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Let’s take a look at what happened in US politics, from 1801 to 1840. Who were the key players during this time? What events transpired that left marks in history books? You may think that history has no relation to the past, but that’s incorrect. History is actually the force that dictates the present and the future. Add this audiobook to your learning collection today.

What do you think happened, when James W. Marshall found gold in California? It was chaos! Hundreds of thousands of people flocked to California to find gold, and with their influx, a new state was born. It’s amazing, how such a find would result in the creation of a state that still exists today - listen to learn more!

The societal structure in Colonial America differs from modern America in so many ways. This book for fifth graders will touch on the issue of jobs, women, and slaves in Colonial America. Allow your child to listen to the contents of this book at his/her own pace to maximize learning. There are many other benefits to learning historical facts. Secure a copy of this book today!

Life sure was difficult for the men during the Civil War. They had to choose whether to protect the country or stay at home for their families. If life was difficult for the heads of the household, how much more so for the women and children? In this history book, we will take a look at how life was like for the vulnerable members of society during the period.

This is a huge history book for fifth graders because of the topics discussed here. What is was the relationship between President Wilson, his Fourteen Points, and World War I? Learning about some of the most depressing facts about war will help strengthen your resolve to do everything possible to prevent it from happening again. Grab a copy today!

Unlike other biographies, the Making of America series goes beyond individual narratives, linking influential figures to create an overarching story of America's growth that will deepen understanding of the country we live in today.

The United States has long been touted as a place where anyone with a little grit and determination could come to pursue the American Dream. But as more walls are erected and borders are closed, is that dream still alive today?

Powerfully Perplexing Presidential Profiles is a fun fact and trivia book on our United States presidents from George Washington to Donald Trump, written in a fun, witty style to make learning entertaining and enjoyable. Whether you like American history or not, you will find a wealth of stories and facts to be shared that could spark conversation or debate at any party. After all, George Washington’s kids were the first to play on the White House lawn, right...or were they?

American schoolchildren have long been taught that their country was “discovered” by Christopher Columbus in 1492. But the history of Native Americans in the United States goes back tens of tens of thousands of years prior to Columbus’s and other colonizers’ arrivals. So, what’s the true history? Indigenous America introduces and amplifies the oral and written histories that have long been left out of American history books.

The thirty-three spiraling lighthouse stairs finally took a toll on Papa’s body, and so twelve-year-old Kate stepped up. Over the years, she kept the flame lit to guide ships to safety, listened for cries for help, and, time and again, pulled men to safety—twenty-three of them in all. At the age of forty-seven, Kate received word—she had been named the official lighthouse keeper of Fayerweather Island. This girl-power audiobook introduces a small heroine, who, with her can-do attitude and incredible spirit, is sure to inspire.

Native Americans were divided into different tribes, each following its own customs and traditions. See all the differences in each of these 10 major tribes in this engaging supplemental book on Native American history.

The Revolutionary War was a time of patriotism - and betrayal. Those were troubled times that tested the American people’s loyalty to their beliefs. In this valuable history audiobook, kids will learn about the Revolutionary War factions. The purpose of this audiobook is not to create divisions, but to unify children’s understanding of historical facts.

On June 19, 1865, two years after the Emancipation Proclamation, a group of enslaved men, women, and children in Texas gathered. Order Number 3 was read, proclaiming that they were no longer enslaved—they were free. People danced, wept tears of joy, and began to plan their new lives. Juneteenth became an annual celebration that is observed by more and more Americans with parades, picnics, family gatherings, and reflection on the words of historical figures, to mark the day when freedom truly rang for all.

Harriet Tubman was born a slave on a Maryland plantation in the 1800s. She trusts in God, but her faith is tested at every turn. Should she obey her masters or listen to her conscience? This story from Harriet's childhood is a record of courage. Even more, it's the story of God's faithfulness as He prepares her for her adult calling to lead more than 300 people out of slavery through the Underground Railroad.

In the summer of 1776, when Thomas Jefferson arrived in Philadelphia to sign the Declaration of Independence, declaring that “all men are created equal,” he wasn’t alone. With him was Robert Hemings, just one of the many Black people Jefferson enslaved. But who was Robert Hemings? Discover his story and the true history of those who really helped build America. Featuring riveting interviews with historians, including Margaret Kimberley, author of Prejudential: Black America and the Presidents, The Founders Unmasked is a quest for the whole truth, good and bad.

Stacey Abrams is an activist who works for fair voting rights. She’s a lawyer, an author, and a Nobel Peace Prize nominee, too! Experience all the exciting moments in Stacey’s thrilling life in this exciting biography, packed with fun facts, like how the census helps everyone!

Did you know that women proved to be as strong as men during the American Revolution? Some personalities really stood up for what they believed in. Women's power is essential in any community, and history will tell you that is a fact. Help your child appreciate women in history. Encourage them to listen to this audiobook today!

Ever since it was established in 1789, the United States Supreme Court has had a major impact on the lives of all Americans. Some of its landmark decisions have helped end segregation, protected a person’s privacy, and allowed people to marry whomever they love.

In the late nineteenth century, white lawmakers in the United States created a set of policies, collectively called “Jim Crow,” that created segregated facilities, like schools and parks, for African Americans in the South. But Jim Crow–type policies didn’t just affect the South. These policies have had far-reaching effects across America, impacting where Black people live, how they’re treated by the criminal justice system, and how they’re portrayed in TV and film.

