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Jackie Robinson and the Integration of ball
Scott Simon
Hardcover (Wiley, Aug. 30, 2002)An extraordinary book . . . invitingly written and brisk.--Chicago Tribune""Perhaps no one has ever told the tale [of Robinson's arrival in the major leagues] so well as [Simon] does in this extended essay.""--The Washington Post Book World""Scott Simon tells a compelling story of risk and sacrifice, profound ugliness and profound grace, defiance and almost unimaginable courage. This is a meticulously researched, insightful, beautifully written book, one that should be read, reread, and remembered.""--Laura Hillenbrand, author of the New York Times bestseller SeabiscuitThe integration of baseball in 1947 had undeniable significance for the civil rights movement and American history. Thanks to Jackie Robinson, a barrier that had once been believed to be permanent was shattered--paving the way for scores of African Americans who wanted nothing more than to be granted the same rights as any other human being.In this book, renowned broadcaster Scott Simon reveals how Robinson's heroism brought the country face-to-face with the question of racial equality. From his days in the army to his ascent to the major leagues, Robinson battled bigotry at every turn. Simon deftly traces the journey of the rookie who became Rookie of the Year, recalling the taunts and threats, the stolen bases and the slides to home plate, the trials and triumphs. Robinson's number, 42, has been retired by every club in major league baseball--in homage to the man who had to hang his first Brooklyn Dodgers uniform on a hook rather than in a locker.
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Women's Suffrage Movement
Veronica B. Wilkins
Paperback (Jump!, Inc., Jan. 1, 2020)"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the causes, main events, key players, and lasting impacts of the women's suffrage movement. Interesting photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about this important period in American history. An infographic enhances understanding of the women's suffrage movement, and What Do You Think? sidebars encourage deeper inquiry. A timeline highlights key events and dates. Women's Suffrage Movement also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. Women's Suffrage Movement is part of Jump!'s Turning Points in U.S. History series" --
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The Montgomery Bus Boycott
Dennis Brindell Fradin
Library Binding (Benchmark Books, Sept. 1, 2009)Covers the Montgomery bus boycott as a watershed event in U.S. history, influencing social, economic, and political policies that shaped the nation's future.
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North American Indian Wars
Don Nardo
Library Binding (Greenhaven Pr, March 1, 1999)Essays discuss cultural differences between Native Americans and early white settlers, and look at warfare, forced relocation, exploitation, and current attempts at restitution
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Scientists Who Changed the World
Philip Wilkinson, Michael Pollard, Robert R. Ingpen
Library Binding (Chelsea House Pub, June 1, 1994)Profiles discoveries, inventions, and the people behind them
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The Cuban Missile Crisis
Charlie Samuels
Paperback (Gareth Stevens Classroom, Jan. 1, 2014)Examines the October 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis, the Cold War standoff in which the United States and the Soviet Union--and the world--narrowly escaped nuclear war.
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The Stamp Act of 1765
Dennis Brindell Fradin
Library Binding (Benchmark Books, Sept. 1, 2009)"Covers the Stamp Act of 1765 as a watershed event in U.S. history, influencing social, economic, and political policies that shaped the nation's future"--Provided by publisher.
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The Assassination of Julius Caesar
George Ochoa
Library Binding (Silver Burdett Pr, Oct. 1, 1991)Examines the life and violent death of the Roman general and statesman who founded a line of emperors to inherit his power and his name
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The Trail of Tears
Dennis Brindell Fradin
Library Binding (Benchmark Books, Sept. 1, 2007)Describes the events leading up to the removal of the Cherokee from their homelands, the hardships faced on the Trail of Tears, the challenges of the new territory in Oklahoma, and the Cherokee nation today.
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The Declaration of Independence
Dennis B. Fradin
Library Binding (Benchmark Books, Aug. 15, 2006)Examines the political situation in America at the time of the troubles between England and her colonies there and describes how the Declaration of Independence was written and accepted.
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Women's Suffrage Movement
Veronica B. Wilkins
Library Binding (Jump!, Inc., Jan. 1, 2020)"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the causes, main events, key players, and lasting impacts of the women's suffrage movement. Interesting photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about this important period in American history. An infographic enhances understanding of the women's suffrage movement, and What Do You Think? sidebars encourage deeper inquiry. A timeline highlights key events and dates. Women's Suffrage Movement also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. Women's Suffrage Movement is part of Jump!'s Turning Points in U.S. History series" --
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The Boston Tea Party
Dennis Brindell Fradin
Library Binding (Benchmark Books, Sept. 1, 2007)Fradin, Dennis Brindell
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