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,Elizabeth Raum
Presents the full text of The Star-Spangled Banner in both its original version and in a translated version using everyday language. Describes the events that led to the creation of…
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Presents the full text of the Pledge of Allegiance in both its original version and in a translated version using everyday language. Describes the events that led to the creation…
Have you ever sung, Jose, can you see? Do you really know the words to The Star-Spangled Banner ? Here’s your chance to find out what they really mean.
In You Choose format, explores the Revolutionary War from the perspectives of colonists, British soldiers, militia soldiers, and foreigners –
In You Choose format, explores the Revolutionary War from the perspectives of spies on both the British and American sides –
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3 story paths, 55 choices, 21 endings –Cover.
Elizabeth Raum
This photo-illustrated book describes tornados, or as they are known in other parts of the world, cyclones. Explains how tornados are formed, how they are predicted, what can be done…
This photo-illustrated book for elementary readers describes the venomous stingray. Readers learn how these ocean animals use the stinger on their tails to defend against predators. Also explains the threat…
How many siblings does the average girl your age have? At what age do most girls start dating? How do other girls your age handle friend drama? Find the answers…
Describes Komodo dragons, including what they look like, where they live, how they hunt, how they reproduce, and how they fit in the world.
Surviving Hurricanes will look at children who experienced hurricanes around the world, through history and up to the present day.
Travel back to a time when: - No one knew what germs were or that they made you sick. - People believed the moon had magical powers. Step into the…
Profiles the vikings, their history, culture, and what contributions they made to modern society.
This book looks at the power of advertising: how it works, the pros and cons, the impact of consumerism and how advertising affects our daily lives –
The Bill of Rights was written more than 200 years ago, but it’s still just as relevant and important today as it was back then. Readers will take a look…
This photo-illustrated book describes hurricanes, or as they are known in other parts of the world, cyclones and typhoons. Explains how hurricanes are formed, how they are predicted, what can…
World War II begins in an economic depression and grows into a fight about tyrants and dictators. In the end, it is the deadliest, most destructive war in history. Explore…
Children who enjoy reading, read more. The more a child reads, the quicker their literacy skills develop. Part of the ATOMIC series, this book features topics which are of interest…
Discusses the creation of the Declaration of Independence and its significance in United States history.
This book for elementary readers outlines key dates throughout this change maker’s life. Engaging photographs and a timeline depict each step in the road to change, from Susan B. Anthony’s…
Should the United States stay a small country or expand across the continent of North America? That was the question in 1804, when the United States had a chance to…
This photo-illustrated book for elementary readers describes the venomous black widow spider. Readers learn how these spiders use venom to kill prey and as a protection against predators. Also explains…
This photo-illustrated book for elementary readers describes the venomous blue-ringed octopus of the Pacific and Indian oceans. Readers learn how these octopi use their colorful rings or stripes to warn…
This photo-illustrated book for elementary readers describes the venomous box jellyfish of the Pacific and Indian Oceans. Readers learn how these jellies use venom to kill prey and as a…
This photo-illustrated book for elementary readers describes the venomous poison dart frog. Readers learn how these rainforest frogs use venom to as a protection against predators. Also explains how people…
This photo-illustrated book for elementary readers describes the Australian taipan snake, one of the most venomous snakes in the world. Readers learn how these snakes use their venom to kill…
This photo-illustrated book for elementary readers describes the poisonous stonefish. Readers learn how these ocean animals use stingers on their backs to defend against predators. Also explains the threat of…
No matter how hard twelve-year-old North Olson tries to do what’s right, he can’t seem to please his dad. When a major flood threatens to destroy his hometown, North is…
This photo-illustrated book describes what a makes a winter storm a blizzard, how blizzards affect people, and highlights some historic blizzards. Includes information on keeping safe if living in an…
This photo-illustrated book describes how earthquakes happen, how quakes affect people, and highlights some historic earthquakes. Includes information on keeping safe if living in an area prone to quakes –
This photo-illustrated book describes flash floods, regional floods, and storm surges. Explains how floods are predicted, what can be done to help prevent them, and how to stay safe in…
A photo-illustrated biography for early readers on Houston Dash and US soccer player Carli Lloyd. Describes her childhood, when she started playing soccer, and how she got to be an…
A photo-illustrated biography for early readers on Houston Texans defensive end Justin J.J. Watt. Describes his childhood, when he started playing football, and how he got to be an NFL…
A photo-illustrated biography for early readers on Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton. Describes his childhood, when he started playing football, and how he got to be an NFL player. Includes…
A photo-illustrated biography for early readers on Cleveland Cavaliers forward Lebron James. Describes his childhood, when he started playing basketball, and how he got to be an NBA player. Includes…
A photo-illustrated biography for early readers on pro tennis player Serena Williams. Describes her childhood, when she started playing tennis, and how he got to be a pro tennis player…
This book for elementary readers outlines key dates throughout this change maker’s life. Full-color photographs and a timeline depict each step in the road to change, from Malala Yousafzai’s early…
Who are the American colonists? Are they British subjects or independent citizens? A war will decide. Explore the events of the Revolutionary War and experience the fight for freedom.
How many girls your age have a social media account? What are the most popular social media websites? How many followers does the average teen have? Find the answers to…
A photo-illustrated biography for early readers on US pro snowboarder Chloe Kim. Describes her childhood, when she started riding a snowboard, and how [s]he got to be one of the…
