommended for Grades: 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th graders Recommended Ages: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 years old Reading Level: Elementary and middle-grade readers Read more

National Geographic Kids Everything Battles: Arm Yourself with Fierce Photos and Fascinating Facts

Author: James Spears Genre: History

National Geographic Kids Everything Battles captures all of the action and valor of the battlefield, as well as the trappings that go with it. Kids will browse eye-popping photographs and illustrations, as they peruse fascinating facts and information about armor, weapons, uniforms, technology, military jets, battleships, military technology, top-secret intelligence and more. Topics include five ultimate battles, the greatest commanders of all time, and an entirely interactive chapter, in which kids can decipher a secret code, develop their own battlefield strategy, and more. Throughout this dynamic book, layers of authoritative information and fun sidebars and facts make historic events accessible and fascinating for young readers. National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources. Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information. Read more

Spike the Dinosaur: Short Stories for Kids, Games, Jokes, and More! (Fun Time Series for Beginning Readers)

Author: Uncle Amon Genre: Early Readers

Are you looking for a children's book that is highly entertaining, great for beginning readers, and is jam-packed with stories, jokes, and more? Follow the adventures of Spike the Dinosaur! This is an excellent read for beginning readers. Each story is full of adventure and excitement with cute and bright illustrations for younger readers! These stories are great for quick bedtime stories, waiting rooms, traveling, and reading aloud at home! Excellent for early and beginning readers Great for reading aloud with friends and family Cute short stories that are great for a quick bedtime story Funny and hilarious jokes for kids Cool puzzles and mazes Story List & Activities : Hatching It’s Time to Face Charger The Escape New Friends Monsters Dinosaur Jokes Puzzles and Mazes Scroll up and click 'buy' and spend some quality time with your child! tags: kids books, kid books, children books, books for kids, dinosaurs, dinosaur, dinosaur books, dinoaur books for children Read more

The Roots of Rap: 16 Bars on the 4 Pillars of Hip-Hop

Author: Carole Boston Weatherford Genre: Comics Illustrator: Frank Morrison

"Carole Boston Weatherford, once again, delivers a resounding testament and reminder, that hip-hop is a flavorful slice of a larger cultural cake. And to be hip-hop-to truly be it-we must remember that we are also funk, jazz, soul, folktale, and poetry. We must remember that . . . we are who we are!" - Jason Reynolds, New York Times best-selling author "Starting with its attention-getting cover, this picture book does an excellent job of capturing the essence of rap . . . This tribute to hip hop culture will appeal to a wide audience, and practically demands multiple readings." ― Booklist, STARRED REVIEW "No way around it, this book is supa-dupa fly, with lush illustrations anchored in signature hip-hop iconography for the future of the global hip-hop nation." ― Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW "With short, rhyming lines and dramatic portraits of performers, the creative team behind How Sweet the Sound: The Story of Amazing Grace offers a dynamic introduction to hip-hop. . . . This artful introduction to one of the most influential cultural movements of the 20th century pulses with the energy and rhythm of its subject." ― Publishers Weekly, STARRED REVIEW Explore the roots of rap in this stunning, rhyming, triple-timing book, now available as a board book! A generation voicing stories, hopes, and fears founds a hip-hop nation. Say holler if you hear. The roots of rap and the history of hip-hop have origins that precede DJ Kool Herc and Grandmaster Flash. Kids will learn about how it evolved from folktales, spirituals, and poetry to the showmanship of James Brown, to the culture of graffiti art and break dancing that created the art form and gave birth to the musical artists we know today. Written in lyrical rhythm by award-winning author and poet Carole Boston Weatherford and complete with flowing, vibrant illustrations by Frank Morrison, this book beautifully illustrates how hip-hop is a language spoken the whole world 'round. Read more

Unhinged History: The Most Wild, Absurd & Unfiltered Short Stories That Were NOT Taught in School. Over 88 Interesting & Hilarious True Stories for Curious Kids

Author: Cozy Nook Books Genre: Anthology

Think history is just boring dates and dusty old dudes? Get ready to have your mind BLOWN! Are you convinced history is a snoozefest? What if we told you the past is packed with moments so bonkers, so hilariously weird, they make viral videos look tame? From armies declaring war on BIRDS (and losing!) to popes putting CORPSES on trial, real history is way stranger than any fiction! If textbooks are a total yawn, or if you secretly love the most unbelievable "Wait, THAT actually happened?!" moments, then this book is screaming your name. Unhinged History isn't your grandma's history lesson (unless your grandma is secretly awesome and knows about bat bombs) . It's a laugh-out-loud, jaw-dropping collection of the most bizarre true tales that prove the past was a wild, wacky, and wonderfully weird place. Get ready for history, but with all the boring bits surgically removed and replaced with pure WTF-ery! Inside Unhinged History , you'll discover: The time Australia's army went to war with EMUS... and the emus kicked their butts! An emperor who loved his horse SO MUCH he tried to make it a top government official (seriously). How a pope dug up a ROTTING CORPSE, dressed it in fancy robes, and put it on TRIAL. The genius plan to use BOMB-STRAPPED BATS in World War II (spoiler: it was a bit of a flap). When Napoleon Bonaparte, conqueror of Europe, got totally owned by an army of fluffy BUNNIES. The exploding whale incident that showered a town in blubber (you can't make this stuff up!). A government trying to get rid of snakes by paying for dead ones, only to end up with MORE snakes (oops!). The dancing plague where people literally DANCED themselves to death! When a city was flooded not with water, but with sticky, gooey MOLASSES. The man who declared himself EMPEROR of America... and people just kind of went along with it! And SO many more absolutely bonkers, unbelievable, and 100% TRUE stories that school definitely skipped! Each tale is short, punchy, and packed with the kind of weird facts kids (and adults!) can't wait to share. Forget boring lectures; this is history made hilarious and unforgettable. Grab your copy of Unhinged History today and prepare to see the past like never before – it's way more unhinged than you ever imagined! Read more

