This book explains civil rights and the history of slavery in an accessible way for younger readers. Stories of slavery through history are explored chronologically. A selection of key civil rights
Each book in this series presents a fun ""autobiography"" of a popular mythical character. Amusingly illustrated and with simple levelled text, the books will be su
Each book in this series presents a fun ""autobiography"" of a popular mythical character. Amusingly illustrated and with simple levelled text, the books will be su
Each book in this series presents a fun ""autobiography"" of a popular mythical character. Amusingly illustrated and with simple levelled text, the books will be su
Each book in this series presents a fun ""autobiography"" of a popular mythical character. Amusingly illustrated and with simple levelled text, the books will be su
Car, train, ship or aeroplane - which form of transport is most harmful to the atmosphere? What do farming techniques such as agrochemicals do? What is a€?acid rain' and what are effects of it? This b
Is burning coal still harmful today? What is fracking? What do we do when fossil fuels run out? This book looks at the potentially harmful implications on the state of our planet from the use of fossi
"What makes Dilma Rousseff extraordinary? Read this book to find out. We explore her early years, including her developing interest in events and problems in her country. We look at the road to her si
"This book traces the life of Neil Armstrong, from his early childhood and education through his sources of inspiration and challenges faced, early successes, and the moon-landing for which he is best
"This book traces the life of Alexander Graham Bell, from his early childhood and education through his sources of inspiration and challenges faced, early successes, and the invention for which he is
"American Indians have always told stories filled with characters, creatures, and legends that have fascinated people around the world. This book mixes dramatic retellings and nonfiction information t
"The world's myths are filled with characters, creatures, and stories that have fascinated people for thousands of years. This series mixes dramatic retellings and non-fiction information to give a fu
Discusses the pharmaceutical industry, including the importance of clinical trials, criticism over "disease mongering," and the dangers of buying illegal medicines online.
Introduces African cultures; discusses important beliefs, traditions, and customs; and explores how the cultures are changing in the twenty-first century.
Presents some of the artifacts and treasures from ancient Egypt, describing such items as writing tools, weapons, cosmetics, musical instruments, sculpture, wall paintings, and papyrus documents.
Help save the planet by going green! From disappearing animals to drastic droughts, the planet is in trouble and you can do something to help. Learn about conserving water, saving forests, and fightin
Introduces facts about the human body, including how much the liver weighs, how much mucus a nose produces each day, and how to keep the blood healthy.
Describes wetland environments, current ecological threats, and how human impacts to the wetlands are being reduced, including information on draining and dredging, building dams, tourism, and polluti
Describes the problems posed by fossil fuel dependence; includes information on such alternative energy sources as biogas, solar and wind power, and fuel cells; and provides tips for saving energy.
White Wolves are engaging books that children want to pick up, at a range of different reading levels. Eighteen exciting new titles reflect the range of non-fiction texts children will come across in
White Wolves are engaging books that children want to pick up, at a range of different reading levels. Eighteen exciting new titles reflect the range of non-fiction texts children will come across in
White Wolves are engaging books that children want to pick up, at a range of different reading levels. Eighteen exciting new titles reflect the range of non-fiction texts children will come across in
"Poverty causes unbearable hardship to millions of people around the world. Many people do not have enough money to meet the basic needs of clean water, food, shelter, education, and health care. Tack
