Brian Armstrong

"On March 1, 1894, two African American men broke into a home in rural Franklin Park and murdered a white woman and her daughter before her husband fought and killed the attackers. The newspapers called it 'Franklin Park Tragedy,' and the story captivated public attention nationally and abroad..."--Back cover.

Shapes are everywhere, and understanding geometric properties is an essential part of math education. A comprehensive introduction to geometry is told through relatable narratives and real-world situations, teaching readers how to recognize geometry in everyday life. Engaging visuals and age-appropriate content work together to reinforce complex math concepts. Polygons are all around us, and readers will learn how to recognize them and their attributes...

First settled along a tributary of the Raritan River in 1720, South River was known as Willettstown and later as Washington. Part of East Brunswick until 1898, it emerged as an independent borough in Middlesex County with the passage of the state law to incorporate it. Although comprising fewer than three square miles, South River once served as a shipping and transportation link between New York and Philadelphia and has been home to industry since...

An important and timely collection features educational, in-depth introductions to some of the most notable and integral individuals and events that make up Black History.

It's about breaking cycles and building dreams. Set in a contemporary, tough, inner-city precinct, this is a story of revenge and triumph, as a teenage boy is torn between his unexpected love of theatre and the disintegration of his family. With encouragement from his unconventional American drama teacher, he confronts his past and eventually takes control of his future.