Best Selling Books by Russell Freedman

Follow a crowd of disguised protestors through the quiet streets of colonial Boston as they defend their right to control their own destinies. Russell Freedman''s engaging narrative, incorporating meticulous research and quotes from contemporary accounts, follows the rising tensions between the citizens of Boston and representatives of the British Crown. From the controversial, unpopular taxes on tea through the defiant act of dumping hundreds of chests of British cargo into the harbor, this exciting retelling puts readers in the middle of this historic event. Detailed watercolor illustrations bring this story of early American protest to life, artfully depicting the colonial era and the charged atmosphere of Boston in the weeks leading up to the Boston Tea Party. Informational backmatter includes a bibliography, index, and historic map of Boston. A perfect introduction to a pivotal moment in American history for young readers.

A riveting account of the civil rights boycott that changed history by the foremost author of history for young people. Now a classic, Freedman’s book tells the dramatic stories of the heroes who stood up against segregation and Jim Crow laws in 1950s Alabama. Full of eyewitness reports, iconic photographs from the era, and crucial primary sources, this work brings history to life for modern readers. This engaging look at one of the best-known events of the American Civil Rights Movement feels immediate and relevant, reminding readers that the Boycott is not distant history, but one step in a fight for equality that continues today. Freedman focuses not only on well-known figures like Claudette Colvin, Rosa Parks, and Martin Luther King Jr., but on the numerous people who contributed by organizing carpools, joining protests, supporting legal defense efforts, and more. He showcases an often-overlooked side of activism and protest--the importance of cooperation and engagement, and the ways in which ordinary people can stand up for their beliefs and bring about meaningful change in the world around them. Freedom Walkers has long been a library and classroom staple, but as interest in the history of protest and the Civil Rights Movement grows, it’s a perfect introduction for anyone looking to learn more about the past--and an inspiration to take action and shape the future. A map, source notes, full bibliography, and other backmatter is included. Winner of the Flora Stieglitz Straus Award Winner of the NCSS Carter G. Woodson Award Cybils Nonfiction Award Winner, MG/YA Jane Addams Award Honor Book NCTE Orbis Pictus Award Honor Book Five Starred Reviews A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection

A comprehensive overview of one of the most controversial wars in America''s history written by masterful children''s historian and Newbery Medalist Russell Freedman. With prose that is clear, concise, and enthralling, Russell Freedman presents a detailed overview of the Vietnam war. Beginning with the rise of communism in Vietnam and detailing the increase of American involvement, Freedman then explains why, twenty years later, an exit was so difficult. In addition to explaining the complex beginnings of the conflict through the catastrophic damage the war caused, Freedman concludes with a hopeful epilogue on modern Vietnam. This is a definitive resource for young history readers as well as anyone who wants a concise and authoritative understanding of the Vietnam War, exploring both the American and Vietnamese perspectives. Freedman chronicles the history leading up to the war and the unfolding events in Vietnam and in the US as increasing numbers of young men were sent into the jungles to fight. Coverage includes the French war in Vietnam, the rise of Ho Chi Minh, the fall of President Diem, the Tonkin Gulf, the Tet Offensive, the My Lai massacre, the bombing of Cambodia, and the fall of Saigon, as well as the US anti-war movement. The book includes nearly 100 historic photographs and illustrations, as well as candid photographs showcasing the state of Vietnam today. A glossary, source notes, bibliography and index are included. A Junior Library Guild Selection

The history of Scouting and the exciting biography of the founder of the Boy Scout movement are told in a fast-moving story.

In full sail with flags flying, the mighty warship capsized and began to sink. This is the saga of the great Swedish warship, the Vasa. Built to be the crown jewel of the Swedish Navy, the Vasa capsized not a mile into her maiden voyage in 1628—a tragedy resulting in many deaths and great loss. But who was to blame? Award-winning author Russell Freedman explores the history of this ship, and her resurrection from the seas in 1961. William Low’s gorgeous illustrations bring The Sinking of the Vasa to life. - GODWIN BOOKS -

A biography of Babe Didrikson, who broke records in golf, track and field, and other sports, at a time when there were few opportunities for female athletes.

Describes, in text and illustrations, the duties, clothes, equipment, and day-to-day life of the cowboys who flourished in the west from the 1860''s to the 1890''s.

Describes the life of the dramatist and author who, in the 19th century, wrote of jet planes, submarines, trips to the moon, and solar energy.

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Describes scientific investigations of innate behavior patterns to determine why animals respond as they do.

The story of man''s long dream of reaching other worlds beyond his own - including the discoveries of science and classic tales of science fiction, and the intriguing relationship between the two.

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Explains the recent discovery of the fossilized remains of duckbill dinosaur eggs and the young which hatched from them, and conjectures that some dinosaurs may have cared for their young.

Foi dentro de um ônibus que o mundo começou a mudar. Em 1955, obrigada a ceder seu lugar num ônibus para uma pessoa branca, Rosa Parks foi presa por se recusar a se levantar. Sua rebeldia contra um sistema em que o racismo era garantido por lei deu origem a um boicote aos ônibus na cidade de Montgomery, no Alabama, e se tornou um marco na luta pelos direitos civis da população negra dos Estados Unidos – inspirando levantes contra injustiças por todo o país. Caminhando pela liberdade é um livro que, olhando para a história, aponta para o futuro ao mostrar como a colaboração e o engajamento podem transformar a realidade ao nosso redor.

Abraham Lincoln stood out in a crowd as much for his wit and rollicking humor as for his height. This Newbery Medal-winning biography of our Civil War president is warm, appealing, and illustrated with dozens of carefully chosen photographs and prints. Russell Freedman begins with a lively account of Abraham Lincoln''s boyhood, his career as a country lawyer, and his courtship and marriage to Mary Todd. Then the author focuses on the presidential years (1861 to 1865), skillfullly explaining the many complex issues Lincoln grappled with as he led a deeply divided nation through the Civil War. The book''s final chapter is a moving account of that tragic evening in Ford''s Theatre on April 14, 1865. Concludes with a sampling of Lincoln writings and a detailed list of Lincoln historical sites. This title has been selected as a Common Core Text Exemplar (Grades 2-3, Read Aloud Informational Text).

A compelling and unique collection of photographs with complementary text.

Describes the characteristics, habits, and behavior of the rattlesnake, a type of pit viper found only in the Americas, but especially in the United States and Mexico.

Describes the events leading up to the Declaration of Independence as well as the personalities and politics behind its framing.

A look at the life of Marco Polo.

Historical photographs with explanatory text present a picture of life in the American West from 1840 to the early 1900s.

Discusses the child care behavior of fifteen animal fathers including the seahorse, Darwin''s frog, emperor penguin, and gray wolf.

Describes the games that different young animals play for fun and to help develop skills and strength needed for adulthood.

A physical description of sharks and a discussion of their methods of hunting, details of birth, and their usefulness to humans.

An introduction to bird flight which includes a discussion of bird anatomy, feathers, and air currents and a comparison with airplane flight.

Describes the offspring of eleven familiar farm animals including a calf, piglet, and foal.

Describes the first days of life for a codfish, turtle, sea gull, robin, wolf, elephant, dolphin, and chimpanzee.

Discusses some interesting and unusual animal behavior such as hibernation, homing instincts, and elephants'' "burial" of their dead.

Introduces some dangerous sea creatures and describes the ways they kill.

Het leven van de Amerikaanse luchtvaartpioniers in woord en beeld.

A brief description of the various ways different animals transport their young.