How does a man decide to ignore life-threatening consequences in order to attempt the rescue of others? When a hurricane batters and breaks not one tanker, but two in half the same night, it leaves 84 seaman at its mercy. Survival is against all odds, and this story's authors pay relentless attention to detail and perspective that places readers in the midst of split-second decisions that risk eve ...

Just as the #1 "New York Times" bestseller "Eats, Shoots & Leaves" hilariously demystified the comma, this companion book does the same for apostrophes. Silly scenes throughout show how apostrophes make a difference, too, in proper punctuation. Full color.

Jim Murphy's Newbery Honor Book available for the first time in paperback.The Great Fire of 1871 was one of most colossal disasters in American history. Overnight, the flourshing city of Chicago was transformed into a smoldering wasteland. The damage was so profound that few people believed the city could ever rise again.By weaving personal accounts of actual survivors together with the carefully ...

Nearly 50 stories high, the Great Pyramid was built more than 4,500 years ago, made from over 2,300,000 giant stone blocks and constructed by primitive farmers. Some believe it was created by people from outer space, but the true story of the Great Pyramid is even more fascinating than the speculation. 44 illustrations and photos. Double gatefolds.

Using a Q & A format, the book explores the details of the Louisiana Purchase, including its effects on the growing country, Native Americans, and the expansion of slavery.

Messner approaches the presidency with an air of wonder. It's as if she wonders aloud: ""When this person was president, this future president was doing such and such."" Realistic illustrations capture the whimsy, seriousness, and emotion that every human can identify with. And in so doing, the text and art create pictures of normal people that young readers can identify with, and perhaps even asp ...

Nice introduction to the orchestra and the families and individual instruments that compose it.

Based on the migration of a real peregrine falcon that was tracked by satellite telemetry, this book follows the world's fastest bird on her annual migration from Alaska to Argentina.THE PEREGRINE'S JOURNEY vividly describes one of the most remarkable feats in the animal kingdom. Beginning in Alaska and ending two months later in Argentina, the peregrine falcon's annual migration is an 8,000-mile ...

Winner of the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Books & Films Prize for Outstanding Science Series

A riveting retelling of the events surrounding the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. Combining gripping , fast-moving narrative and photographs, Swanson brings history to life. A mesmerizing reading experience!

At first, radium was a health cure. Then it was the source of timepieces that could be read in the dark. And then it turned deadly. Caught in the history of this radioactive element, young women painted watch faces for manufacturers. As one after another suffers detrimental effects, it becomes obvious that working with radium is dangerous. However, the companies were profiting nicely from its use ...

The story of the construction, history, and symbolism of the Statue of Liberty--a gift to the U.S. from France--is related in a brightly illustrated, entertaining book for beginning readers.

Based on Kurlansky's acclaimed bestseller "Salt: A World History, " this picture book explores every aspect of salt: the many ways it's gathered from the earth and sea; how ancient emperors in China, Egypt, and Rome used it to keep their subjects happy; and even how the search for salt eventually led to oil. Full color.

Although it existed for only a year and a half, the Pony Express remains an enduring symbol of the bold, adventurous character of the old West. With her inimitable ability to bring the past to life, the author captures the spirit of the brave riders and ponies who became a legendary chapter in American history. Full-color illustrations.

Shore and Alexander present a lyrical tribute to the civil rights movement, stunningly illustrated by award-winning illustrator Ransome. Full color.

When the Allerton family first steps from the Mayflower after 60 days at sea, they never dream that life in the New World will be so hard. Richly detailed paintings show how the Pilgrims lived through the dark winter and into the busy days of spring, summer, and fall, culminating with the excitement of the original Thanksgiving feast. Full color.

"Rich vocabulary paired with warm, expressive illustrations offers a joyful reading experience that happens to be an informative science lesson. Novelty on each page offers accessibility and memorability for many reading levels."

Did you know you share your home with monsters?! In this book explore the menagerie of tiny and unusual creatures--arthropods (insects, mites, and spiders)--found in our lawns and gardens, our food, our beds, our clothes, and even our eyelashes. Some of these monsters are so tiny that they were barely recognized, even by scientists, until the invention of the electron microscope. Although they may ...