Mattern, Joanne

It is important to learn all you can about floods so you will know how to deal with this devastating disaster.

"Singer, producer, songwriter, and fashion designer--Pharrell Williams has become a superstar in many areas of pop culture. From his early days as a music producer who was too nerdy to be taken seriously, to his record-breaking chart hits, this talented artist has created some of today's most popular songs and worked with major recording artists in hip hop, pop, and rock music. Pharrell Williams doesn't see the point of bragging about his success and yet his music has made millions of people 'Happy.' Williams is a creative artist who definitely marches to the beat of his own drum"--Back cover.

Simple text and photographs introduce young readers to the history and rules of soccer.

A biography of Tyler Perry, African American actor, author, and TV and film producer.

The Alamo. First started as a mission to convert Native Americans to Christianity, then occupied by Spanish soldiers and becoming a place of turmoil and battle between Mexico and Texas, it is now proudly restored and stands as one of our nation's most valued symbols. In this book you will learn all about the key people who fought these battles and why the Alamo is referred to as the cradle of Texas liberty.

Carved into Mount Rushmore in the Black Hills of South Dakota, this American symbol was originally created to encourage people to visit the state. From the planning which began in 1923, to the completion of construction in 1941, this monument is one of our nation's greatest achievements.

Introduces the concept of citizenship and explains how good citizens follow the law, help others, vote, and are patriotic.

When the Civil War began, Fort Sumter was an unfinished building in the harbor of Charleston, South Carolina.

Text and photographs explore how electricity works.

Examines the life of William Wrigley, Jr., discussing his prowess as a salesman and the strategies he used to grow his chewing gum buinsess, and looking at some of the ways in which he enjoyed his wealth.