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Jill Keppeler
Explains the truth behind widely-believed stories about the origins of the American flag, the Liberty Bell, the bald eagle, Uncle Sam, the White House, and other historic sites and symbols…
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For most of history, women have been confined to their households, and to lives without equal rights or equal opportunities. This volume introduces readers to the women of the suffrage…
Iran has ancient roots, and readers are guided through its past and present in this comprehensive guide to Iranian life. Focused chapters present the nation's history, economy, natural environment, government…
Thailand is a Southeast Asian kingdom once known as Siam. Today, it's a popular tourist destination and a powerful economic force. Readers discover Thailand's past and present in this detailed…
In 2009, a deceptively simple block-based sandbox game first began appearing on computers. Now, eight years later, Minecraft is one of the best-selling games of all time. But how did…
Sorting the facts from the fiction in pirate legends can be tricky. Perhaps thats why pirates have never lost their appeal for readers; theyre larger than life. This swashbuckling book…
Vast numbers of Earth’s plants and animals live in the planet’s oceans, but scientists estimate we know about far less than half of them. It may be impossible to know…
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Off the southern and western coasts of Australia lives a fish with transparent fins shaped like seaweed, undulating slowly in the water, mimicking its plant surroundings to survive. This incredible…
Did you know that Greenland is actually part of the Kingdom of Denmark? Readers discover this and other fun facts about the world’s largest island as they explore the history…
The Southeast Asian nation of the Philippines is made up of thousands of islands and is one of the most populous countries in the world. What is life like for…
As the number of ways people share information grows and adapts, knowing how to communicate effectively becomes more important. With this useful book, young readers will learn more about the…
Heat is a form of energy that people are very familiar with. Heat makes our homes warm in winter and it helps us prepare food for dinner. Heat can also…
In this engaging book, readers learn the fascinating history of how the Mexican government recruited landowners to colonize areas in Texas in 1825. Through primary sources, graphics, and maps, students…
Your young explorers will visit diverse landscapes and cityscapes through this vibrant set that surveys geography of the major regions of the world. Readers will learn about both physical and…
Maria and Mike are back in the city, but there’s still lots to explore in their Minecraft world! And now, they’ll have their friends from home adventuring with them. Young…
It’s one of the most famous documents in United States history so it’s time for Team Time Machine to get a close look at the drafting of the Declaration of…
Bacteria are the smallest of the small! These one-celled organisms live everywhere on Earth, and while most are harmless (or helpful), some can cause a lot of damage through disease…
Was there a flash of red on that spider? Uh oh, it's a black widow! These small spiders can pack a big punch of venom, but they're also often misunderstood…
Keep your hands to yourself! That's what the bright blue rings on this tiny terror say. These small octopuses prefer to hide in equally small corners or crevices in their…
Swat! What was that? A buzzing mosquito! These tiny pests are very common but can be more dangerous than you may realize. In this book, readers will creep into the…
Poison dart frogs come in a rainbow of colors, and most are less than 2 inches (5.1 cm) long. However, this tiny package can come with a strong dose of…
The United States’ Founding Fathers knew how important a free press could be to their great experiment in democracy. It was so important that they protected that freedom in the…
It’s the battle where the world turned upside down-and Team Time Machine is on the scene! The squad travels back to 1781 to learn more about the siege of Yorktown…
Journalism has been a profession for a long time, but as news sources move online, it’s changing into a field that makes increasing use of social media and other tools…
Our planet is home to all sorts of habitats, but what makes these different places unique? With the help of 20 fun facts per book, readers of this engaging set…
Life without a phone is so hard to imagine! Without the ability to call our friends, family, or even emergency services, life would certainly be much more difficult. Through accessible…
Why does snow sometimes appear in places it doesn't belong? Readers will learn all about this wildly weird weather phenomenon in this educational and interesting book! They'll discover key incidents…
Readers take an informative and engaging trip through Asia in the latest edition of this popular look at world cultures. Featuring the most up-to-date facts about countries ranging from India…
Readers discover the complex history of Germany and how geography, government, and economics have worked together to help shape the culture of this country in this comprehensive look at one…
The First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution guarantees that Congress "shall make no law . . . abridging the freedom of speech or of the press." But what does that…
According to the Tenth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution's Bill of Rights, the federal government has only those powers expressly stated in the Constitution. All other powers are given to…
