The men and women of the Armed Forces serve with honor. This series describes the kinds of careers and jobs performed by people in different branches of the service. Are you ready to serve?… More →

While many settler sayings have not survived, there are many that we still use today, which trace their origins back to a particular trade such as blacksmithing - "strike while the iron is… More →

Not all rain clouds lead to rainbows. Some form into ravaging thunderstorms, bringing pounding hail, wild winds, and bolts of lightning that light up the sky and threaten lives. Winter storms More →

This informative and candid book discusses sex and sexuality in an honest and nonjudgmental way. Topics include sexual orientation and gender identity, relationships, virginity, birth… More →

Many people today identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning. This timely title gives young people a better understanding of sexual orientation, gender identity, and the… More →

Born in California, Shailene Woodley almost became an interior designer before landing a starring role in the TV series The Secret Life of the American Teenager. This book follows the… More →

Shakespeare's quill is discovered in a shop stall in a busy street market. The owner, Mr. Rummage, relates the biography of the great playwright to young Digby and Hannah. The story brings… More →

Children love constructing things and will be fascinated to learn how materials can change their shape. Fascinating images help explain how materials can be shaped: wood can be cut or carved, More →

The Shaping Modern Science series explores some of the greatest scientific discoveries of our time and the people and events behind them. This innovative series examines the difficulties… More →

Although they occur rarely, shark attacks on humans always grab headlines around the world. This fascinating book explores just what makes some kinds of sharks attack and the kind of damage… More →