Caravantes, Peggy

Chronicles the life and career of dancer and entertainer Josephine Baker, discussing her participation in the civil rights movement, her espionage work in World War II and the adoption of her twelve children.

Examines the rise and fall of the Persians in the Middle East. Readers will come away with a comprehensive understanding of who the Persians were, how they built their empire, and what happened to their civilization.

Looks at the life and career of model, dancer, actress, and singer, Zendaya.

Provides a brief introduction to the life and career of pop star Shawn Mendes.

Presents a history of the building of the transcontinental railroad in the United States, discussing the scandals, people, and challenges involved. Includes a timeline, illustrations, a glossary, and further resources.

"Learn the ins-and-outs of the giant underground vault located beneath one of the most famous buildings in the United States. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, fact-filled captions and sidebars, detailed photographs, an informational diagram, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author"--Amazon.com.

Presents twelve key events of the American Revolution, featuring the war's critical moments, key players, and lasting effects paired with sidebars, questions to consider, and a timeline.

Discusses Hurricane Katrina, which struck the United States' Gulf Coast in 2005, killing nearly 2,000 people and causing widespread devastation.

"Details the life of Cleopatra from differing perspectives"--Provided by publisher.

Compelling narrative nonfiction text introduces the Titanic's third-class passengers, including details about their experiences aboard the historic ship, tragic losses, and dramatic stories of survival.