"When separated from his fellow scientists on the ice in the Arctic, Joe must learn how to survive in the harsh climate. Joe builds an igloo, goes ice fishing, and makes a few animal friends in this e
Looks at the cultural practices of the United Kingdom, and describes customs celebrating important dates in history, religion, royal ceremonies, and changes in the seasons.
"Alone in the rainforest, Joe is suddenly caught in a tropical storm. He uses his science skills to observe the habitat around him to build shelter, find food, and search for help."--
"Adrift in heavy seas after a hurricane, Joe finds his boat pulled by strong currents and winds. He follows a flock of birds and discovers other sea creatures moving in the same direction toward some
Examines conditions around the world in the clothing industry, looking at the low pay and hazardous condition of the less economically developed nations who make clothing and discussing how shoppers i
Describes the food supply chain, fair trade, and the effect of eating habits on health; examines the environmental impacts that food purchases have on the planet; and discusses how shoppers in industr
Examines the technology products supply chain, workers' rights, and the effect of electronics on health; describes the environmental impacts that technology purchases have on the planet; and discusses
Describes the toy supply chain, fair trade, and workers' rights; examines the environmental impacts that toy purchases have on the planet; and discusses how shoppers in industrial nations can make res
Looks at how the roles and responsibilities of community helpers--including firefighters, medical personnel, and construction workers--have evolved over time.
"Albert Einstein was a theoretical physicist and an intellectual giant of the twentieth century. This fascinating biography reveals Einstein's life story, and how his theories changed the way we looke
Combines first-hand accounts, historical photographs, and text to explore the experiences of immigrants to North America during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.
"From video games and sports equipment, to cars and cleaning products, many of the things we use everyday were designed by engineers. This exciting title incorporates child-centered examples and engag
Recounts the events of October 29, 1929, also known as "Black Thursday", which marked the start of the Great Depression, and discusses its causes, the affect on people across North America, and how go
The half-time show is just beginningbut what happened before that to get the Super Bowl on the field? The Economics of the Super Bowl takes a fascinating look at the production process and financing o
The video game is fresh out of the packagingbut what happened before that to get that game into your hands? The Economics of a Video Game takes a fascinating look at the production process and financi
Chronicles the history of expeditions to find a Northwest Passage from the Atlantic to the Pacific, to map the frozen wasteland, and to be the first to reach the North Pole.
Looks at how communication has evolved from the early nineteenth century to today, discussing changes in how people keep in touch, tell stories, and share knowledge.
"An estimated 40,000 children are born with a Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder in the United States each year. The impacts on school and family, and social life are immense. FASDs are a group of disord
"Anxiety disorders, such as phobias, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder are the most common group of mental illnesses in the United States. Recent studies suggest eight percent of U.S.
The concert is just startingbut what happened before that to get that concert on the stage? The Economics of a Rock Concert takes a fascinating look at the production process and financing of a stadiu
The movie is just startingbut what happened before that to get that movie in the theater? The Economics of Making a Movie takes an interesting look at the production process and financing of a big-bud
Profiles the singer whose song, "Call Me Maybe," brought her instant fame, and relates how Justin Bieber helped her advance her career, and her future plans.
"This exciting title explores the groundbreaking modes of transportation that have helped define the modern age. From Henry Ford's Model T car to the bullet trains of Japan, students will travel along
Describes the bombing of these Japanese cities by the United States during World War II, discussing the development of the atomic bomb, what happened when the bombs were dropped, and the long term con
Describes the life and career of the famous singer, from her early career in the singing group Destiny's Child to her solo career, her marriage to rapper Jay-Z, and her film roles.
Introduces a different type of dinosaur for each letter of the alphabet, demonstrates how to pronounce its name, and shows its size by depicting it playing with a child.
"Innovations in the medical field save countless lives daily. In this fascinating title, a timeline of breakthrough medical inventions is explored through dynamic photographs and interesting fact boxe
Presents the life of the young pharaoh who was born in 1342 BCE, describing the unexpected discovery of his tomb in the twentieth century and what the tomb's contents reveal about his reign.
Presents a history of the the forced migration of the Cherokee Indians following the Indian Removal Act of 1830, a march which resulted in suffering and death for many of the Cherokees and became know
