Cover-to-cover books

Using the Exxon-Valdez incident as a backdrop, the authors explain the hazards of oil spills to the environment.

Jason vows to climb to the summit of a mountain in Denali, but first he must face his fears and find the courage to continue up the mountain.

Introduces readers to a variety of pets, from dogs to tree frogs, describing each pet and its specific needs.

Describes the experiences of pirates and privateers in the New World, discussing how they helped shape the world.

Provides information about slavery, focusing on stories of how slaves managed to escape southern plantations and make their way to freedom in the North.

Recounts the events surrounding the discovery of the Piltdown Skull in southeastern England and explains how scientists learned it was a hoax.

Presents facts and fiction that explore the mystery surrounding the murder of Shakespearean-era playwright Christopher Marlowe.

Recounts the events surrounding the 1804 duel between Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton.

Photographs and text introduce young readers to the different types of animals found in North America.

Photographs and easy-to-follow text describe the different kinds of animals found in Africa.