Best Selling Books by Dennis Brindell Fradin

In the early morning hours of July 11, 1804, two men stood facing each other on a New Jersey cliff side. One was the U.S. vice president, Aaron Burr, and the other was Alexander Hamilton, the secretary of the treasury. They were ready to fight to the death for honor.

Children's Press is pleased to introduce True Books for a new generation!Completely redesigned for today's young, investigative reader, True Books are an indispensable addition to any collection. Each book guides the reader through the facts that nurture their need to know.The new, dynamic True Books design features: -- an inviting and interactive page format-- a readable and attractive typeface-- large, bold, and brilliant full-color photographsThe True Books series takes the young reader beyond the standard, fact-filled text by adding avenues for further discovery. Each book includes a variety of sidebars, highlighting extra facts that will fascinate children. In the Important Words section, young readers will find a glossary of words that will both challenge and expand their vocabulary. Each book includes a To Find Out More section, where every curious reader can find a list of related books to read and organizations to contact.True Books also point readers to the vast electronic universe of information on the Internet. Each book will list: -- e-mail addresses to help the reader contact individuals and organizations-- appropriate newsgroups and mailing lists-- FTP sites to download fun and useful softwareBegun in the 1950s, True Books are universally embraced as the definitive nonfiction series for young readers. Now in its third incarnation, the True Books series has once again evolved to meet the needs and tastes of modern readers and educators.

A biography of the eighteenth-century printer, publisher, inventor, scientist, and statesman who played an influential role in the early history of the United States.

A brief biography of Sacagawea, the Shoshoni woman who accompanied explorers Lewis and Clark on their expedition in the early 1800s.

This glorious panorama of America's past and present helps young readers understand how the development of each state fits into the grand mosaic of America's history ... what each state looks like physically ... who its most memorable persons have been ... its landmarks, historic sites, and natural wonders. Graphic delights greet the eye with every turn of a page -- historic engravings and woodcuts, easy-to-read maps, and superb full-color photographs. Each book also includes a Did You Know? section of fascinating, and often unusual, facts about the state. While each book can be read straight through as a fascinating story, they also contain a wealth of useful reference material, organized for easy access. Includes a reference section, maps, glossary, and an index.

Describes the geography, plants and animals, history, economy, language, culture and people of the state of Nevada

Describes the geography, plants and animals, history, economy, language, culture and people of the state of Nebraska

Profiles each of the fifty-six men who signed the Declaration of Independence, giving historical information about the colonies they represented. Includes the text of the Declaration and its history.

Describes the geography, plants and animals, history, economy, language, culture and people of the state of Mississippi

Describes the geography, plants and animals, history, economy, language, culture and people of the state of Idaho

Answers basic questions about earning money students ask when considering career choices and financial skills needed for adulthood.

Describes the geography, plants and animals, history, economy, language, culture and people of the state of Maryland

Describes the geography, plants and animals, history, economy, language, culture and people of the state of Kansas

Answers basic questions students ask when learning about spending money and other financial skills needed for adulthood: strategies for making a budget; spending with cash versus credit; and whether to rent or buy a place to live.