In 1995, computer programmer Yukihiro Matsumoto introduced Ruby programming language to the world. He created a language that used his favorite elements of other languages, but was more object-oriente
Though they are far too small to be seen with a magnifying glass, much less with the naked eye, atoms and molecules make up every object we encounter. Readers will learn all about these tiny units of
Home should be one of the safest places to be. Readers will learn how practicing their safety smarts can help them be safe in their homes. A great introduction to the concept of safety, this title was
Presents an introduction to the North American mountain lion, describing its physical characteristics, life cycle, habitat, and predatory behavior and the efforts being made to protect it in the wild.
Presents an introduction to the North American mountain goat, describing its physical characteristics, life cycle, habitat, diet, predators, and climbing abilities.
Presents an introduction to the North American white-tailed deer, describing its physical characteristics, life cycle, habitat, and predators and the efforts being made to control the deer population.
Presents an introduction to sports and leisure in ancient Rome, describing such topics as chariot racing, gladiator fights, wild sea battles, music, food, theater, public bathhouses, and children's pa
Presents an introduction to the outdoor sport of orienteering, with information on the equipment used, training, skill development, and the different types of orienteering courses.
Presents an introduction to the life cycle of a rose from its beginnings as seed to its maturity as a flower, along with information on the role of pollination in the creation of new seeds.
Presents an introduction to the seals of Antarctica, discussing their physical characteristics, behaviors, reproductive habits, and predators, along with descriptions of such animals as the hungry cra
Learning about a career as a molecular biologist is the perfect introduction to the practical applications of STEM. This career-focused book aims a microscope at molecular biology, helping readers und
Presents an introduction to Roman domestic architecture, describing the features of Roman homes for both the poor and the rich, its furniture, decor, gardens, and the roles of different members of the
Presents an introduction to clothing and dress in ancient Rome, describing the typical clothes worn by men, women, and children, hair styles, jewelry, footwear, textiles, and the influence of foreign
Readers board the boat to the New World as they read this book about early immigration to the American colonies. What made people want to move to an unknown world? What were the early colonies like fo
This colorful book will inspire the budding comic book artist in every reader, and encourage students who’ve wanted to take the pencil to the page. Easy-to-follow instructions show readers how to crea
The Power Coders must learn to understand pseudocode and flowcharts, gather clues, and debug a computer program in order to meet their idol, famous programmer and author Sam Cyber.
Introduces llamas, describing their history, different types, physical features, behavior, ability to carry heavy loads, and the many uses for their woolen coats.
It doesn’t get much more exciting than big-game hunting. This book introduces readers to large North American animals people like to hunt such as elk and bison. Animal tracking and identification are
School is a place for learning, and it’s also a place for students to be safe. In this title, readers will learn the importance of safety at school. They’ll learn that it’s important to get to know yo
It takes a lot of work to build a house. There are lots of people and big machines involved. Images on each page of this book show the details of a construction site in full color. This book is perfec
Growing food in a community garden is a great idea, and lots of communities have them. When the fruits and vegetables are ready, everyone gets to take some home. This book will teach young readers abo
Have you ever been to a farmers’ market? This book lets children read about all of the sights and sounds of a farmers’ market. Each page features full-colorful photographs. The low-level text is perfe
People love to hunt turkey. In fact, turkey hunting is second only to deer hunting in terms of popularity in the United States. Young hunters will learn how to track and hunt turkeys in this fun, easy
For most of history, women have been confined to their households, and to lives without equal rights or equal opportunities. This volume introduces readers to the women of the suffrage movement, the d
Explains what it means to be gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender, and traces the history of the struggle for their rights from the Stonewall riots and the appearance of AIDS to the current situati
Everyone loves going to the zoo, especially the narrator in this new fiction title. The characters in this book spend a sunny day at the zoo, where they meet elephants, monkeys, penguins, and more! Re
This book takes readers on a dive to explore the amazing underwater habitats and landforms of Earth’s oceans. Readers will take a journey from the deepest part of the ocean—the Mariana Trench—to the M
When there’s a fire, there’s only one vehicle that takes firemen and firewomen where they need to go. It’s a fire truck! In this imaginative fiction title, a relatable narrator gets behind the wheel o
Police cars are one of the most important vehicles around. They bring police officers where they need to go. In this fiction title, a relatable narrator gets the chance to drive a police car all over
Everything is made of matter. In this book, readers will learn to recognize the three states of matter, how to measure matter, and the way temperature changes matter’s forms. An introductory lesson on
