A story of the activities surrounding the celebration of the Fourth of July features high-frequency words and pictures to help emerging readers build early literacy skills.
Pairing the extreme risk taker with some of nature’s most remarkable—and challenging—formations, the sports of rock and ice climbing demand much of those who dare to attempt them. But for those with t
Describes how the electoral college works and answers such questions as "What is the difference between the popular vote and the electoral vote?" and "Why doesn't the popular vote decide the election?
Coloradans have always been trailblazers. It is no wonder that so many enterprising, innovative, and revolutionary thinkers have originated from or spent much of their lives in the Centennial State. T
This book illustrates the uses of the communicative, associative, and distributive properties of Math through the context of climbing Mount Everest. Supplying interesting and relevant information, thi
Presents the life and accomplishments of the basketball player, from his childhood and early career to his performance with the Golden State Warriors and his philanthropic works.
Describes some of the ways in which people use science, technology, engineering, and mathematics at a zoo, including animal diets, habitat and exhibit design, and energy needs.
Introduces race horses, describing their physical characteristics and training, and discussing some of the famous race horses of the past, including Man o' War, Seabiscuit, and Secretariat.
Introduces the mathematical concept of proportions by using examples of the money and time used to build the transcontinental railroad, and provides a brief history of the railroad and its impact upon
The wild, plundering lives of the Vikings have been fodder for stories and myths for centuries. The terror and destruction they allegedly caused has filled books, movie screens and more. But there is
Describes the events surrounding the drafting and ratification of the U.S. Constitution, and looks at how it provides structure for the nation's government.
A series that will reveal many surprising facts to middle readers about the United States government and its workings includes fascinating sidebars and age-appropriate informational fact boxes; histor
Building robots is a popular pastime for technically savvy students and budding enthusiasts. Hundreds of robotics clubs across the United States and the globe bring hobbyists together for camaraderie,
Discusses the events leading up to the Boston Massacre, including the taxation of paper, sugar, and other products by the British; the violence that erupted between British soliders and Bostonians on
Presents a brief overview, with full-page photographs, of the life and career of Usher, including his successes as an R&B artist, actor, businessman, and other related topics. Includes a timeline.
Stephen Austin, Barbara Jordan, and George W. Bush—what do these notable people have in common? They’re all famous Texans, and just a few of the exciting people covered in this book. Age-appropriate t
Afflicted with chronic pneumonia as a child, Kate DiCamillo found solace in books and dreamed of becoming a writer. Her first book, Because of Winn-Dixie, the story of a lonely girl and her dog, reson
