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Before the Pilgrims landed at Cape Cod, what was happening in North America? Who was there? What civilizations rose and fell? For years, the answers to these questions have been shrouded in mystery. At the time of European contact, a diverse world of Native peoples thrived across the continent. What was their backstory? Who were the ancestors of the Sioux? Where did the Navajo come from? What about the Apache, the Comanche, the Cherokee?

What happened to the ancient Egyptians? When their civilization fell, did the Egyptian people disappear? Or do their descendants exist to this day? What about the ancient Persians? Romans? Mayans? For years, the answers to these questions have been hidden. But no more. Nathaniel T. Jeanson, a Harvard graduate with a PhD in cell and developmental biology, has discovered a DNA-based, generation by generation family tree for global humanity. This tree uncovers the origin and fate of these ancient peoples—and connects them to peoples alive today.

What is honor? How does someone show resourcefulness? What does it mean to be patient, forgiving, or brave? When it comes to understanding and developing character traits, biographical stories are a powerful tool. Powerful not only because they so effectively illustrate virtues but also because your young reader doesn't feel preached at. These 10 stories are engrossing! - Instead of being told, "You should be dependable," they will read about medic Cecil Breeden who unflinchingly administered medical care to wounded soldiers on Omaha Beach amidst heavy German fire on D-Day.

Step into the pivotal years of America’s fight for freedom with Profiles of Valor: Vol. 3, a virtue-driven collection of biographical sketches from the War of Independence.

Are you searching for true heroes your children can look up to—heroes who shaped a nation and modeled godly values? Step into the earliest days of America’s fight for freedom with Profiles of Valor: Vol. 1, a virtue-driven collection of biographical sketches from the War of Independence.

Step into the final chapters of America’s fight for freedom and the birth of a nation with Profiles of Valor: Vol. 4, a virtue-driven collection of biographical sketches from the War of Independence and the founding era. Learn American History While Building Godly Character From daring espionage to the halls of Congress, you’ll meet ten real heroes, each demonstrating a powerful character quality: Availability ~ Emily Geiger Cautiousness ~ James Armistead Courage ~ Jordan Freeman Decisiveness ~ Gen.

Are you searching for true heroes your children can look up to? Step into the turning point of America’s fight for freedom with Profiles of Valor: Vol. 2, a virtue-driven collection of biographical sketches from the War of Independence.