Explores the history of the stone tombs near Dargavs in North Ossetia, Russia, including theories on how and why they were built, possibly by a people known as Alans, and what remains to be discovered
It takes a special person to work in the extreme environment of Antarctica, but many scientists, engineers, doctors, and technicians do. A vivid picture of life in the freezing conditions of the South
Discusses everyday life in the American colonies, including why people came to the colonies, the kinds of food they ate, and what colonial governments were like.
A series that will reveal many surprising facts to middle readers about the United States government and its workings includes fascinating sidebars and age-appropriate informational fact boxes; histor
Describes public opinion about American independence in 1775 and Thomas Paine's background, and explains in graphic novel form how Paine was encouraged to write a work for ordinary people that laid ou
Looks at environmental and ethical topics related to agriculture and food production, touching on such issues as sustainability, animal welfare, genetic modification of crops, and fair trade practices
Few things are as exciting as a fast-paced roller coaster ride. The thrill of a huge, sudden drop or a giant loop can be both exhilarating and terrifying. From the Kingda Ka in New Jersey to the Steel
From the sea to the desert, turtles can be found in almost every part of the world. Each type of turtle has its own incredible features. Find out what they eat, where they lay their eggs, and how they
The twelve updated and completely redesigned books in this series are each devoted to a month of the year. Featuring vibrant new photographs and fascinating facts, they cover the number of days, the s
Amazing animals of the desert fill the pages of this exciting series. Redesigned with new features, each book invites readers to discover the world of creatures that live in the desert. Young learners
Buzz and kid reporter Jeff Jordan cover life in the fast lane at the Speedway 200. From Pit Row to Victory Lane, the race features crashes, pit stops, and a thrilling finish. As top drivers circle the
When people are trapped in the mountains, every moment brings them closer to danger. Each year, mountain rescuers locate lost hikers, rescue injured skiers, and help find avalanche victims. Besides be
A fun and familiar topic, Animals I See at the Zoo/Animales que veo en el zoologico contains simple, bilingual text, and a strong photo-text match, which combine to make this series a perfect introduc
Weekly Reader's first-grade pal, Buddy Bear, guides a behind-the-scenes tour at each of six important businesses that are found in almost every community. Designed to support the first-grade social s
A fun and familiar topic, Animals I See at the Zoo/Animales que veo en el zoologico contains simple, bilingual text, and a strong photo-text match, which combine to make this series a perfect introduc
