In this book, Martin Gitlin has ranked the 100 greatest American athletes across all sports, from football and baseball to the decathlon and skateboarding. Taken into consideration are the athletes&rs
Readers get acquainted with the people behind today's most cutting-edge technologies in the nanomedicine field--from bright ideas to cool new products--and inspires readers to consider a high-tech fut
Readers get acquainted with the people behind today's most cutting-edge technologies in the personal space travel field--from bright ideas to cool new products--and inspires readers to consider a high
Readers get acquainted with the people behind today's most cutting-edge technologies in the self-driving car tech field--from bright ideas to cool new products--and inspires readers to consider a high
Readers get acquainted with the people behind today's most cutting-edge technologies in the wearable electronics field--from bright ideas to cool new products--and inspires readers to consider a high-
College football is one of the most popular sports in the United States, and rivalry games have an intensity unmatched by any other sporting event. This book showcases the best of these rivalries. Wit
With nanotechnology, doctors can use tiny electronic devices and sensors to create innovative new treatments for their patients. With this book, students learn about the past, present, and future of t
From the Fitbit to the Apple Watch, wearable electronics have taken the world by storm in recent years. With this book, students learn about the past, present, and future of technological innovation.
This book looks at the most important sporting events in American history, those that transcended the athletic performance itself and made an impact on culture and society. It includes achievements so
In a recent ESPN poll, viewers were asked to vote on their favorite sport to watch or attend. College football ranked third, behind only professional football and baseball. Every year college football
This book relays the factual details of the Battle of Bull Run that took place during the U.S. Civil War. The narrative provides multiple accounts of the event, and readers learn details through the p
This book relays the factual details of the U.S. homefront during World War II. The narrative provides multiple accounts of the event, and readers learn details through the point of view of a female b
This book relays the factual details of the 1980 U.S. Olympic boycott. The narrative provides multiple accounts of the event, and readers learn details through the point of view of a Soviet athlete, a
This book relays the factual details of the Montgomery Bus Boycott through multiple accounts of the event. Readers learn details from the point of view of a civil rights activist, a church leader, and
"Describes the NHL's Stanley Cup championship series, including some of the greatest teams, players, and moments from Stanley Cup history"--Provided by publisher.
This encyclopedia defines and contextualizes the Baby Boomer generation and the wide-reaching contributions of its members throughout modern American history.
From the moment she appeared on the American silver screen as a runaway princess in Roman Holiday, Audrey Hepburn was beloved by critics and audiences alike. From her childhood activism in the Dutch
Long before her tragic death, Diana, Princess of Wales was a beloved modern icon, relatable to the general public in a way that transcended the barrier between royal and commoner. As a member of the
Have you ever wanted to visit outer space? Companies such as SpaceX are working to make this dream a reality. With this book, students learn about the past, present, and future of technological innova
Describes World War II, using the reader's choices to reveal historical details from the perspectives of a young American mother joining the work force, a California boy, and a wounded African America
