Discusses the assassination of James Garfield, describing his early life and rise to the presidency, the life and possible motives of the assassin, the ineptness of Garfield's doctors, and the effect
Discusses the assassination of William McKinley, describing his early life and rise to the presidency, the life and possible motives of the assassin, and the effect that the assassination had on the c
The long-term damage from an accident at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant more than 30 years ago is still unknown. When explosions ripped through the reactor in rural Ukraine, then part of the Soviet
Discusses the assassination of John Kennedy, describing his early life and rise to the presidency, the life and possible motives of the assassin, and the effect that the assassination had on the count
Looks at the events of Kristallnacht, explaining how it heralded more aggressive behavior against the Jews in Germany and its territories, culminating in the Holocaust.
It’s one of the most famous sports images of all time. Former heavyweight boxing champion Sonny Liston is sprawled on his back in the boxing rim. Muhammad Ali stands over Liston, holding his right han
The final match of the 2001 U.S. Open featuring tennis stars Venus and Serena Williams was groundbreaking. It was first time siblings had squared off in the final match for more than 100 years. And it
Jesse Owens’ gold-medal winning feats at the 1936 Olympics in Berlin struck a mighty propaganda blow against Adolf Hitler. The Nazi leader had planned to use the German games as a showcase of supposed
The tragic events of September 11, 2001 sent shockwaves around the globe that are still felt today. Nearly 3,000 people died in the terrorist attacks and thousands more were injured. On the afternoon
"Discusses the shooting deaths of Kent State University students by the National Guard in 1970 and the iconic photograph that became a symbol of the antiwar movement"--
Describes the process of erosion, including how the power of wind, water, and glaciers have changed the Earth's surface. Includes information on fossils.
Discusses the life of Jackie Robinson and how he broke the color barrier in Major League Baseball, a man whose life could be summed up by an iconic photograph that captured his stealing of home during
"During the 1930s and 1940s, the Nazi government in Germany carried out one of the greatest slaughters of human beings that the world has ever known. Led by dictator Adolf Hitler, the Nazis stirred up
Presents the accounts of Jewish children living in Europe during the Holocaust and describes the methods by which some of them survived, including the Kindertransport and remaining in hiding.
"After the first shots of the Civil War were fired in 1861, both sides thought victory would come quickly. But they were wrong. Battle followed battle, and the death toll climbed. The North and the So
"By the middle of the 1800s, the United States had become two separate societies. The North and the South were divided by vast economic, educational, and cultural differences. There was widespread mis
Discusses how certain viruses and bacteria can live and spread in food, leading to contaminations and outbreaks of illnesses in both animals and humans, and explains how to prevent foodborne illness w
Describes what global warming is and the problems it poses, discusses different strategies being used to raise awareness of the problem and reverse or mitigate its effects, and provides suggestions fo
Discusses the causes and effects of thunderstorms, sandstorms, tornadoes, and blizzards; looks at important people and events in the history of meteorology; and includes a science activity demonstrati
Describes the problems posed by fossil fuel dependence; discusses the positive and negative aspects of such alternative energy sources as solar power, wind energy, and geothermal energy; and provides
Describes the landforms that make up the Earth's surface, discussing how volcanoes, weathering, erosion, and glaciers work to constantly change the physical geography of the planet.
This book introduces you to the microscopic world of bacteria, from blue green algae to spirochetes. It examines how bacteria move, feed, and reproduce. It also looks at the benefits and drawbacks of
"From Earth's rising temperature to the declining supply of fossil fuels, our planet is changing, and not for the better. What can you do to help? Recycle. Buy local. Plant a tree. Turn off the lights
Whether readers are just learning the game or interested in learning more, this series will appeal to all young sports enthusiasts through descriptions of the rules, equipment, and strategies of the s
Presents an introduction to the way animals are classified, discussing Linnaeus's taxonomy, the different phyla of the animal kingdom, and the characteristics that the animals in each phylum have in c
Describes why wildfires occur, how they both damage and help revitalize an ecosystem, and what firefighting measures are taken each year to minimize loss of life and property during wildfire season.
Describes various types of robots and their functions, discusses technological advancements in the field of robotics, and considers the ethical issues surrounding autonomous robots.
