History and Social Sciences

ER doctors are heroes! They must be quick-thinking, decisive, and fast-acting to perform the lifesaving work they do every day. In this high-interest, low reading level book, readers will take a closer look at this high-octane career. They'll discover...

When asked about government, young readers often overlook state government and local government, the two components of the U.S. government that are most relevant to their lives. In this volume, state and local governments are at the forefront. Readers...

Teach students about the park rangers who protect U.S. national parks. This nonfiction book explains the roles and responsibilities of park rangers in an easy-to-follow way. Ideal for young readers, the book includes a map of national parks, a fiction...

What is it that makes railroads such eerie places? It could be the spine-chilling metallic screech of the wheels grinding against the steel tracks. Or perhaps the rushing wind that threatens to pull you under as the railcars hurtle past. In this...

School should be a safe place for students to learn and grow. Making school a safe place is the responsibility of both teachers and students. In this educational and informative book, readers will learn about how they can follow rules to stay safe at...

Like any other place where people live in the world, Latin America has its fair share of legendary tales. El Chupacabra, a creature reported to drink the blood of livestock, is just one example of the type of beast believed by some to exist in this part...

Why is the president called the 'commander-in-chief'? And did you know that during a filibuster senators can talk about whatever they want? They have read the phone book, a recipe for fried oysters, and even Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss! In this...

Children often assume that being fair means that everyone gets the same number of cookies, but at the heart of fairness is consideration, respect, and caring for others. This book presents real-life situations in which young people figure out how to act...

Featuring a timeline of Sojourner's life, a glossary, and an index working in conjunction with vibrant images and supportive text, young readers will be inspired by Sojourner's life as an abolitionist and suffragist.