John Micklos
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
SEAL Team 6 was formed in 1980 to help combat the growing threat of global terrorism and to better handle situations such as the failed attempt to rescue American hostages in Iran earlier that year. They've played an important part in many U.S. special ops missions. Infographics, sidebars, and fact boxes bring the experiences of these brave military personnel to life.
Author
Language
English
Description
Imagine being in the middle of the Texas rebellion at the Battle of the Alamo. The Texans were outnumbered more than 10 to 1, but they were ready to fight to the death for independence from Mexico. Lively language and historical illustrations help readers feel as if they are part of the fight. The text is clear where fact meets legend in this historical battle. Meets Common Core critical thinking standards.
Author
Language
English
Description
Though the Pony Express existed for less than two years, its legend lives on today. Its mission was to deliver mail 2,000 miles across the American plains and deserts in half the time it would take by stagecoach. Riders faced many dangers, from hostile American Indians to wicked weather. Lively language and historical illustrations will help readers feel as if they are part of the journey. Meets Common Core critical thinking standards, and provides...
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Growing up, Ruth Bader Ginsburg was no stranger to being treated unfairly. After all, she was female and Jewish--two groups that faced discrimination at the time. But Ruth worked hard in school, finished first in her class, and eventually became only the second woman on the U.S. Supreme Court. She continues to stand up for the underdog, including fighting for women's rights and fair treatment of workers.
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Shawnee leader Tecumseh was born at a time when white settlers were moving westward across the United States and making their homes on Native American lands. Tecumseh rallied the Native American people to defend their lands. But he also dreamed of peace and worked to unite all Native Americans into a single confederacy. He did not live to see his dream become a reality, but his deeds as a warrior and statesman live on.
Author
Publisher
Enslow Publishers
Pub. Date
c2013
Language
English
Description
"Examines the formation of the United States during the American Revolution, including how the colonies came together to defeat Great Britain and the creation of the federal government and U.S. Constitution"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Publisher
Enslow Elementary
Pub. Date
c2008
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"This book provides a look at the creation of some of America's important documents, the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution and the Bill of Rights"--Provided by publisher.