From exploring Mackinac Island to hiking at Isle Royale National Park, Michigan is full of adventures. This title introduces the state's people, culture, and places to visit. Easy-to-read… More →
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Middle Eastern Immigrants
Middle Eastern immigrants, past and present, have contributed to the fabric of American life in any number of ways. They have worked at jobs, created businesses, nurtured families, and… More →
Millard Fillmore
This biography introduces readers to Millard Fillmore, including his early political career and key events from Fillmore's administration including the Compromise of 1850 and the Treaty of… More →
Mississippi
From exploring the Gulf Islands National Seashore to learning about the history of civil rights in Jackson, Mississippi is full of adventures. This title introduces the state's people,… More →
Mount Rushmore
Describes the creation of the huge sculpture carved into Mount Rushmore in the 1920s under the direction of Gutzon Borglum. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars,… More →
This title explores the ways muscle cars were established, how they evolved and expanded, and how muscle cars became part of the nation's identity. The text provides historical context and… More →
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 makes for a good… More →
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 dedicated breeder of… More →
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 Berliner" (someone from… More →