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China has had many emperors. Some of them came down in history with many great achievements. One of these emperors was Shi Huangdi. Read about the life and works of Emperor Shi Huangdi and how he managed to unify northern China under one dynasty. What are his accomplishments that modern China enjoys to this day?

Who was Mexican General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna? What was his role in the Texas War of Independence and eventual settlement of Texas? Reading about the past as well as the people who made significant decisions that forever changed history will allow you to learn from mistakes and successes. Go ahead and grab a copy today.

Who was Stephen Austin and why was he called the Father of Texas? This book focuses on the life and works of Stephen Austin. It also touches on the historical settlement of Texas and the prevalent socio-economic conditions of the time. What an exciting book this is! Start reading today!

Identify the accomplishments of Louis Braille, who invented the Braille system that the blind use today. Read about his childhood, education and how he came to develop the Braille. Also, study how the Braille is used today and its overall impact to written communication. Be inspired by the story of Louis Braille. Read this book today.

Read about renowned author and abolitionist, Harriet Beecher Stowe, who used the pen to fight against slavery. Examine how her work "Uncle Tom's Cabin" affected the slavery debate. Understand how her childhood, education and personal experiences led to her awakening to the injustice against African Americans. Start reading today.

Use this book to investigate influential groups and people of the Constitutional Convention. Read about the lives of James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, Benjamin Franklin, and George Washington. Understand how these four men from different parts of America came together to found a new nation independent from Great Britain. Be inspired by t

Who was Carolus Linnaeus and what did he do to be dubbed as the "Father of Modern Taxonomy?" Read on to find out. Biography books are meant to inspire you to persevere and to act on the things you're curious about. So go ahead and get your child this book today.

Describe the life and words of Ernest Just in this biography book for kids. By reading about the lives and works of scientists, kids will pick up valuable life lessons that might spur them into action. The circumstances behind Ernest's childhood can be examined and used to anchor deeper understanding of his achievements. Start reading tod

In this book, you're going to learn about the scientific contribution of Thomas Edison. You will also get a glimpse of the prevalent socio-economic situations that pushed Thomas to tap the world of electricity and become a famous inventor too. With interesting image choices and wonderful layout, this book will soon become one of your chil

In this book, you will read about the intertwined lives of George and Martha Washington. You will also learn about the pre-existing socio-economic situation present during their era, which led to the decisions and actions made. Reading about the lives of those who lived before you will influence how you view modern times. Go ahead and sta

King Hammurabi graced history books because of his Code of Law. The Code of Law sets the standards for punishments to meet the requirements of justice. In this book, you will learn about the great King Hammurabi, the man behind the Code of Law. With illustrations carefully matching written content, this book will make an interesting addit

Read about the life and times of Mark Twain. Learn about the major events in his life, which have inspired him to write youthful adventures. How did Mark Twain grow to have such a wild imagination? Reading about the life of someone in the past will also reveal the socio--economic conditions prevalent at the time. Go ahead and secure a cop

Mercy Otis Warren was a brave and brilliant woman. She used her writing prowess to fight in the US revolutionary period. This biography book is dedicated to the life and times of Mercy Otis Warren. What lessons can your child take away from her unique story of bravery? Go ahead and secure a copy of this biography book today.

What could Crispus Attackus, an African American, have done to be hailed as a hero during the US Revolutionary Period? This biography book will give you a glimpse into the life and times of Crispus Attucks. Learn from his struggles, failures and victories. Get a copy of this book today.

During the heat of the American Revolution, Thomas Paine created and distributed a pamphlet of Common Sense. What was written in that pamphlet? Why did Thomas Paine call it Common Sense? This inspiring historic book features the life and times of Thomas Paine, while highlighting his contributions in the revolution. Grab a copy today.

Who was Benedict Arnold and why was he dubbed as both an American hero and a traitor. Don't you think it's confusing if someone is named as both hero and traitor? Understand the reason why Benedict Arnold is labelled as he is. Study his role in the American Revolution. Retell his stories and try to understand his decisions. Read this book

Who said women can't go to space? Who said African American women can't? Mae Jamison challenged society when she decided to become an astronaut. Read about her inspiring story through this amazing book for third graders. Go ahead and grab a copy for your child to read today.

Read about the story of Nicolaus Copernicus and how he challenged the Church with his theory of heliocentrism. Be inspired by his brilliance and also learn about the theory that he developed, too. What an amazing book on biography and space this is! So grab a copy and encourage your third grader to begin today.

When it comes to bravery, General William Sherman is definitely somewhere at the top. This biography book features the life and times of one of the heroes of the American Civil War. Read about General William Sherman and his great march to the sea. Discuss his involvement in the burning of Atlanta. Grab a copy and begin reading today.

Let's talk about the 19th century as a time when much of our necessities were answered with technology. Let's talk about the 19th century with answers to economic riddles. This biography book for fifth graders features the likes of The Wright Brothers, Samuel F. Morse, Louis Braille, Elijah McCoy, Madam CJ Walker and Alexander Graham Bell

Did Pocahontas really exist or was she just a figment of the imagination? Explore the legend of Pocahontas in this educational book for children. Retell their connection with John Rolfe, as well as their clashes with the Native Americans. Learn more about the Native American colonization by reading the story of Pocahontas. Grab a copy tod

Columbus did not name the Americas. It was Amerigo Vespucci who did it. This educational book features Amerigo Vespucci as the Italian trader and explorer who first sailed to the New World in 1499. His voyages confirmed that what Columbus found was not India, but it was indeed America. Your child will surely find Amerigo Vespucci's story

For a relatively easier farming compared to the 1700s, thank Cyrus McCormick. McCormick invented the mechanical reaper, which was hailed as a key invention that propelled the US economy forward. The mechanical reaper increased production and even improved the quality of harvests without the additional toll on farmers and harvesters. Read

Give your child the chance to meet Confucius in the pages of this biography book. Reading biographies will not only reveal personal decisions, it will also showcase the circumstances of why such decisions were made. Encourage your child to read and learn from Confucius. Identify him as the founder of Confucianism, and even explain some of

What did George Washington do as commander-in-chief of the new Continental Army? Get to know the real George Washington through this educational book for children. The most important pieces of information about his life has been detailed here, for every child to read, understand, and be aware of. Go ahead and grab a copy today.