How Spanish and Portuguese colonialism shaped our conception of whitenessA landmark treatment of a pivotal historical question, Reckoning with Race in New Worlds reveals how the empires of Spain and Portugal debated and came to determine who was white and who was not during their colonial era. How did free people with partial Native American, Asian, or African lineage either become or cease to be blancos or brancos—white people? Ruth Hill...

"Robert E. Lee: A Story and a Play" by Ruth Hill offers a unique exploration of the life and legacy of one of America's most complex historical figures. The book combines narrative storytelling with dramatic elements, allowing readers to engage with Lee's character in a multifaceted way. Through vivid descriptions and compelling dialogue, Hill presents Lee not just as a military leader, but as a man shaped by his values, struggles, and the tumultuous times in which he lived, inviting reade...

“I want my children to know who I am.” This great-grandmother realized that her grown children knew very little about the tale of her family and her life’s journey, and they knew nothing about her brother who died tragically when he was seventeen years old. So she wrote a book. Ruth captures a simpler time of life of growing up on a small farm in Randolph, Vermont in the 1940s and 50s. Her father harvested ice during the winter and sold it during the summer, and she recalls fond memories i...

Three Generations of Secrets, Love and Loss1944. Cecile is parachuted into South East France to help the local Resistance. She is drawn into a dangerous love triangle, while all the time taking part in clandestine operations. Can she maintain her subterfuge long enough to complete her mission and return home safely?1963. Stephanie breaks free from her controlling mother Cecile, eager to make her own way in life. Can she sha...

"It's easier to build strong children than repair broken men and women. This book provides an incredible opportunity for parents and guardians to start important conversations early on." – Guvna B, rapper, author and broadcaster"Books like this are essential, the more children are comfortable talking about race the less barriers there will be between us." - Naomi and Natalie from EverydayracismDo you want to raise anti-racist childr...

COMPANY AYTCH has reigned as one of the most memorable and honest depictions of the American Civil War since its original publication in 1882. Sam R. Watkins’s firsthand account of life as a Confederate soldier eloquently captured the realities of war, the humor and pathos of soldiering, and the tragic, historic events in which he participated. Although there have been other versions of Company Aytch published, this is the first with new material and revisions by Sam Watkins himself. Featu...

God Placed You Here is a motivational powerhouse filled with inspirational poetry, prayers, affirmations, essays and heartfelt sentiments. The perfect way to start your day, pick up your afternoon and end your evening with a smile.Uplifting words of faith will encourage, inspire and assist you on your journey to developing a stronger connection with our Heavenly Father. Whether you were seeking to deepen your understanding of God’s love and direction, or beginning to lay the founda...

Originally published in 1989. The practical application of multicultural education to the British elementary school classroom is discussed. The first part explores the historical development of multicultural education, considering sex and class inequality and local and national educational practices; and makes suggestions for improvement. Part two suggests practical ideas for explicit and hidden curricula. Seven themes for ethnically diverse topics are suggested and for each area, teacher ...

Before the development of a vaccine, the deadly disease of measles was common. Marnie and her trusty AI sidekick Glitch set out to learn more about the story of measles. How is it treated and prevented? How did scientists discover its cause and develop a vaccine? As usual, Maisie goes a little above and beyond and learns EVERYTHING there is to know about measles, learning along the way how scientists and doctors work to keeps us safe.A fun graphic approach, diverse characters, and ...

The devastating bubonic plague of the 1300s killed millions—but science sleuth Marnie and her trusted AI sidekick Glitch discover there's more to the story when they research the plague for a school assignment. How did the plague start, and how did it spread? How do scientists and doctors work today to stop the spread of similar infectious diseases? Marnie is on the case to learn about Black Death and what it taught humanity about disease, medicine, and the power of science.A fun g...

In the early 1900s everyone from scientists to sanitation workers were trying to crack a true medical mystery—who was spreading typhoid fever in community of Mamaroneck, New York? All signs pointed to domestic worker Mary Mallon, but could she spread the disease without showing symptoms herself? Marnie and her trusted AI sidekick Glitch are on the case, following the clues to learn the history of typhoid fever, how it spread, and how we're protected from typhoid fever today. Science enthus...

The devastating bubonic plague of the 1300s killed millions—but science sleuth Marnie and her trusted AI sidekick Glitch discover there's more to the story when they research the plague for a school assignment. How did the plague start, and how did it spread? How do scientists and doctors work today to stop the spread of similar infectious diseases? Marnie is on the case to learn about Black Death and what it taught humanity about disease, medicine, and the power of science.A fun g...