Therese M. Shea

One of the most shameful events in American history was the Trail of Tears, the forced removal of Native Americans from the Southeast to present-day Oklahoma. Why and how this terrible event came about is examined in this valuable volume. Readers will learn about the Native groups involved, why the U.S. government pushed them off their traditional lands, what happened on the deadly journey, and the legacy of the Trail of Tears today. Maps, a timeline, and historical images help guide readers through these events, which all Americans should know.

The Boston Massacre was a conflict that preceded the American Revolution. The mystique around the event, which occurred in 1770 between American colonists and British soldiers, helped push the colonies toward war. But was it really a massacre? Readers of this fascinating book will find out the causes and the effects of the Boston Massacre as well as who lost their lives. Historical images are paired with accessible and interesting text. Sidebars, a timeline, and a map help young historians better grasp the important curricular facts they need to know.

It's time to hunt for zombies Readers of this exciting book will be armed with maps and folklore to find zombies of myth and legend. They'll practice map reading skills while learning about geographic locations around the world. Curricular social studies concepts, including knowledge of different cultures, are presented in a high-interest format and inviting design. Fact boxes, real-life photographs, historical images, and colorful maps support the main content, making this volume an invaluable addition to any social studies collection.

It's time to hunt for zombies Readers of this exciting book will be armed with maps and folklore to find zombies of myth and legend. They'll practice map reading skills while learning about geographic locations around the world. Curricular social studies concepts, including knowledge of different cultures, are presented in a high-interest format and inviting design. Fact boxes, real-life photographs, historical images, and colorful maps support the main content, making this volume an invaluable addition to any social studies collection.

It's time to hunt for dragons Readers of this exciting book will be armed with maps and folklore to find these creatures. They'll practice map reading skills while learning about geographic locations across Asia and Europe as well as dragon myths and legends. Curricular social studies concepts, including knowledge of world cultures, are presented in a high-interest format and inviting design. Fact boxes, real-life photographs, historical images, and colorful maps support the main content, making this volume an invaluable addition to any social studies collection.

It's time to hunt for werewolves Readers of this exciting book will be armed with maps and folklore to find werewolves of myth and legend. They'll practice map reading skills while learning about geographic locations around the world. Curricular social studies concepts, including knowledge of different cultures, are presented in a high-interest format and inviting design. Fact boxes, real-life photographs, historical images, and colorful maps support the main content, making this volume an invaluable addition to any social studies collection.

It's time to hunt for werewolves Readers of this exciting book will be armed with maps and folklore to find werewolves of myth and legend. They'll practice map reading skills while learning about geographic locations around the world. Curricular social studies concepts, including knowledge of different cultures, are presented in a high-interest format and inviting design. Fact boxes, real-life photographs, historical images, and colorful maps support the main content, making this volume an invaluable addition to any social studies collection.

The Battle of Antietam was fought on September 17, 1862, during the American Civil War. Confederate forces, attempting to reach Washington, D.C., were halted by Union forces at Antietam Creek, near Sharpsburg, Maryland. The bloodiest battle in the entire war began. Readers of this volume will learn about the causes of the battle--and the war--as well as the outcome and far-reaching consequences. Maps, a timeline, and sidebars aid budding historians in gaining a greater understanding of the tragedy of this battle between countrymen.

The Battle of Antietam was fought on September 17, 1862, during the American Civil War. Confederate forces, attempting to reach Washington, D.C., were halted by Union forces at Antietam Creek, near Sharpsburg, Maryland. The bloodiest battle in the entire war began. Readers of this volume will learn about the causes of the battle--and the war--as well as the outcome and far-reaching consequences. Maps, a timeline, and sidebars aid budding historians in gaining a greater understanding of the tragedy of this battle between countrymen.

The Boston Massacre was a conflict that preceded the American Revolution. The mystique around the event, which occurred in 1770 between American colonists and British soldiers, helped push the colonies toward war. But was it really a massacre? Readers of this fascinating book will find out the causes and the effects of the Boston Massacre as well as who lost their lives. Historical images are paired with accessible and interesting text. Sidebars, a timeline, and a map help young historians better grasp the important curricular facts they need to know.

One of the most shameful events in American history was the Trail of Tears, the forced removal of Native Americans from the Southeast to present-day Oklahoma. Why and how this terrible event came about is examined in this valuable volume. Readers will learn about the Native groups involved, why the U.S. government pushed them off their traditional lands, what happened on the deadly journey, and the legacy of the Trail of Tears today. Maps, a timeline, and historical images help guide readers through these events, which all Americans should know.

It's time to hunt for dragons Readers of this exciting book will be armed with maps and folklore to find these creatures. They'll practice map reading skills while learning about geographic locations across Asia and Europe as well as dragon myths and legends. Curricular social studies concepts, including knowledge of world cultures, are presented in a high-interest format and inviting design. Fact boxes, real-life photographs, historical images, and colorful maps support the main content, making this volume an invaluable addition to any social studies collection.

The canals of Amsterdam may be the most famous feature of the Netherlands, but there is much more to explore in this European nation, which has a history that stretches back centuries into the past. Readers discover this as they explore focused chapters that support social studies curriculum topics, including geography, history, economics, and government. In addition, other chapters provide a detailed look at unique elements of Dutch culture, including foods, festivals, religious beliefs, and arts. This reading experience includes vibrant photographs, detailed maps, fact boxes, sidebars, and recipes for popular Dutch foods.

The abolition movement in the United States--the fight against slavery--likely would have been less powerful and effective without the women of the movement. Yet, even in this fight for freedom, women were often sidelined by their male counterparts. Still, certain mission-driven American women were tenacious in their quest to free the enslaved peoples on American soil. This important book introduces readers to the significant groups and individuals who spoke out and put their lives at risk to halt American slavery. Fact boxes, sidebars, and historical images aid in supporting key curricular content.

The suffrage movement in the United States culminated in the 19th Amendment, ratified in 1920. However, it took several generations of American women to finally achieve that success, which enabled women to vote. This valuable volume, a must for any social studies collection, provides important and engaging curricular content for readers seeking to understand more about the fight for women's rights in the United States. Key figures and groups are highlighted in the accessible text, which includes relevant primary sources, stunning historical images, insightful sidebars, and fascinating fact boxes.

All too often, women's roles in the American Revolution are briefly mentioned or, often, just left out entirely. The omission is a great disservice to students of history. This valuable volume aids readers in understanding the significant part that women played in the fighting of the war and in the founding of the new country. Through carefully researched, accessible text, they'll learn about groups of women and individuals who supported colonial independence, proving themselves invaluable in the war effort. Sidebars, fact boxes, and historical images add more memorable information about this crucial curricular topic.

Life in the American colonies was not easy for most. For women in particular, it held certain hardships because they lacked many rights and freedoms. And enslaved women really suffered. This important book examines the colonial era with a spotlight on women at that time. Readers will gain a wider perspective of daily life in the period, including educational inequalities and women's cultural contributions. Well-researched text includes primary sources, fact boxes, and sidebars that will help readers connect with key ideas and curricular content.