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PROMOThe Oxford Learner's Pocket Dictionary has over 38,000 words, phrases, and meanings giving students a handy quick-reference guide to basic English vocabulary. It includes essential information on meanings, grammar patterns, spelling, idioms, and phrasal verbs. -
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PROMO‘Tales of Mystery and Imagination’ was written by the celebrated and prolific author, Edgar Allen Poe (1809 - 1849). Poe only started writing in earnest from his mid twenties, but found fame with a series of short stories, such as ‘The Tell Tale Heart’, ‘William Wilson’ and ‘The Fall of the House of Usher.’ This book contains a collection of some of the finest of these stories, including all three previous as well as ‘The Gold Bug’, ‘Descent into the Maelstrom’, ‘Murders in the Rue Morgue’ and ‘The Premature Burial.’ This text contains an author biography, briefly detailing Poe’s life, an introduction and the ‘tales’ themselves. Poe is seen today as one of the greatest practitioners of gothic and detective fiction that ever lived. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in classic literature and exciting tales. -
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PROMOThe tale begins as an investigation into the strange stories of an “Opera ghost,” legendary for scaring performers as they sit alone in their dressing rooms or walk along the building’s labyrinthine corridors. Some even think they’ve seen the ghost in evening clothes moving in the shadows. But it isn’t until the triumphant performance of beautiful soprano Christine Daaé that the Phantom begins his attacks—striking terror in the hearts of everyone in the theater. A story that has captured the imagination for a century, The Phantom of the Opera continues to this day as an unparalleled work of sheer entertainment. -
Aircraft carriers are truly the fortresses of the sea! Students will get an inside-out view of these incredible floating cities, from how they are constructed to how they function as important parts of a country's defense. Students also will learn about the various aircraft that are on board and the crew that keeps aircraft carriers in ship shape! -
This fascinating book explores the history and work of astronauts, the rigors of astronaut training, and what it is like to live and work in space. Brief bios on our most famous astronauts are also included. -
This colorful book explores the history and function of satellites and how they have helped scientists explore outerspace. Readers will also learn that we rely on satellites for communications, mapping, and many other things. -
Your curious readers will learn that going into space is no small endeavor. This book explains the history and function of space missions and how they have expanded our knowledge of the universe. -
Venezuela's Angel Falls is 16 times higher than Niagara Falls! Angel Falls will capture young readers' attention with its unique history and dizzying heights. -
Imagine being in a place where the temperature can drop to -125 degrees Fahrenheit! That's how cold it can get on the world's biggest glacier. Students will be transported to the icy chill of Antarctica in this cool book. -
The largest continent in the world also has the largest variety of people, land, and animals of any continent on Earth. Students will be delighted with the beautiful images as they read about this bountiful continent. -
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Did you know that riders had to use stepstools to get onto the first bikes? Bicycles were once regarded as a nuisance to horses. Read about how they've become a significant part of our lives. -
Humans have used boats for hundreds of years. See how boats have changed into the mighty ocean-going vessels we use today. -
When Henry Ford put an engine on a horse carriage, he had no idea that his simple invention would revolutionize the world. Read about how an everyday part of our lives started with a single, simple concept. -
Amazing mountain animals fill the pages of this exciting series. Redesigned with new features, each book invites readers to discover the world of creatures that make their home in high places. Young learners will read about each animals unique physical characteristics, behavior, and adaptations to their environment. Through fascinating facts and brilliant photographs, these books paint a vibrant picture of the incredible array of animal life in the mountains. -
Doctors Without Borders provides medical attention to those in need. This remarkable organization has even won a Nobel Peace Prize for its services. Students will be inspired as they read about the good deeds of this organization. -
Explains what canyons are, how they are formed, and where they can be found around the world. -
Introduces caves, describing their characteristics, different types, and the animals that live in them. -
Introduces glaciers, describing their formation, geography, and effects on the surrounding land and people. -
Describes the formation of islands and the development and variety of plant and animal life on different islands. -
Describes the formation, flora and fauna, and geography of the world's mountains, including the Rockies and Mount Everest. -
Discover Earth's amazing peninsulas in this fun and informative book. Readers will learn about the formation of peninsulas, learn about different kinds, and explore some of the world's most famous peninsulas. Stunning photography captures the natural beauty and life on this landform. -
