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Asia

Alicia Klepeis (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641566568

Asia is the largest of the world's seven continents and is home to many countries. Learn about the people, history, geography, and wildlife of the Asian countries. Includes glossary, websites, and fast facts.

Daring and Dangerous Deep Sea Divers

Sherry Howard (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781643692159

Daring and Dangerous: Deep Sea Divers for grades 4–8 introduces young readers to the exciting world of deep sea diving. From the amazing areas that divers explore to the common dangers they face underwater, this 32-page fact- and photo-filled book offers young readers an opportunity to learn how divers stay save and what they discover about our complex, beautiful world.

Daring and Dangerous Sky Jumpers

Judy Greenspan (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781643692166

Daring and Dangerous: Sky Jumpers for grades 4–8 introduces young readers to the exciting world of skydiving. This 32-page book offers readers an opportunity to learn about the dazzling world of competitions in the sky and the terrifying, thrilling, and very quick journey from the plane to the ground below. The Daring and Dangerous Stunt Performers series is an action-packed escape into some of the most daring and dangerous activities on – and beyond – the planet. With topics ranging from stunt performers to space explorers, each spread in these books stands alone so reluctant readers can flip through until something catches their attention. Each book also features glossary words (defined on the pages in which they appear) and a memory game that encourages readers' recall as they are asked to match images to what they've read

Antarctica

Reese Everett (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641566582

Did you know that Antarctica is considered the world's largest desert? It is the coldest and windiest place on Earth and has no permanent residents. Learn about the people who first explored this continent and the research that is now done there. Includes a glossary, websites, and fast facts.

Africa

Annette Whipple (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641566575

The continent of Africa is a land of many nations, languages, and cultures. Learn about the people, history, geography, and wildlife of this unique continent. Includes a glossary, websites, and fast facts.

Daring and Dangerous Auto Racers

Anastasia Suen (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781643692135

Daring and Dangerous: Auto Racers for grades 4–8 introduces young readers to the exciting world of professional auto racing. From NASCAR to Formula 1 and everything in between, the 32 fact- and photo-filled pages of this book offer readers an opportunity to learn about the history of racing and what it takes to be a part of this daring and dangerous sport.

Living Through World War II

M. M. Eboch (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641566667

Learn how World War II affected America and continues to influence our lives today, through technology advances, human rights issues, and more.

Living Through World War I

M. M. Eboch (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641566650

Discover the causes of World War I and learn how the war affected Americans during the war and for decades to follow. Includes a glossary, websites, and other resources.

Pit Viper

Carol Kim (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641567213

Pit vipers are some of the most feared and deadly venomous snakes in the world. Learn about these fascinating creatures and how they use heat-sensing pits to hunt prey. Includes maps, sidebars, and color photographs.

Western Diamondback Rattlesnake

Gary Sprott (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641567244

Did you know the rattlesnake is a member of the pit viper family? From its deadly fangs to its noisy tail, the western diamondback rattlesnake may leave you shaking with fear.

King Cobra

Gary Sprott (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641567220

The King Cobra has evolved over thousands of years into a magnificent predator. Discover amazing facts about the king cobra, the world’s longest venomous snake. Includes maps, sidebars, and color photographs.

Living Through the Vietnam War

Clara MacCarald (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641566674

Explore how the American public viewed the war in Vietnam and how American culture changed during the Vietnam era. Includes a glossary, websites, and other resources.

Green Anaconda

Brittany Canasi (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641567251

Green anacondas are the heaviest snakes in the world. Learn all about these amazing creatures, from their habits to their habitats. Includes a glossary and color photographs.

Living Through the Revolutionary War

Clara MacCarald (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641566636

Learn how the American Revolution tore apart communities and turned British colonists to Americans. Includes a glossary, websites, and other resources.

Living Through the Post 9-11 Era

Linden McNeilly (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641566698

Learn how it felt to live through the 9-11 attacks and how America changed - for better and worse - in the years that followed. Includes a glossary, websites, and other resources.

Flying Snake

Brittany Canasi (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641567237

In this title, learn about the different types flying tree snakes and their habitats and habits. Includes maps, fast facts, and color photographs.

Living Through the Civil War

Yvette Pierre (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641566643

Learn how the Civil War touched the lives of all Americans and impacted the politics, economy, and culture of the nation. Includes a glossary, websites, and other resources.

Cottonmouth

Deb Nelson (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641567268

The cottonmouth is the only poisonous semi-aquatic snake in the world. Learn all about this snazzy swimmer, from its habits to its habitats. Includes maps, sidebars, and color photographs.

Living Through the Civil Rights Movement

Linden McNeilly (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641566681

Learn about the series of protests and civil actions that made the Civil Rights Era one of change, conflict, and new hope. Includes a glossary, websites, and other resources.

STEAM guía los inventos

Kevin Walker (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781683421252

Este libro describe el proceso de invención desde la idea hasta el diseño y la comercialización del producto, mostrando cómo el conjunto de ciencias, tecnología, ingeniería, artes y matemáticas (STEAM) está involucrado en el proceso.

Wild West

Brittany Canasi (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641567305

Uncover the weird truths about the Wild West, from UFO sightings to cowboy lullabies. Includes a glossary, fast facts and other resources.

Pirates

Grace Ramsey (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641567275

Much of what we think about pirates comes from ways they are portrayed in books and movies. Learn the weird truth about the Golden Age of Piracy and how it spawned popular pirate stereotypes. This title supports Common Core ELA standards.

No puedes llevar esos genes

Shirley Duke (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781683421313

El libro presenta información sobre los genes y la herencia a través de fotografías y gráficas.

Monsters

K.A. Robertson (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641567299

Monster myths often reflect the culture from which they come. Explore the weird truth about monster myths and sightings all over the world. Includes a glossary, Weird, True Facts, and other resources.

Bugs

Grace Ramsey (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641567282

Discover the difference between bugs and insects and explore what makes some of them weird and wonderful. Includes a glossary, photographs, and other resources. This title supports Common Core ELA standards.