Books published by publisher Enslow Elementary

In 1775, the British arrived in Lexington, Massachusetts. Colonial minutemen were waiting for them. Although the Revolutionary War lasted for several years, the first shots fired at Lexington and Concord began the American colonists’ fight for independence. Author Elaine Landau invites readers to make the important decisions during the colonies first battles against the British.

Paul Robeson proved his prowess on the football field and excelled in college and law school in an era that offered few opportunities to African Americans. He won international acclaim as a singer and actor, but was blacklisted as a controversial political activist. Today, Robeson's legacy has reclaimed its rightful place in history. He is recognized for his astounding range of talents and his unwavering stature as a champion of civil rights.

A bug scurries across the floor in front of you. Or is it a bug at all? Do you know how to tell the difference between an insect and a spider? Learn the tips for telling which animal is which. Appealing color photographs and concise text make this book a must-read. Then take a closer look at the bugs in your world. And see if you can tell whether you’ve found an insect or a spider.

- Uses real stories about heroes to teach values- High-interest biographies encourage reading- Biographical information for report writers. Fills the need for biographies written in simple text and presented in readable type- Supports the Social Studies and English/Language Arts curricula- Illus. with color and black-and-white photographs- Contains a timeline, words to know, chapter notes, a further reading list, Internet addresses, and an index