On July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong stepped on the moon and, to an audience of over 450 million people, proclaimed his step a agiant leap for mankind.a This Eagle Scout built his own model planes as a little boy and then grew up to be a test pilot for... [More...]

As the world now knows, Barack Obama has made history as our first African-American president. With black-and-white illustrations throughout, this biography is perfect for primary graders looking for a longer, fuller life story than is found in the authoras... [More...]

With more than 100 black-and-white illustrations, the fascinating story of George Washington comes to life, revealing the real man, not just the face on the $1 bill.

Jane Goodall, born in London, England, always loved animals and wanted to study them in their natural habitats. So at age 26, off she went to Africa! Goodall's up-close observations of chimpanzees changed what we know about them and paved the way for many... [More...]

Did you know that a full-grown polar bear standing on his hind legs is as tall as an elephant? Polar bears are one of natureas most beautiful animals, but their homeathe Arctic Northais in danger. Kids will love learning about these Arctic animals and... [More...]

In 1775, Paul Revere of Boston made his now-famous horseback ride warning colonists of an impending attack by the British. This event went largely unnoticed in history until Longfellow celebrated it in a poem in 1861. So who was Paul Revere? In addition to... [More...]

Illus. in full color. Five fishermen go out in a boat and think that only four come back, until they realize the silly counting mistake they have made.

Learn all about Americaas new First Lady!
Michelle Obama never considered a life in politicsaand now she is our new First Lady. From the bestselling duo of "Barack Obama: United States President" comes this easy-to-read biography filled with photos of... [More...]