Wil Mara

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.

A simple introduction to the life of the woman whose actions led to the desegregation of buses in Montgomery, Alabama, in the 1960s and who was an important figure in the early days of the civil rights movement.

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.

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.

An introduction to the life of George W. Bush, who became the forty-third president after the closest presidential race in United States history.

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

Describes the geography, plants, animals, history, economy, language, sports, arts, religions, culture, and people of China.

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

Readers will learn what it takes to succeed as a cyber cop. 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.