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STEAM is now a familiar acronym in elementary schools: science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Together, these disciplines provide baseline curricula that form a foundation for academic and professional success. But STEAM work doesn't need to be...

Earth needs help. That much is often clear to even young children. But terms like intensive farming and climate change can seem like another language to them! Even pollution and renewable energy often need further explanation. This set introduces six...

The outlaw Ned Kelly is a folk hero whose life of crime led to his infamy in Australia in the late 1800s. From stealing horses to murder, Kelly became a wanted man. In this book, readers find out what happened once Kelly had a price on his head, able to...

Even today, hundreds of years later, the daring story of the pirate Blackbeard captivates readers of all ages. In reality, the pirate was Edward Teach, a man with a thick black beard and captain of the ship Queen Anne's Revenge. In this intriguing...

Even today, hundreds of years later, the daring story of the pirate Blackbeard captivates readers of all ages. In reality, the pirate was Edward Teach, a man with a thick black beard and captain of the ship Queen Anne's Revenge. In this intriguing...

Most middle schoolers know that King George III was the king of England at the time of the American Revolution. But who was he exactly? And what did he think of his colonies in North America? This book finally answers those questions for readers through...

Most middle schoolers know that King George III was the king of England at the time of the American Revolution. But who was he exactly? And what did he think of his colonies in North America? This book finally answers those questions for readers through...

Following the American Revolution, Thomas Jefferson and John Adams fundamentally didn't agree on how the country should be run. Both men would be president--and yet, they didn't see eye to eye for many years. This book offers a unique take on the...

Following the American Revolution, Thomas Jefferson and John Adams fundamentally didn't agree on how the country should be run. Both men would be president--and yet, they didn't see eye to eye for many years. This book offers a unique take on the...

Ulysses S. Grant was the general of the Union army who led the North to victory in the Civil War. But at one time, he wasn't thought to be fit to serve in the military at all! Robert E. Lee has a similarly confounding story: he was asked to command the...

Ulysses S. Grant was the general of the Union army who led the North to victory in the Civil War. But at one time, he wasn't thought to be fit to serve in the military at all! Robert E. Lee has a similarly confounding story: he was asked to command the...

It's the end of the feud between Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr that most people focus on: the duel in which Burr took Hamilton's life. However, the pair had been rivals, friends, and contemporaries for years before that. Readers follow the engaging...

It's the end of the feud between Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr that most people focus on: the duel in which Burr took Hamilton's life. However, the pair had been rivals, friends, and contemporaries for years before that. Readers follow the engaging...

Perhaps the two most visible people on the world stage in the Second World War were Winston Churchill, leader of Great Britain, and Adolf Hitler, leader of the Nazi regime in Germany. In retrospect, these two historical figures were some of the greatest...

Perhaps the two most visible people on the world stage in the Second World War were Winston Churchill, leader of Great Britain, and Adolf Hitler, leader of the Nazi regime in Germany. In retrospect, these two historical figures were some of the greatest...

Bigfoot, and other cryptids like it, are found in the stories of cultures around the world. But on a long trail in northwestern California, hikers swear they've spotted the real thing! In this book, readers head into the wild to learn about the story of...

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We watch videos on our smartphones and tablets. We read books on E-readers. Devices with screens are part of our everyday lives. But too much time on these devices can be unhealthy. Engaging text and colorful photos explain how to cut the screen time...

Riots over the medical use of cadavers, public access to institutions for the insane, and full-blown surgeries without the aid of anesthetics or painkillers. Welcome to the middle ages of American medicine.Bleed, Blister, Puke, and Purge exposes the...

In communities large and small, we find goods and services. But we also find places for fun and enjoyment to keep us happy and healthy.

Sticky Fingers is a vibrant, easy-to-follow, step-by-step guide to creating amazing projects with the hottest crafting material on the market today--duct tape! The book includes tons of photographs alongside directions designed to make creating a wallet...

