"Step back in time to the birth of America and meet the real-life rebels who made this country free! On a hot summer day near Philadelphia in 1776, Thomas Jefferson sat at his desk and wrote furiously until early the next morning. He was drafting the Declaration of Independence, a document that would sever this country's ties with Britain and announce a new nation--The United States of America. Colonists were willing to risk their lives for freedom,...

"Archery is one of the oldest sports in the world! This fact-filled title takes beginning readers through the basics of the sport, from where its played and how its scored to the types of bows archers use. Features highlight a famous archer and show the gear needed for the sport. Curious readers are sure to think this low-level title hits the bulls-eye!"--Amazon.com.

"Celebrations helps families and educators discuss belief systems, ceremonies, and holidays to spread love and understanding for all faiths."--

"One day, Kamala and Maya had an idea. A big idea: they would turn their empty apartment courtyard into a playground! Based on a true story, this is the uplifting tale of how the author's aunt and mother first learned to persevere in the face of disappointment and turned a dream into reality. This is a story of children's ability to make a difference and of a community coming together to transform their neighborhood."--Jacket.

Offers an illustrated introduction to subway trains, covering what they are, how they travel, and how people use them.

Presents information on Saturn, the sixth planet from the sun.

"Take a stroll along the beach. What do you see? Young readers will learn all about the beach and the animals that call it home in this fun pre-reader. Through text features such as the vocabulary tree and the wrap-up activity, kids will be introduced to new words and concepts -- helping them expand their understanding of the world"--

Introduces the heroes of the Resistance who are fighting to save the galaxy from the First Order, including Rey, Poe, and Finn.

This inspiring, STEM-focused biography describes the life and influential work of Ellen Ochoa, the first female Hispanic astronaut to go to space.--

"Baby paleontologist likes to dig for fossils. With his pickax and brush, he discovers plants and animals that lived long, long ago. What stories do fossils tell? What did dinosaurs look like? Find out with baby paleontologist!" --from back cover.