Discusses the traditional lifestyles of Native nations who lived in the eastern Great Lakes region, as well as the impact of colonization on Native peoples.
Describes the interaction of predators, prey, plants, and non-living elements that make up the food chain in meadows, and touches on what happens to the food chain when the balance of nature is upset.
Describes the interaction of predators, prey, plants, and non-living elements that make up the food chain in the Sonoran Desert, and touches on what happens to the food chain when the balance of natur
Features the science behind these destructive natural disasters and tells how societies around the world cope with their ferocity, covering such topics as rogue waves, forecasting techniques, and resc
Introduces the people, land, culture, religions, and legacy of ancient Mesoamerica, which is now known as the countries of southern Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa R
Describes the social hierarchy of the feudal system and its role in the arts, including architecture, sculpture, stained glass work, paintings, mosaics, book making, and literature.
Examines the efforts of people in the Middle Ages to apply the underlying principles of nature to such endeavors as making weapons, building homes, weaving cloth, and keeping time.
Introduces the people, land, culture, religions, and legacy of ancient Mesoamerica, which is now known as the countries of southern Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa R
Features the science behind these deadly infectious diseases and tells how societies around the world cope with outbreaks of the Spanish flu, smallpox, and bubonic plague.
Looks at the different types of veterinarians and what they do during the day, including caring for farm animals, wild animals, animals in shelters, and family pets.
Looks at the jobs performed by people in the community trained to help others in emergencies, including police officers, firefighters, emergency medical service personnel, the Coast Guard, and utility
Describes the interaction of predators, prey, plants, and non-living elements that make up the food chain, and touches on what happens to the food chain when the balance of nature is upset.
Offers a brief introduction to the history, techniques, equipment, and terminology of skiing, a sport that began thousands of years ago as a form of transportation.
Looks at the main role of fire fighters in the community, as well as their other duties which include rescue work, fire prevention, and disaster relief.
Offers a brief introduction to the history, techniques, equipment, and rules of track events, where foot racers compete over different distances which are measured in meters.
Features the science behind these destructive natural disasters and tells how societies around the world cope with their ferocity, covering such topics as rogue waves, forecasting techniques, and resc
Features the science behind these destructive natural disasters and tells how societies around the world cope with disruptions to the water cycle and the effects of high temperatures on the human body
Presents the history of helicopters, discussing the successes and failures of the pioneers in the field and the many uses for the types of helicopters.
Features a look at the life of fires, both in the wild and in cities, and how they are battled, contained, and extinguished; the elements needed to create fire; famous fires; fire fighters such as Hot
Describes the origins of oil and gas, and discusses the role of petroleum products in history, exploring and drilling for oil, processing and transporting oil, environmental effects, and alternative e
Describes the tactics of air combat, famous flying aces, and the fighter planes that were used in World Wars I and II, the Korean War, the Cold War, Vietnam, and the Gulf War.
In this fascinating book, children will learn about the different species of sea turtles; their bodies, life cycles, migration, behavior, and diets; why they are endangered; how people are helping the
Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, life cycle, and natural environment of sea horses, a type of fish in which it is the father that has the main responsibility for hatching their young.
Describes the physical characteristics and life cycle of flowering plants, including reproduction from seeds and by other means, and the importance of flowers to the environment.
Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, life cycle, and natural environment of the many species of earthworms that can be found throughout the world.
In this informative book, children will learn all about tigers, their bodies, and their habitats; how they find food and have babies; the reasons why they became endangered; where tigers live today; a
Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, life cycle, and natural environment of sea horses, a type of fish in which it is the father that has the main responsibility for hatching their young.
A delightful book takes readers inside a medieval kitchen highlighting utensils used in food preparation, the servants who worked there, and how food was prepared, as well as farming and livestock; th
Young readers will be fascinated by this book that features fashions from the days of knights and ladies and topics which include the making of fabrics, peasants’ clothing, a noble’s clothing, hygiene
Features daily life in a town, the artisans and businesspeople who populated it, and what kind of transportation was available in the days of horse and cart, covering trades for food, trades for equip
Features daily life in a town, the artisans and businesspeople who populated it, and what kind of transportation was available in the days of horse and cart, covering trades for food, trades for equip
