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The mythic origin stories of the Grand Canyon and the Native American tribes who live in and near it.

Colette writes to her cousin, Philip, in the United States about the development of the Statue of Liberty.

Here is the story of eight-year-old Laurie's experience attending the 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom.

In the 1950s, African American leaders used the nation's laws and courts to confirm black citizens' rights. This audiobook explores how America's schools finally became desegregated.

Un vívido relato de ficción histórica sobre el activismo comunitario que dio lugar a la construcción del Parque Chicano de San Diego, hogar de la colección de murales al aire libre más grande de los Estados Unidos, ejemplo de la rica historia de resistencia y resiliencia de la comunidad...

Little Moon There Are No Stars Tonight was four years old when armed federal agents showed up at her home and took her from her family. Under the authority of the government, she was sent away to a boarding school specifically created to strip her of her Ponca culture and teach her the ways of white society. Little Moon was one of thousands of Indigenous children forced to attend these schools across America and give up everything they'd ever known: family, friends, toys, clothing, food, customs, even their language.

George Washington hated having his portrait painted, but as president of the United States, he knew his image needed to live on. This nonfiction picture book explores how artist Gilbert Stuart created Washington’s most lasting and recognized portrait—the one that’s used on the one-dollar bill.

A New York Times bestseller! From New York Times bestselling author Jared Cohen comes an encouraging and engaging debut children’s book that brings United States history to life through forty-five compelling presidential quotes, demonstrating the power of words and inspiring hope for the...

A New York Times bestseller! From #1 New York Times bestselling author, Pulitzer Prize winner, and leading historian Doris Kearns Goodwin comes an essential middle grade guide to Presidents Abraham Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, Franklin Roosevelt, and Lyndon Johnson and how they became leaders...

From the intrusion of white settlers into Lakota territory, to the treaties signed with the U.S. government, and to the many subsequent battles, Red Cloud explains how the Lakota became the only nation to win a war against the U.S. Army on American soil. However, unlike fellow warriors Crazy Horse and Sitting Bull, Red Cloud eventually came to accept the inevitable advance of white civilization. He submitted to change and moved his followers onto a reservation.

Born into slavery around 1864, my name is Carver’s George because Carver was my owner. For some reason, my name may change in the future.

In Blood Brother, the first biography about Jonathan Daniels for young adults, Rich Wallace and Sandra Neil Wallace put their investigative reporting skills to the test. They located the teenagers who protested alongside Daniels, unearthed never-before-published private journals, and uncovered the previously unknown roles Jonathan played in major civil rights events. Weaving a fast-paced, heart-pounding account of the danger Daniels faced and the depth of his activism, this is a passionate and inspiring portrait of an unsung freedom fighter whose story must be told.

Dive into the fun and excitement of Independence Day with Stars and Stripes! This engaging and educational book is designed especially for kids aged 7-12, blending history, crafts, recipes, and interactive activities to make the 4th of July a truly memorable holiday.

Until now, you've only heard one side of the story, about migrants crossing borders, drawn to the promise of a better life. In reality, Mexicans were on this land long before any borders existed. Here's the true story of America, from the Mexican American perspective. A SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL...

Myths! Lies! Secrets! Uncover the hidden truth about the Salem Witch Trials in the hit History Smashers nonfiction series. Perfect for fans of the I Survived books and Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales. A SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR In 1692, a few paranoid Puritans accused their...

La historia de Estados Unidos es un relato de hombres y mujeres cuya influencia ha sido desproporcionada en la formación del país. Son personas con grandes sueños que, incluso frente a adversidades insuperables, lograron generar cambios cuyos efectos aún resonan en nuestros días. Abraham Lincoln, por ejemplo, redefinió el futuro de una nación con su liderazgo durante la Guerra Civil, mientras que Clara Barton fundó la Cruz Roja Americana, revolucionando la atención en emergencias. Ambos son ejemplos de cómo la determinación y la valentía pueden moldear la historia.

A lo largo de la historia de la cultura mexicana, se ha contado la leyenda del nopal. El nopal tiene orígenes de cientos años atrás, aunque muy pocos conocen la leyenda completa. Esta leyenda es muy importante para la cultura mexicana. A parte de que el nopal es ingrediente inolvidable en la gastronomía mexicana, el nopal es símbolo de fortaleza para todos los mexicanos, quienes la incluimos en nuestra bandera nacional.

On May 4, 1961, thirteen activists—black and white, young and old, male and female—board two buses in Washington, D.C., for New Orleans, Louisiana. Their Freedom Ride will last just twelve days. But their mission is clear. The laws prohibiting segregation on buses crossing state lines and at bus stations are being violated. These Freedom Riders are determined to draw attention to the laws’ lack of enforcement. But what starts as a peaceful protest turns violent as they travel deeper into the South. This is their story.

¡Hola, compañero! Prepárese para viajar en el tiempo hasta la época en que se descubrió América. Aprenderá todo sobre cómo se formaron los Estados Unidos de América y los acontecimientos más significativos de su historia. Se sorprenderá al descubrir todas las cosas increíbles que han dado forma a Estados Unidos hasta convertirlo en la nación que es hoy.

Football is the most popular sport in the United States. Athletes throughout history have set incredible records and used their skills to overcome challenges on the field. Discover facts about the NFL's biggest winners, record-setting players, and more in this fun, captivating book.