Book Series · 5 Books

What You Didn't Know About History Books

In order from Life as a Pioneer to The Transcontinental Railroad.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$869

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2012

Life as a Pioneer

Survive the frontier's harsh realities and unexpected challenges.

24 pages

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Summary: Brave pioneers face relentless dust storms, hostile encounters, and failing crops as they strive to transform the untamed American frontier into a home. Discover their resilience and the surprising details of their daily lives, from makeshift shelters to unconventional solutions for basic needs. What secrets did they uncover in their quest for survival?

The complete set

What You Didn't Know About History Series

5 books · Published 2012–2013

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$869

Life as a Pioneer

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2012

Survive the frontier's harsh realities and unexpected challenges.

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$869

Life During the American Revolution

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2012

Discover the untold oddities of the American Revolution.

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$869

Life During the Gold Rush

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2012

Discover the harsh realities and hidden stories of the California Gold Rush.

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$869

Life in the Wild West

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2012

Uncover the gritty truth of the Wild West beyond the myths.

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$869

The Transcontinental Railroad

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2013

Uncover the untold truths of the transcontinental railroad's construction.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the What You Didn't Know About History series?

There are 5 books in the What You Didn't Know About History series. It began with Life as a Pioneer in 2012, and the newest book, The Transcontinental Railroad, was published in 2013.