Wil Mara

Briefly introduces the life of Benjamin Franklin, touching on his inventions and his contributions to the city of Philadelphia as well as to the newly formed United States of America.

An introduction to the life of George Washington, who became the first president of the United States after leading the American military in the Revolutionary War against England.

An introduction to the life of President Abraham Lincoln, who was the sixteenth president of the United States during the difficult years of the Civil War and who issued the Emancipation Proclamation freeing the slaves..

This book describes dump trucks, tow trucks, garbage trucks, cement mixers, fire trucks, tanker trucks, and other varieties of trucks.

Introduces to readers the life and legacy of the first female air pilot who disappeared over the Pacific Ocean in 1937 while on a flight around the world.

"Readers will learn what it takes to succeed as a sound engineer. The book also explains the necessary educational steps, useful character traits, potential hazards, and daily job tasks related to this career. Sidebars include thought-provoking trivia. Questions in the backmatter ask for text-dependent analysis. Photos, a glossary, and additional resources are included."-- Provided by publisher.

A guide to what an information security analyst does and how to become one.

Explores how the Battles of Lexington and Concord during the American Revolution changed the course of history and helped shape the United States. Includes a glossary, text-related questions, resources for further information, a timeline, and maps.

"Provides comprehensive information on the process of why rain falls from the sky"--Provided by publisher.

An introductory biography of celebrity Oprah Winfrey describing how she followed her dreams to stardom and now uses her success to help others.