A young Abe Lincoln stumbles across a pig in trouble and decides he must help, even though it will mean arriving late and muddy for the important speech he is scheduled to make.

Because of his absentmindedness, Abraham Lincoln begins to carry important things--letters, legal documents, his checkbook--in his trademark top hat

Features many layers of information. The main text provides a general survey of the defining traits of hummingbirds. The illustrations and captions provide additional details, such as the names of different types of hummingbirds. At the book's conclusion, each illustration is presented in a smaller format with a very detailed paragraph of explanation. As a result, the book provides options that wi ...

Features many layers of information. The main text provides a general survey of the defining traits of mammals. The illustrations and captions provide additional details, such as the names of different types of mammals and their habitats. At the book's conclusion, each illustration is presented in a smaller format with a very detailed paragraph of explanation. As a result, the book provides option ...

Features many layers of information. The main text provides a general survey of the defining traits of penguins. The illustrations and captions provide additional details, such as the names of different types of penguins and their habitats. At the book's conclusion, each illustration is presented in a smaller format with a very detailed paragraph of explanation. As a result, the book provides opti ...

Features many layers of information. The main text provides a general survey of the defining traits of raptors. The illustrations and captions provide additional details, such as the names of different types of raptors. At the book's conclusion, each illustration is presented in a smaller format with a very detailed paragraph of explanation. As a result, the book provides options that will keep re ...

This exciting book follows the life story of Abraham Lincoln, from his boyhood on the frontier, to his election as president, to his leadership during the Civil War. Along the way, readers will learn important facts about slavery, politics, and other aspects of American history.

A thorough but accessible biography that includes interesting graphic representations of some concepts.

Offers a look at the childhood of this world-famous genius who overcame obstacles and challenges in his early years to grow into the man celebrated for his incredible scientific work with light and energy.

Brer Fox makes a tar baby in order to catch Brer Rabbit.

Amanda is very excited about starting first grade, and although everything is not exactly as she expected, she soon begins learning to read and finding her way.

Showcases such unusual buildings as Stadium Australia, the Eiffel Tower, and the Roman Colosseum.

Discusses the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, life cycle, and endangered status of tigers.

Presents cetaceans in their natural habitat, and discusses global research and conservation efforts regarding maintaining their future survival in the wild.

During the War of 1812, Rebecca and Abigail Bates save their town's ships from the British by playing "Yankee Doodle" on a fife and drum to simulate the approach of American troops

Members of the Animal Rescue Club save wild animals in trouble, nurse them back to health, and return them to the wild

An Annie and Snowball tale whose simplicity entices young readers to marvel at the wonder of creation and new life, and reminds older readers to enjoy new discoveries with childlike wonder.

An Annie and Snowball tale whose simplicity entices young readers to marvel at the wonder of creation and new life, and reminds older readers to enjoy new discoveries with childlike wonder.