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20th Century American History for Kids: The Major Events that Shaped the Past and Present (History by Century)
by Andrea BentleyHelp kids ages 8 to 12 discover the most historic events of 20th century AmericaFoster and further an interest in history with this exciting exploration of what was happening in America from 1901 to 2000. This book of American history for kids explores the most influential moments of the 20th century, including World War I, World War II, the Civil Rights Movement, the Women's Liberation Movement, the Cold War, and more.20th Century American History for Kids includes:30 Major events—Give kids an in-depth, age-appropriate look at some of the most important and impactful events of the 20th century and how they helped shape modern America.Historical context—Each section in this book of American history for kids begins with a brief overview of the era, helping kids better understand what was happening around each event.Biographies and more—Keep young historians engaged and interested with tons of additional content, like discussions of important figures and fun facts about life at the time.Go on an awesome adventure through America's epic past with 20th Century American History for Kids.
20th Century American Women's History for Kids: The Major Events that Shaped the Past and Present (History by Century)
by Carrie CagleShow kids ages 8 to 12 how women shaped the 20th century History books often focus on the things that men have done, but that's only half the story. Covering the period from 1901 to 2000, this journey through American history for kids introduces young learners to the struggles and triumphs of American women through 30 of the most important moments of the 20th century. Over the course of five easily digestible "eras," this book of American history for kids will explore the suffrage movement, the founding of the National Council of Negro Women, the role of Rosie the Riveter in World War II, the appointment of Sandra Day O'Connor to the Supreme Court, and more. Dive deeper than other American history books with: An event-focused approach—Get kids excited to learn about the things that actually happened, not just memorize names and numbers. Key callouts—Bonus facts bring special attention to even more information and inspiring, influential women. Clear explanations—Written especially for ages 8 to 12, this book uses straightforward language that makes it easy to follow and understand. Show kids the amazing accomplishments of women throughout history with 20th Century American Women's History for Kids.
The 20th Century Children's Book Treasury: Celebrated Picture Books and Stories to Read Aloud
by Janet SchulmanA collection of picture-book stories by such authors as Ludwig Bemelmans, Ezra Jack Keats, and Maurice Sendak.
The 20th Century Children’s Poetry Treasury
by Jack PrelutskyA collection of more than 200 poems by such modern poets as Nikki Grimes, John Ciardi, Karla Kuskin, Ted Hughes, e. e. cummings, Eve Merriam, Deborah Chandra, Arnold Adoff, and more than 100 others.
20th Century Russia: A Century of Upheaval
by Heather Maisner1917 saw one of the most dramatic revolutions in world history when the workers of Russia united to throw out their tsar and aristocracy, and formed the first communist state. A century later, this book reflects on the reasons for this revolution, key people, events and its legacy.Illustrated with archive photography, posters and artefacts, and supported by eyewitness accounts, this book explores Russia's century of upheaval. It considers how change affected not only people such as Lenin, Stalin and Tsar Nicholas II, but also the ordinary Russians. It explores the roles of the Bolsheviks, the Mensheviks and the secret police, and it also looks at the arts, education, family life, sport, and the revolution's impact on global politics and cultural attitudes. The twentieth century was also dramatic in terms of world politics and this book examines all of this change within the context of the First World War, the Second Word War, the Civil War between the Reds and the Whites and the Cold War. It explores Perestroika and Glasnost and how 21st-century Russia emerged from the collapse of the Soviet Union. For children aged 12+, this book is especially aimed at history students who are studying the Russian Revolution and Russian history. The author, Heather Maisner, studied Comparative Studies, English and Russian at university and has translated books from the Russian. The highly respected Russian historian, academic and author of many books on the subject, Geoffrey Hosking, has acted as consultant. He is the Emeritus Professor of Russian History at UCL, and has published a number of best-selling books on Russia.
20th Century World History for Kids: The Major Events that Shaped the Past and Present (History by Century)
by Judy Dodge CummingsTake kids ages 8 to 12 on a journey through the events that shaped the 20th century World history is an amazing teacher when it comes to understanding why the world looks the way it does. This journey through world history for kids gives young learners a look at 30 of the most important moments in the 20th century and how they helped create the modern world. This book of world history for kids is split up into 5 different eras, covering the years from 1901 to 2000. As kids travel through each one, they'll explore the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, the Mexican Revolution, the rise of the Beatles, the creation of the Internet, and more. Go beyond other history books, with: An event-focused approach—Kids will stay engaged as history comes alive through the stories of people and events, not just a list of names and dates. Key callouts—Sidebars in every chapter call out additional fun facts and interesting people for kids to know about. Clear explanations—Written especially for ages 8 to 12, this book of world history for kids uses straightforward language that makes it easy to follow and understand. Inspire kids to take an interest in history with 20th Century World History for Kids.