"A bunch of wild women once wandered this land and thought that their dinners had gotten too bland. They set out in search of fine foods they could get and ate up the sounds of the whole alphabet." Wild Woman's Alphabet is a quirky ABC children's title...

The explosions come in the night. Miranda1, Mannfred, Grannie, and the one thousand children of Oculum must flee their farm, chased by the UnRuly and their bombs. Just as they begin their journey through the wasteland and towards the safety of the green...

A spot on the International Space Station (ISS) has opened up, and Mortimer, the journal-keeping lab rat, is not about to miss his chance to become an intergalactic space rat. And that's just the first step in his master scheme to prove that rats are...

Being the greatest zombie fighter of all time is a lot for one animal, but Emmy's the perfect hamster for the job. Fire, rage, and fury are her weapons of choice and woe to the undead human who crosses her path. That is, until the mammals she lives with...

Cody, Quinn, Luke, M.E., and Mika are the Code Busters--clever clue hunters with a passion for puzzles. It's Luke's birthday and the group of friends are thrilled to be going to the Winchester Mystery House. They look forward to touring the mansion...

Will the Code Busters be able to unravel their latest case? Cody, Quinn, Luke, M.E., and Mika are the Code Busters--clever clue hunters with a passion for puzzles. They can't wait to compete in the Science Fair. They each plan to come up with unique...

Cody, Quinn, Luke, M.E., and Mika are the Code Busters--clever clue hunters with a passion for puzzles. They're excited for a fun-filled day at the Houdini-inspired Magicland theme park. The club plans to decipher the park's hidden codes to win a big...

From the time she sat coloring next to her father while he studied for law school, Ketanji Brown Jackson was interested in the US legal system. She became a star student, attended Harvard University, and chased her goal of one day getting a judicial...

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson first became famous as a wrestling superstar, but he's become much more than his wrestling persona. Now a leading actor in movies and television, Johnson had humble beginnings in California. His interest in sports led him to...

Bo forgets to mail an important letter, but he tells his grandfather he did it anyway. Will Bo's little lie keep him out of trouble or cause an even bigger mess? Bo's life is always buzzing. And not just because he lives upstairs from The Buzz, a...

Bo has to write a poem for school, but he thinks poetry is silly. Will Bo find the right words to finish his assignment? Bo's life is always buzzing. And not just because he lives upstairs from The Buzz, a barbershop. Young readers will love following...

If you think construction workers have a tough job, try doing it underwater. These professionals stay underwater for hours to build bridges and buildings beneath the surface. Dive in to explore the history of underwater construction workers, the tools...

Made of steel, / colossal, / strong, / I ship around the world. Come aboard a massive container ship as it pulls into port, loads up with cargo, and heads out to the open ocean. The ship's voyage includes starry skies and stormy seas, swift currents and...

Robots help search and rescue teams take quick action during disasters such as earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. Search and rescue robots can crawl through small spaces, fly high over forests, and go into areas unsafe for first responders. Learn about...

Each year thousands of students of all ages enter robot competitions through their schools or other organizations. They can compete alone or as part of a team in competitions like Lunabotics Junior and the RoboCupJunior soccer games. Learn about the...

In the forests and open tundra of northern Europe, Siberia, and North America, wolverines are successful scavengers. Wolverines can travel well over snow, have an amazing sense of smell, and can guard their food from other animals. And wolverines teach...

White-backed vultures soar over the grasslands of Africa. Using teamwork and keen eyesight, they look for carcasses on the ground. When a white-backed vulture spots a dead animal, it descends in a spiral pattern, signaling to other vultures that food is...

Having strong jaws and teeth is a key reason that Tasmanian devils are some of the world's most successful scavengers. Tasmanian devils can crack and crunch bones with their bite force and can eat tough skin. And these scavengers have an important job:...

Black-backed jackals survive in Africa's grasslands and deserts by being smart, quick, and bold. They will eat almost anything, from plants to the rotten flesh of dead animals. And they don't hesitate to sneak up on feeding lions and other large...