Samurai warriors are often thought of as stoic loners who wandered the land helping poor villagers fight against their oppressors. However, although a few Samurai worked alone, most of them considered
When thinking about Ninjas people often picture deadly killers wearing black clothing. However, while ninjas could be fierce and skilled warriors, they weren't just assassins who sneaked around in the
When one thinks about the Vikings, usually images of savage fighters arriving in longships to raid villages come to mind. But the Vikings weren't just violent invaders trying to steal treasure. These
Mention 'Medieval Knights' and people may think of King Arthur and his knights of the Round Table. But these warriors weren't just heroes from fables and legend. They were real men who strapped themse
Stick with Max Axiom as he explores the powerful force of magnetism. Travelling the globe and solar system, young readers will unlock the mysteries of the magnetic world. The Capstone Interactive edit
Listen up! Max Axiom is about to unravel the mysteries behind sound and how it travels through space and time. Young readers will discover, loud and clear, the truth about the super science of sound.
When the legendary Babe Ruth strode to the plate in Game 3 of the 1932 World Series, the game was tied 4-4 in the fifth inning. After taking two strikes, Ruth cemented his place in baseball history. H
At the 1936 Summer Olympics in Berlin, Germany, the last thing Adolf Hitler expected was to see a black man compete and win. But Jesse Owens didn't just win. He was dominant in the track and field eve
In 1980 the Soviet Union had dominated the world of hockey for nearly 30 years. Nobody thought the USSR's hockey team could be beaten in the Winter Olympics. But US Hockey coach Herb Brooks didn't bel
In 1975 two legends of boxing met in the ring for the third and final time. Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier had already clashed in two previous bouts, with each claiming a victory. But in this final tita
Gather round to hear of epic battles and petty feuds between gods — told from ancient myths around the world! Warring Gods gathers seven diverse battle stories in one book so readers can discover the
Join super scientist Max Axiom as he explores the technology behind and everyday use of robots in our world. Science and engineering content central to the STEM Initiative comes alive in full-color gr
Born in 1452, Leonardo da Vinci is still, today, considered one of the most talent people to have ever lived. From his world famous paintings and drawings, such as the Mona Lisa and the Vitruvian Man,
Join super scientist Max Axiom as he explores the technology behind and everyday use of drones in our world. Science and engineering content central to the STEM Initiative comes alive in full-color gr
In 1990, after 27 years of political imprisonment, Nelson Mandela regains his freedom ready to forgive and invite his people to follow in his footsteps, to heal the deep wounds of a divided society. M
When she turned thirteen years old, Anne received a gift that would change her life: a personal diary. In it, she expressed her desires, fears and hopes while living in confinement with her family dur
In 2013, the white smoke of the Vatican announced to the world the election of the first Latin American Pope. That day, Father Jorge became Francis, but a few weeks earlier, he was walking the streets
Gather round to hear of how the earth came to be — told from ancient myths around the world! Dawn of Time gathers seven diverse creation stories in one book so readers can discover the unique differen
Gather round to hear of a devastating flood that washed across the lands — told from ancient myths around the world! Cleansing the World gathers seven diverse flood stories in one book so readers can
Gather round to hear of how life on earth will end — told from ancient myths around the world! End of Days gathers seven diverse apocalypse stories in one book so readers can discover the unique diffe
Readers are invited to experience the most heart-pounding escapes of World War II when they join a resistance fighter as he eludes the Nazis through a series of stories that drop readers behind enemy
Readers are invited to experience the most heart-pounding escapes of World War II when they join a resistance fighter as he eludes the Nazis through a series of stories that drop readers behind enemy
"The true story of Lt. Robert Grimes running for his life as he evades being captured by Nazi soldiers. Robert Grimes escapes danger with help from the Comet Line, a resistance group that rescued Alli
"Story of men who tunneled to escape a German prisoner-of-war camp. Learn about the planners, task leaders, and key players of the escape from Stalag Luft III"--
When Kami begins thinking that she'd like to be a doctor someday, her futurist Aunt Luna takes her on a journey into the future to examine the next one hundred years of medical innovations.
From self-driving cars to magnetic trains, the future of transportation is full of exciting possibilities. Hit the fast lane to see what the next 100 years of transportation may have in store for the
Plates crash to the floor and dressers topple over as the earth rumbles beneath you. Earthquake! These deadly natural disasters can leave people trapped under tons of wreckage. Despite being buried al
Drifting alone on the ocean for days on end. The hot sun is beating down, and water is all you can see in any direction. In these horrible conditions, there are some who have found the will to survive
Courage finds its way into the hearts of soldiers in the heat of war. A soldier's bravery is tested on the battlefield, where life-and-death decisions are made in a split second. These true stories de
You're swimming in the ocean when you see a fin cutting through the water toward you. Shark! Although they have the upperhand in their watery home, some people have encountered shark attacks and have
In order to claim his place as king, Jason set out in search of a rare treasure. With the help of brave men called Argonauts, Jason fought harpies, navigated through rocky cliffs, and confronted a fea
Long ago, soldiers from Greece and Troy battled in a deadly war that began over a woman's love and ended with the infamous Trojan Horse. Discover how warriors such as Achilles and Hector became legend
When a spontaneous time leap sends Nickolas Flux back to the Titanic's maiden voyage, what's a teenage history buff to do? Try to avoid going down with the ship, of course! From trying to help spot ic
To fulfill his quest and erase a sorrowful past, the half-man, half-god Hercules was ordered to complete 12 difficult labors. From wrestling the Nemean Lion to capturing the Erymanthian boar, Hercules
