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Bea Gormley tells the story of Pope Francis, known as the People’s Pope, who has humbly said, “My people are poor and I am one of them.” Ordained as Pope on March 13, 2013, Pope Francis became the 266th Pope of the Roman Catholic Church. Known worldwide for his great humility and approachability,...

Throughout history men and women have done incredible things. Some of these people have been recognized by the catholic church, and made into saints. But in the beginning these were just ordinary people going about their ordinary lives.This compilation of 15-minute biographies tells the stories of...

Experience the greatest moments of the 20th century with an accessible narrative that makes history come alive. Adapted from the #1 national bestseller especially for young readers! The twentieth century was a time of tremendous change, the most eventful hundred years in human history....

In the United States, people of all different backgrounds live together. Today, more than one in eight people in the United States are Hispanic, and Latino communities are an important part America. Hispanic Americans are people from different lands, cultures, and backgrounds. Many come to the United...

One hundred years ago, the world celebrated the opening of the Panama Canal, which connected the world’s two largest oceans and signaled America’s emergence as a global superpower. It was a miracle, this path of water where a mountain had stood—and creating a miracle is no easy thing. Thousands...

You know Bill Gates as a wealthy and successful man. You only see the end-result of his struggles because he was not born rich. He made himself rich through years of hardwork and sacrifices. By knowing his story, your child will become encouraged to also work hard to achieve his/her goals. Isn't this book an inspiring read?

What was Isaac Newton like? Secretive, vindictive, withdrawn, obsessive, and, oh, yes, brilliant. His imagination was so large that, just "by thinking on it," he invented calculus and figured out the scientific explanation of gravity.Yet Newton was so small-minded that he set out to destroy...

In the last few decades, more and more people are going to college to further their education. It's hard to become a scientist, a professor, or a businessperson without getting some sort of college degree--but college isn't always necessary to achieve success. Some people are ready to enter the workforce...

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting to engage reluctant readers! What's so great about Massachusetts? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Bay State! Explore Massachusetts's beautiful beaches, bustling harbors, scenic trails, and rich...

*95 pages written in easy-to-read large 16-point font for the early reader. Stories can be understood by four-year-olds and up.  *At the end of each chapter is "Think & Do" to help the child apply the story to their own life. *Popular among grandparents & parents, and excellent...

This straightforward book introduces young readers to the fundamentals of the Declaration of Independence. The book makes use of primary sources, such as direct quotes and images of original documents, places, and other artifacts from the time period, to make the history come to life. Readers learn about...

Did you know that the Barbarians of Ancient Rome were not cruel, war-hungry people? In Ancient Rome, Barbarians were people who did not speak Latin and were not citizens of Rome. Since they were isolated and not welcomed by Romans, these Barbarians hated Rome. Later on, some of them would do actions that would forever change history. Let’s learn more about them. Open this book today!

The disappearance of Amelia Earhart continues to be shrouded with mystery. There have been many theories and tales over the years. But this book is not about the mystery; rather, it’s about her life. Amelia is considered bold because she dared to fly solo and achieve a feat no man has done. She lived a very interesting life. Meet Amelia in the pages of this book!

Magic can be found in the darkest of places... It is the time of the Second World War, and Werner is a boy alone in the Auschwitz concentration camp. Separated from his family, he doesn?t have a friend in the world. He shares his bunk with a quiet man named Herr Levin, who seems too gentle for this...