Provides information about some of the most exteme science experiments in history, from the atomic tests on Bikini atoll to the cloning of "Dolly" the sheep.
Introduces the presidential airplane known as Air Force One, recounting the history of presidential aircraft and describing its physical features and the reasons why it is a symbol of the United State
Introduces the U.S. Army of World War II, describing how soldiers were trained for combat, the kinds of jobs they had, and some of the challenges they faced.
Discusses how animation has developed, giving a behind-the-scenes look at the different jobs associated with animated movies and television shows, and how such features go from ideas to the big screen
Introduces the American flag, recounting its history and describing its physical features, the ways Americans honor the flag, and the reasons why it is a symbol of the United States.
It starts with a tiny egg and ends with a gorgeous winged insect. Read all about the amazing changes a monarch butterfly undergoes during its life cycle, and learn how it fits into its ecosystem.
Introduces to readers the life and legacy of the first female air pilot who disappeared over the Pacific Ocean in 1937 while on a flight around the world.
In this definitive series that introduces the events that have helped shaped the United States, readers will learn the history of how women began fighting for voting rights in the U.S. in the mid-1800
The Supreme Court is one of the most influential bodies of the U.S government. It has steered the nations course on some of historys most important issues, including civil rights and the level of powe
This lively, interactive series will enthrall young and reluctant readers by making them part of the story, inviting them to become the main character and revel in the gory, dark, horrific side of lif
Examines the different forms of government around the world, including the democracy in the United States, the theocracy in Iran, and the dictatorship in North Korea.
Examines the controversial battle over gun control, looking at the role of guns in early America, the assassinations of the 1960s, and the current rash of shootings in schools.
This lively, interactive series will enthrall young and reluctant readers by making them part of the story, inviting them to become the main character and revel in the gory, dark, horrific side of lif
Ribbit. Ribbit. Some young creatures look just like their grown-up parents. Otherslike frogslook completely different. Who could look at a tadpole and picture the hopping, insect-catching adult to com
Colorful photographs and simple text introduce readers to the process of growing a tomato plant, including planting the seed, watering the plant, watching it grow, picking the tomatoes, and eating the
