Adams, Simon

An up-close look at World War I examines life in the trenches and the devastation of Europe by the Great War.

Among the motivating activities are writing with hieroglyphics, playing an ancient game, and making a royal headdress.

". . . custom maps tell the story of the Second World War from the rise of the Axis powers to the dropping of the atom bomb on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Each map [charts] the progress of key events of World War II on land, sea, and air, such as the Dunkirk evacuation, the attack on Pearl Harbor, the D-Day landings, and the siege of Stalingrad. Historical maps from both Allied and Axis countries also offer unique insights into the events. There are timelines to help you follow the story as it unfolds, while narrative overviews explain the social, economic, political, and technical developments at the time . . . large-scale pictures introduce topics such as the Holocaust, blitzkrieg, kamikaze warfare, and code-breaking"--Provided by publisher.

Gives information regarding volcanoes, including how they are formed, where they can be found, and how they change the Earth.

Describes World War II with photos and explanations.

Describes the use of codes and code breaking from ancient times to the present.

Maps and text offer detailed information on nations, empires, explorers, and expeditions between 1450 and 1800 that shaped the modern world.

Provides an overview of Texas, covering the state's history, geography, economy, people, and culture.

Detailed descriptions of the Titanic, including its accommodations, and a retelling of its sinking in the North Atlantic in April, 1912.