Seventeen-year-old Zuretta Palmer travels to Chicago during the 1893 World's Fair to find her missing sister, but when the police and the Pinkertons refuse to help her, Zuretta begins her own investigation by becoming a maid at the notorious Castle.
Earthquakes are among the heaviest hitters in the world of natural phenomena that shape our planet. Not only can they cause massive amounts of damage on their own, they can also cause other disasters, such as tsunamis and avalanches.
"It's the first day of school at Frederick Douglass Elementary and everyone's just a little bit nervous, especially the school itself"--Provided by publisher.
Provides a history of the Washington Monument, including why it was built, facts about its construction, and popular misconceptions about the structure.
"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the history, location, many rooms, and uses of Edinburgh Castle as a fortress, prison, and museum"--Provided by publisher.
Enlightening main content, charts, and annotated quotes by experts shed light on the concept of sustainable living, while full-color photographs and informative sidebars show readers realistic changes they can make in their lives to protect the planet.
