Bob Temple

Discusses the land, the history, the economy, the people, and the festivals of Guyana.

Presents the geography, history, economy, cities and communities, and people and culture of the Dominican Republic. Includes recipes, related projects, and a calendar of festivals.

"Describes the events surrounding the sinking of the ship Titanic in 1912. The reader's choices reveal the historical details from the perspective of a first-class passenger, a third-class passenger, and a crewmember"--Provided by publisher.

Explains how Jimmy's allergy helps solve a crime.

A very simple introduction to the sport of swimming and the basic skills used. Sports offer kids a great opportunity to learn, be social, stay healthy, and have fun! Our Jump into Sports series features action photos and simple descriptions of equipment, rules, and skills that help kids get started in the sport of their choice. The appealing subject matter encourages young readers to develop an interest in nonfiction, and glossary terms and sources...

Describes the history of the Ellis Island immigration center and its restoration as a national treasure.

Aaron is a 12-year-old baseball phenom, but only when he's playing in the field. At the plate, he struggles. Now, it's the last inning of the last game of the season, and Aaron's in the batter's box, down by one with the bases loaded. Just as he steps up to the plate, Aaron spots his superstar-athlete older brother, Will, who completely abandoned him at the worst possible time. Can Aaron come through in the clutch when his team needs him most, and...

A biography of the man responsible for mass producing the automobile in the early part of the twentieth century. Crafted with a wealth of detail and rich illustrations, each biography in this appealing collection offers 32 pages that entice readers to discover the remarkable people who built our great nation. The primary narrative focuses on the childhood, education, motivations, and achievements of a key American figure, while special sidebars introduce...

A very simple introduction to trombones, their history, what they are made of, what they sound like, and how they are played. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, informative captions and sidebars, sources for further research including websites, an index, and an introduction to the author.

Jared and his friends thought they were going on a fun camping trip at Eagle Point. But from the moment the trip begins, it's obvious that something weird is going on. The clerk at the outfitters store tells them not to go, and when they arrive they find remnants of an awful blaze and a burned cabin. The campground's caretaker seems to be dead, but is he really gone?