Firefighting is definitely a career that counts. Firefighters keep our communities safe and rescue people in dangerous situations. The men and women who fight fires are considered heroes, and readers
Rain forests, with their amazing biodiversity, are a true and lasting place of enchantment. Basic facts are paired with detailed and entertaining descriptions of plant and animal life, both supported
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
Explains the basic rules of softball, discusses such benefits of playing the game as developing confidence and learning the value of teamwork, and includes stories of famous softball players and succe
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
A farm is its own kind of exciting rural community, and readers discover what life is like for farmers and their families through accessible, relatable text and colorful photographs. Developing knowle
How can cars drive, labs float, underwater vehicles navigate, and aircraft fly without anyone behind the wheel? Readers learn this and more through this text, which explores the engineering and techno
Describes the life and accomplishments of Hillary Clinton, from her childhood and early years as a lawyer to her political career as First Lady, Senator, Secretary of State, and Democratic party presi
Discusses the constellation Orion, looks at the various myths and stories associated with it, explains how stars are born, and describes the Orion Nebula and some of the individual stars found within
The monorail has critics and fans alike. Some people think that it’s futuristic and sleek while others think it’s unsightly and odd. This book explores the fascinating world of the monorail, offering
This fact-packed book offers a simple, age-appropriate explanation of nuclear energy, discusses fission and fusion, and explores the pros and cons of this important energy source. A timeline is includ
Describes the parasites that exist on and in the human body and the things that they do to humans, discussing mosquitoes, ticks, mites, the athlete's foot fungus, tapeworms, hookworms, and different t
Provides background information and step-by-step instructions for making fourteen popular French dishes, and discusses Epiphany, or the Feast of the Kings, and the role that food plays in this holiday
Explains the climate and geography of the Inca Empire, including how they lived in the Andes Mountains, the Pacific coastal desert, and how they farmed and raised livestock while living in a mountain
When the leaves start falling and days get colder, Fall is officially here. In this engaging fiction title, a relatable narrator and their friends and family show readers everything that makes Fall un
Construction workers build and repair the homes, roads, and skyscrapers we see around us every day. Readers discover fun facts about this important career as they learn about the skills and tools used
A mother is a pivotal figure in many children’s worlds. This book describes various roles that mothers and stepmothers may play in a kid’s life, and celebrates the relationship between mothers and chi
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
Summer is the time for sunshine and sand, long days, and of course, vacation. Welcome in Summer with this delightful fiction title, which features a narrator and the fun activities they explore with t
Readers will delight in this fast-paced and exciting book about tiger sharks. These sharks are hungry hunters and scavengers, and are the biggest threat to humans next to great whites. This book will
This book provides signs and symptoms and explains the different types of diabetes in a clear, nonthreatening way. Advice on how to manage the disease and live a healthy life feature prominently as w
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
The country is filled with open spaces and amazing wild animals to discover. It’s a place where horses live on ranches and people live far apart from their neighbors. Readers learn these and other fac
Readers are in for a colorful adventure as they explore different flowers that grow in a garden. This book introduces readers to flower parts and features, such as the petals and sepals, and invites t
What is the difference between street cars and light-rail trains and other trains? Readers will love to come aboard and find out! The straightforward, yet engaging text will explain it all. To help yo
It powers everything from lights and computers to toys and TVs, but how much do readers really know about what electricity is and how it works? This valuable book introduces kids to this crucial scien
A fact-filled, yet fun, text explains what the heart does, what can go wrong, and how to keep the heart healthy and strong. This edition includes three-dimensional diagrams and detailed full-color pho
Where are gems and gold mined? Why do we need forests? Is plastic harmful? Kids will find the answers to these and many more questions about the world's natural resources in this lively and informativ
The wild boar is one of the most adaptable animals, and it has a voracious appetite. Readers will enjoy learning about this wild pig, which lives in forest habitats in Europe, Asia, and Africa, and ac
Baseball is a game of fast reflexes and quick decisions, and nowhere is that more evident than on the infield. This book takes readers inside the heads of players diving in the infield dirt and turnin
Strap in for a journey to the center of the Earth–and watch out for volcanoes! Readers are in for a fiery ride as they explore geothermal energy and its technologies, both past and future. On the way,
Working at a zoo is a great career path for someone who loves animals and isn’t afraid of hands-on work. Through engaging text and fun fact boxes, readers discover what zoo workers do and how a person
