Most Popular Books by Elizabeth Raum

"Describes life in the American colonies, focusing on colonists'' clothing, homes, and modes of transportation"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the life and career of American astronaut Sally Ride.

Looks at the origins, history, and technology of toilets.

"Describes the events of the American Revolutionary War and explains the significance of the war today. The reader''s choices reveal the historical details from the perspective of a young girl, a patriot fighter, and a loyalist determined to keep America under British rule"--Provided by publisher.

"In You Choose format, follows the path of three World War II spies. The reader''s choices reveal the historical details from the perspective of a wireless operator, a photo reconnaissance pilot, and a spy living in enemy territory"--

"Unrest was growing in the thirteen colonies and Massachusetts was a hotbed of revolt, especially in light of the Boston Tea Party. The British king and Parliament were considering various ways to quell the rebellion, leading to the Intolerable Acts. The colonists hold the First and Second Continental Congresses, war breaks out, and the Declaration of Independence is written. Readers dive into this history and make choices throughout that affect the outcome of the story"--

Surviving Floods will look at children who experienced floods around the world, through history and up to the present day.

A biography of the social activist known for founding Hull House in Chicago and for winning the Nobel Peace Prize in 1931.

Explains the Pledge of Allegiance in a way kids can understand, with the primary-source document side by side with the explanation. Also includes context and Why Should You Care? feature.

"In You Choose format, explores the Revolutionary War from the perspectives of colonists, British soldiers, militia soldiers, and foreigners"--

Matches quality children''s books with each day of the year to provide a focus for story time. The lessons in this book will help children develop creative connections between reading and the world around them, introducing them to many other people and places throughout the world.

Relates what life was like before the invention of the television and explains how the invention developed through time into what it is today.

Eileen Collins inspired the nation when she flew as commander of the 2005 Discovery mission. Can you imagine what her experiences as an astronaut have been like? Read this book in order to get to know Eileen Collins and discover the skills and courage she has used to become a leader in space exploration.

Examines the causes, writing, and effects of the Tenth Amendment of the Bill of Rights, which protects the rights of states. Includes critical thinking questions, photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

"In graphic novel format, tells the stories of six men and women who fought for their beliefs during the Revolutionary War"--Provided by publisher.

Delve into fascinating time periods! This series allows readers to explore different times and places in history from different perspectives. The narrative format, suspenseful action, and path navigation keep readers reading!

This book describes the difficulties and what was learned on the expedition Meriwether Lewis and William Clark organized in the 1800s to explore the western part of North America.

Tells about the development of the computer, its history, and how they are used and kept up-to-date.

Describes how water beneath Earth''s surface can be used as sources of power, how using this power affects the environment, and what the future significance of geothermal power and bio-energy may be.

How fast did the first motorcars go? Why were cars hard to start in the past? When were seat belts invented? Take a journey through time and discover the amazing history of the car!

Lavinia Warren never let her height—or the lack of it—prevent her from leading a full and adventurous life. Although she never grew more than three feet tall, she became a beloved teacher, a world traveler, an entertainer and the friend of many powerful figures. Lavinia was teaching at a local school when she heard about an opportunity to travel doing shows as a "human curiosity" on a Mississippi River boat. Eventually she met P. T. Barnum and worked at his American Museum. It was there that she met Charles Stratton, known to the world as "Tom Thumb." Their wedding, which took place on February 10, 1863, brought joy to a nation at war. President and Mrs. Abraham Lincoln held a reception for the couple at the White House. During her long life, Lavinia faced several tragedies but always found the strength to go on. Her extraordinary story also provides a unique perspective on one of the most devastating periods in American history: the Civil War and its aftermath. This valuable middle-grade biography includes material on Tom Thumb Weddings, readers'' questions, a time line, and other resources.

Explores the life of John Glenn, who became the first American to orbit Earth, and how he used space travel as a way of learning how to make life better for all people.

Describes the experience of Irish Immigrants upon arriving in America during the time of the Irish potato famine. Reader''s choices reveal historical details about where they settled, the jobs they found, and the difficulties they faced.

