Jessica Gunderson

Soldier and commander. Traitor and turncoat. Benedict Arnold has been called many names throughout history. But who was the real Benedict Arnold? Explore Arnolds life as he fights his way through the American Revolution. Then decide for yourself...

Great explorer and sailor. Hungry for riches and gold. Views about Christopher Columbus have changed over time. But who was the real Christopher Columbus? Explore Columbus's life throughout his journeys to the New World. Then decide for yourself...

Tells the story of how Eli Whitney invented the cotton gin, and the effects it had on the Southern United States. Written in graphic-novel format. Author - Jessica Gunderson. Narrator - Various Narrators. Published Date - Thursday, 19 January 2023.

Lindsey is sad when her friend Julia moves away. She is convinced she will never find another friend to play with her in the garden. But when Julia’s tulip bulb finally blooms in Lindsey’s garden, a new friendship will also bloom. Author - Jessica...

King Pelias promises Jason the throne if Jason can capture the Golden Fleece. Jason and his men, the Argonauts, depart on a great journey. After years of sailing adventures, Jason and his men arrive at Colchis, home of the Golden Fleece. Will Jason...

In 2003, Jay-Z retired from making music. He had made award-winning albums, founded a record label, and had his own line of clothing. He walked away, but he couldn't stop writing songs. Three years later, he was back on the charts with a hit album and...

Medusa, once a bewitching beauty, has become a hideous monster with snakes for hair. When men look at her, they turn to stone. When King Polydectes sends Perseus for Medusas head, he thinks Perseus will soon be another one of Medusas stone men. Or...

A stone shrine shrouded in the Black Hills of South Dakota, Mount Rushmore is a symbol of democracy and freedom. Infographics, fact boxes, sidebars, and primary historic photos tell the story of this famous monument and the men who built it. Author -...

With the start of seventh grade, Olivia's longtime friend, Beth, has found new interests and new friends. Now Olivia thinks if she could just afford the type of clothes that Beth now wears, maybe their friendship could be restored. Motivated by a need...

Song Sun likes to talk but never listens. After talking too much to a stranger, Song Sun accidentally gives away the Chinese secret of silk making. Will Song Sun be able to save the secret? Author - Jessica Gunderson. Narrator - Various Narrators....

Throughout the 1850s, the issues of slavery and states' rights had divided the nation. With the election of 1860, these issues finally came to a head, setting the stage for the American Civil War. Compelling, action-packed text, vivid sensory details,...

Read-It! Chapter Books: Historical Tales-Whether mysterious or hilarious, these historical fiction chapter books extend reading skills and build confidence in young readers through fast-paced stories set in Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome,...

Han Li thinks he is the smartest poet and most talented painter in China. His master, Lin Cho, tries to warn him about his arrogance, but Han Li does not listen. When Lin Cho becomes ill before he can finish his painting for the emperor, what will Han...

Read-It! Chapter Books: Historical Tales-Whether mysterious or hilarious, these historical fiction chapter books extend reading skills and build confidence in young readers through fast-paced stories set in Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome,...

Zhou never seems to beat his brother, Cheng, at anything. But when Zhou finds a jade dragon, his luck changes. Soon, Zhou is beating Cheng at everything. Will Zhou and his jade dragon be able to keep up the winning streak, or will he lose his luck?...

Read-It! Chapter Books: Historical Tales--Whether mysterious or hilarious, these historical fiction chapter books extend reading skills and build confidence in young readers through fast-paced stories set in Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, Ancient...

Explains the dramatic story of Lewis and Clark's exploration of the unmapped American west. Written in graphic-novel format. Author - Jessica Gunderson. Narrator - Various Narrators. Published Date - Thursday, 19 January 2023.

Luiz and Rosa wake up early to go to the carnival. At the carnival, Luiz and Rosa ride the bumper cars, dunk a clown, and go up, up in the air on the Ferris wheel. Read and ride along, and learn about motion! Author - Jessica Gunderson. Narrator -...

Read-It! Chapter Books: Historical Tales-Whether mysterious or hilarious, these historical fiction chapter books extend reading skills and build confidence in young readers through fast-paced stories set in Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome,...

Troy’s dream is to be a farmer like his grandfather, so his mother helps him plant sunflower seeds in their backyard. When the sprouts form buds and are ready to bloom, disaster strikes! Will the sunflowers survive and bloom, or will Troy watch his...

After Yung-lu's father dies of mercury poisoning, the young girl leaves for Chang'an. She is determined to take her father's place as a warrior. When Yung-lu arrives, she is met with two big surprises. The emperor is taking mercury, and the army is...

Tells the story of the fire at the Triangle Shirtwaist factory in New York City on March 25, 1911. Written in graphic-novel format. Author - Jessica Gunderson. Narrator - Various Narrators. Published Date - Thursday, 19 January 2023.

After Confederate General Robert E. Lee's surrender on April 9, 1865, the Civil War finally appeared to be coming to a close. But the nation's joy was about to be cut short by a sinister assassination plot and one of the largest manhunts in U.S....

Someone was trying to kill Malcolm X, and he knew who it was. From his troubled youth to his days as spokesman for the Nation of Islam, Malcolm X had much to say about race and civil rights. But when he split with the Nation of Islam, the charismatic...