Janey Levy

This volume offers readers a history of the term "genocide" and then moves into what has been called perhaps the foulest humanitarian crisis of the early twenty-first century: the crisis in Darfur. This edifying resource offers a look into the country's history and the events that led up to the violence of February 2002, when Africans staged a rebellion against the Arab-controlled government of Sudan. Readers will learn about the horrors of the terrifying Janjaweed militia, or "devils on horseback," as the government endeavored to eradicate Africans from Darfur, the major players in the conflict, as well as the reaction around the world.

Learning differences affect more kids than many people think. One in five children in the United States has a learning difference, and millions more have learning issues that are never diagnosed. Some learning differences affect a person's ability to read, write, and organize information. Other people have attention issues that make it difficult to manage in a classroom. This book deals with the experience of having a learning difference in a way that kids can empathize with and understand. Students will discover what the challenges they might face and where they can find help. Age-appropriate language and color photographs will help all students feel understood and heard.

Learning differences affect more kids than many people think. One in five children in the United States has a learning difference, and millions more have learning issues that are never diagnosed. Some learning differences affect a person's ability to read, write, and organize information. Other people have attention issues that make it difficult to manage in a classroom. This book deals with the experience of having a learning difference in a way that kids can empathize with and understand. Students will discover what the challenges they might face and where they can find help. Age-appropriate language and color photographs will help all students feel understood and heard.

Located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, DC, the White House has been the home of every president since John Adams. In this book, readers dive into the landmark's history, learning all about how it was built and how it's changed over the two centuries it's been standing. They also discover all there is to see and do at the White House today, and appreciate why it continues to be a significant site in our nation. Bright photographs add interest to the educational text and fun facts bring the information to life.

The Alamo was a mission built in San Antonio, Texas, in the 18th century. In 1836, it became the battle site of Texan independence from Mexico The legendary Davey Crockett lost his life at the Alamo. In this fascinating and educational book, readers learn all about this historic landmark. They'll discover why the history of the Alamo is culturally significant and why it continues to be relevant. Filled with fun facts, bright photographs, and main text conveyed in reader-friendly language, this book is a great resource for social studies students.

The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico has been a U. S. territory since the end of the Spanish-American War in 1898. The beautiful, largely mountainous island is home to the only tropical rain forest in the United States. It was originally inhabited by the indigenous Taino people before Spain colonized it in 1493. Today, it's a popular tourist destination, although extensive damage from Hurricane Maria in 2017 and earthquakes in 2019 and 2020 have taken a toll. Readers will learn about the history of Puerto Rico. Colorful photographs, primary sources, and a timeline help readers make the most of their trip to this U. S. commonwealth.

Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, was the gathering place of the Founding Fathers during some of the most crucial moments of America's birth. It's where both the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were debated and signed. It's also where George Washington was appointed Commander in Chief of the Continental Army. In this book, readers learn all about Independence Hall, its history, and come to appreciate its significance. Reader-friendly language is paired with colorful photographs and interesting fact boxes, which make the information pop.

Before people had cars, planes, and trains to take them places, they had steamboats. This important advance in transportation technology once astounded travelers and made the shipping of goods faster and easier than ever before. Readers of this engaging volume will discover just how significant the steamboat was, the technology that made it work, and why this mode of transportation could be dangerous and even deadly The appealing format--which includes accessible bits of information and historical images--will motivate both budding historians and up-and-coming inventors.

Ancient Egypt truly left wonders for the world including the Pyramids of Giza and the glittering burial goods of Tutankhamun. But its achievements extend far beyond these wonders. Its inventions range from hieroglyphics and papyrus sheets to makeup, toothpaste, and breath mints. This enchanting volume will enthrall readers as they discover the marvels and achievements of ancient Egypt. Meticulously researched content addresses important social studies concepts. Gorgeous images, fact boxes, sidebars, and graphic organizers enhance this learning experience.

Ancient Rome is famous for its vast empire, which covered most of Europe and much of Asia and northern Africa. It's also the source of achievements and inventions that have shaped Western civilization. Some achievements include the alphabet, the calendar, and concrete, but there are many more. Readers will delight as they discover the many inventions and achievements of ancient Rome. Thoroughly researched text covers important social studies concepts. Vibrant images, fact boxes, sidebars, and graphic organizers enhance this learning expedition into the past.

