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Judith St George
What was...?
What was...?
10 books
Ongoing series
About this series
The "What Was...?" series offers young readers an accessible introduction to significant historical events and places. Each book explains complex topics in an easy-to-understand format, perfect for curious minds learning about the past.
Books
What Was The Lewis & Clark Expedition?
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What was the Vietnam war?
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What Was The Great Depression?
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What Is the Panama Canal?
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What Was the Wild West?
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What Was the Great Chicago Fire?
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What Was the Age of the Dinosaurs?
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What Are the Winter Olympics?
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What Was World War I?
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What Was the Great Molasses Flood Of 1919?
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Frequently asked questions
What is the reading order for the What Was...? series?
The books in the What Was...? series can be read in any order, as each volume focuses on a distinct historical event or topic and does not build upon previous entries in a sequential narrative.
Who is the What Was...? series best for?
This series is ideal for elementary and middle school-aged children who are beginning to explore history and non-fiction. The accessible language and engaging format make complex topics understandable for young readers.
Are there any spin-off series related to What Was...?
The What Was...? series is part of a larger educational publishing line that includes companion series like "Who Was...?" and "Where Is...?", which focus on biographies and geographical locations, respectively, using a similar accessible format.