Humans are always reaching to make new discoveries. Science often holds the key to uncovering mysteries, yet some things remain beyond our grasp. Young readers will want the facts about the possibilit
Compares toys and games of the olden days with those of modern times, looking at contemporary versions of old games, classic games that are still played today, and toys that have been enhanced by tech
Realistic illustrations highlight this story about a day in the life of the mighty Tyrannosaurus rex. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, information sections give all the vital
Features the science behind these destructive natural disasters and tells how societies around the world cope with their ferocity, covering such topics as the making of a monsoon, famous floods, and t
Realistic illustrations highlight this story about a day in the life of the enormous Apatosaurus. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, information sections give all the vital sta
Realistic illustrations highlight this story about a day in the life of the Parasaurolophus. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, information sections give all the vital statisti
Realistic illustrations highlight this story about a day in the life of the powerfully built sabre-tooth tiger. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, information sections give all
Realistic illustrations highlight this story about a day in the life of Triceratops, a dinosaur that was heavier than a present day elephant. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution,
Realistic illustrations highlight this story about a day in the life of Velociraptor, a lightweight dinosaur who used its speed to catch prey. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution
Realistic illustrations highlight this story about a day in the life of the woolly mammoth. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, information sections give all the vital statistic
Looks at how the roles and responsibilities of community helpers--including firefighters, medical personnel, and construction workers--have evolved over time.
"Albert Einstein was a theoretical physicist and an intellectual giant of the twentieth century. This fascinating biography reveals Einstein's life story, and how his theories changed the way we looke
The half-time show is just beginningbut what happened before that to get the Super Bowl on the field? The Economics of the Super Bowl takes a fascinating look at the production process and financing o
The video game is fresh out of the packagingbut what happened before that to get that game into your hands? The Economics of a Video Game takes a fascinating look at the production process and financi
The concert is just startingbut what happened before that to get that concert on the stage? The Economics of a Rock Concert takes a fascinating look at the production process and financing of a stadiu
The movie is just startingbut what happened before that to get that movie in the theater? The Economics of Making a Movie takes an interesting look at the production process and financing of a big-bud
"This exciting title explores the groundbreaking modes of transportation that have helped define the modern age. From Henry Ford's Model T car to the bullet trains of Japan, students will travel along
Describes the life and career of the famous singer, from her early career in the singing group Destiny's Child to her solo career, her marriage to rapper Jay-Z, and her film roles.
"Innovations in the medical field save countless lives daily. In this fascinating title, a timeline of breakthrough medical inventions is explored through dynamic photographs and interesting fact boxe
A series that explores a range of bullying behaviors at the forefront of parental, educational and societal concern, and encourages kids to take a stand against bullying of all kinds. Simultaneous.
Explains what a dictatorship is, provides examples of dictatorships around the world, and looks at how the form of government has evolved throughout history.
Explains what a democracy is, provides examples of democracies around the world, and looks at how the form of government has evolved throughout history.
Presents the life of the African girl brought to New England as a slave in 1761 who became famous on both sides of the Atlantic as the first black poet in America.
Examines the events following the American Revolution, from creating the Constitution and Bill of Rights to establishing the governement of the new nation.
Describes key characters in Norse mythology, explores the roles and relationships of the heroes and gods in myths, retells some ancient myths, and discusses how these stories helped people in early Sc
Presents the life and accomplishments of the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolution, who became the first president of the United States.
Provides a biography of the eighteenth-century British monarch during whose reign the American colonies fought to break away from and form an independent nation.