The 21 Balloons
by William Pène du BoisProfessor William Waterman Sherman just wants to be alone. So he decides to take a year off and spend it crossing the Pacific Ocean in a hot-air balloon the likes of which no one has ever seen. But when he is found after just three weeks floating in the Atlantic among the wreckage of twenty hot-air balloons, naturally, the world is eager to know what happened. How did he end up with so many balloons... and in the wrong ocean?<P><P> Newbery Award winner.
21 Proms
by David Levithan Daniel EhrenhaftIn a collaboration that brings together an impressive array of 21 authors, Levithan and Ehrenhaft have produced a collection worthy of exploration. Ranging from sad to funny to truly disastrous, these memorable stories mark that oh-so-important right of passage for many teenagers. Starting with dress-hating, heel-hating, bra-hating Emilie in Elizabeth Craft's You Are a Prom Queen, Dance Dance Dance; moving on to Daniel Ehrenhaft's Better Be Good to Me, in which aging Zack remembers his prom and being in love with his best friend's girlfriend; and ending with rebel chicks Maggie and Carly, who throw the ultimate anti-prom party in John Green's The Great American Morp, readers are drawn into a wide cross section of prom nights from both male and female perspectives. A celebration of all that is good, bad, and sometimes unforgettable about these events, this fast-paced but carefully strung anthology speaks of pink dresses, tuxedos, first kisses, unrequited love, and the thrill of taking love to its ultimate climax. Clever writing featuring many unexpected twists and turns, as well as a stunning display of each writer's razor-sharp wit, makes this an enjoyable read. Older teens will flock to this book, which undoubtedly features some of the best teen fiction writers of our era
22: Luna the Moon Wolf
by Adam BladeAt night, the Dead Wood comes alive with wild animals made ferocious by the spell of Luna the Moon Wolf. To save his father, Tom must collect the pieces of the Amulet of Avantia - which means battling Luna's murderous magic...
The 22 Letters
by Richard Kennedy Clive KingThree brothers embark on daring journeys in this epic of high adventure that reimagines the origins of monumental discoveries in ancient history. Afraid that Aleph may have taught his sister, Beth, the priestly writing, his father sends him to climb the mountain as punishment. But Aleph couldn't teach Beth the sacred writing even if he tried--there are so many symbols, and he just can't seem to learn them. Instead, he and Beth have invented a new way of writing with only twenty-two letters. But his father won't hear it, and so Aleph must go up the mountain to count the felled trees at the lumber camp. Near the top of the mountain, however, Aleph discovers that all is not as it should be: The camp is empty! Curious, he sets off to find the loggers, never suspecting that the writing game he played with his sister will become invaluable, nor that his search will take him much farther than the mountaintop. Meanwhile, Aleph's two older brothers are on journeys of their own. Zayin, the eldest and a general in their city-state Gebal's small army, is on a quest to find monsters in the Valley of the Centaurs. Nun, the second son, aims for the sea and the Court of Minos. Then, grave news sends all three brothers hurrying home to protect their small city. But something even more disastrous looms on the horizon . . . From beloved children's author Clive King (Stig of the Dump), The 22 Letters is an epic tale of three great advances in history, told through the adventures of four young siblings.
23: Blaze the Ice Dragon
by Adam BladeThe volcano at Stonewin is frozen over and the lands are blasted with a deadly cold. This is the work of Blaze the Ice Dragon, sent by wicked Wizard Malvel to thwart Tom's quest to save his father. Can he defeat Blaze and win the next piece of Amulet before it's too late?
23 Minutes
by Vivian VeldeBy both society's measure and her own, fifteen-year-old Zoe Mahar is pretty much a loser. Then one day she ducks into Spencerport Savings and Loan simply to get out of the rain--and witnesses a bank robbery gone horrifyingly wrong. The good news is that Zoe has a unique ability: she can play back time and repeat events. But it's not an unlimited deal--she can only jump 23 minutes, and her first playback creates an even more disastrous outcome. Zoe has only 10 tries to get it right before this particular 23 minutes becomes irreversible. In the process of trying to become the heroine she doesn't believe she can be, Zoe learns about herself and realizes that there is more to who she is than she thought.
