Introduces the Roman Empire, describing its history, rulers, military, religion, art, architecture, and everyday life, with instructions for making such ancient Roman items as a helmet, mosaic, cymbal
Introduces the ancient Aztec Empire, describing its history, rulers, agriculture, religion, art, architecture, and everyday life, with instructions for making such Aztec items as a mask, headdress, an
Kids have the can-do spirit that can change the world. They raise money to help animals in disasters. They help animals in the areas where they live. Inside are stories about volunteers and the ways t
Kids have the power to change the world. They raise money for people in earthquakes. They help the people around them in a number of ways. Now its your turn to learn about volunteering. Inside are man
The world is changing. Air pollution is making people sick. Ice caps and glaciers are melting and mixing with the ocean, diminishing our water supply. The planets temperature is rising, drying out soi
Lights! Camera! Action! Go behind the scenes to see how a stunt person makes dangerous feats look fun and easy. Find out how racecar drivers and martial arts experts make the real action happen in Hol
Bicycles are a great way to get from place to place, but BMX riders are all about style. Readers will discover the high-flying world of BMX through exciting text. The history of the sport is on full d
Where ordinary people see walls and railings, some athletes see a challenge. Readers will discover who those athletes arefree runners. Using a mix of gymnastics and running, these daring few will guid
Shares a behind-the-scenes look at how race car drivers and martial-arts experts make the real action happen in Hollywood and discusses what it takes to be a great stunt performer.
Looks at the history of BASE jumping and discusses how and where people train for it, safety issues, equipment needed, and the challenges unique to this extreme sport.
"This book invites the reader to jump into a selection of poems about choices written by people from different places and times. It gives the reader the keys needed to unlock poems. It equips the read
