The human body is made up of many different systems and organs that all work together to make a breathing, moving, thinking person. Readers will investigate how the heart pumps blood throughout the bo
This series takes a critical approach to some of the more captivating areas of the paranormal, including extraterrestrials, cryptozoology, lost mythical lands, witchcraft, and human interaction with s
Alligators were once in danger of becoming extinct, but readers will learn about how these scaly beasts were rescued from the brink of becoming another sad story. Brimming with colorful photographs, r
This straightforward but fascinating book takes a close look at Venus and shows young people just how different our neighboring planet is from our own. Known as the hottest planet, Venus is an example
A welcome edition for the digital age, this volume teaches young people how to do encyclopedia research in the traditional sense. Readers learn the basics of how to use an encyclopedia, how to search
Mercury, the smallest and densest planet in the solar system, was first observed at least five thousand years ago, but its proximity to the sun makes it difficult for scientists to study. This appeali
Though the Emancipation Proclamation is widely thought of as having brought an end to the despicable institution of slavery in the United States, the truth is a bit more complicated. The document actu
Chronicles the life and career of the Grand Slam champion, discussing how she began playing tennis, her move to the United States, and her life outside of the game.
Through space exploration humans have learned a great deal about the planets, stars, and other objects in space. More than five thousand spacecraft have been launched into space to gather information
Whether they glimmer to attract prey, to ward off predators, or for another reason entirely, glowing organisms are some of the most mesmerizing wonders of nature. This stunning volume introduces eleme
