Describes the different ways to measure temperature, including the different types of thermometers, the different temperatures scales, and explains how temperature measurements are used to identify bo
The Montgomery bus boycott was a pivotal event that launched the civil rights movement and helped transform American society. This epic tale of courage and peaceful resistance began with a simple No s
Jason bested many mythical beasts in his quest for the Golden Fleeceand for his rightful place as king of Iolcus. He and his trusty crew, the Argonauts, proved heroic time and again while completing t
Introduces the Roman Empire, describing its history, rulers, military, religion, art, architecture, and everyday life, with instructions for making such ancient Roman items as a helmet, mosaic, cymbal
Introduces the ancient Aztec Empire, describing its history, rulers, agriculture, religion, art, architecture, and everyday life, with instructions for making such Aztec items as a mask, headdress, an
Our impressions of the War in Afghanistan usually consist of images we see on TV of soldiers, tanks, and debris. We hear numbers: of people dying, damaged buildings, and dates promising an end to the
Discusses the pharmaceutical industry, including the importance of clinical trials, criticism over "disease mongering," and the dangers of buying illegal medicines online.
Looks at different components of beauty culture, including makeup, skin lotion and creams, hair treatments, cosmetic surgery, and dental work, describing what their purposes are and how the cosmetic i
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
Beginning readers follow along as one family experiences the fun and excitement of a trip to the ballparkfrom the first bite of a hot dog to the last home run. This fictionalized approach to a common
Discusses the history of Iran along with the current political situation, and includes a few letters between an Iranian-American girl living in Los Angeles and an Iranian boy living in Tehran.
Discusses the history of the United States marines, including the meaning behind different medals, accomplishments off of the battlefield, and the position of female marines.
Beginning with the creation of the Continental army during the American Revolution, the US Army has always fought to protect the nation. Readers learn about individual heroes, such as Medal of Honor r
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
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
