History / Bible / Literature D+E

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36 weeks' worth of daily prayer for the indigenous peoples of North, South, and Central America.

12 songs based on verses from both the New and Old Testaments. In Bible package only for Levels 4 and D+E.

Over 90 Timeline Figures for Sonlight D+E on self-adhesive heavy card stock. Just cut them out, color and stick them in your Timeline Book.

A fictional account of Christopher Columbus' first voyage.

A fascinating introduction to American culture as it has shaped and been shaped by events from the Pilgrims to the mid-1800s. Written by the former Librarian of Congress. NEW full-color edition, completely revised for readability. Now includes timelines, maps and more than twice the illustrations. Oversized.

A highly readable account of the quintessentially American adventure of discovery and hardship as Meriwether Lewis and William Clark led their men on an exploration of "the interior parts of North America."

A groundbreaking guide to American history, this reference book explains events, moments, trends, patterns and people in concise articles designed to appeal to children ages 8 and up. Features more than 750 photos and artworks, plus extensive maps, charts, a state-by-state review, the complete texts of the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution, and much more.

A translator struggles to help a tribal people understand what the Bible says.

A diverse collection of great American speeches and patriotic and folk songs . . . from the Revolutionary War to the present.

A fascinating introduction to American culture as it has shaped and been shaped by events from the Civil War to the late 20th century. Written by the former Librarian of Congress. NEW full-color edition, completed revised for readability. Now includes timelines, maps and more than twice the illustrations. Oversized.

Theodore learns that heroism requires more--and less--than he imagined in this story set during the deadly flu epidemic at the end of World War I. Moving.

A white boy in the Maine wilderness is rescued by an Indian chief.

A girl raised in luxury in the Caribbean struggles to adjust to Puritan New England.

A young apprentice silversmith is caught up in the Boston Tea Party and the American Revolution.

Ten-year old Ellen Toliver must conquer her timidity to take a secret message through enemy lines during the Revolutionary War.

Fascinating true story of the poor apprentice who, shortly after the American Revolution, transformed navigation from an art to a precise science.

A 14-year old Indian joins Cabeza de Vaca's 16th-century expedition through the Southwest.

The thrilling story of America's first foreign missionary, Adoniram Judson. In the face of incredible obstacles, Adoniram and his first wife Ann were the spark that spread the fire of the Gospel into Burma. Their evident love for the Burmese people is a compelling story of unswerving dedication and sacrifice.

The powerful story of a young man for whom the Civil War spans five Aprils.

One of those "Wow!" books: a collection of delightful poems for young people arranged according to the birth dates of the authors -- beginning with anonymous native Americans and continuing to the present day.

The adventures of eleven-year-old Caddie growing up with her six brothers and sisters in the Wild West frontiers of Wisconsin in the late 1800s.

Award winner set in the post-Civil War South.

A heartwarming Newbery Medal winner. Dad has returned from World War II a changed man: withdrawn, touchy, unable to work. The family moves back to the family farm where dad gets the healing he needs.

Ralph is barely 8 years old when his family moves to Colorado for the sake of Dad's health, and the family tries to make a go of it on the ranch. Classic true story of ranching in Colorado in the early 1900's.

In 1947, a Chinese girl comes to Brooklyn, where she starts to feel at home and to make friends.

Breezy biography by award-winning author gives insights into Franklin's intriguing life and personality.

Familiar story of a young Indian girl who saved the life of John Smith, an early American frontiersman.

Dramatic true story of a little black girl who foiled a plan to kill George Washington.

Award-winning story of a frontier American widower who advertises for a wife . . . and gets Sarah.

Om-kas-toe is a member of the Blackfeet Indian tribe in the early 1700s – before horses.

"Git along, little . . . turkeys"? Yep! In 1860, a fifteen-year-old boy attempts to herd one thousand turkeys from Missouri to Denver, Colorado, in hopes of selling them at a profit.

Engrossing story about the first—and largest—Ferris Wheel ever built. Told by one of the workers who built it.

Eland. Middle child Sunday Fowler is too young for her sisters and too old for her brothers. How can she stand out in such a large family? Her opportunity comes when the family moves to a small town so her father can renovate the town library, and she discovers a mysterious manuscript in the basement. Charming.

To save his aunt's home, young Jack and his butler rush off to California to join the '49ers in their hunt for gold. Fun!

Fascinating biography of Harriet Tubman, a black woman who risked her life helping other slaves reach freedom on the Underground Railroad.

Thought-provoking story of a boy who was orphaned by the Civil War as he struggles to forgive "the enemy" and discover what true courage is all about.

Two thousand Georgia textile workers were shipped North against their will to work in Yankee mills. Twelve-year old Hannalee was one of them. This is the true story of how she fulfilled her promise to return home.

The touching Newbery Honor story about a boy and the dog he loves. Set during frontier days in the Texas hill country.

Newbery Medal winner about a mid-American farm family in the early 20th century. Charming.

Eric wants to buy his young crippled friend Jimmy a pair of red cowboy boots.

A delightful account of the exploits, the family life, and the character of the two bike builders who are generally credited with having been the first to engage in powered flight.