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In this informative bilingual book, readers will learn about Abraham Lincoln's life, from his childhood in a log cabin in Illinois to his presidency during the Civil War to his tragic assassination at Ford's Theater. A timeline gives readers a reference point for facts about "Honest Abe." The uncomplicated English to Spanish translation imparts essential biographical data with lessons on perseverance and leadership. -
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. -
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 the life and accomplishments of George Washington, the first president of the United States. -
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. -
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. -
Presents an introduction to rocks, discussing how they are formed, where they are found, and how to start a rock collection. -
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. -
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. -
¡Luces, CAMARA, ACCION! Los lectores aprenderán cómo los directores, escritores, animadores, cinematógrafos y actores trabajan juntos para hacer una película. -
Los lectores jóvenes tendrán una visión en profundidad de la vida de un jugador de béisbol profesional y del arduo trabajo que se necesita para convertir el trabajo soñado en realidad. -
A los niños les encanta cocinar, y el surgimiento de chefs famosos los ha hecho aún más interesados en las artes culinarias. Este divertido libro explica cómo se hacen los maestros de cocina y ofrece consejos para jóvenes cocineros. -
A los niños les encanta cocinar, y el surgimiento de chefs famosos los ha hecho aún más interesados en las artes culinarias. Este divertido libro explica cómo se hacen los maestros de cocina y ofrece consejos para jóvenes cocineros. -
El fascinante y glamoroso mundo de la moda intriga a niños y adultos por igual. Los lectores jóvenes aprenderán cómo sus diseñadores favoritos confiaron en el trabajo duro y el talento para convertirse en las superestrellas que son hoy. -
Los lectores jóvenes tendrán una visión profunda de la vida de un piloto de carreras y del arduo trabajo que se necesita para convertir el trabajo soñado en realidad. -
¡Los musicales son divertidos y emocionantes! Los lectores jóvenes aprenderán cómo se une un musical y cómo es actuar en el escenario. -
Introduces the life and accomplishments of Rosa Parks, the woman often referred to as "the mother of the civil rights movement."
