Therese M. Shea

Many people find certain kinds of pests to be too creepy, unnerving, and sometimes dangerous to deal with themselves. That's when they call in professionals called exterminators. In this fascinating volume, readers will learn about the different creatures exterminators deal with and how they approach removing them from people's homes and businesses. They'll also learn how people prepare for this remarkable career. Striking photographs accompany the carefully researched text, while sidebars provide more information about this sometimes overlooked, but always necessary, career.

American landmarks sometimes evoke more than their original intent. For example, the Statue of Liberty was a gift symbolizing the friendship between France and the United States, but it became a welcoming monument to millions of immigrants heading to Ellis Island. This beautifully designed book offers numerous intriguing facts about American landmarks, including the Washington Monument, Statue of Liberty, and more. Each site's history unfolds through the dismantling of a myth about it. Readers will become savvy tour guides of our nation's most treasured locations.

Grammy winner Kendrick Lamar continuously wows fans and critics alike with his contributions to the world of hip-hop. Born in Compton, California, Lamar was no stranger to street violence. He channeled his experiences into pensive lyrics, releasing his first mixtape at the age of sixteen. Readers will learn about Lamar's experiences in the music world, his association with Dr. Dre, and his ascent to becoming a Pulitzer Prize winner. Quotes from Lamar, sidebars, a timeline about his life, and vivid photographs of performances make this high-interest volume a must for every hip-hop lover's collection.

Grammy winner Kendrick Lamar continuously wows fans and critics alike with his contributions to the world of hip-hop. Born in Compton, California, Lamar was no stranger to street violence. He channeled his experiences into pensive lyrics, releasing his first mixtape at the age of sixteen. Readers will learn about Lamar's experiences in the music world, his association with Dr. Dre, and his ascent to becoming a Pulitzer Prize winner. Quotes from Lamar, sidebars, a timeline about his life, and vivid photographs of performances make this high-interest volume a must for every hip-hop lover's collection.

Grammy and Pulitzer Prize winner Kendrick Lamar is a standout in the hip-hop world. Even as a teenage rapper, he used the joys and tragedies he experienced living in Compton, California, to craft thoughtful lyrics amid evocative rhythms. Young music lovers will appreciate learning about Lamar's rise in the hip-hop game, including his work with Dr. Dre, through accessible text, Lamar's own words, informative sidebars, and an instructive timeline. They'll especially love the colorful photographs of the artist in action.

Zendaya is one of the hottest stars in Hollywood as well as a staple of fashion-forward style. With hit movies such as Spiderman: Homecoming and The Greatest Showman now on her resume, she's come a long way since shooting commercials as a young girl. The accessible text provides fun facts about the woman behind the stylish exterior, such as her early career aspirations to be a teacher or a basketball player. With color photographs and quotes from Zendaya herself, readers will find out about all facets of the life and career of this popular star.

Ronald Reagan, the 40th president of the United States, lived a full and intriguing life before he took the highest office. "The Great Communicator," as he'd later be called, honed his skills and persona as an announcer for the Chicago Cubs, a movie star, and Governor of California. Readers will be amazed at the many careers and interests of Reagan. They'll also learn about his family and his motivations for seeking the presidency. Absorbing photographs and fact boxes add to this inspiring biography.

Many places throughout the world experience droughts and heat waves. While the two are not always related, they sometimes go hand in hand. These weather patterns can result in decreased agricultural yields as well as loss of plant, animal, and human life. This book introduces readers to essential concepts from the Next Generation Science Standards. Primary sources and striking full-color images show readers just how much devastation droughts and heat waves can cause.

Zombies are truly terrifying monsters, but they've never been described as helpful before This high-interest book shows readers and zombie hunters alike how the walking dead can help interpret data in different kinds of graphs, including picture graphs and bar graphs. Young mathematicians will love the creepy illustrations as well as the fun fact boxes detailing more information about the origins and legends concerning these scary creatures.

Double, double, boil, and trouble Addition will be no trouble at all for young mathematicians with the help of the charmingly illustrated witches in this high-interest book, which features elementary addition skills supporting the Common Core. There's no magic involved, but readers will discover efficient adding strategies that will aid them in the classroom and in life. Fact boxes supply interesting info about the mythology of witches throughout history, while an answer key allows readers to assess their addition proficiency.