23 Under 1 Roof: The New House
by R. RappaportNothing that happens in the Schneider household is normal! What happens when, Tully begins to sleepwalk? A big fight breaks out among the kids and everyone takes sides? A family of mice decides to move in with them? Abba rents a strange cat to help catch the mice? Come along and share in the latest hilarious, exciting and fascinating adventures of the Schneider's 21 children!
23 Under 1 Roof: The Big Surprise
by R. RappaportTwenty-three people. Twenty-one kids. One big family under one roof makes for one big adventure! With twenty-one kids, the Schneiders are the biggest family in their neighborhood. Including Ima and Abba, they're practically a double dozen. And with a family like the Schneiders there's double the adventure and double the fun. One thing is for sure- you're never bored! What happens when: - the Schneider family goes to London for a family simcha? - Tully tries to figure out where the suitcases go? - One of the 23 plane tickets goes missing? - Five taxis are ordered to the same address? Come and share the fun and excitement with the Schneiders' 23 Under 1 Roof!
23 Under 1 Roof: Under Renovation
by R. RappaportNothing that happens in the Schneider household is normal! What happens when… Abba and Ima announce that they are renovating the house? Lali and Etty set a trap for a thief? Shuey, Tully and Bentzy decide to paint their room by themselves? The door to their uncle’s house gets locked, and the boys try to climb in from the porch? Come along and share the hilarious, exciting, and fascinating adventures and misadventures of the Schneider’s 21 children!
23 Under 1 Roof (The Detective Club #6)
by Ruth Rappaport<P>I don't think it's necessary to introduce you to the twenty-one adventure-loving, lively Schneider children you already know so well... <P>So, what happens this time? <P>The children set out in search of a mystery.
23 Under 1 Roof, Volume 2: Look Out, London!
by Ruth Rappaport<p>Nothing that happens in the Schneider household is normal! <p>What happens when... <p> <li>...Bentzy decides to find the queen in order to make the brachah of 'Shechalak mikvodo l'basar v'dam' <li>...Lali calls the fire department to rescue a cat from the roof? <li>...Motty tries to see if he can turn into a wax figure? <li>...Yoni becomes Saba's tour guide for the Tower of London?</li> <p> <p>The answers will truly surprise you, and probably make you laugh out loud. <p>Join the 21 Schneider children on their fascinating and creative adventures in the heart of London!</p>
24 Christmas Stories: Faith and Traditions from Around the World
by Judith BouillocA panorama of Christmas traditions around the world, from France to Iran, Egypt to Mexico Christmas traditions differ from culture to culture, location to location, and family to family. In 24 Christmas Stories: Faith and Traditions from Around the World, award-winning author Judith Bouilloc explores present-day Christmas traditions, as well as the holiday's history in many regions, brought to life by various artists. In Germany, Anna opens the first window of her advent calendar and wonders if Christmas will be here soon. In Lorraine, France, Rita can't wait for Saint Nicholas Day (he'll bring little presents for the good girls and boys, and potatoes for the naughty ones). In Iran, Melchior trudges through the fog and is joined on his travels by two other men who are following the brightest star in the sky, guiding them to an unknown but special destination. In Italy, St. Francis plans the very first living Nativity, determined to share with his local friends the story of Jesus in the manger. His Nativity scene goes on to inspire generations to come. In Japan, Shusaku makes paper cranes in preparation of Christmas and in honor of Sadako. In the United States, Trinity revises her mother's to-do list to put the highest priority items at the top as they get ready to welcome friends and family. Whether you choose to read one story a night leading up to Christmas, or multiple in one sitting, you're sure to learn something new about Christmas and the many different ways it's celebrated around the world every December.
24 Girls in 7 Days
by Alex BradleyWhen Jack Grammar was little, his sisters used to dress up and pretend he was their prom date. Now it is two weeks until his senior prom, something he's looked forward to since those days of pretend, and he is dateless. But Natalie and Percy, his two best friends, have a solution. Unbeknownst to Jack, they post an ad in the school's online newspaper and the challenge is on. Who will be Jack Grammar's prom date? Amid much angst, hilarity, and plot twists, Jack dates and discards girl after girl until the fateful day when he must choose. Bradley captures the trials of many nice-guy teenage boys, who are insecure in today's high-school culture of dating and in need of an infusion of self-confidence. Jack and his friends are fully developed characters, full of promise and senioritis. Although the girls who court Jack border on stereotypes, the descriptive details are dead on. A satisfying dose of humor and reality in a "boy romance" that many readers may enjoy but are too embarrassed to request.
