Kategoria BISAC: Juvenile Nonfiction >> History - United States - State & Local

More than any other event, the Boston Tea Party of 1773 has come to stand for the determination of American colonists to control their own destinies. From the arrival of the ships full of controversial taxed tea in Boston Harbor, through the explosive protest meetings at the Old South Church, to the defiant act of dumping 226 chests of fine tea into the harbor on December 16, Freedman captures this exciting story. Source notes, a bibliography, a time line, an afterword, a historical map, and index.

Kadir Nelson's Heart and Soul--the winner of numerous awards, including the 2012 Coretta Scott King Author Award and Illustrator Honor, and the recipient of five starred reviews--now features eight pages of discussion and curriculum material.

The story of America and African Americans is a story of hope and inspiration and unwavering courage. This is the story of the men, women, and children who toiled in the hot sun picking cotton for their masters; it's about the America ripped in two by Jim Crow laws; it's about the brothers and sisters of all colors who rallied against...

Hale relays the facts, politics, military actions, and prominent personalities that defined the Texas Revolution in factual yet humorous scenes that will capture the attention of reluctant readers and fans of history alike.

In the early 1800s, Texas was a wild and dangerous land fought over by the Mexican government, Native Americans, and settlers from the United States. Beginning with the expeditions of the so-called "Land...

St. Augustine A to Z is a rhyming, ABC adventure book that explores St. Augustine, Florida's historical figures and landmarks. You'll see a fort, a lighthouse, a pirate ship, Spanish conquistadors, and much more. Tourists and residents alike will also enjoy the map at the back, which guides families on a tour of the nation's oldest city. Interactive activity pages are also included for additional learning and fun. This educational book for younger children is written by Susan Shipe Calfee and illustrated by Oscar Senn.

St. Augustine A to Z is a rhyming, ABC adventure book that explores St. Augustine, Florida's historical figures and landmarks. You'll see a fort, a lighthouse, a pirate ship, Spanish conquistadors, and much more. Tourists and residents alike will also enjoy the map at the back, which guides families on a tour of the nation's oldest city. Interactive activity pages are also included for additional learning and fun. This educational book for younger children is written by Susan Shipe Calfee and illustrated by Oscar Senn.

In response to nationwide demand, we offer Yo, Sacramento to help you memorize all of the U.S. states and their capitals--just as quickly and easily

"Who will go with old Ben Milam into San Antonio?"

That rallying call from the Texian soldier named Ben Milam still resounds from the pages of Texas history. His motivation inspired 300 volunteers to attack Mexican forces that were holding San Antonio. As a re-sult, the Mexican army there surrendered, allowing Texians to take over the Alamo. He would not live long enough to learn their fate at that famous mission.

This biography for young readers reveals the life story of Ben Milam-silver miner, trader with the Comanches, colonizer, and committed soldier. The Kentucky native...