Introduces some of the animals that live in American temperate forests and tropical rain forests, including such creatures as the black bear, great horned owl, garter snake, Hawaiian honeycreeper, and coqui frog. -
Introduces the fundamentals of energy, including its different forms, how it is stored, and how people use it. -
Nothing can capture attention like the thrill and rush of roller coasters. Your students will learn how the force of gravity makes their favorite roaring rollers move. -
Greenland is more than 84, square miles. The worlds largest island also has many other extraordinary qualities that make learning about this island fun and exciting. The unique way of life in Greenland as well as the variety of animals on the island will fascinate young readers. -
Introduces banks, including the different types, their function, and why they are important to both investors and the common public. -
Introduces credit cards and discusses their advantages and disadvantages. -
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Describes what it is like to be a baseball player, discussing spring training, pitching, hitting home runs, the World Series, meeting fans, doing charity work, endorsing products, and managing a team. -
Describes what it is like to be a race car driver, discussing different types of races, pit stops, race car safety, meeting fans, doing charity work, and the Daytona 500. -
Describes what it is like to be in the movie industry, discussing film genres, screenwriters, cinematographers, designers, actors, animation, and film awards. -
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Presents an introduction to rocks, discussing how they are formed, where they are found, and how to start a rock collection. -
Describes the different types of homes that insects construct, including nests, tunnels, mounds, and hives -
Provides an introduction to light, describes some of its properties and offers experiments to do with it. -
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In this book, readers will learn about the history of helicopters in the U.S. military, discover what different kinds are being used, and what these thrilling military helicopters are capable of. Full-color photographs place the reader side by side with the military's most amazing helicopters! -
In this book, readers will learn about the history of planes in the U.S. military, discover what different kinds are being used, and what these thrilling military planes are capable of. Full-color photographs place the reader side by side with the military's most amazing planes! -
Introduces tanks, including their different parts, how to operate a tank, and why they are important in military offenses. -
Presents the history of the motorcycle and the many improvements that have occured. -
Discover the animals of the American mountains! Readers will learn about mammals, birds, reptiles and much more in this fun book that explores animal life in the U.S. mountain habitat. -
In this book, readers will learn about the history of ships in the U.S. Navy, discover what different kinds are being used, and what these thrilling Navy ships are capable of. Full-color photographs place the reader side by side with the Navy's most amazing ships! -
Introduces the United States Navy's most powerful weapon, discussing the parts, uses, and capabilities of the Navy's submarines. -
Discusses nuclear submarines, including their equipment, how they are run, and what they are used for. -
Describes the eight phases of the moon, from new moon to waning crescent; the moon's size; the length of its days; its rotation, gravity, surface, and temperature; and eclipses. -
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Discusses supersonic jets, including how they are built, different types, and what they are used for. -
Photographs and text reveal information about the longest bridge in the world, including its location, how it was built, and the safety issues involved in its upkeep. -
Classic / British English Are you brave enough to read four of Poe's famous horror stories? Edgar Allan Poe wrote strange stories about terrible people and evil crimes. Don't read this book late at night! -
Photographs and text depict information about the largest drilling rig, including its location, how it was built, and the way it is kept running. -
Disscusses in simple terms, the Itaipu dam, including where it is located, how it was built, and how it provides electricity. -
Describes the physical characteristics and behavior of the ladybug, from the egg to the adult beetle. -
Presents an introduction to the life cycle of a rose from its beginnings as seed to its maturity as a flower, along with information on the role of pollination in the creation of new seeds. -
Powerful and determined, the sea turtle lives a fascinating life. Its life journey begins when its mother travels thousands of miles to lay her eggs on a beach. Then it travels back to the ocean as a hatchling to start a life of its own. Readers will explore all the stages of a sea turtles life and learn how people can help them survive. Vivid photographs show these wonderful reptiles in great detail. -
Learn all about apples, from seed to picking. -
Learn how big oak trees grow from small acorns. -
Describes the physical characteristics, habits, life cycle, and natural environment of the owl. -
Discusses the world's largest soccer stadium, including where it is located and how it was built. -
Presents information on the tallest buildings in the world, including their size and how they were built.
