The name “J.P. Morgan” may first bring to mind a large American bank, but it’s the man behind the bank who’s worth studying. Born in 1837, John Pierpont Morgan became one of the world’s leading financ
In North American, Hanukkah is thought of as a winter holiday. But in the southern hemisphere, Hanukkah happens during the summer. Fun facts like this one are found throughout this fun craft book. Rea
Looks at the history of combat robots, describing their invention in the 1970s and 1980s, the Robot Wars events of the 1990s, and the increasing sophistication for the creations of larger robots by th
Explains what drones and other robots are and offers examples of the many ways they can be used, including search and rescue, delivering packages, and aerial photography.
Presents the culture of the Mayan empire, describing their social classes, pyramids, language, religion, calendar, writing, cities, agriculture, and art.
Presents general information about field hockey for women and girls, looking at its history, rules, levels of competition, players, and benefits for girls who participate.
Some of the most famous basketball players of all time, from Wilt Chamberlain to Shaquille O’Neal, were centers. Readers discover both the offensive and defensive responsibilities of the center on a b
Shares the life of the Mohawk leader, including his early life being mentored by Sir William Johnson, his role in the French and Indian War, and his role in the American Revolution as a British ally.
Shares the life of the Oglala medicine man, including his sacred visions as a child, his participation in the Battle of the Little Bighorn when he was twelve-years-old, and his taking part in Buffalo
By following the instructions in this book, readers could have the best-wrapped Christmas presents in their family. A colorful gift box and gift bow are just two of the origami projects included in th
NASA has now sent a robot beyond our solar system, and another is on its way. Through detailed, fascinating main content and sidebars, readers learn about the process of creating the technology for th
President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation was much more than just a series of words on a page, it was a document that promised freedom for those living in the United States as slaves. The
Amphibians are masters of their environment, both on land and underwater. Readers will love this technological twist on the anatomy and skills of amphibians from all over the world. This book provides
Unlike people and animals, plants can’t move, or can they? This title explores the mystery of plants that move, which is an important plant defense. Readers learn about the plant species that creep, c
Ancient Sparta is a city-state known for its military conquests and successes. This text introduces readers to the culture of Sparta, which helped turn the ancient civilization into a mighty war machi
Who were the ancient Mongols, and what made their culture unique? Designed to support elementary social studies curricula, this title answers these questions through a comprehensive exploration of the
Shares the life of the Shoshone woman, including how she was sold to a French-Canadian fur trader who later married her, how she and her husband became part of the Corps of Discovery, and why the Corp
Presents a look at the technology of the Mayan civilization, describing their advances in agriculture, architecture, medicine, mathematics, the building of cities, and calendars.
Profiles the life and achievements of the inventor whose creation of the cotton gin, as well as a machine that could mass-produce muskets, transformed the American economy and greatly influenced manuf
Plants can’t run, but some of them can hide, thanks to camouflage, an important plant defense. Readers learn why some plants must hide in order to survive, which fits into a larger discussion of plant
Discusses the history of slavery in the United States, including the Middle Passage, the participants in the transatlantic slave trade, and the everyday lives of slaves.
Presents the life of the man who created Facebook, including his childhood, his time attending Harvard University, and why the social network he created became such an online juggernaut.
The Bill of Rights is a foundational document in American history that’s still being analyzed and debated today. Readers gain a better understanding of these first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constituti
Discusses the Califronia gold rush, including its effects on the area and the United States, mining life, the experiences of Chinese and Mexican immigrants, and the aftermath.
Discusses the Monroe Doctrine, including its origins as a response to the growth of independent governments in Latin America, the reaction in Europe, and the Roosevelt corollary that justifies interve
