History's Very Worst

From torture to greedy rulers, history is full of awful people and events! However, the worst kings and most terrible battles can often offer unique insight into what was happening at that time in history. Why did Bloody Mary persecute Protestants? How did Al Capone get so powerful? Readers discover the most despicable criminals, the bloodiest battles, and the most gruesome torture in this set. Each chapter introduces a different person or event and provides historical context for readers to begin to understand the how and why within each chapter.

• Supports the Science of Reading with high-interest content to engage readers and encourage knowledge building
• Historical images bring readers up close to each chapter's person, event, or topic
• Complements social studies curricula