Pipe, Jim

Describes the civil war and Darfur conflict in Sudan through the correspondence of two young people.

Humorous illustrations and facts combine to provide a portrait of what life might be like as Cleopatra in ancient Egypt.

Describes beliefs about and reports of monsters in various cultures throughout history.

Explores the idea that there are other beings than humans in the universe and that they have visited Earth throughout the history of mankind, discussing UFOs, alien abductions, crop circles, possible alien influence on early cultures, and more.

Illustrations, photographs, and special see-through pages introduce children to deep-sea creatures, and describes the unique characteristics of animals that live in the dark waters, how they survive, and other related topics.

Examines how rocks are formed, the various types of rock, how weathering changes the composition of rocks.

"Humans have always played games, from dice games in ancient Iran to board games in the Victorian period. Video games have become popular, with players arguing why one console is better than another. Discover the many uses of games: how they can be a teaching aid, exercise our bodies and brains, stimulate our creativity, and bring people together"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the importance of trees, and what the world would be like without them.

Contains William Shakespeare's play adapted into graphic novel format about two teens from opposite sides of feuding families who fall in love and secretly marry, setting tragic events into motion. Presented in Spanish.

Describes beliefs about and reports of ghosts in various cultures throughout history.