Presents an introduction to the solar system, discussing the Sun, planets, the Earth, dwarf planets, asteroids, meteorites, comets, and constellations.
Describes the process of erosion, including how the power of wind, water, and glaciers have changed the Earth's surface. Includes information on fossils.
"Describes the process of erosion, including how the power of wind, water, and glaciers have changed the Earth's surface. Includes information on fossils."
A biography profiling Thomas Paine, whose writings had tremendous influence on the political leaders of the Revolutionary War. Includes source notes and timeline.
Collects information about several pioneer women, including Narcissa Whitman, Caroline Quiner Ingalls, Bethenia Owens-Adair, Susan LaFlesche Picotte, Esther Morris, and Abigail Scott Duniway.
Describes the physical characteristics of amphibians, along with their habitats, behaviors, methods of moving around, feeding habits, and life cycles. Various species are highlighted.
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.
Introduces the sport of rock climbing, discussing the equipment, different types of climbing, safety measures, climbing techniques, skills needed, and the six classes of climbs.
Discusses potential ways to increase monetary gains, providing information on topics including opening a bank account, investing in the stock market, and choosing a broker.
A biography profiling the life of the fifteenth-century explorer Christopher Columbus, who opened up the Americas to the Europeans. Includes source notes and timeline.
