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Inclined planes are the simplest of the simple machines. They were used more than 4,000 years ago to help build the Great Pyramid of Giza. Learn more in All About…
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Tourism is one of the most important industries in both Alaska and Hawai'i. Millions of visitors arrive by airplane and cruise ship each year. Learn more in Alaska and Hawai'i…
Sir Francis Drake was the first Englishman to circumnavigate the globe. James Cook set up trade routes in the Pacific Ocean. Learn more about explorers in English Explorers, an Early…
Floods are natural disasters that result from high water flow that rises too quickly to properly drain. Flooding has occurred in every U.S. state. Learn more in Floods.
Reconstruction was a period of time shortly after the Civil War. The U.S. Constitution was changed in order to ensure freedom for African Americans. Find out more in Reconstruction, a…
Croatia’s proximity to the Adriatic Sea provides the country with magnificent coastlines that rise up to mountains in the east and highlands in the north. This dramatic scenery makes Croatia…
Do people call you independent? Are you always up for a challenge? If this sounds familiar, you might be an Aries.
Wander through renowned religious buildings around the world with the Houses of Worship series. Each title showcases a sacred structure and delves into the history, architecture, and science behind it.
Once the Winter Palace of Russias royal family, the State Hermitage Museum now stands as a tribute to the countrys fascinating history. More than 2.5 million people visit the Saint…
The opulent Palace of Versailles became the official royal residence of French monarchs during the reign of King Louis XIV. With 551,112 square feet (51,200 square meters) of floor space…
Vincent van Gogh painted colorful scenes of nature and of farming communities in Belgium, France, and the Netherlands. He was unknown as an artist during his lifetime, and sold only…
Michelangelo Buonarroti is remembered for creating some of the world’s greatest masterpieces. He sculpted and painted grand works of art during the Renaissance, an era of great artistic development. More…
Each book in the Volunteer Jobs series features detailed descriptions of specific roles for volunteers, and explains how to apply.
Spain, a large country in southwestern Europe, covers most of the Iberian Peninsula. Historic sites, modern cities, sunny beaches, beautiful landscapes, and varied cultural heritages make Spain one of the…
The Monster Energy NASCAR Cup is a racing series in which stock car drivers compete against each other on a variety of tracks.
Levers are one of the oldest machines used by humans. The first computer had thousands of levers. Learn more in All About Levers.
Londons British Museum is one of the worlds largest and oldest museums. At more than 250 years old, it currently boasts a collection of over eight million historical artifacts. Through…
The Louvre in France is one of the worlds largest museums. French royals and nobility who collected art once lived at the Louvre, which was originally constructed as a fortress…
It takes four months of work to make each Sprint Cup trophy. Each year, two are made and given to the winning driver and team owner. Learn more in The…
For more than a century, great African American athletes have contributed to the role of sports in American life. People of all ages have cheered for the players who represent…
Built in the 19th century as a private retreat for King Ludwig II of Bavaria, Neuschwanstein Castle harkens back to the German myths and legends that inspired its design. Its…
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From floods to wildfires and earthquakes to hurricanes, Natural Disasters introduces readers to some of the most extreme naturally occurring events on Earth. Readers will explore the causes, locations, history…
Do people call you a good friend? Are you fun to be around? If this sounds familiar, you might be a Leo.
Standing as the centerpiece of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Utah’s Salt Lake Temple is a towering structure of grace. This building is the largest place of…
The Great Synagogue of Budapest is also known as the Dohany Synagogue. This is because it sits on Budapest’s Dohany Street, which serves as an entrance to the city’s Jewish…
The Metis are people who identify themselves as having both First Nations and European ancestors. There are more than 200,000 Metis people living in Canada today. Learn more in Metis…
