Discusses the weapons of American Civil War soldiers and different means of warfare used during that conflict.

Chronicles the American Civil War, its causes, events, and results and examines innovations in technology and strategy that came about during the conflict.

The Newbery Award-winning author of Up a Road Slowly presents the unforgettable story of Jethro Creighton—a brave boy who comes of age during the turbulent years of the Civil War.
In 1861, America is on the cusp of war, and young Jethro Creighton is just nine-years-old. His brother, Tom, and his cousin, Eb, are both of fighting age. As Jethro's family is pulled into the conflict between the North and the South, loyalties...

"Simple explanations and high-quality historical photography introduce middle grade students to the people, battles and politics that shaped the American Civil War, covering subjects ranging from child soldiers and healthcare heroes to the roles played by the railroads and the media."--

A biography of Abraham Lincoln, focusing on his role as president in ending slavery in the United States.

Presents a child's perspective on the Civil War covering industrialization in the North, agriculture and slavery in the South, and daily life in both areas.

Describes and interprets the era of the Civil War, its events, and topics with viewpoints, definitions, report topics, chronologies, sidebars, and statistics.

The American Civil War began in 1861 when a group of Southern states voted to secede. At that point, no one knew what a heavy toll the ensuing war would have on both sides of the conflict. Not only did more than 850,000 die, but millions more would suffer in other ways. Families of soldiers were left behind, just hoping to see their loved ones again. This indispensable book provides important facts about the war as well as critical information about...

Discusses the events of the conflict between northern and southern states in the mid-nineteenth century, a war in which more than one million men died or were wounded.