R. G Grant
Author
Publisher
DK Pub
Language
English
Description
An illustrated history of flight from the Smithsonian Institution, featuring profiles of over three hundred planes and coverage of flight's "golden age," aircraft at war, space travel, and the most important flight events and pilots of the twentieth century.
3) The Cold War
Author
Series
Publisher
Arcturus Pub
Pub. Date
[2008]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 9.3 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
4) World War I
Author
Series
Publisher
Lucent Books
Pub. Date
[2005]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 9.3 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
Discusses the events that lead to World War I.
Author
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2005.
Language
English
Description
Chronicles five millennia of military engagements, including the causes and repercussions of major conflicts, along with profiles of leaders, analyses of key developments in weaponry and technology, and eyewitness battlefield accounts.
Author
Publisher
Scholastic, Inc
Pub. Date
[2015]
Lexile measure
1000L
Language
English
Description
"Discover fun facts about the greatest scientists from history through Basher's fresh and unique illustration style. Did you know that Marie Curie used to keep radioactive materials in her pockets? Or that Mendeleyev literally dreamed up his famous periodic table? Superstars of Science tells the stories behind the big ideas in the fields of physics, chemistry, medicine, mathematics, cosmology, earth sciences, and engineering. Read about 40 great scientists...
10) Armistice, 1918
Author
Series
Publisher
Raintree Steck-Vaughn
Pub. Date
[2001]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 9.2 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
Explains the armistice of 1918 ending World War I and the reasons why Germany agreed to its harsh terms, and examines the social, political, and economic consequences of the war in Europe, Britain, and Russia.
Author
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
[2008]
Language
English
Description
This thoroughly illustrated history covers naval warfare from 1200 BC through the Gulf War. It touches on causes, events, and consequences of every major engagement in maritime history. There are also sections on evolving weaponry, technology, tactics, life at sea, and the key ships of war of each era.
Author
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 4
Lexile measure
960L
Language
English
Description
Provides details on the lives of some the best, worst, and most intelligent figures throughout history from Alexander the Great to Mansa Musa and Napoleon Bonaparte to Marie Curie.
15) The history book
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
"The History Book is a fascinating journey through the most significant events in history and the big ideas behind each one, from the dawn of civilization to the lightning-paced culture of today. One hundred crystal-clear articles explore the Law Code of Hammurabi, the Renaissance, the American Revolution, World War II, and much, much more, bringing the events and people of history to life. As part of DK's award-winning Big Ideas Simply Explained...
Author
Publisher
DK, a division of Penguin Random House
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"An illustrated account of human movement, travel, exploration, and scientific discovery-from the first trade networks in ancient Sumer to the epic Voyager missions. Human journeys arise from all manner of impulses, from migration and the search for food, to pilgrimages, trade, scientific curiosity, or simply the quest for adventure. Journey traces each through lively accounts, alongside the biographies of conquerors, explorers, and travelers; stories...
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Arranged chronologically, this book traces the compelling history of the diary, from ancient times to the present. You'll go inside the pages of the world's greatest diaries, journals, notebooks, and letters. Discover what it was like to build a pyramid, travel deep into the heart of Africa, or serve on the Western Front. Find out how writers and artists planned their masterpieces, and how scientists developed their groundbreaking theories. -- adapted...
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
Design: The Definitive Visual History is a gorgeous visual celebration of design across the decades. Find out all about the major design movements of the last 150 years from Arts and Crafts to Bauhaus and browse through the beautiful image catalogs of everything from glassware to posters and typography to chairs. Arranged chronologically, from 1850 to the present day, follow the fascinating evolution of how design has influenced the look and functionality...
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"In this stunning visual history book, custom maps tell the story of the Second World War from the rise of the Axis powers to the dropping of the atom bomb on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Each map is rich with detail and graphics, helping you to chart the progress of key events of World War II on land, sea, and air, such as the Dunkirk evacuation, the attack on Pearl Harbor, the D-Day landings, and the siege of Stalingrad. Historical maps from both Allied...
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
A history of the progression of music since its prehistoric beginnings, reviewing not only Western music but also music from around the world. Includes profiles of influential musicians, a history of instruments, and a listing of key works for each genre.