In the 19th Century, railroads were a form of transportation that changed the world. Transcontinental Railroads looks at the sweeping changes made to society and the challenges created by the More →
Grade 9
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This exciting title explores the groundbreaking modes of transportation that have helped define the modern age. From Henry Ford's Model T car to the bullet trains of Japan, students will… More →
Can you believe that otters hold hands while they sleep? Or that tiny animals called tardigrades may be living on the moon? It's all true! Look inside this book to discover more weird, wild… More →
Can you believe that there are about 1.5 billion cars in the world? Or that the first electric vehicle was invented in the 1800s? It's all true! Look inside this book to discover more… More →
Can you believe that black pepper was once worth more than gold? Or that you can eat deep-fried scorpions? It's all true! Look inside this book to discover more weird, wild facts about… More →
Can you believe there's a gadget that helps you take your goldfish for a walk? Or that people once thought it was a great idea to wear bathing suits made from wood? It's all true! Look inside More →
Can you believe that one tennis match once lasted for more than 11 hours? Or that someone actually swam across the Atlantic Ocean? It's all true! Look inside this book to discover more… More →
Can you believe that lightning can strike the same place twice? Or that you might find pink snow high up in the mountains? It's all true! Look inside this book to discover more weird and… More →
We cannot prevent tsunamis, but we can try to minimize their impact on humans. This interesting book examines what scientists know about tsunamis, how we can predict them, and how we learn… More →
The outcome of the Civil War hinged on several pivotal battles in 1862-63. This volume covers the strategy, tactics, leadership, and outcomes of the key battles of Antietam, Fredericksburg,… More →
In this colorful book, students will learn about the roles and relationships of the heroes and gods in ancient Chinese myths and legends. Several ancient Chinese myths are retold, describing… More →
In this colorful book, students will learn about the roles and relationships of the heroes and gods in ancient Egyptian myths and legends. Several ancient Egyptians myths are retold,… More →