History Kids United States

In many ways, Charles Lindbergh represented the best and worst of America during the first half of the 20th century. Lindbergh became famous for being an aviation pioneer whose solo flight across the Atlantic captured the imagination of an entire world, yet he was an isolationist who wanted to keep American freedoms safe for Americans and no one else. History for Kids: An Illustrated Biography of Charles Lindbergh for Children chronicles the amazing life and career of Lindbergh, his greatest highs and most notorious lows, and everything in between.

After America was discovered, foreigners kept pouring in. Later, immigration into the US changed with established rules and laws. This history audiobook covers US immigration history after 1870. It also include demographics and facts on settlements that kids would love to learn about. Go ahead and gret a copy of this history audiobook today.

There’s a reason why the Wild West is called as such. History will give you some pretty good (but lengthy) explanations. The purpose of this educational audiobook is to make history fun or 6th graders like you. Facts are explained in a way that they make sense.

"Always remember you are the son of two proud nations," Elan's parents tell him when he turns 13. After celebrating his Bar Mitzvah in San Francisco, Elan, with his Jewish father and Native American mother, travels to New Mexico, where he takes part in a Pueblo manhood ceremony. Based on a true story.

In this book, we’re going to continue our discussion of the Great Depression, but with focus on President Roosevelt’s First and Second New Deals. What were these deals? What did they entail, and how did the economy benefit from them? Open this book to listen about the answers today!

In many ways, John Fitzgerald Kennedy and his young family were the perfect embodiment of the '60s. The decade began with a sense of idealism, personified by the attractive Kennedy, his beautiful and fashionable wife, Jackie, and his young children. This audiobook chronicles the amazing lives and legacies of John and Jackie, weaving their lives and legacies together into one narrative.

History for Kids: An Illustrated Biography of Jacqueline Kennedy for Children details the fame and fashion of the famous first lady while also examining her legacy during and after her years in the White House. Americans were fascinated by the young first lady’s style and the manner in which she glamorously positioned both the first family and the White House in those years, and Jackie remains one of the country’s most popular first ladies.

This book looks at the amazing lives and careers of America's most powerful political couple, including their unprecedented highs and their notorious controversies, but it also humanizes the duo who have overcome considerable personal and political hurdles along the way. Your kids will learn about Bill and Hillary Clinton like never before.

Hollywood has produced no shortage of famous movie stars, but none have been as culturally significant as John Wayne. Marion Morrison was born in a quintessentially quaint Midwestern town, but he eventually grew up to become John Wayne, the legend of the silver screen who embodied the Western frontier. History for Kids: An Illustrated Biography of John Wayne for Children looks at the iconic actor's life on and off the silver screen, from his out-sized influence to Hollywood to his outspoken views on politics.

It would be no exaggeration to say that James Dean has been more mythologized than any other actor in history, a development due more to his off-screen personality and conduct than the films he actually starred in. History for Kids: An Illustrated Biography of James Dean for Children profiles the life and legacy of the famous actor and rebel without a cause. Your kids will learn about James Dean like never before.

In a story that could have come straight out of Hollywood, the golden actor rose through California politics to become California governor and eventually the 40th President. The 70-plus-year-old former actor then went on to have one of the most consequential presidencies of the 20th century, unquestionably making him one of the most influential men of the last 50 years. And his name is still as relevant in American politics today, with every politician with an R next to his or her name trying to claim Ronald Reagan’s conservative mantle.

It would be impossible to sum up the life and legacy of Bill Clinton in one sentence or even one paragraph, as the former president represents many different things to many different people. Indeed, the yin and yang of Clinton’s life and career are inescapable....

There is no shortage of professional magicians and stuntmen in the 21st century, but all of them owe something to the most famous stuntman of them all, Harry Houdini. A century after he began to thrill audiences with his patented escape acts, Houdini's name remains synonymous with seemingly miraculous escapes and getaways, and his name is instantly recognizable. With fame came skepticism, and Houdini was frequently accused of being a fake and fixing his escapes.

It is very important that you know the Bill of Rights to be protected against civil and/or criminal neglect. You probably don't want to browse the entire constitution looking for the section on the Bill of Rights, that’s why this book is much more preferred. Learn to study on your own pace and conditions. Secure a copy now.

Abraham and his sister Sarah jostled along in the back of the horse-drawn wagon. They were going to a new home. But when they got there, they stood staring at nothing but trees and dirt. And then, things only got worse! But Abraham overcame it all and finally became a leader who helped to change the world.

The perfect biography to "bite into" at the start of a new school year! Children are sure to be fascinated by the eccentric and legendary Johnny Appleseed, a man who is best known for bringing apple trees to the Midwest. Over John Chapman’s lifetime, he saw the country grow and start to spread westward. Traveling alone - in bare feet and sporting a pot on his head! - Johnny left his own special mark planting orchards that helped nourish new communities.

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?

It all started on a cold morning while Mary was helping her father with the farm chores. The precious lamb lay almost frozen. But Mary was determined to give the lamb a chance. And by helping the little lamb, Mary also gave the world a very lovely gift!

Annie loved to use her perfect aim to help her family find food. And then one day, she saw an advertisement that promised $100 to whoever could aim and hit the most targets. Annie was determined to be the winner, and the rest is history!