The very name Mesopotamia is evocative. This land, whose name means "between two rivers," is also known as the Fertile Crescent. It's the Cradle of Civilization. Cities grew here. Agriculture was established. Writing was invented. But the cultures of Mesopotamia left the world many more inventions. Readers will be spellbound as they discover the extraordinary accomplishments of Mesopotamian cultures. Extensively researched text covers important social studies concepts. Fact boxes, sidebars, and graphic organizers enhance this trip into the exotic past.

Thousands of years before Europeans reached the shores of the Americas, the ancestors of the Americas' native peoples arrived. These early people gave rise to great civilizations with a remarkable list of achievements. These accomplishments range from the birchbark canoe to the first organized game in the history of sports. This engrossing volume will fascinate readers as they discover the achievements of the ancient Americans. Thoroughly researched content highlights important social studies concepts. Thrilling images, fact boxes, sidebars, and graphic organizers support the narrative.

China is frequently in the news today. It may be presented as an exotic place to travel or as an economic juggernaut on the world stage. Few really understand how China's history, discoveries, and inventions have shaped our world. If you drank tea, used a fork, or read a newspaper this morning, you can thank the Chinese. This absorbing volume will astonish readers as they uncover the many inventions and discoveries of the ancient Chinese. Assiduously researched text highlights important social studies concepts. Images, captions, fact boxes, sidebars, and graphic organizers enrich the narrative.

When you think of the achievements and legacy of ancient Greece, you probably think of art, architecture, and democracy. But ancient Greeks left so much more to the world, and some of their inventions will surprise modern readers. The list includes the lighthouse, the alarm clock, the shower, and trial by jury. This fascinating volume will introduce readers to this and more as they explore the myriad accomplishments of ancient Greece. Thoroughly researched content highlights important social studies concepts.

Ancient Egypt truly left wonders for the world including the Pyramids of Giza and the glittering burial goods of Tutankhamun. But its achievements extend far beyond these wonders. Its inventions range from hieroglyphics and papyrus sheets to makeup, toothpaste, and breath mints. This enchanting volume will enthrall readers as they discover the marvels and achievements of ancient Egypt. Meticulously researched content addresses important social studies concepts. Gorgeous images, fact boxes, sidebars, and graphic organizers enhance this learning experience.

Thousands of years before Europeans reached the shores of the Americas, the ancestors of the Americas' native peoples arrived. These early people gave rise to great civilizations with a remarkable list of achievements. These accomplishments range from the birchbark canoe to the first organized game in the history of sports. This engrossing volume will fascinate readers as they discover the achievements of the ancient Americans. Thoroughly researched content highlights important social studies concepts. Thrilling images, fact boxes, sidebars, and graphic organizers support the narrative.

Ancient Rome is famous for its vast empire, which covered most of Europe and much of Asia and northern Africa. It's also the source of achievements and inventions that have shaped Western civilization. Some achievements include the alphabet, the calendar, and concrete, but there are many more. Readers will delight as they discover the many inventions and achievements of ancient Rome. Thoroughly researched text covers important social studies concepts. Vibrant images, fact boxes, sidebars, and graphic organizers enhance this learning expedition into the past.

When you think of the achievements and legacy of ancient Greece, you probably think of art, architecture, and democracy. But ancient Greeks left so much more to the world, and some of their inventions will surprise modern readers. The list includes the lighthouse, the alarm clock, the shower, and trial by jury. This fascinating volume will introduce readers to this and more as they explore the myriad accomplishments of ancient Greece. Thoroughly researched content highlights important social studies concepts.

China is frequently in the news today. It may be presented as an exotic place to travel or as an economic juggernaut on the world stage. Few really understand how China's history, discoveries, and inventions have shaped our world. If you drank tea, used a fork, or read a newspaper this morning, you can thank the Chinese. This absorbing volume will astonish readers as they uncover the many inventions and discoveries of the ancient Chinese. Assiduously researched text highlights important social studies concepts. Images, captions, fact boxes, sidebars, and graphic organizers enrich the narrative.