How do we make a "sound judgment" in a culturally diverse society? How do we know the best path to follow in an interdependent world? These stories, based on social-studies, help us to understand that personal and environmental relationships impact our lives and our world.
The city-states of mainland Greece see much destruction before Alexander claims the throne.
Although his kingly ancestors had died violent deaths, Alexander the Great became ill with a fever and died soon thereafter. His outstanding victories...
Philip's well-trained military helps Alexander to be a strong leader.
Archeological discoveries reveal Pella, the birthplace of Alexander the Great, as a place of wealth.
Take a virtual tour to visit some of the places Alexander conquers.
By his own measure, Dr. Nash has recovered from schizophrenia.
Allan Quartermain, a hunter/explorer, is the hero ofH. Rider Haggard's novelKing Solomon's Mines.
In 1914 Britain enters the war because Germany invades Belgium. Many leaders of all involved countries are relatives.
While suffering from a mental disorder, John Nash has periods of time where he does amazing work.
Edgardo Mortara is a Jewish child, living in a Papal State, who is legally removed from his home under canon laws regarding baptism.
Szpilman survives the ravages of Warsaw, and then meets Hosenfeld, a German officer who saves his life.
The Franks break the truce they reach with Saladin, so he raises an army to fight against them.
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