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Up until 1350 A.D., about two-thirds of the world's gold was supplied by West Africa. What changed that? In order to answer that question, you first need to know which West African civilizations flourished because of gold and its many natural resources. You will be introduced to the Ghananian and Malian Empires in this book. You will also read about how they influenced the development and progress of West Africa.

Without plants, life on Earth would be very challenging. It is hoped that with this book you will learn to appreciate the importance of plants as living things. The first chapter starts with the needs of plants. It is then followed by a discussion on the plant life cycle. The last chapter talks about the role of plants in the food chain. Start reading today.

You follow the laws but do you ever wonder if they are fair, or how they were made in the first place? This social studies book covers everything you need to know about the beginnings of laws. The first chapter will talk about the United States Congress as the policymakers of the country. The second chapter will talk about how laws are made in our country, the United States.

There are two types of ecosystems discussed in this book: the island and the rainforest. A chapter is dedicated to each. In chapter one, expect to read about the characteristics of an island ecosystem, including examples, how they were formed, and the types of islands. In chapter two, you will be reading about the definition of a rainforest ecosystem, and the types of rain forests and where you can find them.

The Shang was China's first dynasty. In this book, you will read about the location of the Shang dynasty, why it was called as the period of great innovation, and the influence of art and religion. The study of ancient truths will help boost your understanding of modern-day Chinese culture and traditions. Grab a copy and start reading today.

In this book, you will read about the Indian Removal Act. You will also read about the presidency of Andrew Jackson, the Trail of Tears and the Seminole Wars. With the amount of information in this book, you should be able to make a sound decision as to whether the Indian Removal Act was a smart move by the government or not. Start reading today.

There was a total of thirteen colonies established in the early history of the America. In this book, you will read about the way of life of each of these thirteen colonies. You will also learn how the community within each colony was structured. Step back in time. Grab a copy and start reading today.

What was the Homestead Act, which was enacted in 1862? How did the law help during the American Civil War? More importantly, analyze the success of the law and what majority of Americans thought about it during the time of its implementation. Ask your grandparents if they were beneficiaries of the Homestead Act. Begin reading today.

Today, you enjoy the convenience of being able to fly to distant lands. But some time ago, this was not a possibility until the Wright brothers invented the airplane. Read about the lives of Orville and Wilbur Wright. Understand how their shared experiences led to the design and eventual creation of the first aircraft. What was the impact to this invention to the world?

It may be hard to believe now but at some point in history, women were treated much differently. They did not enjoy the same rights and freedoms as modern women do. For example, they were not allowed to vote or go to university. However, brave women challenged these limitations. Read about some of these women leaders and learn from their experiences.

Let's take a look at some of the tools needed to conduct scientific experiments. This illustrated book features a list of common laboratory tools that students will encounter while conducting experiments. Study what these tools are, what they're used for and how they are used. It's important that you truly understand the information presented here before conducting experiments to ensure your safety. Good luck!

When you visit western US today, you might see cattle everywhere. But did you know that cattle was not endemic to these parts? Cattle was introduced to the US by the Spanish conquistadors and cowboys drove them to the West. Follow the history of early cattle ranching and how it impacted life on the plains. Start reading today.

In 1803, the United States bought land from France. It was so big that the United States doubled twice its land size. With this new land waiting to be settled, people started moving west. This book will explore the pros and cons of the "Westward Expansion." Chapter one includes a brief background to the expansion while the succeeding two chapters enumerate the positives and negatives of the migration.

Learn about the major developments during the Shang and Zhou dynasties, which was from 1027-256 BC. Did you know that this period was called China's Golden Age? By the end of this book, you should be able to explain why it is so! Enjoy this supplemental book for a topic discussed in fifth grade social studies. Grab a copy today.

The reason why things stick to your fridge is because of magnets. In this book, you will read about what magnets are and why they attract the things they do. The first chapter discusses the characteristics of magnets. The second chapter tells you how magnets are made, followed by the types of magnets and their uses in the last chapter. Start reading today.

In this book, you will learn about the economic roles of your federal government. In the first chapter, you will read about how the government deals with health, safety and the environment. This is then followed by how the government regulates its economic roles. Lastly, you will learn about what the government does to keep the country stable.

This book explores the lives of two women in the 19th century. One became the first woman doctor while the other was an American woman who was arrested for voting. Do you know who they are? Yes, they are Elizabeth Blackwell and Susan Anthony. They were women rights leaders who challenged the norms to make women equal to men. Read and learn from their stories.

The topics covered in this book are essential in understanding the division of political parties in the country. The first chapter will begin with an overview of Reconstruction after the Civil War with details on where it failed. The second chapter will talk about the new laws for the Southern States that were influenced by the Republicans. The last chapter will focus on the Compromise of 1877 and what it meant to the future of political parties.

You probably know your city or state like the palm of your hand but can you say the same for all the other contiguous and non contiguous states? The purpose of this book is to introduce you to the major cities of the United States, and in which states they are located. It will touch on key geographic information of each state including landmarks and economic strengths. A brief discussion on maps precedes the discussion.

There are certain things that you can't live without, such as food, clothing and shelter. These are called the basic necessities of life and without these, you would not survive. The purpose of this book is to emphasize these basic needs in the hopes of empowering young readers to advocate for a better quality of life.