On Tuesday, November 6, 2012, millions of U.S. citizens will head to the polls and cast their votes to elect the countrys next president. Will they choose incumbent Barack Obama or challenger Mitt Rom
On December 7, 1941, six Japanese aircraft carriers launched a surprise attack on the Pearl Harbor U.S. naval base in Oahu, Hawaii. More than 2,300 U.S. troops were killed in the attack, and around 1,
In December 1952, the U.S. Supreme Court agreed to hear a landmark case that would forever change the countrys race relations. This book covers the events leading up to Brown v. Board of Education and
Maps vary widely in complexity, from simple road maps to detailed topographical maps. Readers will learn why map keys are important and how to use them to interpret the data on different kinds of maps
Good safety habits make good sense in this lighthearted rhyming book about safety tips all kids should know, like washing hands before eating, staying close to a grown-up, and wearing a helmet when ri
A series that offers facts about two of the most popular sports in the United States -- baseball and football -- presented in easy-to-grab, cool-to-browse, fun-to-read style, every page filled with in
A series that offers facts about two of the most popular sports in the United States -- baseball and football -- presented in easy-to-grab, cool-to-browse, fun-to-read style, every page filled with in
Looks at the things that the President and his family can do for fun at the White House, from watching a movie at the White House movie theater to bowling at the White House bowling lanes.
Young children wil love larning to read with these storybooks. Once they can recognize and identify the words used to tell each story, the will be able to successfully read on their own. Features a wo
During the 1960s and 1970s, the United States was involved in a long, bloody struggle to determine the future of Vietnam, a small nation in Southeast Asia. Back home, the war became one of the most co
On October 29, 2012, one of the largest, most powerful storms in recent history landed on the coast of New Jersey and proceeded to wreak havoc upon the East Coast of the United States. Readers will di
From small town mayors to the men and women of the U.S. congress, all public officials play important roles in the nations government. Readers will find out just what it takes to run for office in the
Learning to read maps can help us find our way in the world. Maps are also important tools for understanding history, foreign lands, and a host of other subjects. Readers will learn how to use lines o
Describes the history of the American flag from its original design by Betsy Ross at the request of George Washington, discussing how it has changed over the years and how it came to be a symbol of th
Describes the history of the American flag from its original design by Betsy Ross at the request of George Washington, discussing how it has changed over the years and how it came to be a symbol of th
So far, our travels into outer space have been limited to the planets and moons surrounding the sun in our own solar system. What would we find if we made it all the way to another star's solar system
Pete wants to go outside and play in the snow, but he has a sore throat so he can only watch his sister play outside, until she thinks of a great surprise for him, in a story that features long vowels
Describes many things that originally came from Russia, including inventions, sports and games, food, fashion, musical instruments, animals, arts and crafts, and words
Discusses the history and geographical extent of ancient China, covering its government, civilian life, artifacts, culture, and religion, and explores the civilization's influences on modern life.
Introduces the Statue of Liberty, recounting its history and describing its physical features and what they mean, and the reasons why it is a symbol of the United States.
Introduces readers to the circulatory system; the functions of the heart, arteries and veins; the different types of blood cells; and common problems and diseases that affect the circulatory system.
A series of new, modern holiday books give readers the inside scoop on how some of our favorite holidays came to be and how we celebrate them today. Includes a Thanksgiving Day craft and a "then and n
- Vocabulary preview and review pages with pronunciations, glossary, and index- Diagrams, graphs, or other educational graphics- Fun, engaging editorial content- Curriculum connections- Beautiful, ful
Entertaining biographies of inventors and scientists that are perfect for young readers, developing scientists and critical thinkers, containing hilarious, cartoon-style illustrations to complement th
Introduces the Pledge of Allegiance, recounting its history and describing what the words mean and the reasons why it is a symbol of the United States.
Discusses the history of the Aztec Empire, as well as its extent, social classes, geography, religion, and culture, and explores the civilization's influence on modern society.
Describes the role of the sense of taste in human life, the tongue and tasting, the five different kinds of tastes, taste testing, and flavoring agents.
This fact-filled Rookie Read-About Holiday book introduces the youngest readers to the traditions, festivities, and history of Hanukkah. Colorful photos and very simple nonfiction text encourage child
