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The Aztec Empire
The Aztecs developed an amazing culture unknown to the Western world. Their religion, language, and accomplishments have made them some of the most well known empires of history. Learn about the rise and fall of the Aztecs in this exciting book full of primary sources.
The Chinese Empire
China is one of the world’s oldest civilizations. It invented paper, writing, and printing, and today it is one of the world’s fastest-growing countries. Its history is vast, with many conflicts and characters, who have helped shape the country into its current state. China is a world leader in business and has a successful economy. This book describes China and explains how it became the nation it is today.
The British Empire
Discover why they say “the sun never sets on the British Empire!” Find out about the many conquests of the British and learn about the colonization of Africa, India, and the New World. Learn about the monarchy, parliament, and more!
Elizabeth I of England vs. Mary, Queen of Scots
British monarch Elizabeth Is long reign is remembered as a period of stability for England. Yet, her relationship with her cousin, Mary, Queen of Scots, was contentious at best, leading to a fatal ending for one of the monarchs. This intrigue-filled volume transports readers into the throne rooms of Europe during the 16th century, where theyll learn of shifting lines of succession, clashes between religions, and assassination plots. Actual quotes from the rulers themselves as well as stunning portraits and paintings mark the pages of this well-designed book, and a timeline summarizes the essential events of this historical rivalry.
Business and Big Data
The fast-paced and profitable world of business involves important information, such as big data. This kind of information can be helpful for businesses, but it can also be used in ways that are not ethical. The informative and age-appropriate main text discusses shady business practices, fraudulent banking, multinationals, industrial espionage, and big data’s influence in retail and advertising. Eye-catching, full-color photographs, informational sidebars, and fun fact boxes are included to provide readers with a more complete understanding of how business practices impact their lives.
Nat Turner's Slave Rebellion
Nathaniel Nat Turner was a black slave who led a rebellion in the American South in the summer of 1831. A charismatic leader, Turner gathered about 75 slaves to his cause. By the time the insurrection was suppressed, more than 100 were dead, and Turner was hanged. In the aftermath, laws were passed to prevent the education of slaves and a deeper schism opened between abolitionists and slaveholders. The rebellion was truly a harbinger of the bloody events to come. This significant story of pre-Civil War America is the focus of this comprehensive volume, a valuable support for social studies curricula.
Intelligence Agencies
Whose job is it to keep international secrets hidden and gather information in secretive ways? Readers are exposed to the exciting, and sometimes controversial, world of intelligence agencies in this detailed text. Intelligence agencies, such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Central Intelligence Agency, are covered in this engaging main text, which is supplemented with eye-catching, full-color photographs, helpful fact boxes, and fact-filled sidebars. Readers also learn about how these agencies manage spies, propaganda, and incoming threats.
The Seminole Wars
The Seminole Wars were comprised of three separate clashes between the United States and the Seminole Indians of Florida between 1817 and 1858. The first touched off when the US Army invaded Seminole territory in order to capture fugitive slaves living among the native people. The Seminoles were pushed farther and farther south into Florida. Ultimately, the Seminoles lost their land and Florida became American territory opened up for white settlers. This well-researched narrative provides essential facts about an important chapter in the history of Native Americans in the growing United States.
The Raid on Harpers Ferry
No study of the American Civil War is complete without an understanding of the events that unfolded in Harpers Ferry, Virginia, in 1859. Abolitionist John Brown became a martyr to many through his raid on the federal arsenal there, in support of a slave rebellion. But he became a reviled enemy to those opposed to abolition. This in-depth account provides many fascinating details of the planning of the raid, such as Browns attempt to recruit Frederick Douglass to the cause. It also explains the aftershocks of the attack in a nation truly on the brink of war.
Ulysses S. Grant vs. Robert E. Lee
General Ulysses S. Grant led the North's Union army to victory, but Confederate general Robert E. Lee proved time and again he was a brilliant military strategist. Readers may be surprised at what they don't know about these two historic American Civil War leaders. For example, Lee was offered command of the Union armies, and Grant was once thought not fit for military duty at all. Readers will review battles that decided the conflict and consider the heavy toll of the deadly war. Vivid paintings, photographs, and illustrations bring this time period to life, while interesting quotations offer primary-source recollections of the topic, an essential part of the elementary social studies and history curriculum.
