Politics & Government
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An Anty-War Story
This anti-war story is told through the eyes of Douglas, the only ant in Antworld who has a name. He dreams of joining the beautiful line that delivers food, but he's been enlisted to be a… Read More →
A Tale of Two Dragons
The kingdoms of Arbor, with its lush forests, and Pomosa, rich with farmland, have no love between them, and the children have taken to sneaking across the borders at night to steal the… Read More →
Can We Ring the Liberty Bell?
From the Series Cloverleaf Books ™ — Our American Symbols
Do you know when the Liberty Bell was rung for the last time? Or why it has a huge crack? Join Mr. Chen's class as they take a field trip to find out the facts about this important US symbol. Read More →
Can You Sing "The Star-Spangled Banner"?
From the Series Cloverleaf Books ™ — Our American Symbols
It's time for music class! Are you ready to sing the national anthem? Do you know the story behind this famous song? It tells about how the American flag survived a battle. Join Ms. Hill's… Read More →
Cloverleaf Books ™ — Our American Symbols — Paperback Set
From the Series Cloverleaf Books ™ — Our American Symbols
Why are a bird, a song, the flag, and certain monuments important symbols for the United States? What do they stand for? Inquisitive young students explore American symbols through field… Read More →
If I Were President
If I were president, everyone who wanted a dog would get a dog, everyone who wanted a bike would get a bike, and everyone who wanted a friend would get at least two . . . With disarming… Read More →
Is a Bald Eagle Really Bald?
From the Series Cloverleaf Books ™ — Our American Symbols
A bald eagle doesn't sound like an attractive bird. But it's pictured on the Great Seal of the United States and on the dollar bill. Why was this bird chosen as a national symbol? Join Ms.… Read More →
Kwame Votes
Kwame is excited to tell his family who he voted for and why in his school student government election. To his surprise, his family is also getting ready to be part of Election Day. He… Read More →
Red Menace
A suspenseful and heartfelt story about an era whose uncertainties, controversies, and dangers will seem anything but distant to contemporary readers. If thirteen-year-old Marty Rafner had… Read More →
The Little Island
There was once a farm where all the animals were friends. Together they looked after the farm and each other. It wasn’t perfect and they didn’t always agree (animals almost never do). But… Read More →
The Planet of Gehom: Book 16
From the Series The Little Prince
On this spinning cube-shaped planet, the inhabitants must walk endlessly to keep from falling off and tumbling into the stellar void! A handful among them have rejected this destiny. Can the… Read More →
The Planet of the Overhearers: Book 7
From the Series The Little Prince
Continuing on their journey farther and farther away from home, the Little Prince and Fox land on a peculiar planet where flying machines spread terror through the towns. The Amicopes are a… Read More →
Time for Change — Hardcover Set
From the Series Time for Change
The future is here! It’s the year 2100—the ideal future of peace, equality, and technology that we’ve all been waiting for. But the past should not be forgotten. As the futuristic story… Read More →
To the Polls
From the Series Time for Change
The idea that every citizen's vote counts is one deeply valued in America. But the right to vote is not automatic for all people. Long lines, unequal access, and misinformation often keep… Read More →
What Is Inside the Lincoln Memorial?
From the Series Cloverleaf Books ™ — Our American Symbols
Look at that giant statue! What did this person do to earn his own monument in Washington, DC? Join Mr. Williams's class on a field trip to the Lincoln Memorial to find out. Ranger May gives… Read More →
Why Are There Stripes on the American Flag?
From the Series Cloverleaf Books ™ — Our American Symbols
Do you know why the US flag has stars and stripes on it? What does the flag stand for, and why do we say the Pledge of Allegiance? Join Mr. Gomez's class as they study the flag to find out!… Read More →
Why Is the Statue of Liberty Green?
From the Series Cloverleaf Books ™ — Our American Symbols
Do you know that the Statue of Liberty hasn't always looked green? Or that the first torch had to be replaced? Lady Liberty has been an important US symbol for more than one hundred years.… Read More →