Did you know that Louisiana has not always been a part of the United States? There was a time that the government actually had to buy Louisiana. Learn why it was so and how it happened by going over this history book for children. Treat this audiobook as a means of supplementary listening to boost your child’s historical knowledge.

Inspired by Nathaniel Rich’s Losing Earth: A Recent History, the acclaimed book that grew out of an August 2018 issue of the New York Times Magazine solely dedicated to it, Saving Earth tells the human story of the climate-change conversation from the recent past into the present day. It wrestles with the long shadow of our failures, what might be ahead for today’s generation, and crucial questions of how we understand the world we live in—and how we can work together to change the outlook for the better.

Know the facts about the Spanish American War of 1898. Listen to this audiobook to learn about what caused the war, who the main personalities were, how it ended, and what were the treaties that contributed to it. Listening to historical truths does not have to be too overwhelming. Take it one step at a time. Start with this audiobook today!

It’s interesting to know that despite the absence of great technological feats and volumes of information, the Aztecs were able to create a highly progressive government and society. How did they do it? Let’s take a peek at history and find out. History will tell you a lot about the evolution of thoughts and ideas. Grab a copy today!

How did the United States become the country it is today? What led to its creation? Adapted from Pulitzer Prize-winner Rick Atkinson’s deeply researched and stunningly vivid The British Are Coming, the young readers edition explores these questions and so much more as it delves into the American Revolution. A collection of key battles from the beginning of the war, including Lexington and Concord and the Battle of Bunker Hill, sets the scene, telling a story of liberation fraught with contradiction and intrigue.

The action-filled, moving story of George Washington for young listeners. Character shapes a nation as Jim Weiss tells the story of George Washington, a man of remarkable physical strength and equally powerful emotions. Amid bullets and ballots, as commander-in-chief and constitutionalist, political leader and peaceful farmer, family man and father of a nation, here’s a very “human” man who won a war and refused a crown.

When North America was discovered, migration began. People from Europe came to its shores and become the early settlers. This informative book discusses the colonization of North America. Was it done peacefully? How did the early settlers adapt to life on a foreign land? What was colonial life like? Know the answers. Listen to this book today.

This is not an easy book to listen to, so you better be ready for the facts! Examine the battles of Lexington and Concord. What was the significance of these battles? What were the events leading to the battles and therefore, the start of the American Revolution? Which parties fought and who won? All these and more will be answered in this book for fourth graders. Grab a copy today.

Hear about what happened in America during the spring of 1775 after the battles of Lexington and Concord. What did the farmers and merchants do after hearing news of the battles? Who were the key personalities during this period of the American Revolution? What were the problems encountered by the patriots, and how were those resolved? Learn the facts by listening.

Gather information about the English Colonies before 1750. Expand your fourth grader’s subject on the topic because familiarity will lead to an easy understanding of the many wars that happened during US revolutionary period. Study the establishment and expansion of the English colonies, too. Get a copy today.

Historical facts presented in this book are contained within 1776-1777 and with emphasis on the major battles of the American Revolution. How did the British government react to the colonies declaring independence? Who were the key personalities during this time period? Who won and lost in the battles that followed? Listen to more true stories from the past. Grab a copy today.

The discovery of America by European explorers set the stage for the arrival of migrants from Europe. Little by little, European pilgrims and Puritans built colonies and influenced the way of life of the Native Americans. This book will examine the exploration and settlement of colonies in America. Go ahead and grab a copy today!

Why should your fifth grader care about the US economy in the mid-1800s? Let’s just say that the information will reveal the way of life of the people and how different it was from today. It will also help kids appreciate the advantages of living today. Raise kids who are conscious of the nation’s past. Add this book to their learning collections today.

In the French and Indian War, France lost. Britain took over. The problem is, the Native Americans didn’t like the English colonists. The English colonists started driving the Natives off their lands. The situation accelerated and later on led to Pontiac's Rebellion and the Proclamation of 1763. Let’s learn more about this period in American history. Hear more today.

Let’s talk about the US constitution including all its amendments. Reading the constitution should be done while young to nurture understanding of civil rights and how freedom is defined by the law. If your child is going to study this book, don’t rush him/her. Learning should come naturally and in a pace that your is most comfortable with. Grab a copy today.

The Articles of Confederation was the first written US constitution. It was created hastily, because of the war and was ratified in 1781. If your fourth grader has read the US constitution, then this book will provide an excellent resource to spot differences between the Articles of Confederation and the current constitution. Make listening as productive as possible. Grab a copy today.

Describe the invention of Samuel Morse in this book for fifth graders. How did the telegraph help lead the economic growth in the Northeast states? What pushed Morse to create this invention and how was it received in the mid-1800s? Listen about the history of the invention and the inventor, too. Grab a copy of this book today.

The Mayflower was the great ship that brought the Pilgrims to a new land. It was big, but there were a lot of people on board, so there was hardly enough room for everyone. You don't encounter the same problem when you're traveling on ships these days. But for some time, can you image what it must have been like to travel in the Mayflower?

After America was discovered, foreigners kept pouring in. Later, immigration into the US changed with established rules and laws. This history audiobook covers US immigration history after 1870. It also include demographics and facts on settlements that kids would love to learn about. Go ahead and gret a copy of this history audiobook today.