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Both real and fictional narrators serve as your tour guides on this fun and factual trip into American Symbols. Francis Scott Key, Ben Franklin, and James Madison offer insight on their roles in history and the resulting symbols, such as the National Anthem, that are still honored today.

Game, Set, Match! Learn how to play tennis through narrative nonfiction, Fun Facts, infographics, a glossary, and more!

"Amazing images accompany engaging information about fairies. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--

Watch out! A giant is stomping your way! These creatures make appearances in todays stories, films, advertising, and more. But stories and images of these behemoths are nothing new. For centuries, giants have been depicted as dangerous and disastrous. But they have also taken on friendly forms. Find out how tales have giants have transformed throughout time through leveled text in this engaging title. Added features include a creature comparison, a range map, a timeline, and more!

Jason never turns down a dare, which has landed him in trouble more than once. After he gives some classmates a hard time, they challenge him to a BMX competition. Jason can't say no. But BMX-riding is much harder than he thought. If he can't learn to ride before the competition, this dare will be his last.

In a thrilling adventure, Carma and the Star Belchers must defend BeegMumma from a sudden alien invasion. As chaos ensues aboard the ship, the team rallies together to confront the threat and protect their home. The story highlights themes of bravery, teamwork, and resilience in the face of danger.

Marisa and Lorenzo Conchito and their friends want to make an old-fashioned vampire movie. Luckily their friend Jeff knows just the place to film it. His uncle Felix was an actor in several old horror movies, and his creepy old mansion is the perfect location. Felix is happy to let them film their movie at his house. He has just one “Don’t go in the basement!” What secrets could Felix be hiding in the basement? And why does he sleep so much during the day?

As the full moon approaches, its skin sprouts long hairs, its nose grows long, and its mouth fills with long fangs. Hunched and hungry, the werewolf howls at the shining moon! Todays media have made werewolves popular characters, but these creatures have been featured in tales for many centuries. This mythical title explores the origins of werewolves and how they are portrayed through time. Special features visually highlight their world through a range map, timeline, and creature comparison.

This life comes to an end, but a new one will soon begin. Rising from the blaze, a new phoenix spreads its wings and flies toward the sun! The mythical phoenix appears in many ancient traditions, and it still appears today as a symbol of strength and renewal. Readers of this fascinating title will explore the history and characteristics of the phoenix through leveled text and striking images. Additional features include a map, a timeline, a pop culture connection, and more.

"Humorous text and characters teach kids all about the human digestive system"--

"Amazing images accompany engaging information about kraken. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--

It isnt long after Treva Gallo moves into her new Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, neighborhood that she starts to see otherworldly people around town. And the more ghosts she sees, the more they seek her out. As Treva researches her new neighborhoods murky past, she unearths more than she expected . . . and the ghostly spirits become more insistent. The spirits seem to want something from Treva. But what can a living person do for the dead? Every state has its own spine-tingling stories of ghosts and mysterious hauntings grounded in its regional history. The Haunted States of America series uses real-life ghost lore as jumping-off points to new, chilling tales. An authors note provides historical origins and fascinating facts, but beware: sometimes real life is stranger than fiction.

Have a troll problem? Ring church bells near their ears or lure them into a lightning storm. They will run away in terror! This title covers the legends of trolls and how these mythical creatures have transformed through history. Engaging text combines with interesting images to explore the creatures history and characteristics. A narrative opening, historical timeline, range map, and more will captivate readers and have them wondering where their neighborhood trolls are hiding!

This book features a comprehensive structure that includes a table of contents, glossary, and index for easy navigation. It offers sidenotes and fun facts to enhance the reading experience, along with suggestions for further reading. Content consultants have ensured the material is reliable, with safe web resources provided at www.FactHound.com, making it a valuable educational tool for readers seeking to expand their knowledge.

Sphinxes are the wise and cruel creatures of ancient Egyptian and Greek mythology. This high-low title explores the lore behind them. Leveled text traces the origin of the sphinx, how it has changed over time, and how it is portrayed today. Added fun facts, an origin map, timeline, and more burst from the pages, while photos and illustrations provide visual reinforcement to the leveled text.

Do you love stop-motion animation? Try shooting a stop-motion video yourself! Learn how to plan, cast, shoot and edit a stop-motion video. It's time to put your creativity to the test. And action!

Lost in the wilderness, Kelly must navigate the challenges of the forest after becoming disoriented while collecting bugs for a science project. Equipped only with a mason jar, butterfly net, and a small lunch, she faces various dangers as she attempts to find her way back. The story explores themes of survival, courage, and the beauty of nature through Kelly's unexpected adventure.

