Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
Defying a king’s erasure to forge a Golden Age! Shuttering the myth that Henry VIII successfully deleted his executed second wife from history, Borman exposes how an adult Queen Elizabeth secretly filled her private court with her mother’s books, tapestries, and symbols—using Anne’s fierce legacy to rule England independently for 45 triumphant years.
History that reads like an espionage thriller! This gripping narrative non-fiction work exposes the bizarre spy rings, secret U-2 flights, and harrowing political standoffs of the Cold War. From hollow coins to the Cuban Missile Crisis, it is a masterclass in history writing for middle and high schoolers.
More than just a rainbow! Pride tells the empowering true story of Harvey Milk and the birth of a global symbol for hope. From the streets of San Francisco to classrooms today, this book explores the history of activism and equality in a way that is gentle, colorful, and deeply moving. It is a vital tool for lessons on civil rights and the power of standing up for others.
It sounds like a horror movie: microscopic vampires entering your feet and stealing your strength. Gail Jarrow uncovers the medical mystery of the hookworm parasite that devastated the American South. Blending gross-out science with fascinating social history, this book reveals how one scientist’s discovery fought both a disease and a deadly stereotype.
History is a story we all share. Stunning mixed-media art to guide young readers through the harrowing truths of slavery. By framing the history within a classroom discussion, Alexander invites empathy, inquiry, and reflection.