Synopsis: In a clear and nonthreatening way, Franklyn M. Branley discusses where, when, and how a tornado develops and what happens during one, and outlines measuresreaders can take to keep themselves safe if caught near one.

Synopsis: What causes thunder and lightning? How do different clouds form? What makes a tornado twist? Kids will discover the answers to these questions and more in this colorful, photo-packed book. In this inviting and entertaining format, kids will discover what causes the weather they experience every day. This level 1 reader is written in an easy-to-grasp style to encourage the meteorologists of tomorrow!

Synopsis: How long is four score and seven years? Just what are unalienable rights? These translations make important historical documents meaningful. Each book translates the work of a primary source into a language you can understand.

Synopsis: Ladybug Girl and Grandpa visit the museum in the New York Times bestselling series’ latest picture book! Lulu wants to learn everything, but she discovers that sometimes you have to slow down to appreciate the wonder of what's around you.   When Lulu and Grandpa visit the museum, Lulu wants to see it all! Grandpa suggests exploring bit by bit, but Lulu can do it all—she’s Ladybug Girl! But there is so much to see. Even Ladybug Girl may never see…

Synopsis: How can Santa's sleigh land when there's no snow onthe ground? How can hepossibly fit down all those skinny-minny little chimneys? And how come everymall has a different Santa? These are just some of the highly delicate issueshandled in this classic "First Time Book" that's back in print with acheery new cover for a new generation of Bear fans.

Synopsis: This biography chronicles Betsy Ross's life during colonial times, including her success as an upholsterer and flag maker.

Synopsis: "In this new chapter book, Toto tells us what really happened when he and Dorothy made that magical journey to Oz. Based on L. Frank Baum's classic tale, 'The Wizard of Oz, ' read all about the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, the Cowardly Lion, and the Wicked Witch of the West ... through Toto's eyes! Find out: why Toto is annoyed by the Scarecrow, how Toto helped Dorothy melt the Wicked Witch, and the heartwarming reason Toto wants to return to…

Synopsis: When Welles Crowther was a young boy, his father gave him a red bandanna, which he always carried with him. On September 11, 2001, Welles Remy Crowther saved numerous people from the upper floors of the World Trade Center South Tower. "The Man in the Red Bandanna" recounts and celebrates his heroism on that day. Welles' story carries an inspirational message that will resonate with adults as well as young children.

Synopsis: Key Features Description Armani Curtis can think about only one thing: her tenth birthday. All her friends are coming to her party, her mama is making a big cake, and she has a good feeling about a certain wrapped box. Turning ten is a big deal to Armani. It means she's older, wiser, more responsible. But when Hurricane Katrina hits the Lower Ninth Ward of New Orleans, Armani realizes that getting older means being brave, seeing loved ones die,…

Synopsis: Explore real stories and facts about the attacks on Pearl Harbor with American Girl BeForever character Nanea!Discover the stories of the real people and events that shaped American history in the Real Stories From My Time series. Perfect for book reports with full-page illustrations throughout, these nonfiction chapter books also include historical photos, maps, a timeline, a glossary, and a bibliography at the back. Plus, in each book, an…

Synopsis: As a young student of the violin, Joshua Bell learns about an international competition to be held in Kalamazoo, Michigan. He chooses a piece of music, which his teacher suggests may be too difficult, but Joshua is determined. It's a piece of music he loves. At the competition, Joshua experiences the usual jitters. Once his name is called, he strides to the stage and begins to play, but almost immediately, he makes a mistake. As he is about to…

Synopsis: Tom and his friends are trapped in a quarantine lockdown in this third novel in Tom Swift Inventors’ Academy—perfect for fans of The Hardy Boys or Alex Rider. Tom has always tried to play down his pseudo celebrity status at the academy. So, the last thing he wants is for a reporter’s son to follow him around for an article on the school. When this extends to one of the biggest field trips of the year—an overnight lock-in at Swift Enterprises—Tom…

Synopsis: Easy-to-read text and illustrations describe various kinds of seeds and weeds.

Synopsis: Whether shark mad, dotty for dolphins or orca obsessed, this extraordinary book has all you need to know about life beneath the ocean.Full of fascinating facts and stunning sea life photography, this book covers everything from the ocean shores to deep sea creatures. Find out why octopuses release ink, why clownfish live in anemone tentacles and where can you find a guitarfish.Based on the latest research, this definitive guide to ocean life…

Synopsis: A child's basic questions about animals are answered in this brief look at the animal kingdom.

Synopsis: Jeter Publishing presents the second nonfiction biography in a brand-new series that celebrates men and women who altered the course of history often without recognition. On July 16, 1969, a Gemini rocket lifted off from Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Previous launches had focused on getting astronauts into space, docking two spacecraft, and even walking in space, but this mission was different. Apollo 11 was designed to land two astronauts on…

Synopsis: Ten-year-old Grace is crushed to learn that her grandparents' bakery might close after thirty years and wonders how her own business, which they inspired, can survive if theirs cannot, but she and her friends use their talents and newly-acquired business skills to try to save the day.

Synopsis: 'Holmes,' I cried. 'Is it really you? Can it indeed be that you are alive? Is it possible that you succeeded in climbing out of that awful abyss?' Missing, presumed dead, for three years, Sherlock Holmes returns triumphantly to his dear companion Dr Watson. And not before time! London has never been in more need of his extraordinary services: a murderous individual with an air gun stalks the city. Among thirteen further brilliant tales of…

Synopsis: Laura and Meg are auditioning for the class play. Stevie doesn't want to try out, but Meg signs her up anyway. When the cast of the play is announced, Laura has a part, but Meg and Stevie don't. Then Molly writes with a solution so all three friends can work on the play together.

Synopsis: Cousins Jeff, David, and Claire find themselves with a mystery to solve when they spot a man hanging around the local dump, and then items start disappearing from homes all over town, only to be returned fixed up and freshly painted.