Set in the eerie Manchac Swamp, the story follows Josh, a skeptic of local ghost tales, and his coworker who crash their airboat, leaving them trapped. As they navigate the swamp, they encounter the spirits of a forgotten town, raising the stakes of their survival. The narrative explores themes of belief, the supernatural, and the struggle between life and death, as the boys must confront their fears and find a way to escape before becoming part of the haunting legend themselves.

"Amazing images accompany engaging information about sea serpents. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--

You've suddenly time travelled thousands of years into the past. The world around you looks wild and unfamiliar. The humans you encounter can't understand a word you say. Now they're running at you carrying stone tools! Do you have what it takes to survive in the Stone Age? Turn the pages to find out - only you can choose your fate in this interactive story!

The story follows Kurby, who mistakenly sends an ad for odd jobs to a rescue mission instead of the intended human ship, BeegMumma. This unexpected twist sets off an adventurous journey across the galaxy, highlighting themes of miscommunication and exploration. As Kurby navigates this new challenge, readers can expect a blend of humor and excitement in a vibrant sci-fi setting.

Centaurs are the half-human, half-horse creatures known for making trouble. These mythical creatures are known from Greek mythology, but they continue to make their way into the stories and media of today. This title introduces readers to the history of centaurs, their depiction today, and more. An opening narrative, historical timeline, and creature comparison add even more interest and intrigue to this text about fascinating centaurs!

Ever since Ben Tajima found a toy boat on the Chicago Riverwalk, strange things have been happening. Ben keeps seeing a ghostly boy everywhere: the swimming pool, the living room . . . But who is the boy? What is he looking for? And what will happen when he finds it?

In a mysterious Colorado hotel, Jayla Walters encounters a ghost that visits her nightly in Room 217. As she seeks to understand the ghost's intentions, she finds herself entangled in an eerie confrontation. The story explores themes of the supernatural and the impact of unresolved pasts, raising questions about the ghost's desires and the consequences of Jayla's actions.

Ava has been saving for months to buy a tablet and can't wait to show it off. When it goes missing Ava is desperate to solve the mystery. Can her friends from the coding club help her or is everyone a suspect?

Examines the world of school through poems meant for rapping. Includes suggestions for creating raps about school.

"Combining musical rhythms and scientific information, students will explore the human body through poems meant for rapping"--

There are creatures all over, out there roaming the planet, And good friends like Steve and your bestie named Janet. Whether talkin' bout the body, outer space, or your school, Rapping is the way to learn and also stay cool.

Explores the world of friendship through poems meant for rapping. Includes suggestions for how to create raps about friends.

"Combining musical rhythms and scientific information, students will explore space through poems meant for rapping"--

Facing a terrifying tornado while four-wheeling near their family cabin, Andy and her twin brother must make a critical decision about their safety. As a massive funnel cloud looms overhead, they grapple with the dilemma of whether to keep moving in search of better shelter or to take cover in a less than ideal location. The story explores themes of survival, courage, and the bond between siblings in the face of nature's fury.

This text takes young readers behind the scenes of their favourite professional sport - football! Discover the ins and outs and the hustle and bustle of a typical match day. From fantastic fan experiences and player arrivals to groundskeepers preparing the pitch and broadcasting logistics, readers will discover that pulling off a top sporting event event is a big job! The action-packed photographs combined with an accessible reading level and the high-interest content will be certain to appeal to a wide range of young readers, including reluctant and struggling readers.

Wally Featherby loves animals. He has several pets, including a frog, a tarantula, a hedgehog named Mimi and a parrot named Golly. But one day while teaching Golly to say Mimi's name, something strange happens. His family starts claiming to see Mimi all over the house, even though she's still in his room. Wally's friend, Axado, even calls to say Mimi is in her garden. When the friends investigate the mystery, they discover hundreds of hedgehogs overrunning the city! What's going on? What's causing the multiplying Mimis? And how will Wally and Axado stop the hedgehog horde?

Calling all filmmaking buffs! Are you yearning to shoot your own documentary? Learn how to plan, cast, shoot and edit a short documentary.

Calling all musicians! Are you looking for a way to take your songs to the next level? Music videos can help your music shine! Learn how to plan, shoot, edit and perform a music video. It's time to be a star media maker!

Ever wonder how people create such engaging video blogs? Learn how to plan, shoot, edit, and post vlogs. Capstone 4D videos provide extra content to help guide you on your film-making journey. It's time to put your video-blogging skills to the test. And action!