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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.

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.

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.

Pyramids of Egypt

Shirley Duke (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781634306065

Learn all about the most famous Egyptian pyramids, how they were built, and the fascinating facts about the kings and pharaohs who are entombed within them.

Great Wall of China

Carla Mooney (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781634306096

Learn about the building techniques used to construct the Great Wall of China, the empires that constructed them, and what their purposes were over the centuries.

Vikings

Don McLeese (author) Chris Marrinan (illustrator)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907915

This brief introduction to the Vikings and their gods includes a story about the family of Eric the Red..

Pirates

Joanne Mattern (author) Chris Marrinan (illustrator)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907885

In graphic-novel format, this book examines the history of piracy while providing a story that brings the danger and adventure of high seas to life.

Samurai

Don McLeese (author) Chris Marrinan (illustrator)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907892

This book discusses the lives of samurai warriors through a story about two samurai who served Oda Nobunaga, a powerful samurai leader.

Spartans

Don McLeese (author) Chris Marrinan (illustrator)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907908

This book described the life of a Spartan warrior and includes a short story that follows two Spartan boys from the age of seven to the battle of Thermopylae.

Knights

Joanne Mattern (author) Chris Marrinan (illustrator)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907878

This book describes the life of medieval knights, including a short story of two young knights' experiences in a tournament and in battle.

Gladiators

Joanne Mattern (author) Chris Marrinan (illustrator)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907861

This book presents an introduction to gladiators, warriors of the Roman arena. It includes a brief story about two slaves who became gladiators and a description of the various kinds of gladiators, their styles, and weapons.

World War II Memorial

Maureen Robins (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907854

This book discusses background information about the World War II Memorial and the sacrifices of America's fallen soldiers.

World War I Memorial

Maureen Robins (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907847

This book discusses background information about the World War I Memorial and the sacrifices of America's fallen soldiers.

Vietnam War Memorial

Jennifer Burrows (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907830

This book discusses background information about the Vietnam War Memorial and the sacrifices of America's fallen soldiers.

Korean War Memorial

Jennifer Burrows (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907816

This book discusses background information about the Korean War Memorial and the sacrifices of America's fallen soldiers.

Arlington National Cemetery

Jennifer Burrows (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907809

This book discusses background information about Arlington National Cemetery and the sacrifices of America's fallen soldiers.

USS Arizona Memorial

Maureen Robins (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907823

This book discusses background information about the USS "Arizona" Memorial and the sacrifices of America's fallen soldiers.

Treasure Hunter

Susan Koehler (author) Ken Hooper (illustrator)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615906758

In graphic-novel format, this book tells a story while providing facts about having a career as a treasure hunter.

Race Car Crew Chief

Susan Koehler (author) Thomas Zahler (illustrator)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615906734

In graphic-novel format, this book tells a story while providing facts about having a career as crew chief of a pit crew.

Safari Guide

Tim Clifford (author) Ken Hooper (illustrator)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615906741

In graphic-novel format, this book tells a story while providing facts about having a career as a safari guide.

Animal Trainer

Susan Koehler (author) Thomas Zahler (illustrator)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615906703

In graphic-novel format, this book tells a story while providing facts about having a career as an animal trainer.

Forensic Scientist

Tim Clifford (author) Ken Hooper (illustrator)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615906710

In graphic-novel format, this book tells a story while providing facts about having a career as a forensic scientist.

Mountaineer

Tim Clifford (author) Ken Hooper (illustrator)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615906727

In graphic-novel format, this book tells a story while providing facts about having a career as a mountaineer.