Rudolf Nureyev grew up in Rusia when times were hard. But he knew one thing: he always wanted to dance. This is the story of how he followed his dream to become one of the best ballet dancers in the world.'
in 1909 Matthew Henson was one of the first people to reach the north pole. but Henson`s part in the expedition was not recognised at the time, and it is only now that we are finding out about his amazing achievement.
Mount Rushmore is the most visited place in the United States. Learn the story about how this wonder of America was made.'
Niagara falls is beautiful and exciting. Read along to discover how the falls were made and the history that surrounds them.'
Discusses what life is like in the White House and presents anecdotes about the children of presidents Lincon, Grant, Theodore Roosevelt, Coolidge, Kennedy, Johnson, and Clinton.'
Harold Bride was only 21 years old when he got a job aboard the Titanic. this huge ship was to make its first voyage from England to the United States. But it was heading for disaster. Read about how Harold survived the terrible night when the Titanic sa
Laura Ingalls Wilder lived in America 130 years ago. Laura's Famili were pioneers and she had many adventures as they travelled through woods, over praires and across rivers in their covered wagon. this is the story of Laura's exciting childhood.
In 1492 Christoper Colombus sailed from Spain to America. Once there he found many new things, especially pumpkins. Read on to learn how he was able to bring Europe its very first pumpkin
Marie Antoinette's enchanting Austrian childhood is no preparation for palace politics in France. When her mother sends her to marry France. When her mother sends her to marry France's future king, she's plunged into a baffling world, far from home. With gossip running rife and revolution in the air, ash'll need more than grace and dignity to survive