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Tesla vs. Marconi
You may have heard the story of how Guglielmo Marconi invented the radio, but what if it isn't entirely true? What if the brilliant young inventor Nik...
Explores the background of the New Deal, including the events leading up to it, its effects on the U.S. economy, and the key people involved....
Edison vs. Swan
Do you know who invented the light bulb? Most Americans will tell you it was Thomas Edison. But what if they're wrong? What if a British scientist nam...
1929-1945
Step back in time and witness a turbulent time period for the Unites States: the Great Depression through World War II. The past will come to life wit...
Travel back in time to find out what life was like before social media. Historical photographs, helpful infographics, and a “Blast from the Past” ...
Bell vs. Meucci
Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone, right? That's what most people will tell you. But what if they're wrong? What if Scottish-born inventor ...
This title explores the creative works of famous director James Cameron. Films analyzed include The Terminator, Aliens, Titanic, and Avatar. Clear, co...
An overview of Lunar New Year, from the origin of the celebration to how it is practiced today. Clear, interesting text and vibrant photos grab and ho...
Company and Its Founders
This title examines the remarkable lives of Larry Page and Sergey Brin and their work building the groundbreaking company Google. Readers will learn a...
Travel back in time to find out what life was like before online shopping. Historical photographs, helpful infographics, and a “Blast from the Past�...
An overview of Passover, from the origin of the celebration to how it is practiced today. Clear, interesting text and vibrant photos grab and hold rea...
This title explores the creative works of famous directors Ethan and Joel Coen. Films analyzed include O Brother, Where Art Thou?, Fargo, The Big Lebo...
Entrepreneur & Philanthropist
This title examines the remarkable life of John D. Rockefeller. Readers will learn about Rockefeller’s family background, childhood, education, grou...
This book explores the causes of and events leading to World War II. Easy-to-read, engaging text discusses major battles and key figures of the war an...
Take a look into the fascinating world of astronomy, why it is an intriguing STEM career, and the amazing work scientists in this field have accomplis...
This title examines an important historic event, Pearl Harbor. Readers will learn about events leading up to the attack at Pearl Harbor, key players a...
Provides information about Australia, with emphasis on its geography, culture, history, economy, and government....
Examines engineering career paths, describes a typical work environment, and discusses the educational requirements for each....
Inventing Flight for Man
Discusses the lives of the two men responsible for the first flight of a machine powered aircraft on December 17, 1903, in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina....
Civil War Hero & American Red Cross Founder
Highlights the life and accomplishments of the teacher who organized efforts to bring nursing care to wounded soldiers during the Civil War and who we...
Explores the Indian Removal Act and its effects. Authoritative text, colorful illustrations, illuminating sidebars, and a "Voices from the Past" featu...
This title examines the period the following the Civil War, in which the nation's leadership, former slaves, and veterans of the conflict grappled wit...
"Describes careers and life in the US Marine Corps"--...
Showcases stories of everyday people who performed heroic acts in the aftermath of the attacks. This book describes the experiences of people who save...
Disasters are fascinating, awe-inspiring, and scary, all at the same time. Lean the facts about many of the worst disasters in human history. Then get...
Fighting COVID-19 Abroad looks at how countries around the world worked to address the pandemic as it took shape. Efforts varied widely, as did their ...
Cover -- Title Page -- Credits -- Table of Contents -- 1. Introduction to Themes in Literature -- 2. An Overview of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz -- 3. W...
Introduces readers to significant developments in military technology and explores how those inventions and discoveries led to further advancements. A...
Which animal athletes would win the gold, silver, and bronze medal in a sprinting competition: the green basilisk lizard, cheetah, or peregrine falcon...
Essential Events explores historic happenings around the globe and how those events have sculpted societies, the sciences, and politics....
Opioids come in many forms, including prescribed painkillers that can be dangerous when misused. The deadly drug heroin is also an opioid. Opioids and...
Introduces readers to the tanks used by the US military today, how they work, and what makes them powerful. Additional features include a table of con...