History

Welcome to South Africa! Hear the sounds of 11 official languages. See lions and elephants on safari. Try new sports like cricket and rugby. Learn about the people, places, and traditions of this diverse African country.

When babies are born early, they often have trouble surviving. But special containers called incubators help babies grow by keeping them warm and protected. At first, people in the medical world were skeptical about incubators. But some trailblazing...

Encourage independent content reading with this decodable title introducing key geography standards about people and places. Perfect for differentiating instruction for those readers in need of foundational reading skill support. In collaboration with...

What would you do to win? Find out how others answered in this look at famous cheating scandals. Don't trust anyone in the Lies and Liars Throughout History series. Each title uncovers some of the most famous fakers, schemers, and cheaters who turned the...

Strategy on the battlefield sometimes takes quick thinking and clever deception. Don't trust anyone in the Lies and Liars Throughout History series. Each high interest title uncovers some of the most famous fakers, schemers, and cheaters who turned the...

Find out how the blame game worked in these famous tales of innocence. Don't trust anyone in the Lies and Liars Throughout History series. Each high interest title uncovers some of the most famous fakers, schemers, and cheaters who turned the world, and...

See who failed the test of loyalty in this look at famous traitors. Don't trust anyone in the Lies and Liars Throughout History series. Each high interest title uncovers some of the most famous fakers, schemers, and cheaters who turned the world, and the...

Beware of scammers in this look at people who lied their way into a fortune. Don't trust anyone in the Lies and Liars Throughout History series. Each high interest title uncovers some of the most famous fakers, schemers, and cheaters who turned the...

Not everyone is who they say they are. Explore a history of pretenders and who they fooled. Don't trust anyone in the Lies and Liars Throughout History series. Each high interest title uncovers some of the most famous fakers, schemers, and cheaters who...

Do you know the story of Pocahontas? What about Amonute? Or Matoaka? Or Rebecca Rolfe? The history stories you think you know may not be what they seem. Find out how and why myths took the place of fact over time, and the fascinating history the myths...

Do you know the story of Paul Revere and his famous ride? British soldiers were already everywhere--so what news was he really carrying? The history stories you think you know may not be what they seem. Find out how and why myths took the place of fact...

Do you know the story of Johnny Appleseed? What does real estate law have to do with it? The history stories you think you know may not be what they seem. Find out how and why myths took the place of fact over time, and the fascinating history the myths...

Do you know the story of Columbus and his 1492 voyage across the Atlantic Ocean? What does 19th century immigration have to do with it? The history stories you think you know may not be what they seem. Find out how and why myths took the place of fact...

Explore the history and development of the telephone and find out how a telephone works. Learn about the inventors who helped influence the invention of the telephone.

Explore the heroic life of Harriet Tubman, the courageous woman who helped free other slaves. With Harriet Tubman: Leading Others to Liberty, students will examine her life, from her early days born into slavery to her brave efforts as the first female...

Do you know the story of the "Wild" West? How much of it is good storytelling and showmanship? The history stories you think you know may not be what they seem. Find out how and why myths took the place of fact over time, and the fascinating history the...

Do you know the story of Rosa Parks? How are unsolved crimes connected to a bus boycott? The history stories you think you know may not be what they seem. Find out how and why myths took the place of fact over time, and the fascinating history the myths...

Do you know the story of John Henry? What does the historical record show? The history stories you think you know may not be what they seem. Find out how and why myths took the place of fact over time, and the fascinating history the myths may hide...

Do you know the story of the first Thanksgiving? What does a kidnapping have to do with it? The history stories you think you know may not be what they seem. Find out how and why myths took the place of fact over time, and the fascinating history the...

Learn how policy has shaped opportunity for American immigrants. Readers will understand what a "Dreamer" is and why they may hear that term in the news or their community. The Racial Justice in America: Latinx American series explores the issues...

Find out how political status and the way we talk about it affect lives in the Latinx community. This title explores the nature of migration, its role in the history of civilization, and the rights and dignity inalienable to all people. The Racial...

Explores the history and culture of the Maya Civilization. Eye-catching photos, fascinating sidebars, and a "Contributions" special feature guide readers through the rise and fall of this great civilization, focusing on the people and accomplishments...

Explores the history and culture of the Inca Civilization. Eye-catching photos, fascinating sidebars, and a "Contributions" special feature guide readers through the rise and fall of this great civilization, focusing on the people and accomplishments...

Explores the history and culture of the Aztec Civilization. Eye-catching photos, fascinating sidebars, and a "Contributions" special feature guide readers through the rise and fall of this great civilization, focusing on the people and accomplishments...

With a mix of South Asian influences, Pakistan is a country known for its Islamic art and architecture, popular religious celebrations, and rich foods. Books in the Countries of the World series teach readers about countries' unique features through...

A land of Amazonian jungles, Caribbean beaches, and hectic cities, Venezuela is a country of many contrasts. Books in the Countries of the World series teach readers about countries' unique features through engaging content and pictures. Readers will...

As one of the Earth's biggest countries and the one with the world's largest population, China is well-known for its rich history and traditions. Books in the Countries of the World series teach readers about countries' unique features through engaging...

With one of the largest populations in the world, India is a land of crowded cities, but it's also known for its beautiful mountains and serene beaches. Books in the Countries of the World series teach readers about countries' unique features through...

A mesmerizing blend of old and new traditions, Japan is a country of diverse land, climate, and people. Books in the Countries of the World series teach readers about countries' unique features through engaging content and pictures. Explore Japan's...

Made up of more than 7,000 islands, the Philippines is a country well known for its beautiful beaches, a dazzling array of plants and animals, and bustling city life. Books in the Countries of the World series teach readers about countries' unique...

Learn about Mexico, a country famous for its colorful fiestas and celebrations, and its rich history blending Aztec, Mayan, and European influences. Books in the Countries of the World series teach readers about countries' unique features through...

Explore Brazil, a country with some of the world's most significant natural wonders, as well as some of it's most populous urban areas. Unusual animals like toucans and jaguars call Brazil's lush rainforests their home. The country is also known for its...

The Civil War: Brother Against Brother primary source reader builds literacy skills while offering engaging content across social studies subject areas. Primary source documents provide an intimate glimpse into what life was like during the 1800s. This...

Provide an engaging nonfiction book for students as they explore some of the causes of the Civil War. Students will examine the divisive events in the nineteenth century that led up to the war, including the Missouri Compromise, the Compromise of 1850,...

The Sitting Bull: Eagles Cannot Be Crows primary source reader builds literacy skills while offering engaging content across social studies subject areas. Primary source documents provide an intimate glimpse into what life was like during the 1800s. This...

The online world has real dangers, but girls around the world are using social media to create positive change and practice good digital citizenship. You've probably seen media stories about the ways girls interact online, with headlines like "Depression...

What drives people to search for new homes? From war zones to politics, there are many reasons why people have always searched for a place to call home. In Finding Home: The Journey of Immigrants and Refugees we discover how human migration has shaped...

Though sanctuary cities have recently become a significant aspect of the immigration debate as a result of the Trump administration's stricter immigration policies, sanctuary cities have existed in America since the 1980s and for centuries in countries...

Though sanctuary cities have recently become a significant aspect of the immigration debate as a result of the Trump administration's stricter immigration policies, sanctuary cities have existed in America since the 1980s and for centuries in countries...

In development as a television series from Reese Witherspoon's Hello Sunshine production company and ABC Studios! This hilarious, poignant and true story of one teen's experience growing up in America as an undocumented immigrant from the Middle East is...