Olson, Elsie

Explores the history of astrology and horoscopes, and discusses the personality traits associated with each zodiac sign. Includes a related activity.

Explores the various psychic abilities that many people claim to have. Includes a related activity.

Introduces young readers to pet rescue, discussing animal shelters, pet rescue groups, and more.

Have you ever wanted to become a paleontologist? In Exploring Fossils: Paleontologists at Work! young readers will find out what these supercool scientists really do! They will explore how paleontologists dig up and study fossils, and discover the special tools paleontologists use.

Drones are a Modern Engineering Marvel! In this engaging title, readers will explore the history of drones from hot air balloons to radio-controlled aircraft to today's unmanned aerial vehicles. Reginald Denny and his development of radio-controlled planes for the US military is featured, and a colorful infographic shows the parts of a drone. Readers will learn how different types of drones work and see the future of drones from weather monitoring to delivering packages! A timeline, a glossary, and an index supplement historical and color photos. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

The Hoover Dam is an extraordinary dam. It provides water to much of the US Southwest! In Building the Hoover Dam, young readers will find out more about this engineering marvel and how it was built.

The Golden Gate Bridge is an awesome bridge. It is one of the most iconic bridges in the world! In Building the Golden Gate Bridge, young readers will find out more about this engineering marvel and how it was built.