In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the causes, main events, key players, and lasting impacts of the California gold rush. Interesting photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about this important period in American history. An infographic enhances understanding of the gold rush, and What Do You Think? sidebars encourage deeper inquiry. A timeline highlights key events and dates. California Gold Rush also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the unique and defining characteristics of South America. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about this continent’s landscape, biomes, climate, wildlife, culture, and more. Strong STEM connections promote multi-subject learning. A Take a Look! infographic aids understanding, sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, maps help readers locate the continent, and an At a Glance summary provides quick facts for easy reference. Children can learn more about South America using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Explore South America also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
Get the ball rolling with this high-interest introduction to basketball, the sport known for its hoops and orange balls. Also included is a biographical story about professional basketball player and coach Becky Hammon.
Get the ball rolling with this high-interest introduction to tennis, the sport known for its low nets and rackets. Also included is a biographical story about professional tennis players Venus and Serena Williams.
This high-interest history of the National Football League’s Tennessee Titans highlights memorable games, summarizes seasonal triumphs and defeats, and features standout players such as Marcus Mariota.
This high-interest history of the National Football League’s New York Jets highlights memorable games, summarizes seasonal triumphs and defeats, and features standout players such as Joe Namath.
This high-interest history of the National Football League's San Francisco's 49ers highlights memorable games, summarizes seasonal triumphs and defeats, and features standout players such as Joe Montana.
This high-interest history of the National Football League’s Atlanta Falcons highlights memorable games, summarizes seasonal triumphs and defeats, and features standout players such as Matt Ryan.
This high-interest history of the National Football League’s Cincinnati Bengals highlights memorable games, summarizes seasonal triumphs and defeats, and features standout players such as Andy Dalton.
This high-interest history of the National Football League’s Arizona Cardinals highlights memorable games, summarizes seasonal triumphs and defeats, and features standout players such as Larry Fitzgerald.
This high-interest history of the National Football League’s Los Angeles Chargers highlights memorable games, summarizes seasonal triumphs and defeats, and features standout players such as LaDainian Tomlinson.
This high-interest history of the National Football League’s Baltimore Ravens highlights memorable games, summarizes seasonal triumphs and defeats, and features standout players such as Ray Lewis.
Examining the building process from the ground up, this high-interest title covers the history and construction of the Gateway Arch, one of Missouri’s most well-known landmarks.
This high-interest history of the National Football League’s Carolina Panthers highlights memorable games, summarizes seasonal triumphs and defeats, and features standout players such as Steve Smith.
Examining the building process from the ground up, this high-interest title covers the history and construction of the Washington Monument, one of Washington D.C.’s most well-known landmarks.
This high-interest history of the National Football League’s Detroit Lions highlights memorable games, summarizes seasonal triumphs and defeats, and features standout players such as Matthew Stafford.
Examining the building process from the ground up, this high-interest title covers the history and construction of the Hoover Dam, one of Nevada’s most well-known landmarks.
This high-interest history of the National Football League’s Kansas City Chiefs highlights memorable games, summarizes seasonal triumphs and defeats, and features standout players such as Derrick Thomas.
Examining the building process from the ground up, this high-interest title covers the history and construction of the Golden Gate Bridge, one of California’s most well-known landmarks.
Examining the building process from the ground up, this high-interest title covers the history and construction of the Space Needle, one of Washington’s most well-known landmarks.
Examining the building process from the ground up, this high-interest title covers the history and construction of the Empire State Building, one of New York City’s most well-known landmarks.
This high-interest history of the National Football League’s Buffalo Bills highlights memorable games, summarizes seasonal triumphs and defeats, and features standout players such as Bruce Smith.
Examining the building process from the ground up, this high-interest title covers the history and construction of the Alamo, one of Texas's most well-known landmarks.
This cultural overview of the Aztec Empire situates the reader within the society, describing key aspects of daily life, beliefs, and architectural accomplishments such as the Templo Mayor.
This cultural overview of ancient Egypt situates the reader within the society, describing key aspects of daily life, beliefs, and architectural accomplishments such as the Great Sphinx.
