Alicia Klepeis

Mathematician. Philosopher. World traveler. Pythagoras was an intelligent and curious scholar and teacher. While he's best known for the Pythagorean Theorem, he shared ideas about numbers, animals and many other areas of knowledge with his students. Since none of his writings were left behind, it's not always easy for historians to know what's true about Pythagoras and what may be legendary. What does seem apparent is that he was a vegetarian but...

Chile is a modern and beautiful country in South America with rugged mountains, dense forests, and the Atacama Desert, which is one of the driest places on Earth. Its landscapes have also served as the home to many fascinating peoples throughout history, including the Inca and Mapuche. With this dynamic and wide-ranging book, young readers can explore a nation rich in culture, one that celebrates the arts, from poetry to music to dance. Through detailed...

The continent of Europe is home to countries large and small. Learn about the people, history, geography, and wildlife of the European continent. This title includes a glossary, websites, and fast facts.

Plant roots are amazing! From keeping plants anchored in the ground to sucking up water from the soil, roots are an essential part of plants. Some go deep below Earth's surface while others spread far and wide just below the dirt. Dig in to discover how roots help plants survive.

Asia is the largest of the world's seven continents and is home to many countries. Learn about the people, history, geography, and wildlife of the Asian countries. Includes glossary, websites, and fast facts.

From Seattle to Sydney, people around the globe experience weather every day, but what is weather, really? How is the sun connected to whether it's hot and dry or cool and rainy outside? The brightly colored pages of this book explain the science behind weather on Earth, from our atmosphere to seasons to winds. Filled with incredible photographs, fun facts, and hands-on activities influenced by the Next Generation Science Standards, readers gain an...

Ever wonder how plants reach toward the sun? Or how water gets from the roots to the leaves? A plant's stem is like a highway, transporting water and food where it's needed. Dig in to discover how stems work to support a plant's survival.

Walt Disney made history by creating animated characters and movies that are still loved by fans to this day. This book explores Disney's life and groundbreaking achievements.

Cairo, Camels, and Chaos features 96 pages that are filled with a fun storyline, vocabulary, discussion questions, and more, to engage transitioning readers and strengthen their comprehension skills. Each World Adventure Chapter Book dives into a specific country, and readers tag along for the adventure as they encounter memorable monuments, places, culture, and history. As the story's characters venture throughout each country, they address topics...

Jane Goodall is famous for her work, researching chimpanzees in the African nation of Tanzania. This book explores Goodall's life and groundbreaking achievements. Easy-to-read text and vivid images give readers a clear look at this subject.