Attempted escapes, suspected paranormal activity, and more mark Alcatraz's history. Dive deep into Alcatraz and find out how it's become a popular spot for history buffs and ghost hunters… More →
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Engage emergent readers with a look inside different parts of a home. This simple nonfiction text pairs with the fiction book Our New Neighbors. More →
Buried deep beneath the outskirts of the city, the London catacombs are known for being as beautiful as they are eerie. Although they are no longer in use today, these tunnels document an… More →
Social media has brought benefits to society, but has it also harmed people? This book explores that question, looking at the history of social media, how it affects individuals, and the… More →
It's a Volcano Tornado!
What's more frightening than a volcano? A tornado that forms from a volcano! A volcano tornado is a spinning vortex of air, formed from severe high heat. These deadly spinning columns can… More →
Are there any elements of truth in Jack and the… Beans don't grow overnight, and giants don't live in clouds. Integrating science with literacy, this book adds funny "Truth Time" sid More →
Jobs in Transportation
Whether on the ground, in the air, or across the water, transportation workers make it possible for people and goods to travel efficiently. Bus drivers, airline pilots, locomotive engineers,… More →
John Henry is the strongest, fastest hammerman working on the railroads in the years after the American Civil War. One day, a salesman comes by with a machine he says can drill faster than… More →
This title introduces young readers to John Lewis, best known for his role during the Civil Rights era, for walking alongside Martin Luther King Jr., and for his work as a congressman.… More →
Juneteenth
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the history of Juneteenth, including when, where, and who first celebrated Emancipation Day, its meaning, the traditions associated with… More →