Harriet Tubman was born into slavery. As she grew up, she longed to be free. Using the Underground Railroad, she ran away to the North, where slavery was illegal. But then she risked her life by going back and helping hundreds of other slaves escape. Later, she went on to fight for a woman's right to vote. Read about this remarkable woman and her fight for the freedom and the rights of others.
Davy Crockett is a legendary person in American history. He lived a life so full of adventure that he became a folk hero in his own lifetime. He was a fearless fighter, but not only in battle. The hunter from Tennessee also fought for the rights of settlers as a congressman. He charmed his way into politics with his stories and jokes. Davy Crockett courageously lost his life fighting for the independence of Texas at the Battle of the Alamo in 1836. Read all about his adventurous life, and how he became a true American hero.
Wrap students' attention around the intriguing animals that use tentacles for feeding, mating, and protection. Study the differences between octopuses and squid. Have a close encounter with a chambered nautilus. And discover whose tentacles are poisonous and whose are friendly.
The second release in the Joy Cowley CD Collection, the Red Set Audio Support features the stories of Joy Cowley in her own voice! Listen as Joy reads all 15 titles from the Red Set, including stories from Mrs. Wishy-Washy, Mr. Wishy-Washy, Hairy Bear, Sloppy Tiger, Mr. Whisper, and Huggles.
Celebrate the office of the President with this special package from the Hameray Biography Series. This set includes all three titles in the series that feature a U.S. President. Purchase all three at once to begin your presidential collection for Presidents Day! Set contains 1 copy of each of the following titles: