Presents ten ghost stories from history, including the tale of Aeneas and Dido, the story of the Blackfoot ghosts, and the tale of the headless horseman.
An introduction to one of the world's oldest civilizations. Covers everything from this country's ancient history under the ruling pharaohs to the customs and traditions of its people today. Egypt's w
Provides an overview of the United States of America, discussing such topics as its geography, history, government, indigenous peoples, plants and animals, holidays, and symbols.
Describes how geothermal energy can be used as a source of heat or converted into electricity, and discusses the advantages and disadvantages of using geothermal power.
"This comprehensive title is a thought-provoking examination of how early gold rushes shaped settlement and industry in North America. Using material from the 1848 California Gold Rush, the 1896 Klond
Introduces the concept of counting money, using everyday activities and items to illustrate its denominations, equivalents, other forms, and how it is used.
Introduces the basic concepts and tools of measurement, using everyday activities and items to illustrate the measurement of length, height, width, mass, and capacity.
Describes the different ways that wind can be harnessed and converted into electricity, and explains the advantages and disadvantages of using wind power.
Describes the different ways that energy from the sun can be harnessed to make electricity, and explains the advantages and disadvantages of using solar energy.
Looks at the severe side of storms, including hail, wind, and the kinds and causes of lightning; famous storms and blizzards, including the deadly Blizzard of 1888; how severe weather is tracked using
"Using evidence-based research and best practices, this informative title provides a thorough introduction to concussions. Content includes causes of concussion, physical, cognitive, and emotional, sy
"This beautiful book looks at different animal species, describing how they are similar and different, and why certain animals belong to specific groups. Using descriptive as well as compare-and-contr
"This visually exciting book takes a unique look at our globe from the perspective of the wildlife and geology of Earth. Using an innovative design, maps are populated by infographics, graphs, and ico
