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Welcome to Russia! Look at the fairy-tale castles of Moscow. Search forests for endangered Siberian tigers. Learn about the people, places, and traditions of the world's largest country.

Flying combat missions in wartime is always dangerous. But imagine doing so in a slow, rickety biplane, at night, with no lights or navigational equipment of any kind. Sound impossible? It wasn't for the Soviet Night Witches. This unit of incredibly brave women flew hundreds of missions to attack German forces on the front lines during World War II. Learn all about these brave women and how their skill and courage in battle helped defeat the Nazis to win the war.

Isn’t it amazing, how even the littlest things can cause the biggest change? An example would be the Women’s March on Versailles. They were mothers and homemakers who marched the streets demanding bread for their families. This basic family demand became the symbol of one of the earliest and most significant events of the French Revolution. Listen to this audiobook to learn more about the Women's March on Versailles!

Is your third grader having trouble in US history? Then maybe the traditional textbooks are too heavy in facts. Use alternative learning materials to boost interest and learning. This audiobook includes details on The 13 British Colonies in the United States.

Can you believe how differences can create a war that lasts for 100 years? In this history audiobook, you’ll be listening to everything you need to know about the Hundred Years War. You’ll be learning why it happened, who the main personalities were, and how it ended.

The Ottoman Empire was one of the most popular empires in history. This audiobook will discuss the many facts of the Ottoman Empire, along with the notable achievements achieved during its time. Learning about history is not just about memorizing names and dates. It’s also about appreciating the events of the past. Grab a copy today!

Different countries carry revolutions differently. You probably know how Americans carried theirs, but do you know how the Russian Revolution went? If not, then this is the audiobook to listen to. It discusses important facts that will help create an overall picture of the key players and events that brought about change in the Russian leadership and society. Start listening today!

Learn about the French Revolution with one historical fact at a time. When learning history, it’s important to first establish who the main characters were and how they influenced the events that shaped the past. By breaking facts down into pieces, it’ll become easier to digest its totality. So learn history the best way possible. Listen to this audiobook today!

The ancient Greeks are known today for their achievements in science, mathematics, and philosophy. This book will give you an idea on the society that produced some of the world’s most beloved thinkers. History will paint a picture of the past in the hopes of transferring skills, like analysis and decision making, to today’s active learners. Grab a copy now!

An der Schule der vier Wissensprofis finden in diesem Jahr ganz besondere Exkursionstage statt. Unter dem Motto "Auf den Spuren des alten Roms" geht es auf Klassenfahrt nach Italien. Jette, Finn, Ben und Lilli tüfteln eine Stadtrallye für die anderen Kinder aus. Sie treffen einen Historiker, der dem Leben in der römischen Armee auf den Grund geht. Außerdem besuchen die vier römische Bauten und Schutzanlagen und erfahren jede Menge über das Leben der Menschen im alten Rom.

Today, Pompeii is a place of archaeological wonder. It is littered with bodies of humans in casts, locked in their final pose prior to death. Let’s review how Pompeii came to be a museum of people buried alive. What happened centuries ago? What did archaeologists find out about Pompeii? Learn the answers and more in this book today!

Open your eyes to the truth behind the Reign of Terror. Of course, there won’t be pretty sights during these trying times, but focus instead on the bravery of those who fought for what they believed in. Looking into past battles will help children better appreciate the freedom experienced today. What realization will your sixth-grader have after listening to this audiobook?

This book will not just tell you who built the Berlin Wall, because it will also tell you why and how. Becoming aware of these bits of information will help create the general picture of what transpired in Berlin so many years ago. Learn about history by listening to one book at a time. Start with this copy today!

The Storming of the Bastille is said to be the official start of the French Revolution. In this history book, you’re going to learn about the events that led to the uprising of the French. Learning about historical facts will help you to create a full picture of the past, especially the struggles and victories. So go ahead and grab a copy of this book today!

The purpose of this book is not to point out the faults that led to the collapse of the Soviet Union. Rather, it is to provide historical facts that will lead to an understanding of what and what not to do in order to thrive as a country. History is not just about dates, names, and events. It is also about truths and the stories of those who lived it.

Before there were machines, every product had to be done manually. Even handling of dangerous substances were done by humans without proper protection. This resulted in a lot of health problems, but people didn’t care because they were given jobs. So when the machines were introduced, millions of lives changed.

History books tell us that certain events happened and leaders were involved. However, this history book will tell us the outcomes of the Industrial Revolution that can still be felt today. The steam engine and transportation are only some of the legacies of the IR. Would you like to know more? Then listen to this book today!

The Romans sure did a lot of thinking and working back in the time, because their results are still felt today. They even thought of the basic laws that we know and follow today....

In literature, knights always have their gallant steeds to accompany them. But sometimes, literature can be wrong, or it could have a mix of imagination. In this nonfiction book, we're going to take a peek into the real world of real knights. Be ready for some surprising facts! Open this book today!

Religion and divinity are at two ends of the rope but somehow, both survived during the Middle Ages. Sure, there were stories about witchcraft and sorcery, but Christianity still prospered. In this history book, we're going to study how religion shifted people’s perception about the role of divinity in societies.