A short biography of women's golfer, Michelle Wie, the youngest golfer to play on the PGA Tour describing her childhood and entrance into professional sports.
A short study of the December 2004 tsunami that hit Thailand and other parts of Southeast Asia, describing what causes a tsunami, previous tsunamis around the world, and the aftermath of the 2004 tsunami.
A biography of Colin Powell, who overcame poverty and prejudice to become a four-star general, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and Secretary of State through hard work and belief in himself and others.
Follows the career of Will Smith, from young rapper to television star to movie superstar, emphasizing his sense of humor, drive, talent, confidence, family relationships, and personal growth.
Explores the facts about sharks and shark attacks, including what these creatures are, how and on what they feed, and how much of a threat they pose to humans.
Discusses the history of spying from biblical times to the present, types of spying, tools spies use, and the personal qualifications and training of spies, and includes profiles of famous spies and a visit to the International Spy Museum in Washington, D.C.
Examines the birth, rise, and fall of the Aztec empire; its cultural practices and religious beliefs, including human sacrifice; and the Spaniards' eventual overthrow of the Aztecs.
Profiles Cesar Chavez, founder of the United Farm Workers, focusing on his advocacy for Hispanics and farm workers and his nonviolent fight for justice through strikes and demonstrations.
Relates true stories of treasure hunters, discussing the tools they use, secret codes that have led to treasures, laws and regulations regarding treasure hunting, and some lost treasures still waiting to be found.
Examines the history of paramedics, discusses the steps a paramedic takes in an emergency, tells the stories of some amazing rescues, and looks at the characteristics of a good paramedic.
