A biography of George Washington from his boyhood in Virginia, through his work as a land surveyor, planter, soldier, and as the president who set a high standard for all who would follow.

The United States entered World War II after a surprise attack by the Japanese on December 7, 1941. U.S. officials feared that Japanese Americans would betray their country and help Japan. Nearly 120,000 Japanese Americans were taken from their homes and moved into relocation centers, which some viewed as concentration camps. The internees, backed by many other Americans, believed that their fundamental rights as U.S. citizens had been denied. Years...

A biography of the thirty-sixth president of the United States, discussing his personal life, education, and political career.

Describes the history, geography, ecology, people, economy, cities, and sights of the state of Illinois, and includes ideas for classroom assignments.

Discusses the history, geography, and people of Kenya as well as the country's rich culture and traditions and its beautiful natural areas.

Explores the land, people, history, economy, and travel opportunities of the state of Rhode Island.

Explores the land, people, history, economy, and travel opportunities of the state of South Dakota.

Describes the geography, plants, animals, history, economy, language, religions, culture, sports, arts, and people of Malaysia.

"Lets readers experience the Korean War from multiple perspectives, allowing them to choose different paths through history"--

In the 13th century, under the leadership of Chinggis Khan and his descendants, the Mongols quickly built an empire that stretched from Korea to eastern Europe the largest continuous area of land ever controlled by one ruling family. The rise of the Mongols marked the last major clash between nomadic and sedentary cultures. They united Eurasia in a truly international trading system, encouraged new forms of communication, and demonstrated the value...