History and The Past Books

Durante el régimen de Adolf Hitler en Alemania hubo más de 40.000 campos de concentración, trabajo y exterminio nazis construidos con la intención de borrar a toda una población de judíos, sinti y romaníes, así como "otros ejemplos de razas impuras"...

Nicolaus Copernicus and Elizabeth Cady Stanton are just two of the twenty-five extraordinary men and women whom you will have a chance to meet in this inspiring book that explores and celebrates people who had the courage to follow their own convictions,...

Ke keiki paionia, or, Pioneer Boy, recounts the life of a young pioneer who rises to become president of the United States. Written in Hawaiian, this historical biography by William Makepeace Thayer offers a unique linguistic perspective on a classic...

Join Luke, his family, and their friends as they journey into the wilds of Alaska in search of majestic moose and giant bear. Dive in and see how Luke and the gang use their hunting skills, patience, and determination to take on everything the Alaskan...

Join Luke and his family on a wild fishing adventure in the Canadian wilderness. This trip has it all: a moose mess, a motor mishap, atomic splashing. There's even a bear intruder. And of course, the walleye put on an unforgettable fishing frenzy and...

Diese spannende Kinderkrimigeschichte "Die drei ??? Kids - Rätselabenteuer unter Palmen" entführt junge Leserinnen und Leser im Alter von 8 bis 12 Jahren in eine faszinierende Welt voller Abenteuer, Geheimnisse und Mitmachrätsel. Die drei cleveren...

Dexter's world changes forever when his Grandpa shares an astonishing secret, and whisks him away on an epic adventure filled with double lives and amazing inventions. Suddenly, Dexter finds himself at the heart of the Resistance, battling against the...

Are you ready for the hunt of a lifetime? The moment has come for Luke to put all his skills, determination, and luck together to make the stalk of his life on the old drop tine buck, a legendary monster mule deer. Join Luke and his dad as they travel to...

An OOK is a book that comes to life! Get ready for an amazing time-traveling adventure with Tock Ticky OOK!With Tock Ticky OOK as your guide, you'll learn about the wonders of the past and the excitement of the future. Join him on this educational...

I Want to be a Baker is the second book in the Traditional Career Series which describes traditional careers in the British Virgin Islands in the early 1900s.Marie's mother is a seamstress, but Marie has no interest in following in her mother's footsteps...

It's a pheasant frenzy! Join Lucky Luke and his sister, Crystal, for an amazing weekend hunting pheasants with family and friends in South Dakota. The boys and girls are fired up, the fields are loaded with birds, and the dogs are ready for action. You...

"That star is called the north star. As long as you sail toward it, you'll be sailing north. If you ever get lost at sea, Ky, and your gauges fail, you can always trust the north star to guide you to land."Kyle always knew his past held mysteries, but...

THE SUFFERING AND BRAVERY of the South's children during the War are an untold story. Yankee and scallywag historians have hidden and censored stories about the sufferings, hardships, and dedication of the South's children during the War for Southern...

More than 2,400 years ago one of the most thrilling war stories in history was being read and discussed in Greece. It was called the Anabasis and was written by a Greek noble named Xenophon, who described at first hand what he did, what he suffered, and...

Ode to RainbowsA story of wonder, light, and the quiet beauty of asking why.Ode to Rainbows is a tender, poetic journey told through the eyes of a curious little boy named Ode. On a quiet afternoon, just after the rain has passed, Ode spots a rainbow...

'The Unstoppable Mary Seacole' is a vivid and richly illustrated first person account of Mary's adventures in Jamaica, Panama, England and, most notably, her nursing of wounded soldiers in the Crimea. Mary Seacole's persistence and bravery shine through,...

Embark on a journey with the Pilgrims during their perilous first years in the New World. In this captivating bedtime story, you will learn of the providential encounter with the Native American Tisquantum (Squanto) and the pivotal social transformation...

Come on an adventure with 11-year-old Mary Anning! A gripping historical novel for 8-12 year olds based on the true story of Mary Anning's childhood. Released in 2025 to celebrate 200 years since the discovery of dinosaur fossils in southern England, and...

When colonies were established, they were under British rule. Therefore, they had to pay British taxes. This is very important information because it set the stage for the rebellion that was set to happen in the coming years. In this book, however,...

There has been extensive damage after the Civil War so the challenge for the next government was on reconstruction. In this book, you will read about the plans for reconstruction and where the westward expansion came into play. Examine the details of the...

What were the events that led to the end of the Revolutionary War? Who were the key personalities and what did they do to earn a spot in history books? This book may start bloody but the end will be fantastic and good. Are you ready to learn more about...

