History Lives Series
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The Journey That Saved Curious George: The True Wartime Escape of Margret and H.A. Rey
Louise Borden, 2005
80 pages
Why to read
Inspiring true story of resilience and creativity.
Educational insight into historical events and problem-solving.
Promotes perseverance and bravery in adverse situations.
Engaging narrative enhances reading and comprehension skills.
The Journey That Saved Curious George: The True Wartime Escape of Margret and H.A. Rey
Louise Borden, 2005
Award winning
Don't Know Much About Mummies
Kenneth C. Davis, 2005
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging exploration of ancient Egyptian culture and history.
Enhances knowledge on historical facts through fun storytelling.
Encourages curiosity and learning about different civilizations.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Don't Know Much About Mummies
Kenneth C. Davis, 2005
Award winning
Vile Vikings (Smelly Old History)
Mary Dobson, 1998
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging look into Viking history with a humorous twist.
Encourages historical curiosity and learning about different cultures.
Interactive scratch-and-sniff format enhances sensory engagement.
Ideal for shared reading, boosting literacy and bonding.
Vile Vikings (Smelly Old History)
Mary Dobson, 1998
Award winning
Child of the Civil Rights Movement
Paula Young Shelton, 2009
48 pages
Why to read
Illustrates key events in the Civil Rights Movement.
Inspires empathy and understanding through historical perspective.
Enhances awareness of social justice and equality.
Encourages family discussions on important societal issues.
Child of the Civil Rights Movement
Paula Young Shelton, 2009
Award winning
Emma's Poem: The Voice of the Statue of Liberty
Linda Glaser, 2010
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires empathy and understanding of historical contexts.
Highlights the significance of freedom and hope.
Enhances awareness of American cultural symbols.
Encourages a sense of global unity and acceptance.
Emma's Poem: The Voice of the Statue of Liberty
Linda Glaser, 2010
Award winning
Walt Whitman: Words for America
Brian Selznick, Barbara Kerley, 2004
56 pages
Why to read
Introduces Walt Whitman’s historical significance creatively.
Enhances vocabulary with rich, poetic language.
Inspires appreciation for American history and culture.
Stimulating illustrations complement engaging narrative.
Walt Whitman: Words for America
Brian Selznick, Barbara Kerley, 2004
Award winning
Shakespeare's London: A Guide to Elizabethan London (Sightseers)
Julie Ferris, 2000
31 pages
Why to read
Explores historical London through engaging narratives.
Enhances knowledge of Elizabethan era for kids.
Stimulates interest in history and culture.
Encourages educational exploration and learning.
Shakespeare's London: A Guide to Elizabethan London (Sightseers)
Julie Ferris, 2000
Award winning
O, Say Can You See? America's Symbols, Landmarks, and Important Words
Sheila Keenan, 2004
64 pages
Why to read
Explores U.S. symbols, landmarks, and historical words.
Educational content supports social studies learning.
Visually engaging illustrations enhance understanding.
Ideal for shared reading and discussion.
