Don Nardo is een productieve Amerikaanse auteur, bekend om zijn historische werken gericht op jonge lezers. Met bijna vierhonderdvijftig gepubliceerde boeken behoort hij tot de meest productieve schrijvers van de Verenigde Staten en is hij een toonaangevende stem in historische literatuur voor kinderen en tieners. Nardo benadert geschiedenis met encyclopedische precisie, waardoor complexe onderwerpen boeiend en toegankelijk worden. Zijn uitgebreide bijdragen worden gewaardeerd om hun informatieve aard en hun vermogen om de nieuwsgierigheid naar het verleden bij jonge geesten te wekken.
Germs are everywhere, as this fascinating overview of the subject explains. Some germs are harmful, causing debilitating diseases, while others are beneficial, helping humans and animals to digest food. Covered is the discovery of germs, how some cause disease, how others aid living things, and how various industries have learned to use some germs to improve the quality of human life and communities.
The book delves into the harrowing attack during the 1972 Munich Olympic Games, exploring the events surrounding this tragic incident. It highlights an iconic photograph that encapsulated the moment, serving as a powerful symbol of the chaos and tension of that day. Through detailed analysis, the narrative examines the impact of the attack on the Olympics and its lasting legacy in history.
"Chronicles the historic meeting of two railroad lines in 1869 that linked the U.S. transcontinental railroad and Andrew J. Russell's famous photograph of the event"--
Designed to enhance academic language skills, this collection features three levels of expository readers that promote independent and extensive reading. Each level corresponds to the Visions A, B, and C series and is complemented by workbooks and audio CDs for additional practice. The Teacher Guide offers comprehensive support for educators, including graphic organizers, summaries, engaging activities, and connections to state standards, making it a valuable resource for classroom instruction.
Focusing on the transformative power of photography, the book explores Mathew Brady's pioneering work during the Civil War, starting with the First Battle of Bull Run in 1861. Brady and his team captured the brutal realities of war, making them accessible to the public and creating lasting historical records. His vision extended beyond portraits, as he recognized photography's potential to shape perceptions of conflict. Through his influence, he inspired others to appreciate and harness this new art form for documenting history.
In the 1930s, photographer Dorothea Lange captured the struggles of individuals affected by the Great Depression, aiming to inspire political change through her images. One particular portrait of a weary woman and her children, taken in a California migrant camp, became iconic, symbolizing the era's hardships. This powerful photograph not only highlighted the human toll of the economic crisis but also prompted the U.S. government to take action, providing much-needed relief to countless families suffering in its wake.
We celebrate the Ancient Romans for contributions they made to modern engineering and architecture, but their impact is felt in even the smallest details of everyday life. Discover how inventions like socks, fast food restaurants and cinemas got their start in Ancient Rome and evolved into things we enjoy today.
Everyone makes mistakes, but they're not often on display for the whole world to see. These blunders in battle have gone down in history and will never be forgotten.
Every four years, the world celebrates one of the most exciting contributions of the Ancient the Olympic Games. That, of course, is not all this great civilization left behind. From theatre to democracy, discover how the Greeks' ancient inventions and philosophies evolved into objects and ideas we know and treasure today.