Walter LaPlante
1) Tecumseh
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
"Tecumseh played a role in much of early US history. He formed a confederacy of Native American tribes in the early 1800s, fought future president William Henry Harrison in the Battle of Tippecanoe, and then sided with the British in the War of 1812. The life of this great Shawnee orator and leader teaches readers about standing up for one's beliefs as well as the Native American experience during the early 1800s. The main content includes biography...
2) Sitting Bull
Author
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
Learn about Native American Sitting Bull from birth until death.
"Sitting Bull is best known for his part in the Battle of the Little Bighorn. He continually resisted the US government's mandate that all Native Americans must move to reservations they set up. Sitting Bull became an important leader to his people, the Lakota, and a symbol to others who wished to resist the US laws as well. With an emphasis on the Native American experience, this volume...
Author
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
Standing tall over New York Harbor, the Statue of Liberty shines her light for all to see. This US monument isn't just a great place to visit on a trip to New York City. It has represented US freedom for more than 125 years! Readers learn that this US symbol was a gift from France for the country's centennial. They also learn about the construction of this beautiful statue and other important historical context. Full-color and historical images showcase...