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  • The Early Middle Ages

    James A. Corrick

    Library Binding (Lucent Books, Sept. 1, 1994)
    Traces the history of Europe from the fall of the Roman Empire in the late fifth century to the Viking invasions of the ninth and tenth centuries

  • Civil War

    James A. Corrick

    Hardcover (Lucent, Feb. 10, 2003)
    Follows the progress of the Civil War, from its beginnings that were fueled by differences in opinion about slavery, to the aftermath and lasting effects of the abolition of slavery.

  • The European Exploration of America

    Dan Nardo

    Library Binding (Morgan Reynolds Pub, Sept. 30, 2010)
    Looks at the history of the exploration of the Americas, from the early arrival of Native Americans and the medieval settlements of the Norse people in Newfoundland, to the arrival of Christopher Columbus and the new era of European exploration that he initiated.
    Z+

  • Religion and World Conflict: Holy Wars Throughout History

    Caroline Kennon

    Paperback (Lucent Books, Aug. 15, 2018)
    Religion has been at the heart of many wars and acts of violence throughout history. Why is this such a deep-rooted source of conflict around the world, and what can be done to foster peace between people of different religions instead? Readers are presented with these questions and more to challenge their critical-thinking skills as they learn about the relationship between religion and conflict, from ancient history to the Crusades to the rise of ISIS. Facts and opposing viewpoints are presented in the main text and sidebars, which are enhanced by the use of annotated quotations and primary sources.
    X

  • The Scientific Revolution: How Science and Technology Shaped the World

    Caroline Kennon

    Paperback (Lucent Books, Aug. 15, 2018)
    The Scientific Revolution is known as the time period when modern science was born. Without the people who made discoveries, theories, and inventions during this time, the world as we know it today would not exist. Readers are introduced to the figures, discoveries, and events that defined the Scientific Revolution through annotated quotes from historians and historical documents, primary sources, fact-filled sidebars, and a detailed timeline. As readers explore this essential social studies topic, they also learn the important connections that can be made between history and STEM, broadening their view of each topic--

  • Medieval World

    J. Bingham

    Paperback (Usborne Pub Ltd, May 31, 2004)
    From the big battles to kings and warriors, this book is filled with essential information about the medieval world. Follow the Crusades to the Holy Land, explore China with Marco Polo and visit the Mayan ball game.

  • Classical Civilization: India

    Kevin Cunningham

    Library Binding (Morgan Reynolds Pub, Jan. 1, 2014)
    Presents a history of classical Indus River civilizations and the fields in which they left a lasting impact on modern culture, including architecture, technology, literature, language, technology, and trade.
    Z+

  • The Islamic Empire

    Phyllis Corzine

    Hardcover (Lucent Books, Sept. 10, 2004)
    In The Islamic Empire, author Phyllis Corzine traces the development of the empire from its beginnings in the remote deserts of Arabia, to its lightning spread throughout the Middle East, to its expansion within a century to substantial parts of three continents, to the fall of its fabled capital city of Baghdad in 1258. The author uses numerous primary source quotations to recount the many artistic and scientific achievements of this brilliant empire and its lasting influence on Western Civilization.
    Z+

  • The Transatlantic Slave Trade

    Toney Allman

    Hardcover (Lucent, June 12, 2009)
    Describes the transatlantic slave trade, from its origins in the sixteenth century to its prohibition in the ninteenth century, focusing on the social, economical, and political impact the slave trade had on the world during that time.
    Y

  • Famous Fails!: Mighty Mistakes, Mega Mishaps, & How a Mess Can Lead to Success!

    Crispin Boyer

    Paperback (National Geographic Children's Books, Oct. 25, 2016)
    This fun book of quirky failures and famous flops will keep kids laughing while they learn the importance of messing up in order to get it right. Science, architecture, technology, entertainment -- there are epic fails and hilarious goof-ups from every important field. Silly side features help to analyze the failures: "Lesson Learned," "It Could be Worse!," "Losing Combinations," and a "Fail Scale" help readers navigate the different kinds and scopes of the mistakes made. Read to learn what went wrong, what went right, and what kids can learn from each failed attempt.
    R

  • Medieval Europe

    Don Nardo

    Library Binding (Morgan Reynolds Pub, Oct. 1, 2011)
    Presents a history of the Middle Ages, discussing such topics as the emergence of nation-states, the rise of urban life, the power of the Church, the Crusades, and the twin calamities of famine and the Black Death.
    Z

  • The Race for the North Pole and Robert Peary in World History

    Karen Clemens Warrick

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, Jan. 1, 2003)
    Describes the history of man's attempts to reach the North Pole, as well as the life and career of the Arctic explorer Robert Peary, who is credited with reaching the North Pole in 1909.