Explains how to write legends, discussing such literary elements as setting, character, language, and plot, and contains examples from successful books and profiles of notable authors.
"Describes the history of the textile industry in Lowell, Massachusetts, and the employment and other opportunities that the mills offered to New England women and girls."
Describes the battles between the American colonists and the British military in Lexington and Concord, Massachusetts. Includes information on Paul Revere, Samuel Adams, and John Hancock.
"Examines swamps, marshes, bogs and other kinds of wetlands, including the plants and animals that live there, and environmental threats. Includes information on the Florida Everglades."
Describes why sustainable living is so important; discusses how to be more environmentally friendly at home, while shopping, and outside; and provides tips on reusing and recycling.
Explains the link between DNA, genetics, and heredity, describes how DNA works using RNA, and presents the applications of using DNA in forensic science and genetic engineering.
Describes the elements, classes, and properties of minerals including color, streak, luster, hardness, and cleavage. Also explains minerals found in rocks such as feldspar, quartz and calcite.
Explains how to write an autobiography, discussing such elements as setting, character, point of view, and plot, and contains examples from successful books and profiles of notable authors.
Explains how to write folktales, discussing such literary elements as setting, character, point of view, and plot, and contains examples from successful books and profiles of notable authors.
Discusses topics pertaining to individual and national wealth, including various paths to financial success, negative behaviors associated with money, such as greed and envy, and factors that contribu
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
Discusses online safety, providing information on the dangers posed by identity theft, cyberbullying, and internet predators, and how to stay safe, and includes stories from teenagers about their expe
Presents the life and accomplishments of the Texas Congressman who worked hard to fight homelessness, clean up the savings and loan industry, and hold presidents accountable for their actions.
Examines the political situation in America at the time of the troubles between England and her colonies there and describes how the Declaration of Independence was written and accepted.
Examines the political situation in America at the time of the troubles between England and her colonies there and describes how the Declaration of Independence was written and accepted.
Presents information about the Jews who resisted and fought the Nazis and the heroic gentiles who provided them with false identities, hiding places, and documentation, allowing them to escape persecu
Presents the life and accomplishments of the leader who founded and governed Maryland, and protected the religious freedom of the residents during a time when religious differences caused much tension
Discover 25 women who were trailblazers in science, technology, architecture, engineering, and more. Learn about some of the women who defied expectations and introduced the world to new ideas and cre
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
Describes the problems the planet faces and discusses what has been done and can still be done to help save the air, the water, the ground, the forests, and the animals.
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.
Discusses the duties and responsibilities of a building contractor, the training needed, the steps involved in building a house, and the different types of construction jobs, and chronicles a day in t
Describes the life and accomplishments of the queen who worked to achieve peace between French Protestants and Catholics during the reigns of her husband, King Henry II of France, and her sons.
A biography profiling the life of Bridget "Biddy" Mason, a former slave who won her freedom in California, and later worked as a nurse and helped others. Includes source notes and timeline.
Embarrassing and awkward situations happen to everyone. But to some people, everyday situations can feel awkward and embarrassing. From going to a new place for the first time and joining a new sport
Describes the world's discovery of the extent of the Holocaust following World War II, the prosecution of those responsible, the help provided to survivors, and the works of writers and artists and th
Looks at the political and economic history of the region between the Mississippi River and the Rocky Mountains which, when purchased by Jefferson in 1803, doubled the size of the United States and le
Describes the history of the Department of Homeland Security, and how it has evolved, what the pressing issues are today, and what lies ahead in the near future. Takes a potentially dry topic and make
Describes the history of the Department of Education, and how it has evolved, what the pressing issues are today, and what lies ahead in the near future. Takes a potentially dry topic and makes it acc
Describes the history of the Department of Energy, and how it has evolved, what the pressing issues are today, and what lies ahead in the near future. Takes a potentially dry topic and makes it access
Describes the history of the Department of Justice, and how it has evolved, what the pressing issues are today, and what lies ahead in the near future. Takes a potentially dry topic and makes it acces
