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Find fascinating information about each natural disaster in the series as they are presented in pop-out text: -- Guess What? tells amazing facts, such as the strange objects that were seen flying through the air during a tornado -- Disaster Detective gives the reader something to explore or research... More

-- A series that details the exploration, annexation, and development of the African continent by Europeans during 19th century colonization and its effects on modern-day Africa-- Generously illustrated volumes with rare and unusual photographs from the archives of the Royal Geographical Society... More

This exciting series gives the reader a behind-the-scenes look at the world of movies. Each title focuses on one famous director, giving insights into his or her life, history, and vision for the future. Find out what happened on the set of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, and discover how James Camer... More

The Cat in the Hat; Little Women; Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. You know the stories, you love the characters, but do you know "who wrote that?" Find out about the people behind your favorite tales and why they felt compelled to write for children. This series lets the reader explore the minds ... More

The Cat in the Hat; Little Women; Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. You know the stories, you love the characters, but do you know "who wrote that?" Find out about the people behind your favorite tales and why they felt compelled to write for children. This series lets the reader explore the minds ... More

-- User's guide-- A comprehensive biography of the poet-- Detailed thematic analysis of each poem-- Extracts from major critical essays that discuss important aspects of each poem-- A complete bibliography of the writer's poetic works-- A list of critical works about the poet and his works-- An inde... More

-- User's guide-- Biography of the short story writer-- List of characters in each story-- Detailed thematic analysis of each short story-- Extracts from major critical essays that discuss important aspects of each work-- A complete bibliography of the writer's works-- A list of critical works about... More

These riveting personalities each achieved excellence, but even greater than their individual accomplishments is the positive Hispanic image they collectively represent to the world. Photographs, illustrations, and lively text tell the stories of these fascinating historical figures. Chavez won the ... More

These riveting personalities each achieved excellence, but even greater than their individual accomplishments is the positive Hispanic image they collectively represent to the world. Photographs, illustrations, and lively text tell the stories of these fascinating historical figures. The creator of ... More

-- User's guide-- A comprehensive biography of the poet-- Detailed thematic analysis of each poem-- Extracts from major critical essays that discuss important aspects of each poem-- A complete bibliography of the writer's poetic works-- A list of critical works about the poet and his works-- An inde... More