Wil Mara

Examines the history, geography, influence, and economics of violence in popular culture. Includes critical thinking questions, color photographs, a glossary, and resources for further information.

Focuses on the discoveries and inventions of the ancient Mesopotamian civilization in the areas of transportation, agriculture, architecture, science, and technology.

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior of the anole lizard.

When Jackie Robinson joined the Brooklyn Dodgers he became the fir st African American to play on a white Major League Baseball team. Read about how Robinson changed the face of baseball when he broke the color barrier and opened the door for the non-white players that followed.

Delivers facts about the apatosaurus and how it lived.

Explains the various scientific factors causing the sky to appear blue to human eyes. Discusses principles of light, color, and eyes.

A short biography of the Jewish girl whose diary bacame famous.

An introduction to the life of the nurse who served on the battlefields of the Civil War and later founded the American Red Cross.

"This book details the history, culture, geography, and government of Norway"--Provided by publisher.