Elizabeth Raum

SOS! What would you do if you were stranded in the middle of the ocean, with no way to get home? How long could you survive? Find out what actual survivors did in these true tales of being lost at sea.

Imagine being asked to explore an unknown part of the country. That's exactly what happened to Daniel Boone in the mid-1700s. Boone and others cut a path through the wilderness of Kentucky and Virginia. Lively language, historical illustrations, and primary source journal entries from Boone and his fellow settlers help readers feel as if they were a part of the journey. Meets Common Core critical thinking standards, and provides strong ties to social...

"Describes the experiences of German immigrants upon arriving in America. The reader's choices reveal historical details from the perspective of Germans who came to Texas in the 1840s, the Dakota Territory in the 1880s, and Wisconsin before the start of World War I"--Provided by publisher.

An introduction to Buzz Aldrin, the first astronaut to walk on the moon, discussing his childhood in New Jersey, his education and military service, his career at NASA, and his later life.

"Describes the experiences of Irish immigrants upon arriving in America during the time of the Irish potato famine. Reader's choices reveal historical details about where they settled, the jobs they found, and the difficulties they faced"--Provided by publisher.

A photo-illustrated biography for early readers on Houston Texans defensive end Justin "J.J." Watt. Describes his childhood, when he started playing football, and how he got to be an NFL player. Includes a fact sheet with highlighted accomplishments, glossary, books, and websites.

When a hive gets too crowded, some bees leave and build a new hive of their own to raise baby bees. This illustrated narrative nonfiction book includes a range map and a "Build Like a Bee" hands-on activity, plus glossary and further resources.

From moldy food and dirt covered clothes to poisonous pests and extreme weather, American colonists had a dreadful time in the New World. Get ready to explore the nasty side of life in the 13 American Colonies.

Delve into fascinating time periods! This series allows readers to explore different times and places in history from different perspectives. The narrative format, suspenseful action, and path navigation keep readers reading!

Beaver finds a mate and then the pair build a dam and a lodge to raise their kits. This illustrated narrative nonfiction book includes a range map and a "Build Like a Beaver" hands-on activity, plus glossary and further resources.