Dolly Parton is known as one of the most famous singer/songwriters in country music, but what about before that? What happened when Parton was younger? What did she do then that led to her being famous later on? Also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.
Babe Ruth was known as the greatest player in the history of baseball, but what about before that? What happened when Ruth was younger? What did he do then that led to his being famous later on? Also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.
Showcases survival stories of people who made it out of the attacks alive. This book describes the experiences of people who survived the harrowing events at the 9/11 attack sites. Additional features include a table of contents, a fast-facts section, infographics, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Showcases stories of the rescue dogs and handlers who reported to the attack sites to search for victims and survivors. This book describes the important service of these animals during the aftermath of the attacks. Additional features include a table of contents, a fast-facts section, infographics, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Showcases stories of the reporters who faced the horrifying aftermath of the attacks in order to keep the public informed. This book describes the ways journalists rose to the challenge of reporting on the events of 9/11 in real time. Additional features include a table of contents, a fast-facts section, infographics, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Showcases stories from first responders who heroically rushed to the scene of the attacks. This book describes the experiences of the firefighters, police officers, and EMTs who put themselves in danger to come to the aid of victims and survivors. Additional features include a table of contents, a fast-facts section, infographics, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Showcases stories of everyday people who performed heroic acts in the aftermath of the attacks. This book describes the experiences of people who saved lives through their brave actions at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and on United Flight 93. Additional features include a table of contents, a fast-facts section, infographics, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Showcases stories of everyday people around the country and the world who worked to support those who were directly affected by the attacks. The book describes the actions of individuals who displayed hospitality to stranded air travelers; organized vigils, blood drives, and food drives; and traveled to the attack locations to volunteer with aid organizations. Additional features include a table of contents, a fast-facts section, infographics, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Showcases women who have contributed to the US military. This book introduces the reader to four such women, describes the trajectory of their careers, and details their unique contributions to their field. Additional features include a table of contents, a fast-facts section, sidebars, an infographic, prompts for critical thinking, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Showcases women who have contributed to the science of outer space. This book introduces the reader to four such women, describes the trajectory of their careers, and details their unique contributions to their field. Additional features include a table of contents, a fast-facts section, sidebars, an infographic, prompts for critical thinking, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Showcases women who have contributed to the field of medicine. This book introduces the reader to four such women, describes the trajectory of their careers, and details their unique contributions to their field. Additional features include a table of contents, a fast-facts section, sidebars, an infographic, prompts for critical thinking, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Showcases women who have contributed to the field of mathematics. This book introduces the reader to four such women, describes the trajectory of their careers, and details their unique contributions to their field. Additional features include a table of contents, a fast-facts section, sidebars, an infographic, prompts for critical thinking, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Showcases women who have contributed to the field of engineering. This book introduces the reader to four such women, describes the trajectory of their careers, and details their unique contributions to their field. Additional features include a table of contents, a fast-facts section, sidebars, an infographic, prompts for critical thinking, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Showcases women who have contributed to the field of computer science. This book introduces the reader to four such women, describes the trajectory of their careers, and details their unique contributions to their field. Additional features include a table of contents, a fast-facts section, sidebars, an infographic, prompts for critical thinking, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Traces the historical development of the home of the presidents of the United States, describing how the mansion has grown from six rooms in 1798 to 132 rooms today. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, infographics, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Describes the history of the Washington Monument, how it was built, and what it represents. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, infographics, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Describes the history and creation of the Statue of Liberty and how it came to be a symbol of the United States. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, infographics, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Describes the creation of the huge sculpture carved into Mount Rushmore in the 1920s under the direction of Gutzon Borglum. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, infographics, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Describes the history of the Lincoln Memorial, how it was built, and what it represents. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, infographics, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Describes the Liberty Bell and how it came to be a symbol of the United States. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, infographics, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Describes the history of the Hoover Dam, why and how it was built, and how it works. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, infographics, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Describes the history of the Ellis Island immigration center and its restoration as a national treasure. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, infographics, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Describes the document that declared America's independence and fanned the flames of the Revolutionary War. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, infographics, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and 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. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, infographics, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Describes the flag comprised of stars and stripes that represents the United States, its meaning, and how it came to become a symbol of the country. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, infographics, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.