History For Kids

Mma lives and works in Johannesburg, far from the village 13-year-old Naledi and her younger brother, Tiro, call home. When their baby sister suddenly becomes very sick, Naledi and Tiro know that they need to bring their mother back in order to save their sister’s life. Bravely, secretly, they set off on the long journey to the big city to find Mma. It isn’t until they finally reach Jo’burg that they see up close what life is like for black citizens across South Africa — and begin to really question the unfair and dangerous laws of apartheid.

Women were once considered second-class citizens. It took years of struggle and a lot of great women to break that stereotype. This book features 10 great women in history based on the impact of their contributions to society. Hear about their stories and learn about the conditions they had to deal with. Learn from their courage and strength. Listen to a copy of this book today! 

Named Temujin at birth by his nomadic family in early Mongolia, the great Genghis Khan used his skill and cunning to create the Mongol Empire and conquer almost the entire continent of Asia. As ruler of the largest empire in human history, he was as respected as he was feared. Learn more about the man and the legend in Who Was Genghis Khan?

Why learn about the ancient past? Everything starts from something, and the ancient civilizations are the beginnings of societies. Learn about the past to understand the present and predict the future.  

Meet the eight most famous Native Americans in this book! Who were these natives who surprised the world with their talents, resilience, and intelligence? They defied all odds and became beacons of hope within their tribes. Inspiring stories such as these pretty much tell you that anything is possible if you dream and work hard to achieve your goals. Listen to this book today!

What will your fifth grader take away from learning ancient history? A lot! Learning about ancient history will help your child realize how the world has changed. It will also help your learner understand how the events of the past can be used to predict the future. Learn from the great achievements of previous history makers to avoid committing the same horrific mistakes. Start listening today! 

There are several Native American tribes introduced in this US history book for kids. By going over the facts of the most influential tribes, you will see subtle similarities and differences. You will also be able to identify key indicators that make all these tribes Native American Indians. 

Does your child need help familiarizing all the US presidents? Then here’s the book to help! It has a list of all the US presidents from 1789 to 2016. Listen about who these men were before they became presidents, what great achievements are listed under their names, and how they are honored in history book. Who’s your favorite US president, and why?

Even tea did not escape the controversies of war. Did you know that tea sets were thrown into sea as an act of resistance? It’s a very interesting story, and one that we're sharing in this book of American history for children. With refreshing resources, such as these, learning about the past will become such a breeze. Grab a copy today!

A sphinx is a mythical creature that has a human’s head and a lion’s body. In Ancient Egypt, the sphinx is believed to guard and protect the Pharaohs, so it comes as no surprise that you will see its giant statue near a pyramid, a pharaoh’s burial place. Learn more fun facts about the Great Sphinx of Giza. Grab a copy today!

When you look at Lady Liberty, you see a symbol of American freedom. But did you know that the statue was not even created in the US? There’s an interesting story behind it, and this American history book will tell you all about it. Get the audiobook today!

The Declaration of Independence was a historical document that changed the course of history. Learning about the circumstances around it, as well as the people who braved to change the societal truths at that time, will lead to a deeper appreciation of current times. Relaying the facts of US history has never been more effective than this book. Make sure you grab a copy today! 

Growing up in a Blue Ridge mountain town, little Roberta didn't have fancy clothes or expensive toys...but she did have music. And she dreamed of having her own piano. When her daddy spies a beat-up old upright piano in a junkyard, he knows he can make his daughter's dream come true. He brings it home, cleans and tunes it, and paints it a grassy green. And soon the little girl has an instrument to practice on, and a new dream to reach for—one that will make her become a legend in the music industry.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., was only 25 when he helped organize the Montgomery bus boycott and was soon organizing black people across the country in support of the right to vote, desegregation, and other basic civil rights. Maintaining nonviolent and peaceful tactics even when his life was threatened, King was also an advocate for the poor and spoke out against racial and economic injustice until his death - from an assassin's bullet - in 1968.

All societies follow a social structure. How each structure looks like depends on the local culture, customs, and traditions. This US history book for kids will provide an easy-to-understand guide to Native American Indian society. The use of child-friendly narration will definitely make this audiobook a rewarding learning resource. Download your copy today! 

In this history listen, your sixth grader will be soaking in important facts about the Mexican American War from 1846 to 1848. It is important to know the reasons for wars to avoid them from happening again today or in the future. Also discussed are details on surrender and treaties.

Ancient history sure is eye opening! It is rich in cultural, societal, and humane facts about our ancestors. This time, listen about the Phoenician civilization. Discover historical facts that made these people special. What lessons can the present generation learn from the lives these ancient people lived? This interesting book will give you the answers. Grab a copy today!

Did you know that the Barbarians of Ancient Rome were not cruel, war-hungry people? In Ancient Rome, Barbarians were people who did not speak Latin and were not citizens of Rome. Since they were isolated and not welcomed by Romans, these Barbarians hated Rome. Later on, some of them would do actions that would forever change history. Let’s learn more about them. Listen to this book today!

Ancient African art is history, culture and tradition fused into one. Studying art will provide a glimpse into the culture and belief systems of a civilization. It also tells a lot about tradition. Yes, there’s more to art than meets the eye. Use this history book to learn more about art. Go ahead and grab a copy of this book today!

The kingdoms of Kush and Aksum were once located in East Africa. What was it like to live in these kingdoms? Listening about ancient history will help your child better appreciate the world, especially the changes experienced over time. Such facts can be used to understand the present and accurately predict what’ll happen in the future. Listen to this book today!