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Ezra E Knopp
There's a story about President Thomas Jefferson that says that, while visiting France, he tried macaroni and cheese for the first time. The story says that he was the first…
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There's a common myth that says Abraham Lincoln, the 16th U.S. president, wrote the Gettysburg Address on the back of an envelope while on a trip by train. Although that…
Many people today know that the story about George Washington cutting down a cherry tree as a child is just that--a story. However, did you know that Washington was a…
America's 18th president was, and still is, well known for his efforts leading the North to victory during the American Civil War. But many stories surrounding Grant aren't actually true…
On June 26, 1963, President John F. Kennedy made a speech to the German people in Berlin. He famously said, "Ich bin ein Berliner," which translates to "I am a…
There's a famous photograph of a smiling Theodore Roosevelt riding a moose through a river. However, the photograph is an example of early photo editing--long before Photoshop! Many of the…
When asked about government, young readers often overlook state government and local government, the two components of the U.S. government that are most relevant to their lives. In this volume…
The concepts of taxes and government funding are broken down in this volume in a way that early-elementary-level readers will understand and find captivating. The history of taxes is covered…
Many kids don't spend much time thinking about the concept of citizenship. This informative title explores the basic civics concepts and explains to readers why it's such an important part…
In this accessible and highly informative guide to government, readers come to understand the workings of American representative democracy. The text covers the U.S. Constitution, how the executive branch of…
This comprehensive guide for young readers explains the concept of government by focusing on one particular and important aspect--lawmaking. Readers will explore what the legislative branch is and the role…
This detailed introduction to the American justice system offers a fascinating glimpse into the inner workings of U.S. courts. Readers experience the real-life drama of how laws and their application…
Reading and understanding the U.S. Constitution is crucial for all young people who live in the Unites States. Readers learn about the Constitutional Convention of 1787 and how the delegates…
Voting is not a legal obligation for, but it is certainly one of the most important privileges U.S. citizens have. Serving as a introduction to civic engagement, this volume teaches…
