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  • Voices of the Titanic: A Titanic Book for Kids

    Mary Montero

    Paperback (Rockridge Press, Nov. 19, 2019)
    Learn the story of the world’s most famous ship―from people who were actually thereVoices of the Titanic is a standout among Titanic books for kids that will give you insights into the disaster like never before. Take a new look at the sinking of the RMS Titanic through the eyes of the heroes and the cowards, the wealthy and the poor, the survivors and those who went down with the ship.In one of the best Titanic books for kids, you’ll read the stories of real passengers and how they found their place on board. Of all the Titanic books for kids, the fascinating accounts and tantalizing tales in this one will keep you captivated for hours.This standout among Titanic books for kids includes:20 personalities―Read 20 mini-biographies of people who were aboard the ship on its fateful voyage with one of the most unique Titanic books for kids.Range of people―The stories come from notable people like Captain Edward John Smith, “The Unsinkable” Margaret Brown, and third-class passenger Daniel Buckley.Learn more―Enjoy sidebars that contain lesser-known facts about the Titanic like the fourth steam funnel being for looks and non-functional or why the lookouts didn’t have binoculars.Discover inside tales and unknown histories of passengers from all walks of life that you won’t find in other Titanic books for kids.
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  • Voices of Ordinary Heroes: A World War II Book for Kids

    Kelly Milner Halls

    Paperback (Rockridge Press, Aug. 18, 2020)
    20 Remarkable stories about everyday heroes during World War II Wars like World War II brings stories of common people doing extraordinary things. Voices of Ordinary Heroes, a standout among World War 2 books for kids ages 8-12, introduces you to 20 unforeseen heroes who showed bravery and helped others when it appeared all hope was lost. This top choice among World War 2 books for kids gives you a glimpse of World War II through the tales of a variety of regular citizens, like a singer who doubled as a spy against the Nazis, or a nurse on the island of Luzon who walked 20 miles through the mountains to help wounded women and children. These incredible stories of bravery, selflessness, and courage will inspire and motivate you. Voices of Ordinary Heroes includes: A brief history lesson―Learn the who, what, when, where, and why of World War II. Fantastic facts―Helpful fun facts provide even more information on every story in one of the most comprehensive World War 2 books for kids. Put faces to stories―Photos, quotes, and more make this one of the most engaging World War 2 books for kids. Go beyond other World War 2 books for kids with Voices of Ordinary Heroes.
  • Voices of Young Heroes: A World War 2 Book for Kids

    Kelly Milner Halls

    Paperback (Rockridge Press, Aug. 4, 2020)
    20 Extraordinary stories of unlikely World War 2 heroes―written for kids When any nation goes to war, we hear heroic stories from the frontlines. From foot soldiers and ship captains to fighter pilots and medics, there are infinite tales of unbelievable bravery, heroism, and sacrifice. However, not all heroes served on the front. In this important selection among World War 2 books for kids (ages 8-12), you’ll learn 20 unique stories of kids and teens who experienced World War II and helped good prevail over evil. In one of the more educational World War 2 books for kids, you’ll discover real-life tales of 12-year old American Jack Lucas, who faked his age in order to fight, Helmuth Hübener refusing to fall in with the Nazis, and Anne Frank, the Jewish girl who inspired generations with her diary. Become inspired by those and more fascinating stories from brave young members of that generation. This standout among World War 2 books for kids includes: World War 2 overview―Get a quick overview of the history of World War 2, including why it happened, who was involved, its major events, and the outcome. From the source―Each profile in this outstanding selection in World War 2 books for kids features quotes from the kids who were actually there. Amazing facts―Ready for an exciting new learning experience in World War 2 books for kids? The sidebars offer captivating facts about the war you may not have known about before. World War 2 books for kids should be enlightening and engaging―Voices of Young Heroes is exactly that.
  • History Speaks : Legislative Branch of the Government

    Julia Hargrove

    Paperback (Teaching and Learning Company, Nov. 15, 2000)
    How are the rules made? What is Congress' role? What are the differences between the two Houses? Students discover the answers as they participate in challenging activities, simulate a mock Congress and examine historical documents.
  • Annie Shapiro and the Clothing Workers' Strike

    Marlene Targ Brill, Jamel Akib

    Paperback (Kar-Ben Pub, Aug. 1, 2010)
    Life wasnt easy for Annie Shapiro and the other clothing workers in Chicago in 1910., At first no one took seventeen-year-old Annie seriously when she walked out of work. But her brave act sparked a strike that grew include to forty thousand workers. Would bosses ever listen to workers? Would months of striking really lead to better conditions?
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