Sterling Biographies®: George Washington: An American Life

“First in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his countrymen”—and first in the minds of schoolchildren, who learn about George Washington as soon as they

The Smart Aleck’s Guide to American History

Do you know America? No, I mean, do you REALLY know America? Would you recognize John Adams in a lineup? Can you identify any presidents between Lincoln and Roosevelt?

Slavery, Civil War, and Reconstruction, Grades 6 – 12 (American History Series)

Bring history to life for students in grades 6–12 using Slavery, Civil War, and Reconstruction. This 128-page book is perfect for independent study or use as a tutorial aid.

Like a Bird: The Art of the American Slave Song (Millbrook Picture Books)

Enslaved African Americans longed for freedom, and that longing took many forms including music. Drawing on biblical imagery, slave songs both expressed the sorrow of life in bondage and

Hurricane Katrina (True Books: American History (Paperback))

Recounts the events of Hurricane Katrina and the devastation it caused in New Orleans, discusses the global efforts to help the victims, and describes the rebuilding efforts.

Benjamin Franklin: An American Genius (Graphic Biographies)

A biography examining the life of Benjamin Franklin and his leadership as a statesman, scientist, inventor, and printer. Written in graphic-novel format.

The Gallaudet Children’s Dictionary of American Sign Language

* Featuring more than 1,000 ASL sign drawings* All signs paired with charming color illustrations* Introduction explains how to sign ASL and fingerspell* Complete index of English terms for

A Girl Named Misty: The True Story of Misty Copeland (American Girl: A Girl Named)

The A Girl Named series tells the stories of how ordinary American girls grew up to be extraordinary American women. Misty Copeland became the first African American Female Principal

They Dance in the Sky: Native American Star Myths

For countless generations, Native American storytellers have watched the night sky and told tales of the stars and the constellations. The stars themselves tell many tales—of children who have