Business leaders come from a variety of backgrounds. Some inherit a family company. Others are entrepreneurs. All have a vision and are driven to achieve success. Find out what it takes to be an influential business leader.
When Luna’s team wins a trivia competition, she is the only one excited about the prize: a weekend at Stone Hills. Rumor has it that the old horse ranch is haunted. As she tries to piece together the ranch’s past, Luna discovers a lot more than ghosts.
Abby likes watching old shows with her dad. When she and her best friend Clara get trapped in a broken TV, she suddenly finds herself starring in them! Can the girls survive the episodes and make it back to the real world?
Hackers have found endless ways to break into computer systems. But this isn’t always a bad thing. In fact, governments, companies, and schools rely on their own hackers to keep people safe. Learn more about how these experts use computers and coding to hack for good.
Soccer is everything to me. Today is my tryout with Chivas USA. There's just one place up for grabs.
The United States military is one of the strongest in the world. Keeping the country safe takes power and innovation. From smart guns and heavily armed tanks to tiny spy drones, all branches of the U.S. military have powerful high-tech weapons at their fingertips. Learn about the mightiest weapons in the military and how they keep us safe.
When Shawn’s best friend shows him the Qwik Cutter Cam, he knows he has to have it. A website is offering one at a deep discount, but Shawn and his friend find out that might just be too good to be true.
When Eric Peters learns that a once famous World War II pilot has a P-51 Mustang stored at the local airstrip, he knows he must see it. So he goes to the nursing home to introduce himself to the now ninety-five-year-old pilot, Leo Foster. Now too old to see his dream of restoring the Mustang to flying shape, Mr. Foster encourages Eric to find someone who can fulfill his wish. But Eric's dad balks at having his son anywhere near danger. Will Eric be able to convince him otherwise?
Zuze's is a fan of the great Rufus Roth, a superstar musician from the past. And she is thrilled when her music class gets to go on a time traveling field trip. The class will visit five rock concerts. They will listen to two songs at each concert. Then they will return to class to write their reports. Zuze hopes Rufus Roth will sing her favorite song, "Susie Girl." Will she be disappointed?
Calvin and Dana are spending the summer at the family's lake house. Strange things happen, and they both learn some new things. How will Dana use what she learns to save her brother's life?
The Supreme Court is the highest judicial court in the U.S. It has the final say on whether laws violate the Constitution. This handbook defines the role of the court and how it is essential to the rule of law.
Foundations explains the beginnings of the American political system, including historical background. Chapters introduce the concepts of a federal republic, with relevant facts that keep young adults engaged.
Sam was born on the moon. He lives on a moon base with his parents. He's never been to Earth. But there's a school break, and his aunt invites him to stay with her family. Sam is excited. He will get to spend time with his cousin, Linn. She will show him around. His parents know he will love his home planet.
TERL Boosters offer expansion opportunities for your Teen Emergent Reader Libraries. Unlike the libraries, Booster titles are sold individually. Each Booster level supports a TERL library. Boosters can also stand alone and are excellent hi-lo classroom books. There are six Booster titles supporting each level of TERL. Verse Boosters introduce readers to the versatility of contemporary poetry.
Wondering what you can do to get more use out of your plastic bottles? This title walks readers through nine plastic bottle crafts to keep the plastic out of landfills! Step-by-step instructions and color photos make it easy to create storage containers, planters, games, instruments, and more. Introductions to each craft provide background information, and tips help readers get the most out of their materials and crafting skills.
Don’t throw away that metal can! Instead, let’s craft! Readers can turn their trash into treasure by following the instructions for these nine easy crafts. Each step provides a visual example to help readers more easily follow along. Materials lists and tips ensure readers are prepared for their crafting experience. It’s time to rummage through the trash to make some treasures!
With a little imagination, it’s easy to repurpose used items! In this colorful title, readers will learn how to upcycle glass jars into picture holders, coin banks, planters, and more! Step-by-step instructions and bright photos explain how to make the eight easy crafts. An introduction explains the importance of reusing items, a materials and tools list puts everything you need in one place, and tips give helpful hints for making crafting even easier!
How can you reuse a leftover egg carton? This colorful title offers eight fun ideas! An introduction explains the importance of reusing items, and a materials and tools list puts everything you need in one place. Step-by-step instructions combine with bright, easy-to-understand photos to guide readers through the process of making each craft. Along the way, tips provide hints to make crafting easier or remix crafts into new creations!
Broken crayons, fabric scraps, and other old art supplies find new life in this fun-filled crafts title! Readers will follow along with step-by-step instructions and photos to make a picture frame, jump rope, and more. The title opens with an introduction to upcycling and the importance of reusing materials, as well as a materials and tools list. Tips throughout the book provide helpful hints to take your crafting even further!
Make easy crafts with simple materials in this fun book! Step-by-step instructions combine with photos to introduce eight easy crafts. Readers can create dioramas, games, costumes, and more! An introduction explains why it’s important to reuse items, a materials list puts everything you need in one place, and tips throughout the book offer extra advice. This colorful title is a fun way to encourage readers to use what they have!
For years, kids and adults alike have built incredible things with LEGO bricks. But what’s the story behind this popular toy? In this title, readers will explore the history and growth of these beloved bricks with engaging text and photos. Special features such as a map, timeline, profile, and a variation infographic will further help readers learn and appreciate the story behind LEGO bricks.
From the 1800s to today, bicycles have changed a lot! But they continue to be a popular toy and form of transportation around the world. With bright images and engaging text, this book will engage reluctant readers as they learn about the history and popularity of bicycles. Special features such as a map, timeline, and profile will further draw in readers to learn about this classic toy.
Skateboards are a favorite toy for people of all ages! Throughout this book, reluctant readers will learn about the story behind skateboards and how they have grown in popularity over the years. Engaging text and crisp images draw readers in, while special features showcase the origin of the toy, point out key events, compare different types of skateboards, and highlight a fun event related to skateboarding!
Nerf blaster battles have been a favorite toy among children and adults for decades. In this hi/lo title, vibrant images and leveled text tell the story of Nerf blasters and how they rose to popularity. Special features highlight key events in the history of Nerf blasters, show the origin of the toy, present a visual comparison of different kinds of Nerf blasters, and showcase a profile of a fun Nerf blaster event.
