The great importance of the Rosetta Stone in solving the mystery of ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs is told in this highly readable account of the key to deciphering Egypt's past. Giblin tells how the stone was discovered, how scholars struggled to translate the texts in three different languages carved on the stone--including ancient Egyptian ...
The tense and fascinating story of Edwin Booth and his infamous brother John Wilkes Booth is told in this lengthy, detailed middle-grade biography. Opening with the outrageous assassination of President Lincoln by Confederate-supporter John, the narrative explores in depth the often troubled lives of the brothers from their births onward. Though ...
An important biography of the man some refer to as the most influential person of the 20th century. Illustrated with over 80 black-and-white archival photos.
This bright, informative biography by a Sibert Medal-winning author follows Paul Reveres life from his humble beginnings as a French immigrants son to his work as a silversmith and a horse messenger amid the mounting pressures of the American Revolution. Illustrations.
Discusses some of Egypt's most famous artifacts and monuments, including the pyramids, the Rosetta Stone, and, especially, the Great Sphinx, presenting research and speculation about their origins and their future.
The social, economic, and political implications of three plagues. While these plagues have killed hundreds of thousands, they have also increased the study of the human body and catalyzed advances in medicine.
If not for Seth Doan, the city of Cleveland wouldn't exist today... In 1798, Cleveland, Ohio, was in danger of being wiped out by a malaria epidemic. Based on fact, this book tells the remarkable story of Seth Doan, a young boy whose heroic efforts kept his family and neighbors alive and ultimately put the city of Cleveland on the map. J im Giblin ...
Seven-year-old Susie and her parents travel to her mother's hometown to attend the funeral of Susie's grandmother. Color illustrations accompany the text.
A thorough portrait of the famed aviator, who was hailed as an American hero for flying unaccompanied from New York to Paris in 1927, but whose heroic status was severely diminished after his World War II isolationist views and ties to the Nazis were revealed. This complete biography also discusses the infamous kidnapping of Lindbergh's son, ...
A collection of stories written by students in classes given by Marion Dane Bauer, a Newbery Honor-winning author. Alongside the stories are comments by Bauer, detailing what is or isn't working in the story, as well as suggestions for changes or improvements.
The adventures of young King Arthur's travels to a mysterious island inhabited by a dwarf, the dwarf's giant son, and a mother unicorn. Color illustrations accompany the text.
Jason is stuck with the most boring subject for a research paper-- Alexander Fleming, the scientist who invented penicillin. Then he comes across the story about how Fleming rescued Winston Churchill from drowning. But the story circulating on the Internet might not be true. Jason must learn everything he can about Fleming and Churchill in order ...
The history of chimney sweeps in the United State and Europe from the 15th century onward. Special attention is given to the fact that young boys were often hired to do this dangerous job. Illustrated with b&w photographs.
Thomas Jefferson was a soft-spoken man. But his contributions to American democracy live on as bold reminders of his formidable intellect and spirit. Son of a wealthy famer, young Thomas was a studious boy who shared his father's love of books. He was painfully shy about speaking up in school, especially when other children taunted him. By age 16, ...
This expanded guidebook by a widely published children's book author and editor explores all aspects of writing fiction and nonfiction for children, from picture books to young-adult novels. A postscript by the author answers questions on today's juvenile market.
An account of how historical fact, religious stories, folklore, and commercial promotion combined to create the character now known as Santa Claus. Illustrated with photographs.
Uncle Jack makes scary mean faces and growly mean noises, and the children never know when he may pounce. But at a Fourth of July picnic, the children spot Uncle Jack taking a nap. . . . Full-color illustrations.
Jacob and Kate make a fast getaway while their dog Beauty defends them from a vicious bear. When the children return, the bear and the dog are both gone. How Beauty finally finds her way back to Jacob and Kate makes a heartwarming story.
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Children's Homer: The Adventures of Odysseus and the Tale of Troy
