Who makes the laws for our country? Congress does. Readers learning about Congress in school will get a much-needed jolt of excitement thanks to this book. Filled with factoids about strange members of Congress, unbelievable laws, fascinating fights, and other events from the history of Congress, this book draws even the most reluctant readers into history. Each fact is accompanied by an image that allows for further visual comprehension and a caption that adds a splash more of learning and fun.

James Madison helped to ratify America’s constitution and later served as president. But there are many things readers may not know about this Founding Father. Madison, for example, was a prolific writer—helping Alexander Hamilton and John Jay in writing the Federalist Papers. From Madison’s short stature to his early days in the White House, there are plenty of fun facts and stories about America’s fourth president that readers will love. They’ll also be introduced to Madison’s wife—Dolley—who was very influential during his presidency.

The US Constitution is the oldest, shortest, one-document constitution in the world. But this ground-breaking document is much more than that--it proved to be the driving force behind the fight for independence all over the world. Readers are sure to be surprised and entertained by the numerous fun facts featured in this book. The text is accompanied by helpful graphic organizers, historic images, maps, and photographs of the Constitution itself.

Pioneer women faced hard winters, few supplies, and loneliness once they settled on the American frontier—and that doesn’t even account for the months-long journey to their new home! During the mid-1800s, hundreds of thousands of Americans moved west as the United States expanded. From the women settling in Ohio to those striking out on their own during the California gold rush, pioneer women were a strong, courageous group. In this volume, readers encounter fun, surprising facts about pioneer women’s unique place in history. Historical images enhance this fun spin on an often overlooked era of women’s history.

Alexander Hamilton is a familiar name in American history because of the amazing life he led. From his early life as an orphan to traveling to New York City and becoming an influential Founding Father, Hamilton’s life was full of drama and achievements. This book looks at some of the most remarkable things about his life, giving a glimpse into his life in the Caribbean as well as the battles he had with other Founding Fathers to pass his financial plan for the new nation. Though his life ended in tragedy, readers will love learning about the man whose face appears on the ten-dollar bill in this engaging work full of fascinating trivia.

"Thomas Jefferson is known as the writer of the Declaration of Independence and a champion of democracy, but there was much more to his life than just his writing. From his early life in Virginia to his later presidency and the Louisiana Purchase, the story of Jefferson's life is full of fun facts readers will love learning. Whether exploring the details of his time in France or in George Washington's cabinet as the Founding Fathers created the framework for America, readers will get an in-depth look at Jefferson's role in the creation of their country in this exciting book."

"James Madison helped to ratify America's constitution and later served as president, but there are many things readers may not know about this Founding Father. Madison, for example, was a prolific writer, helping Alexander Hamilton and John Jay in writing the Federalist Papers. From Madison's short stature to his early days in the White House, there are plenty of fun facts and stories about America's fourth president that readers will love. They'll also be introduced to Madison's wife, Dolley, who was very influential during his presidency."