Books with author Kristin Marciniak

This book relays the factual details of the Oregon Trail and the United States' westward expansion in the 1800s. The narrative provides multiple accounts of the event, and readers learn details through the point of view of a pioneer, a Native American in a territory crossed by the trail, and a U.S. soldier at a government outpost. The text offers opportunities to compare and contrast various perspectives in the text while gathering and analyzing information about an historical event.

What's so great about Pennsylvania? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Keystone State! Explore Pennsylvania's big cities, mountains, rivers, and rich history. The Pennsylvania by Map feature shows where you'll find all the places covered in the book. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in Pennsylvania.

This book relays the factual details of the Salem witch trials that took place in colonial Massachusetts in the late 1600s. The narrative provides multiple accounts of the event, and readers learn details through the point of view of a minister, an accused witch, and an accuser. The text offers opportunities to compare and contrast various perspectives in the text while gathering and analyzing information about a historical event.

What's so great about Pennsylvania? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Keystone State! Explore Pennsylvania's big cities, mountains, rivers, and rich history. The Pennsylvania by Map feature shows where you'll find all the places covered in the book. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in Pennsylvania.

What's so great about Illinois? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Land of Lincoln! We'll explore Illinois's lively cities, historic parks, fun-filled museums, and fascinating history. The Illinois by Map feature shows where you’ll find all the places covered in the book. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in Illinois.

This book relays the factual details of the Oregon Trail and the United States' westward expansion in the 1800s. The narrative provides multiple accounts of the event, and readers learn details through the point of view of a pioneer, a Native American in a territory crossed by the trail, and a U.S. soldier at a government outpost. The text offers opportunities to compare and contrast various perspectives in the text while gathering and analyzing information about an historical event.

What's so great about Iowa? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Hawkeye State! We'll explore Iowa's refreshing lakes, friendly farms, bustling cities, and rich history. The Iowa by Map feature shows where you'll find all the places covered in the book. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in Iowa.

What's so great about Iowa? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Hawkeye State! We'll explore Iowa's refreshing lakes, friendly farms, bustling cities, and rich history. The Iowa by Map feature shows where you'll find all the places covered in the book. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in Iowa.

What's so great about Illinois? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Land of Lincoln! We'll explore Illinois's lively cities, historic parks, fun-filled museums, and fascinating history. The Illinois by Map feature shows where you’ll find all the places covered in the book. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in Illinois.

Why did colonists dump tea into the Boston harbor? Why did the British government cling to the 13 colonies with such force? Why did the French and Spanish lend a helping hand to the colonies? From local rebellions to full-scale battles, The Revolutionary War: Why They Fought reveals the motivations behind the Revolutionary War from all sides. Go beyond names and dates and ask: what were they fighting for?

This book relays the factual details of the Salem witch trials that took place in colonial Massachusetts in the late 1600s. The narrative provides multiple accounts of the event, and readers learn details through the point of view of a minister, an accused witch, and an accuser. The text offers opportunities to compare and contrast various perspectives in the text while gathering and analyzing information about a historical event.