24 Hours In Nowhere
by Dusti BowlingWhen you come from Nowhere, can you ever really make it anywhere? Author Dusti Bowling (Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus) returns to the desert to create a gripping story about friendship, hope, and finding the power we all have within ourselves. <P><P> Welcome to Nowhere, Arizona, the least livable town in the United States. For Gus, a bright 13-year-old with dreams of getting out and going to college, life there is made even worse by Bo Taylor, Nowhere's biggest, baddest bully. When Bo tries to force Gus to eat a dangerously spiny cactus, Rossi Scott, one of the best racers in Nowhere, comes to his rescue--but in return she has to give Bo her prized dirt bike. <P><P>Determined to buy it back, Gus agrees to go searching for gold in Dead Frenchman Mine, joined by his old friends Jessie Navarro and Matthew Dufort, and Rossi herself. As they hunt for treasure, narrowly surviving everything from cave-ins to mountain lions, they bond over shared stories of how hard life in Nowhere is--and they realize this adventure just may be their way out.
24 Hours in Nowhere
by Dusti Bowling&“Reminiscent of Louis Sachar&’s Holes with its quirky characters and unique desert setting, this is a middle-grade read that will easily transport readers somewhere special.&” —School Library Journal (Starred review)When you come from Nowhere, can you ever really make it anywhere? Author Dusti Bowling (Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus) returns to the desert to create a gripping story about friendship, hope, and finding the power we all have within ourselves. Welcome to Nowhere, Arizona, the least livable town in the United States. For Gus, a bright 13-year-old with dreams of getting out and going to college, life there is made even worse by Bo Taylor, Nowhere&’s biggest, baddest bully. When Bo tries to force Gus to eat a dangerously spiny cactus, Rossi Scott, one of the best racers in Nowhere, comes to his rescue—but in return she has to give Bo her prized dirt bike. Determined to buy it back, Gus agrees to go searching for gold in Dead Frenchman Mine, joined by his old friends Jessie Navarro and Matthew Dufort, and Rossi herself. As they hunt for treasure, narrowly surviving everything from cave-ins to mountain lions, they bond over shared stories of how hard life in Nowhere is—and they realize this adventure just may be their way out.
The $25,000 Flight
by Wesley Lowe Lori Haskins HouranThe most exciting adventures are the ones that really happened! This brand-new Totally True Adventures book follow America's first superstar pilot, Charles Lindbergh. In the 1920s, flying was brand new--and very dangerous. A $25,000 prize for the first flight from New York to Paris went unclaimed for years. Many teams tried. And many teams failed. Still, Charles Lindbergh felt he had a shot at the prize. He wasn't famous. He wasn't rich. But he was determined. He'd cross the ocean in a tiny plane . . . and he'd do it all by himself! After you've read the story, don't miss the bonus content with extra facts, a timeline, and more 20th century history, geography, and science-tie-ins!From the Trade Paperback edition.
25 cuentos mágicos para leer en 5 minutos
by Rafael Ordóñez Marta Munté¿Quieres compartir un cuento conmigo? Estos 25 cuentos mágicos duran 5 minutos, que es lo que tú tardas en quedarte dormido. Érase una vez... Cuentos mágicos, divertidos, fantásticos, emocionantes, sorprendentes y únicos. Relatos de princesas y leones; cerditos y ratones; hadas, duendes, brujas y ranas; gigantes pequeñitos y gatos elegantes... ¿Por cuál quieres que empecemos?
25 cuentos para leer en 5 minutos
by Esther Burgueño Martín Roca¿Quieres compartir un cuento conmigo? Estos 25 cuentos duran 5 minutos, que es lo que tú tardas en quedarte dormido. Érase una vez... Cuentos mágicos, divertidos, fantásticos, emocionantes, sorprendentes y únicos. Relatos de princesas y leones; cerditos y ratones; hadas, duendes, brujas y ogros; huevos saltarines y gnomos respondones... ¿Por cuál quieres que empecemos?
25 cuentos traviesos para leer en 5 minutos
by Amaia Cia Abascal Núria Aparicio25 cuentos breves para leer a los niños antes de ir a dormir Érase una vez un príncipe normal con un deseo muy raro; érase una vez una princesa comilona, y una vaca rechoncha, y un emperador con un traje viejo, y un patito feo de verdad, y una bruja buena, y un elefante, y un ogro... Sus aventuras duran cinco minutos, que es lo mismo que tú tardas en irte a dormir. ¿Por cuál quieres que empecemos?