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Arrested? For teaching? John Scopes’s crime riveted the world, and crowds flocked to the trial of the man who dared to tell students about a forbidden topic—evolution. The year was 1925, and discussing Darwin’s theory of evolution was illegal in Tennessee classrooms. Lawyers wanted to challenge the law, and businessmen smelled opportunity. But no one imagined the firestorm the Scopes Trial would ignite—or the media circus that would follow.

Steve Jobs, adopted in infancy by a family in San Francisco, packed a lot of life into 56 short years. In this Who Was...? biography, children will learn how his obsession with computers and technology at an early age led him to cofound and run Apple in addition to turning Pixar into a groundbreaking animation studio. A college dropout, Jobs took unconventional steps in his path to success and inspired the best and the brightest to come with him and "change the world".

On the internet, on playgrounds, and in schools across the country, thousands of elementary and middle school kids are picked on, teased, and harassed by bullies. It's something that can jeopardize a child's development -- unless they have the tools to help stop bullying in its tracks.

In today's fast-paced, digital world, teaching children about money is more important than ever. But let's face it: financial literacy for children can be tedious, confusing, and hard to explain. What if there was a way to make learning about money fun, engaging, and empowering?

Murphy’s Law says: If anything can go wrong, it will go wrong. If you’ve stepped on bubble gum you learned about Murphy’s Law. There are many examples of Murphy’s Law. What can you do about them?

In the late 1800s, American produce king John Nix just wanted to sell tomatoes. But when import taxes on popular vegetables impacted his profits, he knew he had to remedy the situation. Nix set out to prove that tomatoes, which have seeds and grow on vines, were clearly fruits. That was the claim Nix argued all the way to the US Supreme Court. With Nix on Team Fruit, and the US government on Team Vegetable, both sides slung definition after definition in an epic, legal food fight.

On August 8, 1974, millions sat stunned as they watched Richard Nixon on TV when he announced he was stepping down as the President of the United States. How could Nixon, a man who had been reelected in a landslide victory just two years earlier, now be leaving office in disgrace? Author Megan Stine takes listeners through President Nixon's life - from his childhood and military experiences during World War II - to his long political career and the Watergate scandal that tarnished his legacy and deepened American's mistrust of the government.

“America’s Government Teacher” and author of the New York Times bestselling The Small and the Mighty pens a hopeful picture book about twelve ordinary Americans who stood up to do the next needed thing. One kind act. One spark of bravery. One big idea from someone nobody expected. In this...

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Jedes Kind ist ein kleiner Philosoph! Und Yomu, der kleine Wolf, macht sich auf die Reise seines Lebens–zu den größten Denkern der Weltgeschichte! Von Thales bis Stephen Hawking begegnet er ihnen allen–als Kinder. Was dabei herauskommt? Eine verblüffend witzige, tiefsinnige und kindgerechte Entdeckungsreise durch die Philosophie–voll mit staunenswerten Fragen, lustigen Beispielen und berührenden Momenten.

Dit boek vertelt het betoverende verhaal van Brons. Je gaat met archeologen mee op onderzoek en ontdekt het grootste mysterie van de bronstijd: waarom gooiden mensen hun meest waardevolle spullen weg? Geïnspireerd door het onderzoek van archeologieprofessor David Fontijn voert Linda Dielemans je mee naar een bijzondere tijd, die tegelijkertijd vreemd en vertrouwd is.

The first ten amendments of the U.S. Constitution—known as the Bill of Rights—include the guarantee that no person may be deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law. Yet this soaring vision of human rights was written by enslavers who deprived others of these rights. The struggle to resolve this paradox continues to the present day. With thought-provoking text, Rebels, Robbers, and Radicals explores how our rights have evolved as the nation grew and changed.

"Crise Financeira na Floresta" é uma obra engenhosa que combina educação financeira e entretenimento para o público infantil. Escrita por Ana Paula Hornos, com sua expertise como educadora financeira e empresária, o audiolivro transporta os jovens ouvintes para uma aventura na floresta onde aprendem conceitos essenciais sobre finanças de maneira envolvente e intuitiva. A narrativa explora a importância do trabalho, os benefícios de poupar e investir, e os riscos associados às dívidas e ao consumismo.

You are magic, baby! Listen along with this empowering testament to perseverance and talent, celebrating the unstoppable spirit of Ariana Grande. YOU ARE MAGIC chronicles the awe-inspiring journey of the multitalented star, whose resilience, creativity, and passion have made her a force to be...

Donald Trump has been an unusual political leader ever since he was first elected to the US's highest office in 2016. President Trump's first term included more than twenty executive orders, three US Supreme Court justice nominations, and the first years of the COVID-19 pandemic. Following his loss to Joe Biden in 2020, Trump continued to speak out and influence politics. He maintained relationships with like-minded political leaders and used social media and news channels to impact public opinion.

Although J. D. Vance hasn't been in the political sphere for long, the former US senator became the vice-presidential pick in 2024 and was elected alongside President Donald Trump.

As the world now knows, Barack Obama has made history as our first African-American president. This biography is perfect for primary graders looking for a longer, fuller life story than is found in the author's bestselling Barack Obama: United States President.

Outspoken, energetic, and fun, Sonia Sotomayor has managed to turn every struggle in life into a triumph. Born in the Bronx to immigrant parents from Puerto Rico, Sonia found out at age nine that she had diabetes, a serious illness now, but an even more dangerous one 50 years ago. How did young Sonia handle the devastating news? She learned to give herself her daily insulin shots and became determined to make the most out of her life.

Rashid Khalidi invites listeners to learn more about Palestine in what is both a deeply personal and yet expansive account of the last hundred years of the country's history. By blending detailed research with firsthand experiences, this book is equal parts compelling and informative—the perfect educational resource for all ages. From the Balfour Declaration to Israel's siege of the Gaza strip, Khalidi delivers a thorough portrait of the intricacies of the geopolitical conflict occurring in the middle east while keeping the text broadly accessible.

Want to set your child on a path to financial success while keeping them entertained? Think Like a Tycoon: Kids Edition is the perfect audiobook for young listeners aged 8-12, offering an engaging introduction to essential money skills. With 25 kid-friendly money hacks, this audiobook teaches children how to save, spend smartly, and even begin investing—all in fun, easy-to-follow chapters. Kids will understand that money isn’t just for adults; it’s something they can start mastering now!