Goliath Beetles: Giant Insects provides students with a glimpse into the life of these special insects. From their anatomy to their African habitat, students will discover what makes Goliath beetles so special to the insect world.
Natural Wonders of the World teaches readers about five of the natural wonders of the world: the Grand Canyon, Paricutín, Victoria Falls, Mount Everest, and the Great Barrier Reef. The book explains how the structures were formed and where they are located. Maps, charts, and photographs support the text. Students will also have the opportunity to identify cause-and-effect relationships as well…
In China, students will learn about many things that make the country special. They will learn about the history of China and its people, some of the animals that live there, and much more. Colorful maps and pictures enhance the text.
The work of Marie Curie revolutionized scientific understanding of the nature of atoms and opened up new frontiers in medicine. Marie Curie is a detailed account of this remarkable woman's legacy in the face of discrimination and struggle. The book can be used to teach students the elements of a biography.
Like all people, refugees want to live where they can feel safe. Refugees informs readers about the many reasons people are forced to flee their homes to seek safety as well as the challenges and hardships faced along the way. This book can also be used to teach students how to determine cause-and-effect relationships and recognize and use correct subject-verb agreement.
From ancient Egyptian culture to modern civilization, wigs have played an important role in history. In Wild and Wacky World of Wigs readers learn about the fascinating history of people's obsession with all things related to hair. Students will be informed and entertained by this engaging text. Detailed photographs, illustrations, and text features support student learning.
The war that divided the country also changed it forever. 1865: The End of the Civil War provides students with a comprehensive look at this fascinating time in history. The book can also be used to teach students how to determine cause-and-effect relationships and the proper use of commas after introductory words.
People have been eating foods grown from genetically engineered seed for only the past two decades. While hundreds of published reports have explored the benefits and risks of GMO foods, many people strongly believe GMOs are unsafe for human consumption. Are GMOs Safe? provides students with a detailed look at the pros and cons of genetically modified foods in the agricultural industry. The boo…
England may have been the birthplace of Cricket, but today people of all ages play the sport around the globe. With its focus on good sportsmanship and its exciting professional matches, the sport will fascinate students. The book also includes maps, diagrams, and engaging photos.
Abraham Lincoln's life began in a humble log cabin in Kentucky. Self-educated and skilled at public speaking, Lincoln became a lawyer, a member of Congress, and eventually president of the United States. This biography clearly illustrates illustrates Lincoln's impact on U.S. history and why he is considered one of the most important American presidents.