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.
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
What do Blake Griffin and Tim Duncan have in common? They’re both star power forwards in the NBA. Power forwards have the strength and skills needed to prevent other teams from scoring and making big
Most basketball teams use two guards: a point guard and a shooting guard. A shooting guard has many responsibilities on the basketball court. They’re known for their ability to shoot the ball as well
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
Friends can be teachers, too. Readers discover this by following along as a relatable narrator learns important things from friends, including how to share and how to play a new game. The age-appropri
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
Athens gave the world the Olympics, philosophy, and beautiful architecture, but there’s more to this ancient civilization than the facts everyone knows. This title provides a comprehensive look at the
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
Describes Steve Jobs's life and accomplishments, including his early experiences building computers in his parents' garage, and his success in debuting such devices as the Macintosh computer and iPhon
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
Explains the basic rules of lacrosse, discusses such benefits of playing the game as developing confidence and learning the value of teamwork, and includes stories of famous lacrosse players and teams
Explains the basic rules of volleyball, discusses such benefits of playing the game as developing confidence and learning the value of teamwork, and includes stories of famous volleyball players.
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.
Coyotes may look like dogs, but these canine scavengers are far from tame. Readers will love learning about how coyotes live in the wild, including their diet, behavior, and life cycle. They’ll also l
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
Profiles the life and achievements of the self-made millionaire and philanthropist who pioneered hair and beauty care products for black women, and created opportunities for African American women to
On July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was signed, and a new nation was born. Readers discover the power behind this document through clear main text and engaging sidebars. Eye-catching grap
