Well-researched and richly illustrated, this book serves as an engaging resource for understanding history. Its readability makes it suitable for both public and school libraries, appealing to a wide audience eager to learn.
When Meriwether Lewis, William Clark, and the "Corp of Discovery" left St. Louis, Missouri, on May 21, 1804, their mission was to explore the vast, unknown territory acquired a year earlier in the Louisiana Purchase. The travelers hoped to find a waterway that crossed the western half of the United States. They didn't. However, young readers will love this true-life adventure tale of the two-year journey that finally brought the explorers to the Pacific Ocean.
Highlighting the contributions of inventors, this engaging book showcases the creativity and ingenuity behind everyday inventions like lightbulbs and automobiles. The Caldecott Medal-winning duo, St. George and Small, deliver a spirited and witty exploration of historical figures who have shaped modern life, making complex concepts accessible and entertaining for readers.
The updated edition of this Caldecott-winning classic features new illustrations and current facts, incorporating George W. Bush into the presidential narrative. It expands the catalog of presidential names to include three Georges, enhancing the family tree with a Bush entry and presenting a fresh portrait on the endpapers. This revised version offers a contemporary perspective on the history of U.S. presidents while maintaining the charm of the original.
When sixteen-year-old Alex accepts a summer job as caretaker of an old mansion, he thinks it'll be a breeze—he plans to lie by the pool, drive around in a nice car, and meet girls. But the moment he sees the sinister-looking house he remembers why he's there: a murder suicide has left it empty and it's his job to look after things until the new owner arrives. Alone on the sprawling property, Alex becomes the victim of strange, unexplainable events and he soon realizes something is horribly wrong. He knows he is being sucked into an uncontrollable situation—a terrifying battle between two ghosts—and there seems to be no way out.