Division can seem like a complicated concept without the right tools to understand what it means in the real world, or the fantasy world. In this amusing and beneficial book, vampires are the math teachers, instructing readers about strategies to help them decipher and solve division problems. Equations are accompanied by striking illustrations, and an answer key offers opportunities for self-assessment. Fun fact boxes about vampires add further interest to this must-have math book.

Archaeologists have discovered an ancient tomb. They pry open a passage and out comes a mummy. But it is not just a mummy, it's a multiplying mummy This entertaining yet educational volume uses beautifully illustrated mummies to teach young mathematicians about the fundamentals of multiplication, including skills highlighted in the Common Core. They'll also learn fun facts about mummies of ancient Egypt and other cultures. History and math collide in this must have for every elementary library collection or classroom.

Everyone knows some ghosts are helpful spirits, they may even help with math In this high-interest volume, a unique mix of eerie info and math exercises, young mathematicians can practice their subtraction skills using illustrated ghost models as well as hone their mental math strategies. The comprehensible text provides valuable hints that readers can apply to all kinds of subtraction equations they may encounter. Fact boxes about ghosts and eerie images will attract even reluctant readers, and an answer key provides opportunities for self-assessment. Subtraction has never been spookier, or more fun.

Many places throughout the world experience droughts and heat waves. While the two are not always related, they sometimes go hand in hand. These weather patterns can result in decreased agricultural yields as well as loss of plant, animal, and human life. This book introduces readers to essential concepts from the Next Generation Science Standards. Primary sources and striking full-color images show readers just how much devastation droughts and heat waves can cause.

Emma Stone is one of the most sought-after actresses today. After moving to Hollywood at the age of fifteen, she hit it big with comedies like Superbad and Easy A. Since then, she has branched out, starring on Broadway and earning an Oscar nomination for the musical film La La Land. Readers will learn fascinating facts about the star, including how she used acting to overcome panic attacks as well as her work on behalf of cancer-fighting charities. Quotes, fact boxes, and a timeline support the absorbing information in this high-interest volume.

Africanized honeybees, also known as killer bees, and army ants are both tiny animals that really strike fear in many people. In this action-packed volume, readers will follow along with a battle of the insects and decide who they think would be the ultimate victor. Readers will learn about factors such as adaptations, size, and sting. They'll use the information to make an educated guess about which insect they think would win if such a battle were to really break out. This imaginative, high-interest book is loaded with eye-catching graphics and facts that support important elementary science concepts.

Fables, myths, and legends have withstood the test of time. Readers of all ages still delight in these stories, which have at least a hint of fiction if not a heavy dose. This accessible book defines fables, myths, and legends and provides famous examples of each type of literature. Readers will discover the important link between the stories and the cultures they come from. A fun final activity encourages readers to create a comic book of their favorite tale, which requires exercising several skills of the English Language Arts Common Core standards.

Africanized honeybees, also known as killer bees, and army ants are both tiny animals that really strike fear in many people. In this action-packed volume, readers will follow along with a battle of the insects and decide who they think would be the ultimate victor. Readers will learn about factors such as adaptations, size, and sting. They'll use the information to make an educated guess about which insect they think would win if such a battle were to really break out. This imaginative, high-interest book is loaded with eye-catching graphics and facts that support important elementary science concepts.

In 1803, President Thomas Jefferson authorized the purchase of the Louisiana Territory, a vast land that doubled the size of the United States. Jefferson soon appointed Meriwether Lewis and William Clark to explore the western territory and find a route to the Pacific Ocean. The adventures of this expedition are some of the most exciting of American history. Both of these chapters of western expansion in the United States, important components of the social studies curriculum, are illuminated in this engaging volume, full of helpful maps, vibrant images, and fascinating historical facts.

The Frankenstein monster is an icon of horror. Even the youngest trick-or-treaters recognize Frankenstein's green-skinned costume. However, many people are surprised to know this monster's name is not actually Frankenstein. That's the name of its creator, Dr. Victor Frankenstein, from the nineteenth-century novel written by Mary Shelley. This fictitious doctor, one of the first "mad scientists," was based on real-life researchers and their experiments. This compelling volume examines the work of Shelley and its possible inspirations in the world of science. The high-interest topic, thought-provoking sidebars, fun fact boxes, and historical images will attract all levels of readers.