While Alexander Graham Bell won the race to patent the telephone, he was only one among many inventors who explored instant voice communication. This fascinating book describes the evolution of the te
Photos and illustrations accompany clear, engaging text to offer glimpses at the many struggles slaves faced during the colonial period while also celebrating the strength found in family ties. Simult
Using examples from all areas of the medieval world, shows how myths and legends influenced people's lives, and how these stories were immortalized through oral storytelling, in music, and in crafts.
Examines the behavior, habitats, and bodies of seals and sea lions and describes how they hunt, why they are important to oceans, and why many are in danger.
Full-color illustrations, dazzling photography, and easy-to-understand text explain the four zones of the marine biome, their plants and animals, coral reefs and estuaries, the importance of oceans to
Examines the behavior, habitats, and bodies of these prehistoric fish, dispels shark myths, and describes how sharks hunt, why they are important to oceans, and why many are in danger.
Examines the behavior, habitats, and bodies of these prehistoric fish, dispels shark myths, and describes how sharks hunt, why they are important to oceans, and why many are in danger.
Examines the behavior, habitats, and bodies of seals and sea lions and describes how they hunt, why they are important to oceans, and why many are in danger.
Full-color illustrations, dazzling photography, and easy-to-understand text explain the four zones of the marine biome, their plants and animals, coral reefs and estuaries, the importance of oceans to
An informative book shows young readers the basic make-up of coal and how it is mined, describing how the rise of industry led to more widespread coal use for fuel as wood reserves became depleted, an
Young readers will be fascinated by this book that features fashions from the days of knights and ladies and topics which include the making of fabrics, peasants’ clothing, a noble’s clothing, hygiene
Describes different kinds of castles, their purposes, how they were built, and what it was like to live in a castle, looking particularly at the roles played by women and children.
Describes daily life in Europe during the Middle Ages, looking at the social hierarchy of the feudal system, through which kings and lords became rich while peasants remained poor.
A colorful book features beautiful artwork that helps show how children spent their days in medieval times, covering topics such as homemade toys; indoor games including chess, backgammon, and cards;
Features daily life in a town, the artisans and businesspeople who populated it, and what kind of transportation was available in the days of horse and cart, covering trades for food, trades for equip
