History

Everyday Life: Ancient Times. When we think of ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome and Mesopotamia, we might think of pyramids, Plato, Julius Caesar, and the Hanging Gardens of Babylon. But what about everyday life? Family, fun, work, medicine and architecture are some of the elements explored. 96 pages. consumable. Grades 6-8.

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Everyday Life: Colonial Times. Here's the story of how people lived in colonial America, told in a vivid anecdotal narrative that kids can read and enjoy on their own. Other titles available in this series. Softcover 96 pages. Recommended for grades 4-6.

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Everyday Life: Communication with cross-curricular activities in each chapter. Who can imagine a life without newspapers, televisions, or telephones? This book traces the evolution of communication from smoke signals to computers, showing how achievements in communication have affected and changed the lives of people everywhere. Other titles available in this series. Softcover 92 pages. Recommended for grades 4-8.

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Everyday Life: Immigration with cross-curricular activities in each chapter. Here's the complete story of each wave of immigration from colonial times to the present. Includes: why they came, how they traveled, what happened when they got here, and the risks they took to realize the American Dream. Other titles available in this series. Softcover 92 pages. Recommended for grades 4-6.

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Everyday Life: Inventions with cross-curricular activities in each chapter. In this captivating chronicle, kids will learn about some of the inventions that helped shape the history and character of our country. Kids will see how to progress in such fields have been made. Other titles available in this series. Softcover 94 pages. Recommended for grades 4-6.

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Everyday Life: Middle Ages. Learn about castles and moats, knights and jousts, the Crusades, and the bubonic plague. Being a knight wasn't as fun as you might think! Inter-curricular activities and puzzles follow each chapter to enhance language arts, math and critical thinking skills. 96 pages. Consumable. Grades 6-8.

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Everyday Life: Reconstruction to 1900 with cross-curricular activities in each chapter. Here's a period of history critical to our development as a nation and world power, full of fascination events and interesting developments. Softcover 92 pages. Other titles available in this series. Recommended for grades 4-8.

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Everyday Life: Reform in America with cross-curricular activities in each chapter. A vivid narrative brings historic reform movements to life for today's students. Explore the reasons for reform in America, meet the leaders of the movements, appreciate the perseverance required, and assess the success of reform. Other titles available in this series. Softcover 100 pages. Recommended for grades 4-6. Learn More

Everyday Life: Renaissance. Share the excitement of the arts and sciences and the achievements of Renaissance artists, writers, scientists, and explorers. Students will learn about the religious upheaval of the 1500s, investigate scientific breakthroughs, and join major explorations. 96 pages. Consumable. grades 6-8.

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Everyday Life: Revolutionary War with cross-curricular activities in each chapter. Here's the story of the birth of our nation, from the beginning of unrest in 1763, through the first shots, to the signing of the Constitution of the United States, told in a vivid anecdotal narrative that students can read and enjoy on their own. The Revolutionary War is about more than battles. The focus of the book is on people - how they felt, how they reacted, and how they coped with the war and the years immediately following. Other titles available in this series. Softcover 92 pages. Recommended for grades 4-6.

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Everyday Life: The Civil War with cross-curricular activities in each chapter. In this captivating chronicle, kids will learn about everyday life - both on the home-front and the battlefield - during one of the most trying times in our nation's history. Told in an easy to read, anecdotal narrative that kids can read and enjoy on their own, the Civil War comes to life with stories and illustrations about a typical soldier's life, the contributions of African American soldiers, and the role of women during the war. Other titles available in this series. Softcover 92 pages. Recommended for grades 4-8.

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Everyday Life: The Frontier with cross-curricular activities in each chapter. Here's the story of how people lived in Frontier America, told in a vivid anecdotal narrative that kids can read and enjoy on their own. Other titles available in this series. Softcover 92 pages. Recommended for grades 4-6.

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Everyday Life: Transportation with cross-curricular activities in each chapter. From traveling by foot and horseback in colonial times to blasting off at Cape Canaveral, Americans have always been a people on the go. This book tells the story of almost every means of transportation used in America's history, relating developments in an easy to read, anecdotal narrative that kids can read and enjoy on their own. Other titles available in this series. Softcover 92 pages. Recommended for grades 4-8.

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The frenzied search for gold and the territorial rivalries of European monarchs provided the necessary catalysts for much early exploration and colonization in the New World. This entertaining and educational coloring book recreates detailed pictures of many key moments—when European explorers and settlers left historical footprints on the North American continent. Thirty–nine realistically rendered line drawings — many of them double-page spreads — depict historic events that span centuries of exploration — from the arrival of the Vikings in Vinland (ca. 1000 A.D.) to the establishment of colonies in Virginia, Maryland and Massachusetts, and the exploration of the American Far West by Zebulon Pike and Jedediah Smith. Among the scenes captured by artist Peter Copeland are Columbus' ship Ni̴ña anchored off the Bahamian coast (1492), John Cabot exploring Canada's east coast (1497), Ponce de León in Florida (1513), Verrazano exploring the middle Atlantic coast (1524), Cortés' conquest of Mexico and overthrow of the Aztec empire (1519), Coronado exploring the Southwest (1540-1542), Francis Drake in California before completing his round-the-world voyage (1577-1580), the ill-fated Roanoke colony (1584-1587), Samuel de Champlain establishing the first permanent French colony in North America (1608) and 30 other excellent illustrations.

