The true abolition of slavery was achieved when the Thirteenth Amendment was ratified on December 6, 1865. The first section of the Amendment declares: “Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction.” The Amendment is unique in the Constitution because it bars every person from holding slaves or engaging in other forms of involuntary servitude, whereas most constitutional provisions only constrain or regulate the government. It is unique in another way as well: although the Constitution obliquely acknowledged and accommodated slavery in its original text, the Thirteenth Amendment was the first explicit mention of slavery in the Constitution. The most immediate impact of the Thirteenth Amendment was to end chattel slavery as it was practiced in the southern United States.

Princess Amara wants to find a husband. She has 3 criteria: He should be of noble birth (a prince). He ought to be intelligent and hold stimulating conversations. He has to be brave and stand by her side. The Duchess Beatrice sends Prince Edward, who is handsome and well-born, but lacks intelligence and finds intellectual discussions boring. Prince Frederick is the next suitor. He's brave and a skilled fighter, but has no interest in Amara's love for astronomy and finds it unimportant. Neither prince meets all of Amara's criteria. Amara helps a village from bandits and meets Leo, a scholar with no royal title. However, he is intelligent, kind, and shares Amara's interests.

In a sky filled with fluffy clouds, one cloud stands out—a little cloud named Cully who can't help but giggle all the time! From sunrise to sunset, Cully's laughter echoes through the sky, making rainbows dance and birds chirp in rhythm. But when a dark storm cloud threatens to steal the sunshine, Cully's laughter is put to the test. Can laughter be strong enough to chase away the storm? Follow Cully on a journey of joy, courage, and friendship, where the power of laughter can brighten even the darkest of days. Perfect for children aged 4-8, this delightful story teaches the importance of positivity, resilience, and the magic of laughter in overcoming challenges.

individual pages where it demonstrates what the children love to do - i like to walk to build sandcastles in the sandpit

Once upon a time, in a village nestled at the foot of a great mountain named 山·, there lived two siblings: 火 (which means "fire") and 水 (which means "water"). 火 was full of energy and always rushing into things, while 水 was calm, patient, and thoughtful. One summer, the village faced a terrible drought. The rivers dried up, the crops turned brown, and the villagers didn’t know what to do. 火, with his fiery spirit, said, “I’ll climb 山 and find a way to fix this!” 水, always the voice of reason, said, “I’ll come with you. We’ll solve this together.” As they climbed the mountain, the air grew warmer, and the ground rumbled softly. At the top, they found a glowing crater filled with fiery embers. 火 picked up a burning rock and said, “Look! The mountain’s fire! Maybe we can use it to help the village!” But 水 shook her head. “Fire alone won’t solve everything. We need water too.” Suddenly, the ground shook, and the mountain began to rumble. 火 dropped the rock, and 水 closed her eyes, whispering, “Please, 山, help us.” To their surprise, the mountain listened. A cool spring bubbled up from the ground, calming the rumbling and sending fresh water down the mountain. The water flowed into the village, filling the rivers and bringing life back to the plants. The villagers cheered, and 火 realized that his fiery energy worked best when balanced with 水’s calm wisdom. Together, they had helped the mountain and saved the village.

Maria's Strawberry Patch is a heartwarming tale about the power of love, kindness, and the joy of giving. Through Maria's journey, we see how her passion for strawberries and her dedication to her craft not only bring her happiness but also spread joy to others. From her encounters with the mischievous squirrel to her meeting with the magical fairy, Maria learns that true happiness comes from sharing one's gifts with the world. Her strawberries become a symbol of hope and wonder, inspiring others to pursue their passions and spread happiness to those around them. Maria's legacy is a testament to the enduring power of love and the magic of kindness that lives on long after we're gone. This timeless story is a must-read for anyone who believes in the power of goodness and the joy of giving.

A short story about a tiger who teaches kids to tell time. Geared towards kids 3-5 years old.

A story about two horses

Yasmin, ein kleines Mädchen, lebt in einem idyllischen Dorf voller Natur. Eines Nachts träumt sie von einem Spaziergang durch den Wald, wo sie einen weisen Phönix namens Flamara trifft. Flamara erzählt ihr von dem Gesetz des Einsseins, das besagt, dass alles in der Welt – Bäume, Flüsse, Tiere und Sterne – miteinander verbunden ist. Er erklärt, dass wir alle Teil eines großen Ganzen sind und diese Verbindung mit dem Herzen spüren können. Tief berührt schließt Yasmin die Augen und fühlt die Wärme der Sonne, das Flüstern des Windes und das Zwitschern der Vögel. Sie versteht nun, dass sie nie allein ist und dass Liebe und Harmonie die Schlüssel zu einem erfüllten Leben sind. Dankbar erwacht Yasmin aus ihrem Traum, glücklich und friedlich, bereit, das Gesetz des Einsseins in ihrem Leben umzusetzen. Sie hilft den Tieren, pflegt die Pflanzen und verbreitet Freude, erkundend, dass wahre Magie im Verständnis und der Liebe zur Welt um sie herum liegt.

An exciting adventure awaits as we explore the adventures of Megan and her best friend Bo. Each chapter has a lesson to learn. At the end we will define what was taught and see how well you paid attention.

Logan tends to fight too much at school. His parents sign him up for karate lessons. He learns how to fight but, more importantly, learns when to fight and when it is not right to do so. He now behaves much better at school.

Dr. Xia, an extraordinary girl, had a magic toy clinic. She fixed broken toys, making them as good as new.

lisa and her little sister

Once upon a time, in the beautiful state of Arizona, there lived a clever and adventurous ringtail cat named Sprite. Sprite was no ordinary ringtail cat; he had a special job that made him a hero to all who visited the magnificent Arizona Biltmore hotel. Sprite's story began long ago, during the days of pioneers and gold rushes. Back then, people traveled west in search of fortune and adventure. Among these travelers were miners who settled in the rugged Arizona landscape. It was there that they discovered the little creature with a vibrant tail that they called the ringtail cat. Ringtails were special because they were not only cute and affectionate but also incredibly skilled at keeping cabins and mines free of disease-spreading rodents and insects. They became beloved pets to the miners and helped make life a little bit easier for them in the wild west.

the book explains for a 5 year old - how to builde a huge lego castle using the scrum project method

1. Clementine the fruit fairy is visiting her friends in the enchanted grove today. 2. She is flying over to bring them blueberries. 3. Her friend Zig the snail is so happy to see her.

1. The farmer is walking and worried about how much seeds he will buy and fertilizers he will buy. 2. Suddenly he sees math. 3. Math help him to count fertilizers and seeds he will buy. 4. Math help to calculate his pesticide application. 5. Math also help him in soil sampling test. 6. Math determine their size and the amount of crops they can plant. 7. Math helps to track the weight and growth rates of their animals, which helps them determine feeding needs and potential profit. 8. Math help farmer in his farm finances 9. In the end, it shows how math is used in data-driven society like agriculture. 10. It also shows how modern agriculture relies heavily on math

this book will tell us a fascinating story about the brave boy David and his exploits in the world of Dinosaurs

Hunter is a 6 year old boy. He and his father are out for a walk in the park and see an injured bird. Hunter convinces his Dad that they should bring the bird home and help it heal. They feed it, talk to it, and along the way learn some lessons about life and kindness. (btw - Hunter decides to name the bird "Mickey" after his grandpa's favorite baseball player - Mickey Mantle)

small animals gather in a large clearing in the forest and learn new things