"How did Nelson Mandela help to heal a divided nation by supporting South Africa's Truth and Reconciliation Commission? What choices did he have, what support and advice did he receive, and how did hi
Russia: the Land and People takes you on a whistlestop tour around this fascinating country. Explore its varied landscapes, from massive lakes to frozen tundra, and meet some incredible wildlife along
A sensitive and accessible account of the refugee crisis facing millions around the world.What if you had to leave your home and you could never go back? What do you think that would be like?For milli
"How did John F. Kennedy protect his country from a nuclear threat and avoid the outbreak of a new world war? What choices did he have, what support and advice did he receive, and how did his decision
Discusses the controversies regarding privacy and surveillance, including the ethical aspects of electronic surveillance of citizens by the government, security of identity over the Internet, and stud
This series will tell the amazing stories of inspiring people who have made a difference and changed the world, despite the odds stacked against them. They will detail the characters' humble origins,
Introduces the major symbols of Judaism and what they mean; discusses Jewish prayer and worship, both in the synagogue and at home, rites of passage, and religious festivals; and shares folktales, rec
Introduces the major symbols of Hinduism and what they mean; discusses the Hindu gods, worship, rites of passage, and religious festivals; and shares folktales, recipes, and crafts from the Hindu trad
Introduces medical charities, discussing ways readers can be involved, the efforts of the organization's workers and volunteers, and shares stories and case studies.
Ladybird Histories is a series of books about periods and people in history that children find especially engaging and that are often taught in schools. Each book is packed full of interesting and ent
Presents advice for teens on making the most of relationships at school and at home, how to be safe and interact on a date, and how to deal with the end of a relationship.
Readers are in for a colorful adventure as they explore different flowers that grow in a garden. This book introduces readers to flower parts and features, such as the petals and sepals, and invites t
This book will help you to hunt for flowers in the garden and become a flower expert! You'll find out what happens in the different seasons, how flowers live and reproduce and find out what are annual
Explore how robots are helping surgeons to perform operations.The Science of Engineering series feature different forms of architecture and transport engineering. Features include funny and interestin
This title takes an indepth look at Heinz and the business behind on of the most well-known and exciting food brands today. Beginning with a single product, horseradish sauce, Heinz has become a multi
"Eco-Guides are trendy, stylish books that give school-age readers realistic and practical advice on how they can live an eco-conscious life, right now. And that action can be taken by themselves, wit
"How do we know about the slaves who escaped using what is known as the Underground Railroad, and about the people that organized it? What were they escaping from, and what happened to them? This book
If you are into bird watching, want to identify common birds or just want to get outdoors and understand nature, this book is for you. It is packed with photos of birds and information about how you c
Floods, and their deadly consequences, have hit the headlines over the past decade as countries around the world have been affected by serious flooding. But why are these occurrences becoming more
"This series will tell the amazing stories of inspiring people who have made a difference and changed the world, despite the odds stacked against them. They will detail the characters' humble origins,
This book challenges readers to take a close look at the amazing yet tiny creatures around them. Readers are in for an adventure as they explore pond habitats, spider webs, beehives, soil, and more. T
Bring history home and meet some of the world’s greatest game changers! Get inspired by the true story of the author of Harry Potter—the bestselling book series of all time! This biography series is f
In the 1960s, a woman's place was seen as being in the home. She even found it hard to make a big purchase if a man wasn't with her. African-American women faced racism daily and were given low-paid,
