Weakland, Mark

"How do I get to school? While lots of students hop on a bus, [this book] . . . explores some alternative methods used by kids around the world, including subways, bikes, and boats"--Provided by publisher.

"Scooby-Doo and the gang have seen their fair share of monsters, but Shaggy still has lots of questions. Have you ever wondered how people become vampires, where vampires hang out, or how to protect yourself from vampires? Scooby and the gang have all the answers! Take a look, and learn the truth behind vampires"--Back cover.

"Bill Gates is known as the richest man in the world. But do you know what he was like as a child? From selling peanuts to memorizing entire encyclopedias, Bill used his brain. This . . . story of his childhood will help young readers connect with a historic figure"--Provided by publisher.

"Ruth Bader Ginsburg was the second woman justice to serve on the Supreme Court. But do you know what she was like as a child? Strong role models and encouragement to be herself led Ruth to speak her mind and to stand up for equality. This . . . story of her childhood will help young readers connect with a historic figure"--Provided by publisher.

"Eleanor Roosevelt was the niece of one president, and the wife of another. But did you know she was a leader in her own right? From supporting civil and women's rights to speaking to the public through her newsletter, My Day, Eleanor paved the way. This playful story of her childhood will help young readers connect with a historic figure and will inspire them to want to achieve greatness"--Provided by publisher.

"Walt Disney forever changed the world when he made his animation and entertainment dreams come true. For millions of people, 'Disney' and 'magic' are inextricably connected. But what was Walt like as a child? He fed his imagination by going to parades and plays, riding pigs around the farmyard, painting and drawing ... but he also worked hard to help support his parents and siblings. Filled with creative energy, this story will inspire readers to pursue their dreams with vigor"--Provided by the publisher.

"Astronaut Neil Armstrong couldn't be held down by Earth's gravity. As the first person to step foot on the moon, Neil took the US space program to new heights. But before he did that, he had humble boyhood jobs--cutting lawns, cleaning ovens, washing airplanes--and plenty of adventures, including building a wind tunnel in his parents' basement! This playful story shows young readers that not even the sky is the limit for their own dreams"--Provided by the publisher.

Uses popular cartoon character Wile E. Coyote to demonstrate science concepts involved with speed and velocity.

Uses popular cartoon character Wile E. Coyote to demonstrate science concepts involved with chemical reactions.

Uses popular cartoon character Wile E. Coyote to demonstrate science concepts involved with flight and gravity.