Discusses the main concerns of the protest movements of the 1960s, and how those have evolved since; what's changed for the better, what might be worse, and where do we go from here.
Traces the history of dissent in the United States from the civil rights, anti-Vietnam War, and other movements of the 1960s, and the era's counterculture, and describes both subsequent progress and t
"Basketball fans love to cheer for the underdog, and every season they get reminded that anything can happen in pro basketball. An undrafted player can become and All-Star. A franchise known as a pere
"Baseball fans love to root, root, root for the underdog, and every summer they get reminded that anything can happen in pro baseball. An undrafted player can become and All-Star. A ball club known as
Can you hone your virtual gaming skills enough to make you a star in the world of pro gaming? First, find your game and pick your platform. Then, set out to see if you’ve got what it takes. Make real-
"Pairing two very unlike animals together for an imaginary fight, this book has readers comparing and contrasting the features of Brachiosaurus and giraffes"--
"Pairing two very unlike animals together for an imaginary fight, this book has readers comparing and contrasting the features of dung beetles and elephants"--
What does Player Efficiency Rating (PER) have to do with hoops greatness? More than you think. In this fun and smart look at basketball, you will discover stories and uncover facts that will help you
"Pairing two very unlike animals together for an imaginary fight, this book has readers comparing and contrasting the features of T. rex and rhinoceroses"--
What does Wins Above Replacement (WAR) have to do with baseball greatness? More than you think. In this fun and smart look at baseball, you will discover stories and uncover facts that will help you b
What's more exciting than a prison break? Frank Morris and John and Clarence Anglin escaped from Alcatraz in 1962 and have never been caught. Many authorities are certain they died crossing San Franci
Presents the life and accomplishments of the professional football player, describing his struggle to be selected as a quarterback at the University of Michigan, his first Super Bowl victory for the N
Some said it was too dangerous to fly. Others insisted the shuttle must take off. Lies, pressure, and faulty parts all played a terrible part in the explosion of the Challenger space shuttle in 1986.
Some said it was too dangerous to fly. Others insisted the shuttle must take off. Lies, pressure, and faulty parts all played a terrible part in the explosion of the Challenger space shuttle in 1986.
"Why be bored when you can do something awesome? Learn how to make a movie, navigate in the wilderness, create your own Olympic events, and more. If you want life to be more awesome, let The Guys' Gui
Presents the life and accomplishments of the African American man whose interest in reading and mathematics helped him publish a farmer's almanac and survey the U.S. capital during a time when few Afr
Text and photographs introduce a biography of Maurice Sendak, an author and illustrator of children's books including the famous book, Where the Wild Things Are.
In the year of her 80th birthday, Doris Day is still one of Hollywood’s most beloved stars. At 16, she was already working as a singer, and by the 1950s, she was America’s sweetheart. Nom
Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick drew positive and negative attention for kneeling during the national anthem to protest police violence against minorities in 2016. Two years later, he made hea
In pro baseball today, it’s good to be a stathead. Managers use stats to decide who should be in the lineup each game, where fielders should be positioned, and when to signal for a bunt or a steal. Pl
