Thomas, William

An exploration of the job of a deep sea fisher that describes what they do and discusses challenges and dangers they face, the culture of the profession, and other related topics.

Presents a portrait of William Lloyd Garrison, a committed abolitionist by his 20s, founder of a newspaper, and after the Civil War, a writer, speaker, and debator in favor of rights for women and African Americans.

Explores the Vietnam War from the perspective of the American people, and examines the escalating hostility towards the government as the war continued, as well as the treatment of returning troops.

This book details how to become an FBI special agent, including the online application, the forms and interviews, sample questions for written exams, the training process, graduation, and beginning work as an FBI special agent.

Tells the life story of Aung San Suu Kyi, a political prisoner in Myanmar, formerly known as Burma, who was placed under house arrest for attempting to free her country from a military dictatorship.

Examines the career of marine biologist, discussing the skills and requirements needed to do the job, featuring facts about job outlook, education, training, and salaries, and including on-the-job profiles, sidebars, and photographs.

A profile of country singer Kenny Chesney, discussing his early life and family in Tennessee, his college years, the love of music that spurred him to pursue a career as a singer and songwriter, and his devotion to his fans.

An exploration of United States immigrants from Korea that discusses their country of origin and culture and includes personal stories about the experiences of immigrants and their children.

Learn about the people, geography, sports, history, industries and symbols that make the District of Columbia unique. Features maps, timelines, informative charts, profiles of notable people, current census information and many opportunities for a student's guided research.

Introduces students to the three branches of American government, their individual powers and responsibilities, and why each branch must work together.