20th Century

The Gulf War was an effort led by the U.S. to prevent Saddam Hussein from gaining too much power in the Middle East. In this hi/lo title, young readers can learn about the operations that… More →

Often known as the Forgotten War, the Korean War was a conflict fought to stop the spread of Communism. This hi/lo title presents an overview of the Korean War, from how it began to how the… More →

First released in 1959, Barbie was an instant hit. Since then, more than 1 billion dolls have been sold! In this book, fluent readers will learn about Barbie’s history, including who invented More →

What caused World War I, and why was it important? This hi-lo title takes a close look at the Great War, from causes and important battles to the homefront and the war’s lasting impact.… More →

What was the Cold War, and why did it happen? This hi-lo title digs deep into the important facts about this tense time in history, including the causes, key events, and lasting impact.… More →

Why did the United States enter the Vietnam War, and how did it end? This hi-lo title presents an overview of the Vietnam War, from how it began to how people reacted on the homefront.… More →

Though it ended nearly 80 years ago, World War II looms large in American consciousness. In this hi-lo overview of the conflict, young readers can learn about the major players, important… More →

On Veterans Day, we thank those who have served our country! This low-level title explains the meaning behind this holiday, as well as some of the traditions for the day. Predictable… More →

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is an important day. This beginning title uses easy-to-read sentences and crisp photos to explain why the day is meaningful and how people observe it. Simple… More →

Since the first film debuted in 1977, Star Wars has influenced countless other movies, TV shows, and more! Through crisp photos and fact-filled text, this book introduces readers to the… More →

Disney has been making magic for 100 years and counting! In this title, fact-filled text and crisp photos introduce readers to the history of the iconic brand, from its early years to the… More →

Everybody likes Ike! With this title, dive into the details of President Dwight D. Eisenhower. The book’s leveled text begins with Dwight’s early years, from his education to his rise through More →