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This book explores the lives of two women in the 19th century. One became the first woman doctor while the other was an American woman who was arrested for voting. Do you know who they are? Yes, they are Elizabeth Blackwell and Susan Anthony. They were women rights leaders who challenged the norms to make women equal to men. Read and learn from their stories.

The fourth US president elected into office was James Madison. It was during his term that the War of 1812 took place. Despite that, he went on to serve two terms. In this book, you will read about the presidency of James Madison, how he tried to stay neutral despite the pressures from trade partners at the time, and the big role his wife, Dolly, had to play.

Horace Mann and Dorothea Dix made significant improvements to education and health in the 1800s. They were both Americans who saw what was broken and made it their lives' works to fix it. This book dedicates one chapter for each pioneer. Read their stories and be inspired by the good things they did.

Thomas Jefferson was the third president of the United States. This book will tap into his life and careers before he was president. Then, it will talk about his presidential campaign with special focus on his platform called the Jeffersonian Democracy. Finally, it will mention his key accomplishments and what these meant for the United States.

St. Paul the Apostle was instrumental in the spread of Christian beliefs. He was a follower of Jesus, who journeyed throughout the Mediterranean region to preach and spread the teachings of Christ. How did he convince people to believe? How did he overcome the many obstacles along his path?Be inspired by his bravery, faith and determination. Buy a copy and start reading today.

Elijah McCoy was an inventor and engineer who was of African-American descent. He was known for his 57 US patents, most of which have something to do with the lubrication of steam engines. Read about Elijah's life and upbringing. Study his many accomplishments, too. Be inspired by his genius. Buy a copy of this book and start reading today.

Did you know that it was a Native American who accompanied the famed duo Lewis and Clark in exploring Louisiana? What do you think the other natives felt when they knew that it was their own who was leading "outsiders"? The story of Sacajawea is interesting because it crosses cultural boundaries. What else will you learn from this book?

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.

In this book, you will read about the life and works of US President Theodore Roosevelt. What was he like growing up? What was he like as a president of the United States? Was he a good president? Did he support worthwhile reforms? What were these reforms? You will know the answers to these questions, and more, once you start reading this book.

At the end of this book, you should be able to describe the role of John Brown in the raid at Harpers Ferry. John was an abolitionist who dedicated his life to the destruction of slavery. He was a white man, yet he fought for the African American slaves. Read about his life, his acts and decide whether he was a hero or a criminal. Start reading toda

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 copy today.

Perhaps you're familiar with the powerful duo Lewis and Clark. They were the great explorers who mapped the newly acquired US territory of Louisiana. In this book, you will read about William Clark. Who was he and how did he become an explorer? How many foreign lands has he explored? Did he employ certain techniques? What were his other achievements? Start reading today.

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?

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.

At the end of this book, you should be able to describe the role of John Brown in the raid at Harpers Ferry. John was an abolitionist who dedicated his life to the destruction of slavery. He was a white man, yet he fought for the African American slaves. Read about his life, his acts and decide whether he was a hero or a criminal. Start reading toda

Kit Carson was a central figure during the US Westward Expansion from 1820 to 1850. During this time, the US was in a fur frenzy so to speak. Kit Carson was in the center of that because he was a famous fur trader and mountain man. He was also the guide who helped John C. Fremont cross the western territories. Learn from the life and works of Kit Carson.

Discuss the life and works of Napoleon Bonaparte. Who was he and what was his role in the historic Louisiana Purchase, which furthered the reach of the US government? By reading historical biographies, you will be able to trace how decisions made in the past are affecting your life today. Grab a copy and start learning today.

Who was Tecumseh and what was his role in the War of 1812? This book underlines important historical facts involving Tecumseh. Get a copy of this book and use it as an additional learning resource for your fifth grader. With complementing pictures and texts, this book will make an amazing addition to your child's curriculum-related collection.

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!

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 addition to your child's learning condition. Grab a copy today.