Take an in-depth look at animal life in this science encyclopedia.
This book describes the history, design, and construction of the World Trade Center, as well as the terrorist attack that destroyed it on September 11, 2001.
The Underground Railroad was a system of people who helped slaves escape. People in the Underground Railroad provided food, clothing, transportation, and safe places for fugitive or runaway slaves to stay.
This book provides facts about Castillo de San Marcos National Monument at St. Augustine, Florida, and discusses its history and construction.
Although other cities have historical sites, Boston has organized a special way to see its famous places. In Boston, you can see most of the famous sites by walking a special path called the Freedom Trail.
The west coast welcomed thousands of immigrants from Asia who carried with them hopes and dreams of a bright future. Many stayed on the island for weeks or months before moving into California. Why did they have to stay so long? What made them want to come to the United States? Immigrants coming to Angel Island had to have patience as they underwent humiliation and questioning. Learn about the history of Angel Island and the immigrants that passed through by examining photographs, maps, and informational sidebars.
This book explains the construction and significance of Fort Sumter, a national monument and symbol of the Civil War.
Describes sport bike races. Provides information about the history of the sport, characteristics of the bikes, important events, and famous riders.
Paintball, a wild activity, is highlighted along with who enjoys playing it, rules that are followed, and safety equipment that must be worn.
Describes off-road racing. The reader learns about the history of the sport, characteristics of the vehicles, important events, and famous drivers.
Monster truck rallies are described and explained in this book. Readers learn how the trucks are made, who makes them, and why people love this sport.
Describes kiteboarding and where it is done. Includes information on equipment, technique, and safety rules.
This introduction to kickboxing provides information on the sport's equipment, training, rules, competitions, and rankings.
The very famous Indy 500 is explained in this book. Well-known drivers, cars, and sponsors are highlighted.
Describes go-kart racing and who enjoys doing it. Characteristics of the vehicles, who participates in races, and where the races are held are included in this book.
The animals of the grasslands and savannahs are highlighted in this comprehensive book about food webs.
The question of who eats what in a freshwater habitat is answered in this book about food webs.
This book looks at a forest food chain, discussing the plants and animals that are native to this environment, threats to their survival, and what is being done to protect their habitat.
Describes demolition racing. Readers learn about the vehicles that are raced and then demolished, safety issues, and how to get involved.
This book discusses the lives of samurai warriors through a story about two samurai who served Oda Nobunaga, a powerful samurai leader.
This book describes the life of medieval knights, including a short story of two young knights' experiences in a tournament and in battle.
In graphic-novel format, this book examines the history of piracy while providing a story that brings the danger and adventure of high seas to life.
Beautiful photos and text examines the issues endangered Steller Sea lions face and how they can be saved.
Beautiful photos and text examines the issues endangered whooping cranes face and how they can be saved.
Detailed descriptions about the World War I Memorial explore basic history about this war.