"Describes the events of the nineteenth century California gold rush. Reader''s choices reveal historical details of how miners traveled, how they looked for gold, and their impact on California''s history"--Provided by publisher.

Presents the lives of some of the legendary characters of the Old West, including Wild Bill Hickok, Annie Oakley, Billy the Kid, and Buffalo Bill.

Buzz Aldrin inspired a nation when he became one of the first astronauts to walk on the Moon. Wouldn’t it be great to find out what this meant for him? Read this book in order to get to know Buzz Aldrin and discover the skills and experiences of this pio

A biography of the German princess who became the absolute ruler of the Russian empire and won for herself the reputation of being a great enlightened monarch.

Biography of a man who helped explore the American West and open up new territory for settlement.

Biography of a man who helped explore the American West and keep the peace with Native American tribes.

What are fossil fuels? How does a biogas digester work? What are the disadvantages of fossil fuels? ''Fueling the Future'' asks the questions that young people want answered. Each chapter contains a different question, so readers can develop their knowledge.

Biography of a determined women who tried to make life better for herself and other people.

Profiles the life and work of Roger Williams, the seventeenth-century minister who left England under threat of jail, and went on to found the colony of Rhode Island based on his belief in religious freedom and respect for Native Americans.

Discusses the life and work of Clara Barton, a nurse during the Civil War and the founder of the American Red Cross.

Nazi Germany produced an unusual group of Christian martyrs--among them, the nun philosopher Edith Stein, the mystical philosopher Simone Weil, and the peasant conscientious objector Hans JSgerstatter--but perhaps none so complex as the Lutheran theologian Dietrich Bonhoeffer. Born into a large upper-middle-class, professional family that was not particularly devout or observant (his father was one of the leading psychiatrists in Germany), Dietrich early in life decided he wanted to be a Christian theologian. Yet his family background and connections insured that he wouldn''t be one in the narrow mold of so many of his colleagues. Opportunities for travel-to Spain, North Africa. Mexico, Cuba, America (twice), and England (often)-gave him a broad horizon of possibilities. The greatest thing about America for him was his experiences in Harlem and his friendships with African Americans. His great regret was that he missed an opportunity to travel to India to meet Gandhi. He was one of the few German churchmen who spoke forthrightly against the persecution of Jews as Jews and not merely of Christians of Jewish descent. (How much of this was due to his beloved, 90-year-old grandmother Sophie, who defied the Nazi ban on shopping in Jewish stores? "I buy the things I need where I like.") His family connections drew him into a dangerous double game. His "employment" as a member of the Counterintelligence Office of the High Command of the Armed Forces enabled him to continue work as a pastor and seminary director. It allowed him to travel abroad, where he worked for a negotiated peace. And it eventually drew him into the plot to kill Hitler-an ethical stand which many German Christians of his generation couldn''t understand or forgive. He was executed on 9 April 1945, three weeks before Hitler committed suicide. He was thirty-nine years old.The life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer has been told at great length and in magnificent detail by his younger colleague, Eberhard Bethge. It''s a biography that will never be surpassed but which only the most devoted will have the perseverance to read. Elizabeth Raum has retold the story concisely and readably for a whole new generation of readers.

A look at the first man on the moon, from his youth, to his career as an astronaut, and his life after NASA.

A biography of the nineteenth-century woman known for writing the poem that became "The Battle Hymn of the Republic" and for her work against slavery and for the cause of women getting the right to vote.

Anne Hutchinson founded a community in Rhode Island. This biography spanning her lifetime concentrates on the work she did to make life better for herself and other Americans. Can you imagine what her life must have been like? Find out why Anne moved to Rhode Island, what religion Anne followed, and why Anne was put on trial by church leaders.

This book follows the development of transportation through the centuries, from ancient times to today.

"Describes the people and events involved in the orphan trains. The reader''s choices reveal the historical details from the perspectives of a New York City newsboy, a child trying to keep his siblings together, and a child sent west on the baby trains"--Provided by publisher.