Theme: History

Teenage Refugees from Haiti Speak Out (In Their Own Voices)

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

These books begin with historical overviews of Haiti, including the reasons for recent political unrest. The first-person narratives of young refugees follow. All of the teens tell why they left their native countries, how they made their journeys, their experiences and difficulties in North America, and if they plan to return to their homelands. The [...]

Descriptors: Americas, Caribbean, Haiti, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Nonfiction » Other Themes: , , , , , , , , » Leave a comment

Cinco de Mayo: Celebrating the Traditions of Mexico

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

Every Cinco de Mayo, Rosa and her family cheer at a parade and enjoy delicious Mexican food. But what exactly is Cinco de Mayo? Although many people think May fifth marks Mexico’s independence, the holiday is actually the anniversary of a decisive battle against foreign occupiers. Today, Cinco de Mayo is celebrated by many. Follow [...]

Descriptors: Intermediate (ages 9-14), Mexico, Nonfiction » Other Themes: , , , , , » Leave a comment

Popol Vuh: A Sacred Book of the Maya

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

One of the few Maya documents to survive the Spanish conquest, the Popol Vuh describes the creation of the Maya universe and of humans. It tells the tale of the Hero Twins, who defeated the gods of the underworld in a ball game, and details the legendary history of the Quiche Maya rulers until their [...]

Descriptors: Folklore, Guatemala, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Myth, Young Adult (ages 14-18) » Other Themes: , , , , , , , , , , , » Leave a comment

Genocide

By auraenid | Published: December 1, 2008

Some view the systematic killing, rape, and destruction of homes in Darfur as a grave humanitarian crisis. For others, it’s a clear example of the ultimate crime against humanity — genocide. This book helps young readers understand these and other difficult questions. Providing an overview of the history of genocide worldwide, the book explores the [...]

Descriptors: Intermediate (ages 9-14), International, Nonfiction, Young Adult (ages 14-18) » Other Themes: , , , » Leave a comment

Ghosts of the Nile

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

Zachary and his aunt travel through time to ancient Egypt where they have many adventures.

Descriptors: Egypt, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Nonfiction » Other Themes: , , , , , , , , , , , » Leave a comment

A Child’s Day in an Egyptian City

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

This book presents a day in the life of a child living in Cairo, discussing the social life, customs, religion, history, and language of Egypt.

Descriptors: Egypt, Nonfiction, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , , , , , , » Leave a comment

The Dead Sea Scrolls

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

This book details the important archaeological discovery of the ancient manuscripts known as the Dead Sea Scrolls and discusses efforts to translate them, the battle over their possession, and the people who have figured in their history.

Descriptors: Intermediate (ages 9-14), Israel, Nonfiction, Palestine » Other Themes: , , , , , , » Leave a comment

Communism

By auraenid | Published: December 1, 2008

Communism has had a dramatic rise and fall as a political system in the last century. Communism by Tom Lansford looks at the historic foots of this form of government, its political and economic components, how it compares with other types of government systems, and the likely reasons for its almost complete demise as a [...]

Descriptors: Intermediate (ages 9-14), International, Nonfiction, Young Adult (ages 14-18) » Other Themes: , , , » Leave a comment

Democracy

By auraenid | Published: December 1, 2008

This book gives an overview of democracy as a political system, including an historical discussion of democracies throughout the world.

Descriptors: Intermediate (ages 9-14), International, Nonfiction, Young Adult (ages 14-18) » Other Themes: , , » Leave a comment

Dictatorship

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

This book discusses dictatorships as a political system, and details the history of dictatorships throughout the world.

Descriptors: International, Nonfiction, Young Adult (ages 14-18) » Other Themes: , , » Leave a comment