Synopsis: An amazing chapter in American history is now available in Step into Reading, the premier leveled reader line.In 1838, a slave ship named the Amistad took hundreds of kidnapped Africans on a long journey across the Atlantic. But the brave captives would not give up their freedom, taking over the ship so they could sail back to their homeland. This History Reader is not to be missed. Step 4 Readers use challenging vocabulary and short paragraphs…

Synopsis: How were pyramids built? Why did people make mummies? What magic charms were buried with mummies? Who discovered King Tut's tomb? Unwrap the answers to these questions and more in Magic Tree House Research Guide #3: Mummies and Pyramids, Jack and Annie's very own guide to the secrets of ancient Egypt. Includes information on hieroglyphics, how mummies were made, tomb treasures and robbers, Egyptian gods and goddesses, and much more!

Synopsis: A young Tanzanian girl finds a special doll, and realizes how much she loves the doll when she almost loses her. Upon the arrival of her new baby brother, Elizabeti decides she needs a doll she can care for the way her mother cares for the new baby. After looking around her village, Elizabeti finds the perfect doll to love, and names her Eva. When Mama changes the new baby's diaper, Elizabeti changes Eva. When Mama sings to the baby, Elizabeti…

Synopsis: The Big Picture series brings the world and its wonders to life for young readers. With topics ranging from climate to people and culture, these attractive books are delightful jumping-off points for a variety of discussions. Each title provides a context for its topic, helping readers make connections and see "the big picture."

Synopsis: Join Tarzan, Kala, Jane, Professor Porter, and the wily hunter Clayton on an adventure that takes readers through the jungle and into the depths of the human heart. Full color.

Synopsis: The first exciting book in the dramatic Legend of the Animal Healer series!A thrilling adventure classic-in-the-making!The night Martine Allen turns eleven years old is the night her life changes completely. Martine's parents are killed in a fire, so she must leave her home to live on an African wildlife reserve with a grandmother she never even knew she had. When Martine arrives, she hears tales of a mythical animal living there-a white giraffe…