Harrison, Lorraine

Delves into the story of the Ute Indians from the time before the arrival of European colonists through the current issues that they face today.

"Health care is a complicated topic that many adults struggle to understand. However, young readers need to know the facts about an issue that directly affects them now and will continue to directly affect them throughout their lives. This volume was designed to give young readers a basic understanding of the concept of universal health care and why people support and oppose it. Readers are presented with concise, unbiased information about both sides of the universal health care debate. The accessible main text is accompanied by informative fact boxes, graphic organizers, and full-color photographs"--Provided by the publisher.

Text and photographs discuss the constellation Pisces and the and the Greek myth for which it is named.

Explores the debate about letting students have cell phones during class.

Delves into the story of the Sioux Indians from the time before the arrival of European colonists through the current issues that they face today.

Teaches young readers about rocks, discussing texture, color, fossils, and more.

The science and technology involved in creating a sparkling gem from an uncut diamond is fully explored, giving readers an in-depth look at how diamond rings, bracelets, necklaces, and more are made.

Discusses the science and the industries of diamonds.

"Manifest Destiny is the idea that the United States was destined to stretch 'from sea to shining sea.' To fulfill that destiny, the United States embarked on a period of rapid expansion in the 19th century. Readers discover the ways the dream of Manifest Destiny was achieved through informative text that supports common social studies curriculum topics. Historical images and primary sources help readers visualize how much the nation changed in such ashort period time. Readers also discover how the idea of Manifest Destiny influenced U.S. foreign policy long after Americans reached the shores of the Pacific Ocean"--Amazon.com.

Text and photographs discuss the constellation Pisces and the and the Greek myth for which it is named.