Team Time Machine: New Nation

Without the promise of a statement of rights, the U.S. Constitution might never have been ratified. And without the aid of this time-traveling trio of kids, the Bill of Rights might not be what it is today, at least that's how this entertaining trip back in time tells it. Gaby, Zoe, and Will are in the thick of the action as Founding Father James Madison helps craft the first 10 amendments to the Constitution. Budding historians will love learning about these rights through the adventures of relatable young characters, fact boxes, historical images, and other beneficial text features.

In the early days of the United States, people voted for the president and vice president on the same ballot. In the presidential election of 1800, Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr received the same number of electoral votes. In this fictional blast to the past, Gaby, Zoe, and Will witness the tie-breaking decision that led to the election of the nation's third president. Readers learn more about America's early political beginnings with humor and intrigue, while historical images and fact boxes provide them with the information they need to understand how the election process in the United States has changed since 1800.

Three young friends from modern times suddenly find themselves face-to-face with sailors and famous warships from the War of 1812 in this exciting time-travel saga. Mia, Ben, and Sam are part of Team Time Machine, which means they can travel through time using books to power a time machine in a special library. When setting out to uncover the story behind the United States' national anthem, the team discovers an unexpected adventure and learns the War of 1812's historical significance. With engaging dialogue, informative fact boxes, and amusing illustrated characters, this book makes learning curricular social studies content fun and memorable.

In 1804, a group of brave explorers set out from Saint Louis, Missouri, to study the Louisiana Purchase and the Pacific Northwest. Three members of Team Time Machine get to tag along. In this adventure, Mia, Ben, and Sam travel with Lewis and Clark and their Corps of Discovery as they set out to map the new U.S. territory and learn about all the plants, animals, and people there. Young readers will learn much about this amazing expedition through humor, adventure, and colorful photographs and illustrations.

The Louisiana Purchase doubled the size of the United States in 1803 and it increased the wealth and strength of the nation. In addition, it was a great bargain! Readers follow along with three friends named Mia, Ben, and Sam as they use a time machine to travel back to the days of this historic transaction. Engaging dialogue and friendly characters hold the attention of enthusiastic and developing readers alike. Informative content reinforces key social studies concepts, making this an amusing guide that supports important curricular topics.

In mid-1787, some famous and important Americans gathered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They meant to amend the Articles of Confederation, but three young time travelers know they'll really be creating a whole new constitution for the United States! Gaby, Zoe, and Will visit the Philadelphia State House, take sides in the great debate over this important document, and witness the signing of the U.S. Constitution. Humor and adventure mix with important historical information. Color photographs and illustrations give readers a further glimpse into the past.