American History

History is exciting, and the United States has plenty of stories to prove it! We'll be your guide as you travel through time and discover some of the people and events that helped form a brand-new country! Did you know the US has a birth certificate? Or that every single American has the same uncle? You'll have fun learning about these and other things! Meet young Benjamin Banneker, a boy whose mind was filled with curiosity. He lived early in our country's history and helped prove that anyone can do great things. After you read The Path That She Paved, you'll know about Harriet Tubman and be glad that she was brave enough to lead people to freedom through the Underground Railroad. A girl playing Abraham Lincoln in a school play? It just isn't done! Or is it? This fun story will leave you cheering! You've heard about Benjamin Franklin, but we'll bet you weren't aware that he was part of a secret committee when the US was being formed. Or that his grandson traveled on secret missions with him! Find out all about it in Grandson With a Mission. Amaze your friends and family (and even your teachers!) with the things you learn in 10 All-American Facts About American History. This cartoon feature is a fan favorite! Teenage Sybil Ludington rode her horse 40 miles through the night, warning people that British soldiers were on the way. That's lots longer than Paul Revere ever rode! Read her thrilling story! ALL THIS PLUS a cool science experiment, fun puzzles, Cowboy Clark & Violet, Kidz Corner, and more!