Alexander Pig and the Terrifying Hedgehog-napper (Adventure Time)

Author: Eva B. Kids Genre: Adventure

Another adventure storybook from Eva B. Kids! This story is full of adventure, humour and mystery. Meet the hedgehog-napper if you dare . . . The terrifying hedgehog-napper has come to the Little Green Forest and strange things are happening. Sally Sheep has been sheep-napped and Pim Hedgehog is not at home! His front door isn’t locked, the house is in a horrible mess, and Pim has mysteriously disappeared. Things don’t looking good to Alexander and Mycroft. Has the evil hedgehog-napper taken their friend Pim? What will happen to him? Will he be held captive? Alexander and Mycroft are mystified but thoughtful Mycroft has spotted some interesting clues . . . and they must investigate! Eva B. Kids’ delightful storybook is the ideal gift for children of 4 to 94. Read more

Facts For Kids: 1000+ Fun Facts That You Didn't Know About Our Amazing World (History For Kids)

Author: Charlotte Gibbs Genre: History

Facts For Kids: 1000 Crazy Fun Facts Do you know which mammal can sleep 22 hours a day? What is the largest city in the world? Which bug is attracted to stinky feet? If your child loves asking questions and learning about the world around them, then Facts for Kids is the perfect book for them! Children will be excited to share their knowledge as they discover fascinating facts in a fun and educational way. Encourage your child’s curiosity with hundreds of fun facts about a variety of topics including science, world history, the human body, and sports . There are also bonus facts at the end of the chapter, providing a chance to learn even more about topics your child especially enjoys! Features include: 1000 interesting facts Illustrations perfect for coloring Large print 8.5 x 11” pages Great alternative to tablets and phones Facts for every interest: Science, the Ocean, Animals, and more! If you’re ready to help your child discover weird and wonderful facts of the world, select 'Buy Now' and purchase Facts For Kids today! Read more

Inspiring Kids Who Made History: Special 250th Birthday Celebration Color Edition Featuring True Stories of Young American Heroes

Author: Lance Bachelder Genre: History

Discover the incredible true stories of brave young Americans who helped shape the history of the United States. From the Revolutionary War to defining moments across the nation's past, Inspiring Kids Who Made History is a beautifully illustrated full-color nonfiction book that introduces boys and girls to real kids whose courage, determination, and actions left a permanent mark on America. These aren't legends. They aren't myths. They were real young people — some younger than your own kids — who stepped up when it counted. This premium hardcover edition is designed to last. The kind of book that lives on a shelf, gets handed down, and gets read more than once. Perfect for readers ages 8–12, this keepsake history book brings the past to life through vivid storytelling, unforgettable true moments, and rich full-color illustrations that make history impossible to ignore. Inside, young readers will discover: True stories of American kids and teens who stepped up in extraordinary times Moments of real courage, sacrifice, leadership, and grit across U.S. history A visually rich journey through American history — not a textbook, a page-turner A stunning full-color hardcover built for bookshelves, classrooms, and family libraries Inspiring Kids Who Made History is the kind of gift that actually means something. History wasn't only made by famous adults. Sometimes it was shaped by the young. Read more

NINA The Friendly Vampire: Part 1: My Crazy Life, It's Never Dull, & Rivals - 3 Exciting Stories! Books for Girls aged 9-12

Author: Katrina Kahler Genre: Fantasy Fiction

Nina the Friendly Vampire - Books 1 to 3...3 Exciting Stories for Boys and Girls aged 9-12 Imagine how complicated your life would be...if your mom was a vampire and your dad was a weretiger? Welcome to Nina's life, she's half of each! Her family has moved to a new town to combat the Glitters. What are Glitters? Well, they glitter and cause havoc and chaos among the humans but only vampires can see them. Nina and her handsome (but naive brother), Frank then meet up with some cool kids at their new school. Nina is particularly interested in a great-looking boy called Jimmy. Not only is he very handsome, but he also has a great personality and Nina and Jimmy immediately fall for each other. But that is where the moms get in the way. You see, Jimmy's family come from a long line of vampire hunters! As the story continues, Nina also has to deal with gremlins, trolls and the complications of a new boy called Bear (who is actually a werebear). Nina’s life is never easy or boring! Read this great adventure story to find out if the two teens can overcome their inherited differences and if the Glitters can be found and destroyed. If you liked Diary of a Super Girl and Girl Power, you'll love this book. Perfect for boys and girls aged 9-12. Read more

Stories with Holes, Vol. 15

Author: Nathan Levy Genre: History

A collection of open-ended stories intended to encourage imaginative and intuitive thinking. Read more