Describes the Lewis and Clark expedition to find a navigable water route to the Pacific Ocean, detailing their agreement with President Jefferson, their travels with Toussaine Charbonneau and Sacagawe
Albert Einstein’s studies and findings are world renowned, and this beginner biography walks elementary readers through the life of one of history’s most amazing scientists. With many color photos, th
Everyone is familiar with Mickey Mouse, Mary Poppins, and Frozen, but do they know the man behind the mouse? Born to a humble family, young Walt loved drawing pictures and entertaining people. After a
Describes the life and accomplishments of the professional baseball player, from his early career to World Series triumph with the Florida Marlins to winning Major League Baseball's triple crown.
Describes the life and accomplishments of the professional baseball player known as "Big Papi," from his early career to his World Series triumphs with the Red Sox.
Saturn is one of the most surreal of all the planets in our solar system. With this intriguing curriculum-correlated book, young readers can learn just why. Saturn has many unusual features, such as r
This accessible book about the US Constitution will fascinate young readers. They will step into colonial America with primary sources, which include quotes, images of original documents and places, a
This curriculum-based, easy-to-follow book teaches young readers about Earth as one of the eight planets in our solar system in astronomical terms. With accessible text, it provides the fundamental in
Gemstones and snowflakes represent some of our most memorable and alluring interactions with crystals, but crystals form many different materials, come in various shapes, sizes, and colors, and can gr
This accessible text explains to readers how the blue whale is endangered and what can be done about it. With an easy-to-follow narrative, readers learn what the blue whale is, where it lives, what it
Alligators were once in danger of becoming extinct, but readers will learn about how these scaly beasts were rescued from the brink of becoming another sad story. Brimming with colorful photographs, r
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
Chronicles the life and career of the Grand Slam champion, discussing how she began playing tennis, her move to the United States, and her life outside of the game.
Describes the history of treatment of Native Americans by the United States government and its citizens, from early conflicts and colonial rivalries to the Indian Removal Act of 1830, the Trail of Tea
Describes the technological advances made during the westward expansion of the United States, including the transcontinental railroad, the telegraph, and mechanical agricultural equipment.
Presents the history of the California gold rush, detailing why settlers traveled to Califorina in the hopes of finding their fortune, different types of gold mining, and how it affected the poplulati
As his second term as president drew to an end in 1796, George Washington bid the country farewell and offered his advice for its future. He did so in an address that was published in a Philadelphia n
This curriculum-based, fun, and approachable book offers everything young readers need to know to begin their study of the Red Planet. They will learn about the fundamental aspects of the Mars, includ
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
Not only were the gladiator games a central part of life for the average Roman citizen, but they also played a significant role in the development and maintenance of the Roman empire between 264 BCE a
The ninja’s air of mystery has intrigued people for centuries. As a result, these Japanese warriors have been immortalized in popular culture through film and fiction showcasing their stealthy ways an
This straightforward but fascinating book takes a close look at Venus and shows young people just how different our neighboring planet is from our own. Known as the hottest planet, Venus is an example
This straightforward book introduces young readers to the fundamentals of the Declaration of Independence. The book makes use of primary sources, such as direct quotes and images of original documents
The Bill of Rights is one of the most cited texts in political debates today. Indeed, courts and lawmakers are deeply involved in interpreting and understanding the text of the first ten amendments to
The culmination of the women's suffrage movement in the United States was the passage of the 19th Amendment in 1920. Introduce young readers to the fight for equal voting rights and the value of prima
This accessible and engaging book teaches young readers the fundamentals of Neptune, one of the most intriguing planets in our solar system. They will learn about Neptune’s physical features, it’s sup
The seventh planet from the sun, Uranus is known for its blue-green color and tilted axis, which makes it look like it’s spinning on its side. But what causes these distinctive features? This engaging
Mercury, the smallest and densest planet in the solar system, was first observed at least five thousand years ago, but its proximity to the sun makes it difficult for scientists to study. This appeali
Presents a history of the belief in angels and demons in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, explains how that belief has changed throughout history, and discusses the role angels and demons play in mod
Presents a history of the belief in miracles, the various explanations given for their existence, the challenge to the belief from rationalism, and the role of miracles in modern popular culture.
Having a job and earning money are a part of everyday life for most people, especially adults. The concept seems fairly straightforward: one works to earn. This volume discerns the difference between
Young readers may have heard about the benefits of using and making the most of their resources, but how does that factor into an economic discussion? This thorough discussion defines resources and de
Through space exploration humans have learned a great deal about the planets, stars, and other objects in space. More than five thousand spacecraft have been launched into space to gather information
Saving and spending are building blocks of the economy. Readers will learn about various sources of income as well as concepts such as how saving a little at a time can eventually add up to a lot of m
Many of us enjoy quiet mornings canoeing on the lake, an afternoon of sailing on the ocean, or a weekend of adventurous kayaking through river rapids. But how do boats float? And what is the best way