The Native Americans resisted colonization. Fights broke and misunderstanding was not uncommon. In this educational book, your seventh grader will begin to understand the causes as well as the results of the French and Indian Wars. Discussion of the...

Step into the past and imagine what it's like to live in colonies. You are in a foreign land about to start a new life. Surely there will be difficulties and with limited supply, how are you going to overcome them? This educational book discusses the...

Surely, America needed help to win against Britain. It was, after all, a newly established nation compared to the British rule. In this book, you will get to know the American Patriots in the Thirteen Colonies. You will also begin to understand why...

So what happened when the US declared independence? How did Britain retaliate? At the end of this book, you should be able to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the Americans and the British. You should also be able to create a timeline leading to...

Before the battles of the American Revolution, there were already signs. The colonists began to clamor for independence and they wanted their voices to be heard. This book discusses these early events which ultimately led to the American Revolution. Get...

Recognize the early calls for independence by reading historical facts. Use this book to understand why the colonists wanted to be free of British rule. Go through the early battles of the American Revolution and handpick information necessary for...

To create a free nation, the rights to choose and decide should be upheld. In America, two important documents guarantee these rights - the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence. In this book, you will read about the colorful history of the...

As America acquired more land, it attracted more people. The promise of land and a new start resulted in immigration and the eventual growth of American cities. Learn where immigrants to the US came from and the reasons for their move. Study how these...

It may be hard to believe now but at some point in history, women were treated much differently. They did not enjoy the same rights and freedoms as modern women do. For example, they were not allowed to vote or go to university. However, brave women...

At some point in history, the Roman Empire was so huge that its influence was immense and far-reaching. But how did Roman grow from a small city to what historians believe as the greatest empire ever formed? Who engineered this growth? What were the...

In the late 1800s, America went through a series of changes. This book will focus on the changes seen to architecture and entertainment. The first chapter will talk about how the American cities looked like in the late 1800s. Read about the construction...

When you visit western US today, you might see cattle everywhere. But did you know that cattle was not endemic to these parts? Cattle was introduced to the US by the Spanish conquistadors and cowboys drove them to the West. Follow the history of early...

Up until 1350 A.D., about two-thirds of the world's gold was supplied by West Africa. What changed that? In order to answer that question, you first need to know which West African civilizations flourished because of gold and its many natural resources...

Three countries colonized the Americas - The Spanish, English and French. Each introduced their own language, customs and architecture to the Americas. Their influences remained even after the end of their colonization. This book will take you to...

America in the 1920s was focused on returning to normalcy after the rage of the war. This book will give you all the facts to evaluate the country's return to normalcy. You will also read about the problems that haunted the country at the time, such as...

This time, give your seventh grader the chance to understand the lives of soldiers and civilians during the American Civil War. Investigate the contributions of women as well as the African Americans, who were considered the minority. Also, learn about...

Discover the main characteristics of American society during the Jackson Era. Learn about the causes of the Second Great Awakening and its effects on American culture. Read about the influence and work by reformers Horace Mann and Dorothea Dix in the...

At the end of this book, you should be able to identify the reasons why European explorers left their homeland to search for other lands. Read about the conditions of their travels and what they did once they reached America. How did they proceed with...

The Shang Dynasty is best known for the innovations that came out during this time period. This book will highlight some of the Shang Dynasty's most significant contributions that have shaped the modern world. In particular, you will be reading about how...

Get into the details of why the British colonies were established in America. How did they survive in a foreign land? What relationship did they have with the natives? At the end of this book, you should have enough knowledge to decide whether colonies...

There was a total of thirteen colonies established in the early history of the America. In this book, you will read about the way of life of each of these thirteen colonies. You will also learn how the community within each colony was structured. Step...

Before successful colonies were established, there were trial and errors. In this book, your child will understand what aspects of English colonization were results of various trial and errors. To create a better scenario of understanding, examples used...

We now know that Ancient Greece gave birth to democracy. But did you know that before that happened, there was tyranny? This book explores the progression of Greece's form of government from a monarchy, oligarchy, tyranny and finally democracy. Read...

After the Louisiana Purchase, the land size of the United States doubled! Goods that were being produced in one part of the country need to get to the other part the soonest possible time. By the 1830s, the steam engine was introduced and it cemented the...

In this book, you will learn about the events that led to the eventual outbreak of the Civil War. Read about the south's secession from the Union and its effects. Review the significance of the formation of the Confederate States of America as well as...

President Lincoln had a very difficult job. The American Civil War happened during his term because the southern states seceded from the United States. After the war, he had to deal with tedious work of Reconstruction. The first chapter of this book...