Grab Hold of the PAST

Why bother studying history? Cheryl Harness, a nationally known author/illustrator of many history-themed books for young readers, offers TEN TOTALLY EXCELLENT REASONS. She's packed this lively little books with her thoughts on history, her own and the nation's. Classroom teachers, history buffs, and re-enactors will find a wealth of quotations, as well as resources, books, and weblinks. Among her singable poems are The Pilgrims and The Ballad of the Pony Express.
In her trademark entertaining style, this award-winning author and popular classroom presenter explains how understanding the PAST adds sparkle and depth to your life in the PRESENT, can enrich your future, and very possibly save the world.