"Have you ever wondered how we know so much about people and events from the past? Much of what we know comes from studying items from long ago. Research Primary Source Audio: Speeches, Oral Histories, Music, and More! helps you dive into history by learning from objects that were part of everyday life in the past"--

Describes the Hoover Dam and includes information on its design, construction, and environmental issues.

"Have you ever wondered how we know so much about people and events from the past? Much of what we know comes from studying items that were used in the past. Dive deeper into studying history by learning how to examine and learn from objects that were part of everyday life in the past."--

Guided by a magic rhyme, Jack and Annie travel to ancient Baghdad on a mission to help the Caliph disseminate wisdom to the world.

Besides being a general and the first president of the United States, George Washington was also a farmer. His efforts to create a self-sufficient farm at Mount Vernon, Virginia, mirrored his struggle to form a new nation. Excerpts from Washington's writings are featured throughout the book, which also includes a timeline, resource section, as well as essays on Washington at Mount Vernon and his thoughts on slavery.--From publisher description.

"Have you ever wondered how we know so much about people and events from the past? Much of what we know comes from studying items that were used in the past. Research Primary Source Artifacts: Tools, Clothing, Coins, and More! will help you dive deeper into studying history by showing you how to examine and learn from objects that were part of everyday life in the past."--

Discover what it's like to grow up in Russia in this fascinating, nonfiction Level 2 Ready-to-Read, part of a series all about kids just like you in countries around the world! Zdravstvujtye! My name is Katia, and I'm a kid just like you living in Russia. Russia is a massive country, located in two continents--Europe and Asia. It's known for its cool cities bursting with history and culture, awesome wildlife, and diverse climates. Have you ever wondered...

"In Cooking Then and Now, leveled text and vibrant, full-color photographs take readers through the cultural and technological advances that affected food preparation through time. Readers will compare life in the past to life today. An infographic highlights a period in cooking and What Do You Think? sidebars and an activity encourage deeper inquiry. Also features reading tips for teachers and parents, table of contents, glossary, and index"--

Reveals who really invented the ice cream cone, even before the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair where five people claim they did so.

Presents a tribute to the creator of the giant balloons that fill the sky during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, tracing the work of artist Tony Sarg, whose innovative "upside-down puppet" creations have become the parade's trademark.