Jacqueline Laks Gorman

This comprehensive book outlines the geography, history, people, government, and economy of Hawaii. Lists of key people, events, cities, plants and animals, and political figures, plus fact boxes and quotes, provide easily accessible information that is supplemented by activities such as crafts, recipes, and a map quiz. Historic photographs, artwork, and other images enhance the narrative.

When we need a good book to read, we can go to the place where thousands of books are free and waiting to be opened: the library. Managing all of the resources are the unsung heroes of the Library Science world, who is the Librarian. Readers will be delighted and intrigued to learn that the librarian's role goes well beyond managing the bookshelves.

Many of us use buses for our standard mode of transportation. While subways, trains, and cars are convenient, buses provide us with an elevated view of our cities and streets. Bus drivers contend with traffic, staying on schedule, and challenges in helping passengers with special needs. Readers will take a journey into the activities of this important community helper who gets us where we need to go.

When there's trouble in the community, we look to police officers for help. The colorful book introduces readers to all the ways that officers of law enforcement keep our communities safe.

When we need a good book to read, we can go to the place where thousands of books are free and waiting to be opened: the library. Managing all of the resources are the unsung heroes of the Library Science world, who is the Librarian. Readers will be delighted and intrigued to learn that the librarian's role goes well beyond managing the bookshelves.

The president of the United States has one of the hardest jobs in the world. This book describes how the president manages the government, works with Congress, and deals with leaders of other countries. Readers will also learn about some of the presidents who have helped shape history. All in Spanish lanuage.

Who makes the laws for our country? Congress does This book describes how members of Congress pass laws and help solve problems in the country--and in their home state. Readers will also learn about some members of Congress who earned a place a history.

This new Spanish-language series is a great resource for introducing English language learners to key aspects of our government - just in time for the 2008 election. Readers will learn about the importance of laws, the duties of our leaders, the election process, and the rights and responsibilities shared by all Americans. The series uses easy-to-understand language to explain important concepts that are closely tied to the social studies curriculum.

Readers will learn about the importance of laws, the duties of our leaders, the election process, and the rights and responsibilities shared by all Americans. The series uses easy-to-understand language to explain important concepts that are closely tied to the social studies curriculum.

This new Spanish-language series is a great resource for introducing English language learners to key aspects of our government - just in time for the 2008 election. Readers will learn about the importance of laws, the duties of our leaders, the election process, and the rights and responsibilities shared by all Americans. The series uses easy-to-understand language to explain important concepts that are closely tied to the social studies curriculum.

This bilingual series is the ticket to places both familiar and exciting to young children. From the library to the zoo, each title explores a different place that kids like to visit and describes what a visitor can see and do there. Full-color photographs are closely linked to the simple text, enhancing comprehension for English language learners.

This series is the ticket to places both familiar and exciting to young children. From the library to the zoo, each title explores a different place that kids like to visit and describes what a visitor can see and do there. Beginning readers will enjoy the lively, full-color photographs, which enhance the simple, easy-to-read text.

Do humans have an extra sense, a second sight? People who believe they have ESP, or extrasensory perception, say they can read minds, tell the future, or even make objects move ESP explores the different types of psychic ability and the tests scientists have used to prove--or disprove--the existence of a sixth sense.

Flying saucers, speeding spots of light, and whirling disks all have been spotted in Earth's skies. Are these unidentified flying objects tricks of the eye, hoaxes, or the crafts of aliens? UFOs explores the reports and the research into the possible existence of extraterrestrial visitors.