Michael Burgan, author portrait
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Michael Burgan

MICHAEL BURGAN is an award-winning children’s author with more than 25 years in the industry. His past books include Shadow Catcher, a Woodson Honor Book; Tank Man; Who Was Henry Ford?; and Who Was Theodore Roosevelt? He has also been a frequent author for National Geographic Kids. His works include Weird But True! Know-It-All Rocks and Minerals, Weird But True! Know-It-All Middle Ages, and Weird But True! Know-It-All U.S. Government.
Weird But True! Know-It-All: U.S. Government
Weird But True! Know-It-All Middle Ages
Deadly Hearts
What Is the Story of Batman?

Books

Weird But True! Know-It-All: U.S. Government
Weird But True! Know-It-All Middle Ages
Deadly Hearts
What Is the Story of Batman?

Get Inspired! Books for After-School Clubs & Activities

Coordinating after-school clubs and activities in your school community? Explore our collection of books that will help students discover their passion for new (and screen-free!) hobbies. Focusing on topics such as art, board games, crafting, cooking, nature, sports, and more—these books are bound to spark imagination and movement. Browse the middle school and high school

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