After 17 years trapped in the prison-like Tin Can at the heart of Pop City, the human/animal hybrid Frog Boy orchestrates his own escape in hopes of securing his freedom. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Upon meeting the bank-robbing Disco Queens, Frog Boy finds himself entangled in a government conspiracy where he is forced to track down other hybrids just like him. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Trains have been around for more than two centuries. They changed the entire world. This encyclopedia gives readers a look at trains, from the first steam-powered locomotive to high-tech maglev trains. Features include a helpful introduction to the topic, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Trucks are tools on wheels. They bring us the things we need and can carry the heaviest of loads. This encyclopedia gives readers a look at trucks, from their earliest versions to the working trucks of today to the trucks of the future. Features include a helpful introduction to the topic, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Planes carry people and items around the world. They are used by the military, by the postal service, and for fun! This encyclopedia gives readers a look into the history of planes, from the first flight to military machines to futuristic fliers. Features include a helpful introduction to the topic, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Tractors can get the job done. They help farmers every step of the way, from fertilizing fields to removing weeds to harvesting crops. This encyclopedia gives readers a look at tractors, from the first steam-powered plows to today's self-driving, high-tech tractors. Features include a helpful introduction to the topic, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
This exciting DIY title guides kids through the process of developing a science fair project. Kids will learn basic information about the field of Physics and then be guided through a friction and motion science project as an example. Readers will be prompted to use the scientific method and their own inspirations and interests to come up with other project ideas. The DIY format promotes inspiration, problem-solving, and imagination. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Before cars, people used trains, boats, or their own feet to get around. Today, though, cars are everywhere! This encyclopedia gives readers a look into the history of cars, from classic to racing to cars of the future. Features include a helpful introduction to the topic, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Motorcycles can deliver messages, dash to the rescue, and even go off-road. They can be big and powerful or light and fast. This encyclopedia gives readers a look into the history of motorcycles, from the first motorized bicycle to the famous Harley-Davidson to the wheels of the future. Features include a helpful introduction to the topic, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
This exciting DIY title guides kids through the process of developing a science fair project. Kids will learn basic information about the field of Chemistry and then be guided through an acid rain science project as an example. Readers will be prompted to use the scientific method and their own inspirations and interests to come up with other project ideas. The DIY format promotes inspiration, problem-solving, and imagination. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
This exciting DIY title guides kids through the process of developing a science fair project. Kids will learn basic information about the field of Geology and then be guided through an erosion science project as an example. Readers will be prompted to use the scientific method and their own inspirations and interests to come up with other project ideas. The DIY format promotes inspiration, problem-solving, and imagination. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
This exciting DIY title guides kids through the process of developing a science fair project. Kids will learn basic information about the field of Meteorology and then be guided through a land vs water science project as an example. Readers will be prompted to use the scientific method and their own inspirations and interests to come up with other project ideas. The DIY format promotes inspiration, problem-solving, and imagination. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
This exciting DIY title guides kids through the process of developing a science fair project. Kids will learn basic information about the field of Astronomy and then be guided through a crater science project as an example. Readers will be prompted to use the scientific method and their own inspirations and interests to come up with other project ideas. The DIY format promotes inspiration, problem-solving, and imagination. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
This exciting DIY title guides kids through the process of developing a science fair project. Kids will learn basic information about the field of Biology and then be guided through a mold science project as an example. Readers will be prompted to use the scientific method and their own inspirations and interests to come up with other project ideas. The DIY format promotes inspiration, problem-solving, and imagination. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Four friends had moved to New York City from Atlanta, Georgia hoping to make it big. But things hadn't worked out and they are moving home. As they are leaving the city on a hot July night in 1977, the lights go out suddenly. Can they avoid the crime and violence and get to safety? Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
In 1912, Casey Scanlan, Sean O'Helan, and Seamus Holt rob a bank of cash and gold. Scanlan has secretly booked passage on the RMS Titanic. He ditches his partners, then boards the ship. O'Helan shows up and confronts Scanlan. When the ship hits the iceberg, O'Helan grabs the cash and runs. Scanlan can't carry the heavy gold. Can Scanlan leave the gold behind, or will greed seal his fate? Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
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.
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.
In 1941, US Navy sailor Jack Colvin is stationed at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. While holiday shopping, he has his pocket picked and is then abducted by a gang. While attempting to escape the gang's wrath, the naval base is attacked. Can Colvin escape his captors and get back to his ship? Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
In 1871, petty thief Timothy Shannon was released from jail near Chicago, Illinois. He dodges a police officer who is tailing him, then joins a poker game in Mrs. O'Leary's barn to get the money he needs for his next caper. Somehow, a fire starts and quickly spreads across Chicago. Can Shannon evade the police and escape the burning city? Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
Does the Loch Ness Monster exist? This title explains what a cryptid is, then examines the Loch Ness Monster, including supposed sightings both modern and historic, researchers who investigate sightings, those who use modern technology and scientific methods to find the Loch Ness Monster, and a museum that displays Loch Ness Monster artifacts. Includes a map of Loch Ness Monster sightings. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
Does the Mongolian Death Worm exist? This title explains what a cryptid is, then examines the Mongolian Death Worm, including supposed sightings, scientists who study and search for it, and those who believe it is not even a worm. Includes a map of Mongolian Death Worm sightings. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
Does the Mothman exist? This title explains what a cryptid is, then examines the Mothman, including supposed sightings both modern and historic, scientists who research to determine whether the Mothman is real, and a museum that displays Mothman artifacts. Includes a map of Mothman sightings. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
Does the Jersey Devil exist? This title explains what a cryptid is, then examines the Jersey Devil, including supposed sightings both modern and historic, groups who search for it, researchers who investigate sightings, and those who study physical evidence that is said to have come from the Jersey Devil. Includes a map of Jersey Devil sightings. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
Does Bigfoot exist? This title explains what a cryptid is, then examines the cryptid Bigfoot, including supposed sightings both modern and historic, groups who search for it, researchers who investigate sightings, and those who study physical evidence that is said to have come from Bigfoot. Includes a map of Bigfoot sightings. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
