How did the journeys of Christopher Columbus and Neil Armstrong compare? Follow both of these daring adventurers into history to discover the differences and similarities between their amazing expedit
"This book explores the Sun as our nearest star, different types of stars and constellations. It covers what stars are, where they come from, what makes them shine, what people thought of them in the
Accessible yet sophisticated book that explains the possible reasons why terrorism exists and the security measures taken to make sure it doesn't happen. Is a loss in some freedom a fair trade for mor
Presents information about electric and hybrid cars, looking at how they work in comparison to traditional automobiles and the different types that can be bought, as well as their benefits, drawbacks,
The Ancient Egyptians are famous for their pyramids and mummies, but how do these ancient items impact your life today? From hieroglyphs evolving into emojis and kohl around the eyes evolving into eye
Looks at the history of gravity, covering such topics as the scientists who contributed theories, the controversies surrounding those theories, how the theory of gravity was developed and tested, and
This book explores what life was really like for everyday people in the Maya Civilization. Using primary sources and information from archeological discoveries, it uncovers some fascinating insights a
Space is an amazing place filled with fiery planets, cool comets and one giant, red-hot star. Join Cat and Tiger as they explore the many marvels and mysteries of our galaxy in this non-fiction book
Discusses how to find out about the past by conducting interviews, providing tips on where to find information, who to interview, and how to conduct an interview.
Presents the history of socialism and its relation to world history, discusses different types of socialism, and examines what the future of socialism might be.
"This book traces the life of Louis Pasteur, from his early childhood and education through his sources of inspiration and challenges faced, early successes, and the work on pasteurization and vaccina
"What makes Suzanne Collins extraordinary? Read this book to find out. This title explores her childhood in Europe and the USA, including her father's strong influence on her writing. We look at her r
"This book traces the life of Charles Darwin, from his early childhood and education through his sources of inspiration and challenges faced, early successes, and the theories of evolution and natural
"From the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand to the Treaty of Versailles, this book gives an overview of the war. The causes of the war are discussed, as well as key battles on land, air, and s
"Life was hard during World War I, and not just for the soldiers in the trenches. For men, women, and children on the home front, the war brought many difficulties. From rationing to bombing raids to
"World War I brought many changes for women. Some stepped into roles left vacant by men now serving overseas, while others helped the war effort as nurses, telephone operators, and more. This book exp
"This book looks at comets, exploring what they are, where they come from, what people thought of them in the past, and how we study comets today. A fun activity is provided along with tips for spotti
"This book looks at solar and lunar eclipses, providing background information about the Sun, the Moon and our planet. The book covers what an eclipse is, what eclipses can look like, how they happen,
"This book looks at the Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights, exploring what they are, what they look like, where they can be seen, and how they are caused. Readers also learn about the significance of