A fact-filled introduction and informative captions complete this carefully researched resource that will be welcomed by colorists, students, parents, teachers, and adventure-lovers of all ages.

Dover Original.

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Bring history to life for students in grades 6–12 using Exploration, Revolution, and Constitution! This 128-page book is perfect for independent study or use as a tutorial aid. It explores history, geography, and social studies with activities that involve critical thinking, writing, and technology. The book includes topics such as the land of the Vikings, Christopher Columbus, colonial life, the Boston Tea Party, and patriots. It also includes vocabulary words, time lines, maps, and reading lists. Aligned to Common Core State Standards, NCSS standards and national and Canadian provincial standard Learn More

With consultancy from a real Park Ranger, this must-have treasure for nature lovers, organized by region, offers detailed history, flora and fauna, and not-to-be missed sights and experiences, as well as information on what to pack for camping and hiking, environmental issues, endangered animals, park protection, and more.

Ages 7+

96 pages

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Bring history to life for students in grades 5 and up using Explorers of the New World! This 64-page book focuses on the journey that led to the beginning of American history. The book covers explorers such as Vasco de Gama, Christopher Columbus, Hernando Cortés, Ferdinand Magellan, Jacques Cartier, and Hernando de Soto. It includes reproducible activities, questions, biographies, discussions, time lines, biographical sketches, puzzles, and a complete answer key. By Carson Dellosa/Mark Twain Media

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Forced into hiding at the age of thirteen, her diary reveals what life was like for her and her Jewish family during the Second World War, and continues to inspire people all over the world.

ages 7-11

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Witness the exciting world of the medieval castle, from the dramatic methods used to defend and attack castles to what life was really like for the people living inside its mighty battlements. Part of the DK Eyewitness series. Hardcover 72 pages. Learn More

Be an eyewitness to the American struggle for independence. Discover how a few brave patriots battled a great empire, plus see the muskets and cannons of the armies, learn how soldiers were drilled, and find out why Yorktown was not the of the Revolution. Each revised Eyewitness book retains the stunning artwork and photography from the groundbreaking original series, but the text has been reduced and reworked to speak more clearly to younger readers. Still on every colorful page: Vibrant annotated photographs and the integrated text-and-pictures approach that makes Eyewitness a perennial favorite of parents, teachers, and school-age kids. Paperback.. 72 pages. Ages. 8-12. From DK Eyewitness Learn More

Discover the history of Imperial China - from the Great Wall to the days of the last emperor Here is a spectacular and informative guide to the history of the great Chinese empire and the customs and traditions of its people. Stunning real-life photographs and lifelike models offer a unique "eyewitness" view of life in imperial China, from its earliest beginnings in the Bronze Age to its final days in the early years of the 20th century. See the stunning bronze work of the ancient Chinese, an early irrigation machine, a set of antique acupuncture needles, the beautiful implements used for Chinese calligraphy. Learn why the First Emperor created the terra-cotta army, what kinds of goods were carried along the Silk Route, who invented paper, how a Chinese house was constructed, why tombs were filled with pottery figures, and what a civil servant's job entailed. Discover why emperors were known as Sons of Heaven, what kinds of weapons were used in early battles, why families worshiped their ancestors, how fishermen used bivas to catch fish, and much, much more. Learn More

For over 25 years, DK's Eyewitness books have been the most trusted nonfiction series in classrooms, libraries, and homes around the world.

In summer 2014 this award-winning series will get a fresh new look both inside and out.

The introduction of paperback editions, eye-catching jackets, and updated interiors ensure that the Eyewitness series will continue to be relevant in the ever-changing world of education and remain the go-to source for homework help, research projects, reluctant readers, ESL students, and, as always, to satisfy the minds of curious kids.

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Watch the past come to life in Eyewitness: Ancient Greece. From their myths and gods, to the first Olympics to the trial and execution of Socrates — explore the history, daily life, beliefs, and achievements of this amazing civilization, whose influence can still be seen today. See how Greek soldiers fought in battle, discover who the heroes were, and learn about the culture and festivals celebrated throughout this relevant era. Paperback Learn More

Eyewitness: Ancient Rome, travel back in time and discover one of history's most remarkable civilizations — from its vast empire and astounding engineering feats to the menu at a Roman dinner party. Explore the inside of the Colosseum and the battles that were fought within. Images and supported text throughout the book showcase the pottery, weapons, and other objects Ancient Romans left behind, the architecture they created, the gods they worshiped, family life, transportation, travel, trade, and more, giving an eyewitness account of this incredible empire. Each book retains the stunning artworks and photography from the groundbreaking original series, but the text has been reduced and reworked to speak more clearly to younger readers. Still on every colorful page: Vibrant annotated photographs and the integrated text-and-pictures approach that makes Eyewitness a perennial favorite of parents, teachers, and school-age kids. 72 pages. From DK Books. Learn More