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Lebanon

James Stewart (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781604727494

Explores the battlegrounds of Lebanon, its history, and the years of war that the country has endured.

Sudan

Sean Connolly (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781604727500

Explores Sudan's conflict and hunger, internal division, civil wars and terror, as well as the uncertain peace. Discusses Darfur and beyond.

Iraq

I.R. Bean (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781604727487

Presents the history of Iraq from the Sumerians to modern times, focusing on the 2003 U.S.-led invasion, its causes, and its consequences.

Indonesia

Roger Canavan (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781604727470

Explores the island nation of Indonesia, its outside influences, colonial rule, its troubled independence, reform, and an uncertain future.

Our Planet

Gordon Volke (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781618107589

This book presents a collection of questions, answers, and facts about the planet Earth, including its origin, continents, and relation to the Sun and Moon.

United States Territories

Linda Thompson (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606941515

This book chronicles the acquisition and settlement of the various territories that have not become states but are governed by the United States.

Louisiana Purchase

Linda Thompson (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606941492

This book chronicles the Louisiana Purchase, the territory which reached from the Mississippi River to the Rocky Mountains, in 1803.

Great Lakes

Linda Thompson (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606941485

This book chronicles the events that led up to the colonization of the Great Lakes region, discussing the reasons for the settlement of this area and the fate of the native inhabitants.

Territorios de Estados Unidos

Linda Thompson (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606941843

Chronicles the acquisition and settlement of the various territories that have not become states but are governed by the United States.

La Compra de Louisiana

Linda Thompson (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606941867

Chronicles the Louisiana Purchase, the territory which reached from the Mississippi River to the Rocky Mountains, in 1803.

Surviving the Ocean

Jessica Rusick (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098278397

In this title, readers learn how to survive on the ocean through the real-life experiences of those who survived. In addition to how to avoid the sun, find food and fresh water, make a shelter, and signal for help, this title examines the conditions, plants and animals, and dangers of the ocean. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

Surviving the Rainforest

Jessica Rusick (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098278403

In this title, readers learn how to survive in the rainforest through the real-life experiences of those who survived. In addition to how to find food and water, make a shelter, and signal for help, this title examines the conditions, plants and animals, and dangers of the rainforest. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

Surviving the Mountains

Jessica Rusick (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098278380

In this title, readers learn how to survive in the mountains through the real-life experiences of those who survived. In addition to how to stay warm, find food and water, make a shelter, and signal for help, this title examines the climate, plants and animals, and dangers of the mountains. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

Surviving the Arctic

Jessica Rusick (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098278366

In this title, readers learn how to survive in the Arctic through the real-life experiences of those who survived. In addition to how to stay warm, find food and water, avoid frostbite, make a shelter, and signal for help, this title examines the climate, plants and animals, and dangers of the Arctic. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

Hurricane Katrina

Bobby Nash (author) Lelo Alves (illustrator)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098239046

In 2005, US Marshal Bill Reece is in New Orleans, Louisiana to transfer a convict to a new prison. When Hurricane Katrina hits the city, a wall of water slams into their car, rolling it over. Reece is knocked out and the convict escapes. Can Reece navigate through the flooded, storm-wrecked city and catch the escaped prisoner? Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

Mount St. Helens Eruption

Bobby Nash (author) Lelo Alves (illustrator)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098239053

Former US Army pilot Major Thomas Deeks worked to end smuggling in South America. Fast forward to 1980 and he has changed sides and flies for a smuggling operation. Deeks is flying near Mount St. Helens in Washington State when the volcano erupts. He crashes the plane, losing the smuggler's plane and his product. Can Deeks escape the devastation and the smuggler's revenge? Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

Japan

Jessica Dean (author)

Publisher: Jump Library ISBN: 9781624969188

In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Japan. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry.

Earthquake Survival Stories

Jeanne Marie Ford (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503854840

Showcases stories from real-life earthquake survivors. This book describes people's experiences with the disaster, discusses the aftermath, and shows how people helped others in their hour of need. Additional features include a table of contents, Fast Facts, infographics, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

Tornado Survival Stories

Janie Havemeyer (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503854819

Showcases stories from real-life tornado survivors. This book describes people's experiences with the disaster, discusses the aftermath, and shows how people helped others in their hour of need. Additional features include a table of contents, Fast Facts, infographics, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

Hurricane Survival Stories

Alyssa Krekelberg (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503854826

Showcases stories from real-life hurricane survivors. This book describes people's experiences with the disaster, discusses the aftermath, and shows how people helped others in their hour of need. Additional features include a table of contents, Fast Facts, infographics, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

Wildfire Survival Stories

Janie Havemeyer (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503854833

Showcases stories from real-life wildfire survivors. This book describes people's experiences with the disaster, discusses the aftermath, and shows how people helped others in their hour of need. Additional features include a table of contents, Fast Facts, infographics, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

Tsunami Survival Stories

Jeanne Marie Ford (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503854802

Showcases stories from real-life tsunami survivors. This book describes people's experiences with the disaster, discusses the aftermath, and shows how people helped others in their hour of need. Additional features include a table of contents, Fast Facts, infographics, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

Volcano Survival Stories

Amy C. Rea (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503854796

Showcases stories from real-life survivors who lived through a volcanic eruption. This book describes people's experiences with the disaster, discusses the aftermath, and shows how people helped others in their hour of need. Additional features include a table of contents, Fast Facts, infographics, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

Evading the Eruption

Charlie Ogden, Sam Thompson (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889166016

What would you do if a volcano erupted? An exploding volcano could cause earthquakes, flying rocks, and air pollution. It’s time to become a volcano survival expert . . . just in case. This engaging hi-lo book draws in 5th and 6th grade readers with compelling extreme disaster survival while a 2nd and 3rd grade reading level makes the nonfiction narrative accessible. It’s a roaring good time!

Surviving the Megatsunami

Madeline Tyler, Sam Thompson (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889166023

What would you do if you see a wall of water in the distance? A megatsunami could wipe out electricity, food supply, and even damage homes. It’s time to become a megatsunami survival expert . . . just in case. This engaging hi-lo book draws in 5th and 6th grade readers with compelling extreme disaster survival while a 2nd and 3rd grade reading level makes the nonfiction narrative accessible. It’s a roaring good time!