A History of US: Liberty for All?: (1820-1860) ![]() Early nineteenth century America could just about be summed up by Henry David Thoreau's words when he said, "Eastward I go only by force, but westward I go free." It was an exuberant time for the diverse citizens of the United States, who included a range of folk, from mountain men and railroad builders to whalers and farmers, as they pushed forward into the open frontier and all their hopes and fears are captured in Liberty for All? In addition to colorful accounts of the massive westward migration, the California Gold Rush, a war with Mexico, the Oregon boundary conflict, Texas and the Alamo, Liberty for All? takes a deep look at the issue that began to gnaw at the country's core: How, in the land where "all men are created equal," could there be slaves? About the Series: Master storyteller Joy Hakim has excited millions of young minds with the great drama of American history in her award-winning series A History of US. Recommended by the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts and Literacy as an exemplary informational text, A History of US weaves together exciting stories that bring American history to life. Hailed by reviewers, historians, educators, and parents for its exciting, thought-provoking narrative, the books have been recognized as a break-through tool in teaching history and critical reading skills to young people. In ten books that span from Prehistory to the 21st century, young people will never think of American history as boring again. A History of US: The New Nation (1789-1850) ![]() Beginning with George Washington's inauguration and continuing into the nineteenth century, The New Nation tells the story of the remarkable challenges that the freshly formed United States faced. Thomas Jefferson's purchase of the Louisiana Territories (bought from France at a mere four cents an acre!), Lewis and Clark's daring expedition through this wilderness, the War of 1812 a.k.a. "Revolutionary War, Part II," Tecumseh's effort to form an Indian confederacy, the growth of Southern plantations, the beginning of the abolitionist movement, and the disgraceful Trail of Tears are just a few of the setbacks, sidetracks, and formidable tasks put in the new nation's path. Master storyteller Joy Hakim weaves these dramatic events and more into a seamless tale that's so exciting, how could it be true? But it is- it's A History of US. The Bill of Rights ![]() The Bill of Rights ![]() The Story of Sacajawea: Guide to Lewis and Clark ![]() Carrying her infant son on her back, Sacajawea helped guide the famous team of explorers through the uncharted terrain of the western United States. Her courageous efforts made an important contribution to America's history. Immigrants: A Library of Congress Book ![]() The Revenge of the Whale: The True Story of the Whaleship Essex ![]() The Santa Fe Trail ![]() The Santa Fe Trail ![]() The Santa Fe Trail ![]() Faces of the Frontier ![]() If You Grew Up with Abraham Lincoln ![]() —Would you have to work hard? —What kinds of games would you play? —What would your school be like? This book tells you what it was like to grow up on the frontiers of Kentucky and Indiana, in the prairie town of New Salem, Illinois, and in the city of Springfield, Illinois, during the early 1800s. Buried in Ice: The Mystery of a Lost Arctic Expedition ![]() If You Traveled West in a Covered Wagon ![]() If You Traveled West in a Covered Wagon ![]() —Would you ride in the wagon for the whole trip? —How would you cross rivers when there were no bridges? —Without road signs, how would you know where you were? This book tells you what it was like to be a pioneer and travel west to Oregon in the 1840s. If You Traveled West in a Covered Wagon ![]() —Would you ride in the wagon for the whole trip? —How would you cross rivers when there were no bridges? —Without road signs, how would you know where you were? This book tells you what it was like to be a pioneer and travel west to Oregon in the 1840s. If You Traveled West in a Covered Wagon ![]() —Would you ride in the wagon for the whole trip? —How would you cross rivers when there were no bridges? —Without road signs, how would you know where you were? This book tells you what it was like to be a pioneer and travel west to Oregon in the 1840s. If You Traveled West in a Covered Wagon ![]() —Would you ride in the wagon for the whole trip? —How would you cross rivers when there were no bridges? —Without road signs, how would you know where you were? This book tells you what it was like to be a pioneer and travel west to Oregon in the 1840s. If You Traveled West in a Covered Wagon ![]() —Would you ride in the wagon for the whole trip? —How would you cross rivers when there were no bridges? —Without road signs, how would you know where you were? This book tells you what it was like to be a pioneer and travel west to Oregon in the 1840s. If You Traveled West in a Covered Wagon ![]() —Would you ride in the wagon for the whole trip? —How would you cross rivers when there were no bridges? —Without road signs, how would you know where you were? This book tells you what it was like to be a pioneer and travel west to Oregon in the 1840s. If You Traveled West in a Covered Wagon ![]() —Would you ride in the wagon for the whole trip? —How would you cross rivers when there were no bridges? —Without road signs, how would you know where you were? This book tells you what it was like to be a pioneer and travel west to Oregon in the 1840s. If You Traveled West in a Covered Wagon ![]() —Would you ride in the wagon for the whole trip? —How would you cross rivers when there were no bridges? —Without road signs, how would you know where you were? This book tells you what it was like to be a pioneer and travel west to Oregon in the 1840s. If You Traveled West in a Covered Wagon ![]() —Would you ride in the wagon for the whole trip? —How would you cross rivers when there were no bridges? —Without road signs, how would you know where you were? This book tells you what it was like to be a pioneer and travel west to Oregon in the 1840s. If You Traveled West in a Covered Wagon ![]() —Would you ride in the wagon for the whole trip? —How would you cross rivers when there were no bridges? —Without road signs, how would you know where you were? This book tells you what it was like to be a pioneer and travel west to Oregon in the 1840s. If You Traveled West in a Covered Wagon ![]() —Would you ride in the wagon for the whole trip? —How would you cross rivers when there were no bridges? —Without road signs, how would you know where you were? This book tells you what it was like to be a pioneer and travel west to Oregon in the 1840s. Irish Immigration ![]() Irish Immigration ![]() Irish Immigration ![]() Irish Immigration ![]() The West ![]() California Gold Rush ![]() The California Gold Rush ![]() The California Gold Rush ![]() The California Gold Rush ![]() Two Tickets to Freedom: The True Story of Ellen and William Craft, Fugitive Slaves ![]() Two Tickets to Freedom: The True Story of Ellen and William Craft, Fugitive Slaves ![]() You Want Women to Vote, Lizzie Stanton? ![]() You Want Women to Vote, Lizzie Stanton? ![]() If You Traveled on the Underground Railroad ![]() —Where was the safest place to go? —Would you wear a disguise? —What would you do when you were free? This book tells you what it was like to be a slave trying to escape to freedom on the Underground Railroad. If You Traveled on the Underground Railroad ![]() —Where was the safest place to go? —Would you wear a disguise? —What would you do when you were free? This book tells you what it was like to be a slave trying to escape to freedom on the Underground Railroad. If You Traveled on the Underground Railroad ![]() —Where was the safest place to go? —Would you wear a disguise? —What would you do when you were free? This book tells you what it was like to be a slave trying to escape to freedom on the Underground Railroad. If You Traveled on the Underground Railroad ![]() —Where was the safest place to go? —Would you wear a disguise? —What would you do when you were free? This book tells you what it was like to be a slave trying to escape to freedom on the Underground Railroad. If You Traveled on the Underground Railroad ![]() —Where was the safest place to go? —Would you wear a disguise? —What would you do when you were free? This book tells you what it was like to be a slave trying to escape to freedom on the Underground Railroad. |