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Did you know that some of the heroes of the American Revolution were not military men? Take for instance the case of Paul Revere. Paul was a silversmith and engraver. He is well known for his midnight ride in order to alert the Colonia militia in 1775. He was very brave that he dared approach the British forces before the Battles of Lexington and Concord, too. Enjoy the listen!

You probably know about the story of John Smith and Pocahontas as told by Disney. This time, however, you will learn about the true story of John Smith. You will also study his involvement in the establishment of the Jamestown colony, which was the first English colony in America. Learn from his story. Have a good listen!

Julius Caesar may have been a “dictator”, but he was deeply loved by his people. Why is that? How come a Roman general and dictator is well-loved by everyone in the nation? This biography book will allow you to really know Julius Caesar and understand why he was loved. There are a lot of lessons to learn from this biography book. Start learning today!

Levi pants were once handcrafted to perfection. Those pants were created as powerful workwear that will survive the wear and tear of regular use. But this book is not about the fashion. It’s about the creator Levi Strauss. Learn about his decisions, inspirations, and motivations. Listen to this book today!

Let’s talk about the expeditions of Zebulon Pike. He was an American brigadier general and adventurer who explored the new Louisiana territory. Because of his significance contribution to the US expansion, the El Capitan mountain in Colorado was named after him - the Pikes Peak. Learn more about the life, times, and adventure of Zebulon Pike.

It was cold and snowy outside. Glenn hurried to his one-room school. It was his turn to start the fire in the wood-burning stove and make sure the classroom was warm and toasty for his classmates. But something went terribly wrong! After that fateful day, Glenn's life changed forever. But Glenn fought back and came out a winner!

George had a special gift. When the orchard got brown splotches, he used his gift. When the boll weevils were eating the cotton, he used his gift. And then, when the farmers needed his help, he used his gift again. George changed the world with his gift!

Listen about the story of Nicolaus Copernicus and how he challenged the church with his theory of heliocentrism. Be inspired by his brilliance and also learn about the theory that he developed, too. What an amazing book on biography and space this is! So, grab a copy and encourage your third grader to begin today.

Why do people hate Joseph Stalin as much as they hate Hitler? Listen on, and you'll know the answer soon! You want your child to learn about Stalin, because you want him/her to understand the thought process and why decisions were made that way. Yes, this is not an easy listen, but it’s very enlightening.

Who was the Red Barron? If he wasn’t a political figure or a celebrity, then why does he have a place in history books? What valuable contributions did he do? You will learn all about the Red Baron in this biography book for kids aged 9-12. What are your favorite details about him? Would you like to be the Red Barron, too?

Die Reihe "Abenteurer unserer Zeit" stellt euch bekannte historische Personen vor: Diese Folge erzählt euch von Billy The Kid, dem berühmt-berüchtigten Revolverhelden aus dem Wilden Westen.

James Naismith was a man of many talents. He was a physician, an innovator, a Christian chaplain, a physical educator, and a coach. But he is best known for being the inventor of today’s most widely played sports game - the basketball. Listen about the man who invented basketball. Learn how the game changed the sports landscape, first in North America and the world.

This book captivates readers by providing them with a visual or mental movie of the difficult voyages many African leaders and members of the Diaspora, such as African-Americans undertook, for the well being of mankind. It’s exhilarating and empowering because it allows readers to see themselves inside of those who have laid the solid foundation for their future successes. It promotes cultural awareness because it features legendary achievers whose exemplary characteristics influenced our history.

Louis stood staring in the store window. There it was! The thing that he just had to have. The thing that would change his life. Louis started there, but he didn’t stop there. Before he was finished, the world was happier place, and it all started with what he saw in that window!

Are you ready to listen about daring deeds and world-changing events? Meet the American Trailblazers, diverse historical and modern figures who accomplished incredible things. History books for kids age 9-12 should include a range of people and stories - here you'll learn about the greats in sports, civil rights, art, science, and more.

Als Initiator der ersten Weltumsegelung zählt er zu den berühmtesten Seefahrern aller Zeiten: Fernando Magellans legendäre Entdeckungsreise handelt von unbeirrbarer Entschlossenheit und dem Aufbruch zu neuen Horizonten. Über die Weltmeere und das Vorstellungsvermögen seiner Zeit hinaus, stach der portugiesische Kapitän im Jahre 1519 mit seiner Schiffsflotte in See, um die begehrten Gewürzinseln von Westen her zu erobern. Welche Gefahren hielt dieses wagemutige Unterfangen bereit?

Bereits als kleiner Junge träumt Cristoforo davon, zur See zu fahren und Abenteuer in der Ferne zu erleben. Dass aus dem Sohn eines italienischen Wollwebers tatsächlich der Admiral des Weltmeeres wird, grenzt an ein Wunder. Genau wie das, was er im Herbst 1492 erlebt, als nach einem kräfteraubenden Monat auf dem Atlantik der Ruf "Land in Sicht!" vom Krähennest der Santa Maria herunter schallt: Kolumbus hat zwar keine neue Schiffsroute nach Indien gefunden, sondern einen für die Europäer damals unbekannten Kontinent.

Edith Schwalb’s story is remarkable not only for her own bravery, but for the bravery of those that helped her: an entire village, including its mayor and citizenry, heroically conspired to conceal the presence of hundreds of Jewish children who lived in the safe house. Hiding Edith details not only the amazing courage and struggles of one young girl, but the inspiring spirit of the people she met.

Anne Frank’s diary is a gift to the world because of Miep Gies. One of the protectors of the Frank family, Miep recovered the diary after the family was discovered by Nazis, and then returned it to Otto Frank after World War II. Displaced from her own home as a child during World War I, Miep had great empathy for Anne, and she found ways - like talking about Hollywood gossip and fashion trends - to engage her. The story of their relationship - and the impending danger to the family in hiding - unfolds in this unique perspective of Anne Frank’s widely known story.

Did you know that Amelia Earhart loved heights so much she built a roller coaster in her backyard? Or that she used to race worms with her sister? Bet you didn’t know that she took photographs of garbage cans to pay for flying lessons! Siblings Paige and Turner do - and they’ve collected some of the most unusual and surprising facts about the legendary pilot, from her childhood in the rural Midwest and the spark of her passion for flying to her record-smashing flights and her infamous disappearance over the Pacific Ocean.