Discusses the history of the Declaration of Independence, the people responsible for drafting it, and what the text states, in addition to exploring how conservators in the National Archives have repa
Discusses how magnets work, shares examples of how they are used around the house, in transportation, and in medicine, and provides a brief history of the study of magnetism.
All the phonemes or phonics made by the letters of the alphabet are covered in It's the Alphabet! Each book begins with an introduction to the letter, what it looks like, and where it fits in the alp
Kids can learn science in a fun and gross way! This series presents fascinating facts about disgusting things found in the backyard, the body, the home, the hospital, at school, and underwater. From c
In these accessible history books, the moments that have defined the US are examined in detail, including numerous photos & diagrams, maps, easy-to-read text, and more. Perfect for students and yo
Describes the earthquake and subsequent fire that devastated San Francisco in 1906, including the events leading up to it, the damage it caused, and how the city was rebuilt after the disaster.
Looks at the causes of, reactions to, and consequences of the 1986 nuclear reactor explosion in Chernobyl, and discusses steps that have been taken to ensure a similar disaster does not occur again.
Describes the history of the Challenger space shuttle, the events leading up to its explosion in January 1986, and the disaster's impact on space flight.
Presents the history of Jamestown, the first permanent English settlement in North America, including the role of Captain John Smith, the ups and downs of relations with the Powhatan Indians, and the
Presents the history of the Boston Massacre, including the British efforts to tax the colonies that caused the uneasy situation in Boston, the events that led to the shooting, the reactions of the Bri
Looks at the history of graphic novels and comic books, exploring how graphic novels evolved from comics, how themes and content have changed over time, and the use of educational graphic novels in sc
Examines the life of poet Langston Hughes, one of the central figures in the Harlem Renaissance, and presents a selection of his poems that reflect African American culture and experience.
The works of William Shakespeare come alive in these stunning graphic novels. These adaptations with the original Shakespearean dialog will capture the attention of reluctant readers, make great supp
Pick up the Nocturnal Animals series to discover what eats, digs, leaps, and plays after night falls. Whether cute or creepy, these critters all have unique features that help them survive in the dar
Winning personalities come to life in Big Buddy Biographies! This dynamic group of kid-friendly sports standouts, singing sensations, television and movie superstars, and even First Kids will inspire
The fastest members of the animal kingdom come to life in this exciting title! From the dashing cheetah to the swift sailfish, this book describes several speedy animals. Each animal's lifestyle, hab
First Biographies explains the contributions of individuals who've helped shape history and made a difference in the world today. Included are table of contents, maps, timeline, glossary with phoneti
Attacks! Fangs! Claws! From the smallest bee to the biggest bear, people's accidental encounters with wildlife are both frightening and strangely fascinating. In Close Encounters of the Wild Kind, re
Be a kid with character! In these heart-warming and instructive situational stories, children will learn about honesty, respect, patriotism, and more. Warm, colorful illustrations show a diverse sch
The works of William Shakespeare come alive in these stunning graphic novels. These adaptations with the original Shakespearean dialog will capture the attention of reluctant readers, make great supp
Myths often explain the creation of the world and its creatures. Find out how the Greek goddess Athena created spiders in this brilliantly illustrated Short Tales Greek Myth. Pink level for your flue
Graphic novels aren’t just for superheroes! Lewis and Clark have been plucked from history books and their lives and accomplishments have been depicted in informative nonfiction graphic novels.
Beginning to End is a fun series that explores how things came to be. Beginning readers will discover how things change and grow in this series filled with large photos and short, simple sentences. Fi
During the dog days of summer, Sophie Dog hears about a yodeling contest for which the grand prize is a trip to a yodeling school in the Swiss Alps, and she convinces her best friend, Louise, to enter
Rex is not a morning chicken, so he asks his wife to take over his job of crowing at dawn and opens a beauty salon, where he specializes in comb styling. Includes facts about chickens.
This six book series includes the letter "Y" along with the other vowels. Long vowels are featured and highlighted in these easy readers about children having fun.
