Michael Burgan

"The epic story of William Ash and the escape from Stalag Luft III German POW camp during World War II"-- Provided by publisher.

"Describes the role pilots played during World War II. Readers' choices reveal various historical details"--Provided by publisher.

"In graphic novel format, tells the story of the Battle of Gettysburg, the three-day battle that was the turning point in the Civil War"--Provided by publisher.

Little boys, some as young as 6, spent their long days, not playing or studying, but sorting coal in dusty, loud, and dangerous conditions. Many of these breaker boys worked 10 hours a day, six days a week all for as little as 45 cents a day. Child labor was common in the United States in the 19th century. It took the compelling, heart breaking photographs of Lewis Hine and others to bring the harsh working conditions to light. Hine and his fellow...

"Learn how this son of German immigrants from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, turned his small food-packaging company into a booming business known for its fair treatment of workers and pioneering safe food preparation standards. This American success story follows Heinz from his early days as a pickle and vinegar merchant in the 1800s to the name behind the nation's number-one brand of ketchup."-- Amazon.com

"Born in 551 BC, Confucius was a young man when he set his heart and mind on learning as much as he could. By his thirties, he'd become a brilliant teacher who shared his knowledge of several subjects, including arithmetic, history, and poetry, with his students. Confucius wanted to make sure that everyone in China had access to an education and devoted his whole life to learning and teaching so he could transform and improve society. His lessons--now...

Discusses the events that took place before, during, and after the Boston Massacre.

An introduction to the life and death of John F. Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States. Discusses his powerful political family, the key events and policy of his presidency, his medical problems and personal life, and his assassination and the intrigue that still surrounds the event.

"Describes the opposing viewpoints of the Allies and the Central Powers during World War I"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the role of black soldiers who fought in the Revolutionary War.