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Publisher
Schlessinger Media
Language
English
Description
"During the 1700s, Benjamin Franklin established himself as one of America's greatest citizens. After all, he was a printer and writer, a statesman and scientist, and a humanitarian and inventor! Some people would even say he helped "invent" the United States! In Benjamin Franklin, kids will get an up-close look at the life and times of this prolific Founding Father. From his early years in Boston to his famous experiments with electricity and his...
Series
Publisher
Schlessinger Media
Language
English
Description
"The Revolutionary War created many heroes, including the men who would go down in history as the Founding Fathers of a new country. Yet, there were many other men, women and children whose names you might not know, but whose acts of courage helped win the war against the British. Revolutionary War Heroes focuses on the daring acts of patriotism from people such as Nathan Hale and Sybil Ludington and the brave military feats of Colonel Francis Marion,...
3) Cesar Chavez
Series
Publisher
Schlessinger Media
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
Overcoming huge obstacles, including extreme poverty and the prejudice that he experienced as a Hispanic American and a migrant farmer, Cesar Chavez achieved his goal of helping to organize the first successful union for America's farm workers.
Series
Publisher
Schlessinger Media
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
Kids will examine the life of the man whose leadership helped transform 13 colonies into a brilliant new country. From leading the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War to helping to shape a young nation, he is the 'Father of our Country.'