Stuckey, Rachel

Text and color illustrations explore the basic strategies of chess, including the rules, pieces, and key moves.

"Takes readers through photography basics and photo editing techniques, giving them the skills to creatively picture their world ... Photography ideas and tips encourage readers to refine their skills and create personal photo projects"--Provided by publisher.

"Chess is one of the most popular and challenging strategy games of all time! This engaging title covers the rules, pieces, moves, and strategies. Step-by-step photos bring matches to life and connect readers to the instructions. Fact boxes highlight fascinating facts and records including the longest match, extreme chess games, and more"--From the publisher's web site.

Travel with some of the most famous pioneers who opened up the West, from the explorers Daniel Boone and Lewis and Clark to John C. Fremont and the trappers of Canada.

Machu Picchu is the most famous reminder of ancient Inca culture, but it s by no means the only one. Archeological remains from the Inca Empire have been drawing scientists, historians, and tourists to South America for many years. Readers explore these archaeological finds and what they ve taught us about Inca culture and daily life. As detailed main text and fact boxes provide readers with information about the Inca people, vibrant photographs and historical images help them visualize life among this group of people. Readers will enjoy exploring essential social studies curriculum topics and relating the information to their own lives. Detailed Table of Contents, Fact Boxes, Full-Color Photographs, Further Information Section, Glossary, Index, Maps.

What brought about the downfall of the Aztec Empire? The answer to this question is waiting for readers to discover as they learn fun facts about the Aztec people and explore common social studies curriculum topics. Readers learn fun and fascinating facts about Aztec life, from their religious beliefs to the sports they played. This information is presented through accessible main text and additional fact boxes. Colorful maps allow readers to develop their geography skills as they see where the Aztec Empire was located. Historical images and contemporary photographs help readers place themselves among the Aztec. Detailed Table of Contents, Fact Boxes, Full-Color Photographs, Further Information Section, Glossary, Index, Maps.

"Meet the people of the Middle Ages from the lowly peasant to the royal court. This ... book reveals Medieval society and the realities of everyday life according to social class, including lifestyles and sources of entertainment. Famous people in religion, peasant rebellions, and politics are featured, along with events such as the signing of the Magna Carta"--Amazon.com.

Presents an overview of the rules, positions, strategies, and equipment in football and provides tips on passing, receiving, rushing, and defending, and helpful pointers for playing most positions on the field. Nutrition and the importance of fairplay and teamwork are also included.

"Machu Picchu is the most famous reminder of ancient Inca culture, but its by no means the only one. Archeological remains from the Inca Empire have been drawing scientists, historians, and tourists to South America for many years. Readers explore these archaeological finds and what they've taught us about Inca culture and daily life. As detailed main text and fact boxes provide readers with information about the Inca people, vibrant photographs and historical images help them visualize life among this group of people. Readers will enjoy exploring essential social studies curriculum topics and relating the information to their own lives"--Amazon.com.