Learn about the life of Barack Obama and his contributions to the United States of America. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions and callouts, detailed photographs, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, a timeline, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.
Discusses what avalanches are, how they occur, and how to protect oneself from avalanches.
When your car brakes down, it can be a big problem! But don't worry--a mechanic can have you back on the road in no time. Filled with colorful pictures, this book takes young readers behind the scenes at an auto garage and teaches them about the skilled professionals who help keep our vehicles running.
How did August get it's name? What are some famous holidays celebrated during this month? Were any famous people born in August? Such questions and more are answered in this trivia-packed book.
Learn about the key players and big wins that have made the Atlanta Falcons one of the most exciting teams in the NFL. Readers will get a glimpse into the league, the team's history, its home stadium, its fans, and the team's most memorable moments. Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research, a look at the parts of a football field, a section on common football gear, and a section of career records and stats.
Readers are presented with an overview of Australia's geography, culture, people, government, and daily life. Intriguing text, informative sidebars, detailed maps, and full-color photographs give readers a glimpse into life in this unique country. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary of key words and phrases, a fast-fact section, and an area listing sources for further research.
Introduces the history of our national burial ground and discusses some of the people, particularly those in the American military services, who are buried there.
Learn about the key players and big wins that have made the Arizona Cardinals one of the most entertaining teams in the NFL. Readers will get a glimpse into the league, the team's history, its home stadium, its fans, and the team's most memorable moments. Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research, a look at the parts of a football field, a section on common football gear, and a section of career records and stats.
From the historical capitol in Little Rock to diamond digging in Murfreesboro, there's lots to see and do in Arkansas! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make Arkansas special. A table of contents, sources for further research, a phonetic glossary, and an index support readers and extend learning.
From the stunning Grand Canyon to La Fiesta de Tumacacori, there's lots to see and do in Arizona! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make Arizona special. A table of contents, sources for further research, a phonetic glossary, and an index support readers and extend learning.
Which animal athletes would win the gold, silver, and bronze medal in a swimming competition: the sailfish, leatherback sea turtle, or bottlenose dolphin? Explore the animal kingdom's best swimmers and compare how their skills rate against one another. Additional features include fun facts, captivating photos, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
Which animal athletes would win the gold, silver, and bronze medal in a weightlifting competition: the mountain gorilla, horned dung beetle, or bald eagle? Explore the animal kingdom's strongest animals and compare how their skills rate against one another. Additional features include fun facts, captivating photos, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
Which animal athletes would win the gold, silver, and bronze medal in a sprinting competition: the green basilisk lizard, cheetah, or peregrine falcon? Explore the animal kingdom's best sprinters and compare how their skills rate against one another. Additional features include fun facts, captivating photos, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
Which animal athletes would win the gold, silver, and bronze medal in a long distance competition: the blue wildebeest, humpback whale, or Arctic tern? Explore the animal kingdom's best distance athletes and compare how their skills rate against one another. Additional features include fun facts, captivating photos, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
How do you say rabbit in sign language? Learn the signs for a wide variety of animals, ranging from the tiniest mouse to the most gigantic elephant.
Which animal athletes would win the gold, silver, and bronze medal in a high jumping competition: the klipspringer, jumping spider, or red-eyed tree frog? Explore the animal kingdom's best jumpers and compare how their skills rate against one another. Additional features include fun facts, captivating photos, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
Which animal athletes would win the gold, silver, and bronze medal in a gymnastics competition: the mountain goat, Eastern gray squirrel, or sifaka? Explore the animal kingdom's best gymnasts and compare how their skills rate against one another. Additional features include fun facts, captivating photos, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
Which animal athletes would win the gold, silver, and bronze medal in a diving competition: the thick-billed murre, Cuvier's beaked whale, or Southern elephant seal? Explore the animal kingdom's best divers and compare how their skills rate against one another. Additional features include fun facts, captivating photos, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
Take a look inside the life and presidency of Andrew Jackson. Learn all about how his military accomplishments and role as a frontier president shaped the country. This book includes engaging timelines, compelling photographs, a comprehensive phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further reading that will pique readers' interest.
Which animal athletes would win the gold, silver, and bronze medal in a boxing competition: the red kangaroo, boxer crab, or spiny-tailed lizard? Explore the animal kingdom's best boxers and compare how their skills rate against one another. Additional features include fun facts, captivating photos, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
Learn more about American Shorthair cats, including breed history, appearance, and cat care.
From the state capitol on goat hill to the National Voting Rights Museum, there's lots to see and do in Alabama! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make Alabama special. A table of contents, sources for further research, a phonetic glossary, and an index support readers and extend learning.
Learn all about African elephants, including where they live, why they are endangered, and how people are working together to save them. Chapters explain physical characteristics and behaviors as well. Additional features include full-color photographs, informative sidebars, detailed maps, a glossary of key words and phrases, and an introduction to the author.
Presents an overview of acrostic poems, including the form's history, elements, and traits and how poets use acrostic poems to express ideas.
Learn more about Abyssinian cats, including breed history and these cats' playful personalities.
