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The Olmecs walked the Earth a long time ago, but their marks are still felt these days. In fact, some of the traditions you know may have originated from the Olmecs. Learn about the Olmec civilization, particularly their art and religion, daily lives, and discoveries. Get a copy and encourage your fifth grader to listen beginning today.

The Chinese have always been innovative. In fact, their ancestors can be credited for major historical discoveries that forever changed the course of history. Among these discoveries were the compass, the manufacture of paper, gunpowder, tea, and woodblock printing. Learn more about the treasures of ancient China. Grab a copy today!

Today, Pompeii is a place of archaeological wonder. It is littered with bodies of humans in casts, locked in their final pose prior to death. Let’s review how Pompeii came to be a museum of people buried alive. What happened centuries ago? What did archaeologists find out about Pompeii? Learn the answers and more in this book today!

What did ancient Rome give to the world, and even delivered on a silver platter? Well, Roman legacies range from art and architecture, to language and law. Learn about each of these Roman legacies in this wonderful book of social sciences. Feed your child with as much information as he/she can handle. If you notice even the slightest interests, push him/her to learn more. Good luck!

Focus on the similarities and differences of the three ancient cultures that once thrived on Earth: Mayan, Incan, and Aztec. Learn about the unique features of each civilization. Learn about their cultures, achievements, and society, too. By learning about ancient civilizations, children will gain a better understanding of the modern world. Encourage this book today.

Fifth-grade social studies would touch on the lesson of the Phoenicians. Give your child an edge by getting him/her a copy of this book even before the lesson is discussed in school. Here, your child will learn to identify the unique characteristics of the Phoenician civilization. It will also discuss phonetic alphabet and why it is the basis of our modern alphabet.

What was this free market that Adam Smith was referring to? You will know the answer in this book that’s appropriate for children. You might think that such principles are too complex for kids, but they’re not if you use the right learning tools. Go for books that have been written to match your child’s vocabulary, to facilitate easy understanding. Enjoy a good listen!

Use this book to study the lives of the English colonies before 1750. Where did they come from? How did they adapt to the conditions of a new country? Go over the challenges they encountered and how they overcame them, and most importantly, what motivated them to cross the ocean and settle in a new land? Grab a copy and start listening today.

When North America was discovered, migration began. People from Europe came to its shores and become the early settlers. This informative book discusses the colonization of North America. Was it done peacefully? How did the early settlers adapt to life on a foreign land? What was colonial life like? Know the answers. Listen to this book today.

Study the West African civilization using this targeted book on sixth-grade social studies. Using the knowledge indicated in this book, your child should be able to locate the Niger River as well as vegetation zones, which allowed West African Civilizations thrive. Encourage your child to relate these features to the trade of salt, gold, slaves, and food. Get a copy today.

You see mummies on TV as evil fictional characters, but the truth is, they are not. Mummies are people of distinction that lived a long time ago. Mummification is a sophisticated means of preserving the dead, and it’s something that has baffled even modern scientists. This book, however, will look beyond the science as it tackles historic truths behind some of the most famous mummies known today.

Ancient Egypt was a hub of development. Discussed in this book of social studies are great achievements, including the development of writing and the impact of written records. Written records are powerful bases for the development of a civilization. There’s also information on culture and geography of ancient Egypt included in this book. Get a copy today.

Have you ever been inside a mosque? If not, then now is your chance to be in one. Open your eyes to the truth about religions other than your own. Being aware of other beliefs will shape a general and deeper understanding of how differences connect each one of us. It’s never too early to introduce diverse knowledge to your little one. Buy this book today.

Did you know that religious festivals are not limited to Christmas and the Holy Week? There’s also Diwali and Ramadan, and so on. Different religions celebrate festivals on special days of the year. What do these festivals mean? Learn to respect the diversity of beliefs by getting more familiar with different celebrations. Grab a copy of this informative resource today!

Historical facts presented in this book are contained within 1776-1777 and with emphasis on the major battles of the American Revolution. How did the British government react to the colonies declaring independence? Who were the key personalities during this time period? Who won and lost in the battles that followed? Listen to more true stories from the past. Grab a copy today.

This is not an easy book to listen to, so you better be ready for the facts! Examine the battles of Lexington and Concord. What was the significance of these battles? What were the events leading to the battles and therefore, the start of the American Revolution? Which parties fought and who won? All these and more will be answered in this book for fourth graders. Grab a copy today.

Did you know that millions of years ago the Earth only had one supercontinent? If you look at a globe today, you’d notice how continents fit into each other like puzzle pieces. But how did the supercontinent break apart and become seven different continents? Let’s look at the mechanics of the continental drift in this book for fifth graders. Grab a copy today.

Hear about what happened in America during the spring of 1775 after the battles of Lexington and Concord. What did the farmers and merchants do after hearing news of the battles? Who were the key personalities during this period of the American Revolution? What were the problems encountered by the patriots, and how were those resolved? Learn the facts by listening.

Who were the Spanish explorers who toured Southwest America? Let’s listen about them and their story. In particular, study the early Spanish explorers of Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California. At the end of this book, you should be able to describe the contributions each of the explorers made. Grab a copy today.

Gather information about the English Colonies before 1750. Expand your fourth grader’s subject on the topic because familiarity will lead to an easy understanding of the many wars that happened during US revolutionary period. Study the establishment and expansion of the English colonies, too. Get a copy today.