Summers, Portia

Text and color illustrations explore a military community, looking at all aspects of military base life, including school, shopping, recreation, and more.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, was born in Berkshire, England, to a middle-class family. She had no aspirations to be royalty. Now married to Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Kate is a mother, an activist, and a style icon. Young readers will learn about her early life in England, the issues that are important to her, and how she became the subject of a modern-day fairy tale. Easy-to-follow text is supported by full-color photos and quotes from the duchess herself. A Words to Know section helps readers learn new vocabulary, while Further Reading encourages deeper learning.

Hillary Rodham Clinton has had significant "firsts": First Lady of the United States and the first female candidate for a major political party to run for president of the United States. She has endured her share of scandals and is a celebrated former secretary of state, senator, and political activist. Young readers will learn more about the politician s life and accomplishments through easy-to-follow text accompanied by dynamic full-color photographs as well as direct quotes from Clinton herself. A Words to Know section helps readers learn new vocabulary, while Further Reading encourages deeper learning.

"Exploring legends from across the globe, this narrative text presents the story of the mermaid, offering possible scientific explanations for the myths"--Provided by publisher.

"Delving into myths and legends from across many cultures, this narrative text presents classic legends side by side with possible scientific explanations. Vivid images and a dynamic design will keep even the most reluctant readers interested, while a glossary allows readers to build vocabulary. Then, readers can examine the evidence and decide for themselves"--From the publisher's web site.

Examines the stories about Atlantis and scientific and archeological information regarding sunken land masses.

Explores the legends and myths throughout history about unicorns, and discusses whether or not unicorns may be real.

A brief biography of Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, discussing her childhood, marriage to Prince William, and life in the royal family.

Information about aliens and UFOs is presented through historical accounts and personal experiences, as well as possible scientific explanations. Vivid images and a colorful design will keep even reluctant readers interested, while a glossary strengthens vocabulary. Then, readers can decide for themselves based on the evidence presented.

Text and color illustrations explore different kinds of communities, including city life and relationships with neighbors and other people who work and live there.