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WHOOSH! Nothing gets fans' hearts racing more than an extreme athlete launching high into the air or zipping along on the track―except when that big stunt sets a new record! Behind every big-time reco
SMACK! Nothing beats the excitement of a player slapping the puck into the goal for a game-winning goal―except when that big slap shot sets a new record! Behind every big-time hockey record is a drama
GOOAALL! Nothing thrills soccer fans more than a ball sailing by the goalie’s outstretched hands for the game-winning score―except when that big play sets a new record! Behind every big-time soccer re
CRACK! Few things beat the drama of a player smacking a big homerun at the ballpark―except when that big homer sets a new record! Behind every big-time baseball record is a dramatic story of how a pla
Every November, the United States celebrates Thanksgiving Day. But what actually happened at the first Thanksgiving? And when did it happen? Discover the facts and find out the fiction surrounding one
How has the game of basketball changed since it was first invented? In more ways than anyone back in 1891 could have ever imagined! Discover how a simple game played with peach baskets evolved over ti
On September 11, 2001, an entire country ground to a halt as terrorists attacked the World Trade Center in New York City, the U.S. Pentagon in Washington D.C., and crashed an airliner near Shanksville
Sitting in a tree, a hunter quietly scopes out the woods. Suddenly a white tail appears. The hunter has one chance to take the shot! Readers can join in the excitement of whitetail deer hunting and le
On August 28, 1963, more than 200,000 people marched on the United States capital to demand equal economic opportunities and civil rights for Black Americans. And at the end of the event, Martin Luthe
You may have heard of the Oregon Trail. In the 1840s, more than 5,000 people traveled the Oregon Trail, hoping for a better life. But did you know that science played a big role in this epic journey?
What does fashion have to do with the game of basketball? More than meets the eye! From shoes, shorts, and headbands to hairstyles and body art, discover the evolution and influence of basketball fash
On April 14, 1865, only days after the Civil War had come to a close, a gunshot rang out in Ford’s Theatre and President Abraham Lincoln slumped forward in his seat. Hours later, the United States had
How do the best basketball players go from playing pick-up games on a neighborhood court to scoring big-time contracts in the NBA and WNBA? With hard work and determination! Discover the paths players
How did pro basketball biggest stars become the greatest players of all time? By playing the game in ways no one had ever done before! Discover the magic the propelled players like Julius “Dr. J” Irvi
What could be more fun than taking a walk through nature’s wonders? Readers will learn all about the proper clothing, footwear, and supplies they need to go hiking in the wild outdoors. They’ll learn
On July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong took one giant leap for mankind when he became the first person to set foot on the moon. Now readers can step back in time to learn about what led up to the Apollo 11
Winning is fun, but it takes more than winning to be a real superstar. Today’s soccer superstars know it takes talent, skill, and teamwork on and off the field. This Sports Illustrated Kids title comb
On December 7, 1941, Japan’s surprise attack on the U.S. naval base in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, propelled the United States into World War II. Now readers can step back in time to learn what led up to th
The reports keep coming in. Giant footprints are found in Washington state. A hairy, smelly creature is spotted in Florida. A huge apelike beast is seen in the Himalaya Mountains. Is this evidence of
There’s more to being a great athlete than just winning the game. Today’s baseball superstars know it takes talent, skill, and respect to make them great at the plate. This Sports Illustrated Kids tit
Today’s football superstars know it takes talent, skill, courage, and perseverance to make them great on the gridiron. This Sports Illustrated Kids title combines fast-paced action, famous plays, and
On May 17, 1954, the Supreme Court of the United States delivered a unanimous ruling that declared racial segregation in public schools was unconstitutional, because separate could never be equal. Now
True–life tragedies jump off the page in this dynamic collection of graphic novels. From the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire and the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor to the Great Chicago Fire and the
day of infamy and a day of bravery. Two days of tragedy and a day of triumph. Collected here are the remarkable stories of five crucial days that changed the course of history forever. Witness the sur
With the stroke of a pen, President Abraham Lincoln freed the South's enslaved people in the midst of the brutal U.S. Civil War. Or did he? Who did the Emancipation Proclamation really free? What effe
Have you ever heard of a reptile that spends most of its life in an egg? What about a reptile that has to lay its eggs on the same beach where it was hatched? Young readers will learn all about Madaga
In 1492, Christopher Columbus discovered the Americas. Or did he? Look at all the facts and discover the fiction through primary sources, infographics, and leveled text. Readers will learn the full st
Have you ever heard of a bird that lays its eggs on the ground instead of in a nest? What about a bird that lays eggs in other birds' nests? Young readers will learn all about killdeers, cuckoo birds,
In Puerto Rico, several people report seeing a scary creature with spines and glowing red eyes. In Mexico, a farmer discovers his animals are dead and the blood drained from their bodies. In Texas, a
You may have heard of the Mayflower. The ship set sail in 1620, carrying English pilgrims across the sea to Plymouth. But did you know that science played a big role in this voyage? Learn how the Mayf
Whether it’s a rabbit, a deer, or something even bigger, nothing is more exciting than the thrill of the hunt. This is especially true when your weapon requires the skill and precision of a bow and ar
What was that sound coming from the trees? Could it be a robin, a blue jay, or even a woodpecker? Readers will sharpen their observation skills and learn how to attract and tell the difference between
A duck hunter crouches in a camouflage tent called a blind. Suddenly, a flock of ducks takes flight from the water. The hunter has one chance to take the shot! Readers will learn about the gear, weapo
Reports are pouring in from around the world. A fishing crew claims a giant squid is lurking off the coast of Norway. A huge, snakelike sea serpent was spotted in the Mediterranean Sea. Far out in the
Freshwater fishing is the perfect combination of relaxation and excitement. When you’re not peacefully looking out at the water, you’re reeling in the big one! Readers will learn all about the gear an
Plymouth Rock has long stood as a symbol of the Pilgrims’ journey to and settlement in America. But how much of the story surrounding it is true? What did the Pilgrims’ arrival mean to the Wampanoag p
The bloody Battle of Spotsylvania Court House took place in May 1864. The frantic back-and-forth fighting at an area now called the Bloody Angle was among the fiercest single-day battles of the entire
Earth’s Arctic ice is disappearing! But why are ice caps, glaciers, and icebergs melting, and how does it impact the planet? In this nonfiction graphic novel, Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scient
Plastic is everywhere . . . even in our oceans! But how did it get there, and why does it matter? In this nonfiction graphic novel, Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scientists are on a mission to fi
