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Robyn Hardyman
Packed with fitness facts and healthy hints - find out why healthy kids choose exercise
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Many people are fascinated by the great kingdoms and rulers of the distant past. For some, no records survive to prove their existence. For others, the records are woven with…
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One of the first steps toward good money management is opening a bank account or two. How debit and savings accounts work, how to get cash from these accounts, and…
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Food is a very important part of life, but many people around the world spend their days hungry and malnourished. How can this problem be solved? Men and women around…
Earth is under threat.
Today, our planet faces huge challenges as a result of human actions. The time has come to replace those negative actions with positive ones–it’s time to…
Monarchies have a king or a queen in charge of a country, but theres much more to a monarchy than who is in charge. Find out which countries have a…
What could be worse than embalming a dead body? Being buried with it! Some pharaohs and wealthy Egyptians insisted their servants be buried with them to serve in the afterlife…
"In this . . . science book readers will find out why we burn fossil fuels, the harm it is causing, and why evolution in the geothermal industry could make…
What is a Monarchy and how does this political system work? This fascinating book looks at different aspects of Monarchies, explaining what they are, how they have come about and…
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Describes the land, people, and culture of France.
From sea to shining sea, the United States of America is home to many different cultures and people from around the world. This interesting title relates the history of the…
The island country of Japan has a distinct, vibrant culture. The Japanese national anthem, a pronunciation to common Japanese sayings, and the country’s history are all discussed in this descriptive…
From the Leaning Tower of Pisa to Venices famous gondolas, this engaging text presents Italys history and culture from the Roman times to modern day. Young readers will appreciate the…
This volume explains the concept of a fable: defining the genre, detailing its characteristics, and reproducing some of the most famous examples of these stories from cultures around the world.
Legends are riveting tales that are based on real events, but exaggerated so that they are not completely true. In this book, readers will learn the most important aspects of…
Fairy tales have existed in every culture around the world, teaching children stories of characters in imaginary worlds who undergo hardship but learn to overcome their difficult circumstances. This compelling…
A little snow can make for a fun afternoon full of snowball fights and the building of snowmen, but a lot of snow can cause serious damage and dangerous situations…
Wind can run the gambit from a refreshing breeze on a hot day to a force strong enough to destroy houses. This book looks at the physical characteristics of wind…
This series covers a wide range of health topics to show readers what it takes to be healthy and to feel great.
This book helps young readers understand healthy relationships.
This title walks students through the practical steps of planning a camping adventure, from packing to picking out a campsite, while emphasizing the importance of safety
This book will give students all the information that they need to plan their very own outdoor kayaking or canoeing adventure, from tips on gear to step-by-step instructions for maneuvering…
This book offers a look at hunting that emphasizes skills, safety, and planning.
this book explains both the mechanics of fishing itself, and how to plan a fishing trip of your own.
Listening is a skill that’s crucial for success in relationships, in school, and everyday life. Becoming a good active listener is possible even for the most easily distracted. Readers will…
Find out more about democracy, which countries use it to govern, and learn some positives and negatives about this type of government –
Presents several of the most dangerous, dirty, and otherwise unpleasant jobs done in ancient Greece and Rome, including peasant, slave, Olympic pankratist, laborer, fuller, gladiator, and soldier.
Readers will discover the many terrible tasks that needed to be done, all while learning the social and political structure of Medieval Europe. Sidebars and historical images add even more…
A work that discusses two great electrical engineers who changed the course of history with their inventions.
Presents the professional lives of Marie and Pierre Curie, and the advances they made in science.
Malaria is an infectious disease caused by parasites and spread by mosquitoes. Especially dangerous to children, it’s the cause of 1 million deaths annually. About half of the world is…
With an estimated 3 to 5 million cases of the flu reported each year and more than 250,000 of those resulting in death, the flu virus remains a must-know topic…