Planes carry people and items around the world. They are used by the military, by the postal service, and for fun! This encyclopedia gives readers a look into the history of planes, from the first flight to military machines to futuristic fliers. Features include a helpful introduction to the topic, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Tractors can get the job done. They help farmers every step of the way, from fertilizing fields to removing weeds to harvesting crops. This encyclopedia gives readers a look at tractors, from the first steam-powered plows to today's self-driving, high-tech tractors. Features include a helpful introduction to the topic, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Before cars, people used trains, boats, or their own feet to get around. Today, though, cars are everywhere! This encyclopedia gives readers a look into the history of cars, from classic to racing to cars of the future. Features include a helpful introduction to the topic, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Motorcycles can deliver messages, dash to the rescue, and even go off-road. They can be big and powerful or light and fast. This encyclopedia gives readers a look into the history of motorcycles, from the first motorized bicycle to the famous Harley-Davidson to the wheels of the future. Features include a helpful introduction to the topic, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Four friends had moved to New York City from Atlanta, Georgia hoping to make it big. But things hadn't worked out and they are moving home. As they are leaving the city on a hot July night in 1977, the lights go out suddenly. Can they avoid the crime and violence and get to safety? Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
In 1912, Casey Scanlan, Sean O'Helan, and Seamus Holt rob a bank of cash and gold. Scanlan has secretly booked passage on the RMS Titanic. He ditches his partners, then boards the ship. O'Helan shows up and confronts Scanlan. When the ship hits the iceberg, O'Helan grabs the cash and runs. Scanlan can't carry the heavy gold. Can Scanlan leave the gold behind, or will greed seal his fate? Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
In 2005, US Marshal Bill Reece is in New Orleans, Louisiana to transfer a convict to a new prison. When Hurricane Katrina hits the city, a wall of water slams into their car, rolling it over. Reece is knocked out and the convict escapes. Can Reece navigate through the flooded, storm-wrecked city and catch the escaped prisoner? Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
Former US Army pilot Major Thomas Deeks worked to end smuggling in South America. Fast forward to 1980 and he has changed sides and flies for a smuggling operation. Deeks is flying near Mount St. Helens in Washington State when the volcano erupts. He crashes the plane, losing the smuggler's plane and his product. Can Deeks escape the devastation and the smuggler's revenge? Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
In 1941, US Navy sailor Jack Colvin is stationed at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. While holiday shopping, he has his pocket picked and is then abducted by a gang. While attempting to escape the gang's wrath, the naval base is attacked. Can Colvin escape his captors and get back to his ship? Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
In 1871, petty thief Timothy Shannon was released from jail near Chicago, Illinois. He dodges a police officer who is tailing him, then joins a poker game in Mrs. O'Leary's barn to get the money he needs for his next caper. Somehow, a fire starts and quickly spreads across Chicago. Can Shannon evade the police and escape the burning city? Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
This title explores the ways television was established, how it evolved and expanded, and how television became part of the nation's identity. The text provides historical context and explores the social, economic, political, and technological frameworks that influenced or defined the popularity, growth, and modern advancements of television. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
This title explores the ways state fairs were established, how they evolved and expanded, and how state fairs became part of the nation's identity. The text provides historical context and explores the social, economic, political, and technological frameworks that influenced or defined the popularity, growth, and modern advancements of state fairs. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
This title explores the ways baseball was established, how it evolved and expanded, and how baseball became part of the nation's identity. The text provides historical context and explores the social, economic, political, and technological frameworks that influenced or defined the popularity, growth, and modern advancements of baseball. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
This title explores the ways muscle cars were established, how they evolved and expanded, and how muscle cars became part of the nation's identity. The text provides historical context and explores the social, economic, political, and technological frameworks that influenced or defined the popularity, growth, and modern advancements of muscle cars. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
This title explores the ways rock 'n' roll was established, how it evolved and expanded, and how rock 'n' roll became part of the nation's identity. The text provides historical context and explores the social, economic, political, and technological frameworks that influenced or defined the popularity, growth, and modern advancements of rock 'n' roll. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
This title explores the ways amusement parks were established, how they evolved, and how amusement parks became part of the nation's identity. The text provides historical context and explores the social, economic, political, and technological frameworks that influenced or defined the popularity, growth, and modern advancements of amusement parks. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Japan. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry.
Simple text and illustrations teach readers common holiday and celebration words in both English and Spanish.
Explores the history of Para track and field, the classification system for the sport, and notable athletes. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, infographics, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
Explores the history of sitting volleyball, the classification system for the sport, and notable athletes. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, infographics, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
Explores the history of wheelchair basketball, the classification system used for the sport, and notable athletes. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, infographics, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
Explores the history of sled hockey, the classification system used for the sport, and notable athletes. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, infographics, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
Explores the history of Para swimming, the classification system for the sport, and notable athletes. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, infographics, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
Explores the history of goalball, the classification system used for the sport, and notable athletes. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, infographics, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
Explores the history of Para alpine skiing, the classification system used for the sport, and notable athletes. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, infographics, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
