Synopsis: People have been trying to find creative ways to kill each other since the beginning of time. The Book of Weapons covers the entire history of weaponry, from the earliest, most-primitive instruments to the remarkable advances in modern defence and warfare.

Synopsis: What do you get when you combine cheerleader tryouts, two dates for the same night, and a fifteen-year-old's yearnings for fun and love?Christy Miller is determined that things are going to go her way this spring. Her heart is set on becoming a cheerleader, and with all the practice she's put in, she's sure she can pass the tough tryouts. What's even more exciting is that the prom is just around the corner, and Christy gets swept away making…

Synopsis: In this collectible from the editors from Time-Life, the Civil War, the focus is on the greatest military leaders from both the Union and the Confederacy. Trace the progress of the war from it's beginning in 1861 and 1862 to it's turning point in 1863.

Synopsis: From #1 New York Times bestselling author Alan Gratz comes a gripping, 80-page bonus story about D-Day that can be read alongside the novel Allies, or on its own! Samira Zidane lives in Nazi-occupied France during World War II...and she has a secret. She and her mother are spies for the underground resistance. They crack codes and trade messages that will help sabotage the Nazis' plans. When her mother is captured by enemy soldiers, Samira must…

Synopsis: From debut author Peter Stone comes a heart-stopping, pulse-pounding political thriller that’s perfect for fans of Ally Carter and House of Cards. When recent high school graduate Cameron Carter lands an internship with Congressman Billy Beck in Washington, DC, he thinks it is his ticket out of small town captivity. What he lacks in connections and Beltway polish he makes up in smarts, and he soon finds a friend and mentor in fellow staffer…

Synopsis: "Through gripping photos and action-packed stories, discover history's lesser-known military heroes, who must never be forgotten."--Back cover

Synopsis: "Travel around the globe to uncover some of the world's most terrifyingly haunted places. With eerie images and lots of bone-chilling information, you won't want this spine-tingling world tour to end!"--Back cover

Synopsis: "Combines Tom Clancy-like suspense with touches of romance, high-tech flash, and biblical references." ―New York TimesTwenty-five years ago, as the world approached a new millennium, Tim LaHaye and Jerry B. Jenkins released this bestselling novel that became a cultural phenomenon.On a Boeing 747 headed to London, passengers instantaneously disappear from their seats, resulting in terror and chaos for those left behind―not only throughout the…

Synopsis: Provide an engaging nonfiction book for students as they explore some of the causes of the Civil War. Students will examine the divisive events in the nineteenth century that led up to the war, including the Missouri Compromise, the Compromise of 1850, the Kansas-Nebraska Act, the Dred Scott decision, and more. Breathe life into the pages of history with primary source documents that offer significant clues on what life might have been like…

Synopsis: From the creators of the New York Times bestselling series Clementine comes another chapter book collection that will keep readers engaged and laughing until the very last page.Waylon has lots of ideas for making life more awesome through science, like teleportation, human gills, and attracting cupcakes by controlling gravity. But it's impossible for him to concentrate on his inventions when he's experiencing his own personal Big Bang.Arlo Brody…

Synopsis: This thrilling Young Adult novel gives readers a macro view of some of the most important events in the Star Wars universe, from the rise of the Rebellion to the fall of the Empire. Readers will experience these major moments through the eyes of two childhood friends--Ciena Ree and Thane Kyrell--who have grown up to become an Imperial officer and a Rebel pilot. Now on opposite sides of the war, will these two star-crossed lovers reunite, or will…

Synopsis: Mattis, Lorica, AG-90, and Jo have been captured by the First Order! And things only go from bad to worse when Jo turns traitor on them as soon as they're in custody, and AG is taken away to be reprogrammed as a villainous First Order droid! Can the squabbling Mattis and Lorica work together to figure out a way to escape before they are interrogated?or worse? Meanwhile, Dec and Sari seek out the help of the intimidating gangster Harra the Hutt…

Synopsis: Teach students about the American Revolution and the important events that led up to it. This nonfiction Spanish-translated book explores topics such as why the colonists were upset with Great Britain, the Intolerable Acts, and the Boston Tea Party. Readers will also learn about people including George Washington, Paul Revere, and the Sons of Liberty.

Synopsis: A concise illustrated study of the uniforms and organization of the specialist troops on both sides of the US Civil War.At the time of the American Civil War, with two million men under arms, a US Army that in pre-war days had depended upon a minute number of technical troops now required virtually an army of specialists alone. Special sharpshooters were recruited for skirmishing duty; men whose wounds would have led to their discharge in the…

Synopsis: Maia Wojciechowska's 1965 Newbery Medal winner about a young boy struggling with his father's legacy. Manolo was only three when his father, the great bullfighter Juan Olivar, died. But Juan is never far from Manolo's consciousness--how could he be, with the entire town of Arcangel waiting for the day Manolo will fulfill his father's legacy?      But Manolo has a secret he dares to share with no one--he is a coward, without afición, the love of…

Synopsis: The Civil War of 1861 - 65 was the bloodiest conflict in the history of the United States of America and had a huge effect on the shaping of the nation as one of the world's greatest democracies. From the opening shots fired at Fort Sumter, to the decisive Battle of Gettysburg and the assassination of Lincoln, this book brings the story of the Civil War to life.

Synopsis: More than 3,000 years ago, Queen Nefertiti of Egypt helped rule one of the most powerful empires in the ancient world. At the height of her influence, Nefertiti vanished from record, leading historians on a journey of discovery that continues to the present day. Learn more about the mystery surrounding this controversial queen.