In 1845, Sir John Franklin commanded two ships on an expedition to find a Northwest Passage from England through the Arctic and over to Asia. If successful, the route would be a faster way to get good
Some animals live in water. Some animals live on land. The land that animals live on can be very different. What makes a place the right home for an animal? Let’s investigate habitats!
Sitting in a tree, a hunter quietly scopes out the woods. Suddenly a white tail appears. The hunter has one chance to take the shot! Readers can join in the excitement of whitetail deer hunting and le
Whether it’s a rabbit, a deer, or something even bigger, nothing is more exciting than the thrill of the hunt. This is especially true when your weapon requires the skill and precision of a bow and ar
A duck hunter crouches in a camouflage tent called a blind. Suddenly, a flock of ducks takes flight from the water. The hunter has one chance to take the shot! Readers will learn about the gear, weapo
Freshwater fishing is the perfect combination of relaxation and excitement. When you’re not peacefully looking out at the water, you’re reeling in the big one! Readers will learn all about the gear an
In the wild, animals use teeth, claws, and other natural weapons to attack their prey. On the battlefield, soldiers need weapons to fight the enemy. Military forces have often looked to nature for ins
Animals have many traits that help them survive in the wild. Inspired by animals' incredible abilities, military forces have created many machines over the years to achieve success on the battlefield.
Explore the past, present, and future of Niagara Falls. Beautiful photos, fact-filled text, and engaging infographics help readers learn all about this natural wonder and how to protect it long into t
Madam C.J. Walker wasn't just an inventor. She was also a political activist and businesswoman. Young readers will discover that she was not only fought for civil rights, but became one of the most s
Explore the past, present, and future of Mount Everest. Beautiful photos, fact-filled text, and engaging infographics help readers learn all about this natural wonder and how to protect it long into t
Benjamin Banneker wasn't just a scientist. He was also an author, astronomer, and mathematician. Young readers will discover how this self-taught man came to be one of the first important African Amer
"Benjamin Banneker wasn't just a scientist. He was also an author, astronomer, and mathematician. Young readers will discover how this self-taught man came to be one of the first important African Ame
"Madam C.J. Walker wasn't just an inventor. She was also a political activist and businesswoman.Young readers will discover that she was not only fought for civil rights, but became one of the most su
You may have read sports books before, but you’ve never read one like this. You’re the main character, and you’ve played football for most of your life. But without any parents, you’re not only off th
Discusses the controversy surrounding women in combat while detailing stories of women from today and yesterday who found themselves on the front lines of battle.
Women have always played a part in war, but until recently in the U.S., they were not allowed to fight on the front lines. This book will look into the controversy surrounding women in combat while de
More than 1,100 women volunteered to be a U.S. WASP (Women's Air Service Pilot) to contribute to World War II. Read about the courageous women who put their lives on the line to do their part in the n
Life’s not easy for you and your brothers. You’ve been in and out of foster care for much of your life. At least you have baseball. It’s the one thing that’s kept you in school and out of trouble. But
You love hockey, and as the starting goalie for the local boys’ hockey team, you’ve got a good thing going. At least, you did. Now, you’re living your worst nightmare: The team’s new backup goalie mig
You love soccer and you’re really good at it, but you have other dreams, too: like going to college and becoming a writer. That’s a long way off, though. Right now, you’re focused on winning the champ
Fascinating facts, figures, and pictures highlight informative text about some of the most interesting and extreme jobs that use math. Young readers will learn what kind of training it takes to be a s
Introduces the history of communication from the first watercraft through the steam engine to the latest cleaner and more energy efficient inventions and discusses possible future developments.
"Let numbers open your eyes to the amazing military world. You may know that SEAL training is tough, but what's the drop out rate? How fast and how far can fighter jets fly? Exactly how many pairs of
Henry Ford wasn't just an inventor. He was also a smart businessman. Young readers will discover how this famous maker of the Model T and the moving assembly line helped change the world. Bring augmen
Henry Ford wasn't just an inventor. He was also a smart businessman. Young readers will discover how this famous maker of the Model T and the moving assembly line helped change the world. Bring augmen
Rachel Carson wasn't just a scientist. She was an author and a conservationist. Young readers will discover how this biologist helped bring attention to the dangers of pesticides and the need for prot
Rachel Carson wasn't just a scientist. She was an author and a conservationist. Young readers will discover how this biologist helped bring attention to the dangers of pesticides and the need for prot
