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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Learn how the American Revolution tore apart communities and turned British colonists to Americans. Includes a glossary, websites, and other resources.
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.
In this title, learn about the different types flying tree snakes and their habitats and habits. Includes maps, fast facts, and color photographs.
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.
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.
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.
Uncover the weird truths about the Wild West, from UFO sightings to cowboy lullabies. Includes a glossary, fast facts and other resources.
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.
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.
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.
The Lincoln Navigator is a king-sized, super deluxe, Sport Utility Vehicle. Big and Bold, this mammoth machine rules the road.
The Mercedes AMG G-65, powerful and durable, ranks among the company's most interesting vehicles. Discover why many think it is the world's greatest SUV.
The Yukon Denali may be a beast on the road but inside it's more like a luxurious hotel room. Learn all about the powerful, yet stylish Yukon Denali.
Who's the boss of the road? The answer just might be the Cadillac Escalade ESV Platinum, or Esky. The Esky has the power and beauty to make it much more than just another set of wheels.
Emotions are powerful feelings that we don't always understand. Learn how and why humans experience emotions. This title supports NGSS From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes.
The BMW X6M is one of BMW's most innovative creations. Learn why this "Sports Activity Coupe" is one of the coolest, fastest vehicles on the road.
Your body is a busy place. There's always something happening. From digestion to respiration, discover how the systems in your body work together to keep you strong. This title supports NGSS From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes.
Can you name some of the muscles you use every day? Learn about how muscles give your body shape, keep your heart beating, and help you move. This title supports NGSS From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes.
This book describes the physical characteristics and behaviors of sugar gliders and presents information to consider before getting one as a pet, discussing care requirements and health issues.
With real-world examples of science at work, this book introduces the benefits of discoveries and inventions to advance mankind.
