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Avery Danielson wants to win at something, and the Mayfair School Pumpkin Contest is coming soon. Avery has big plans, but when his Irish grandfather comes to visit, everything fizzles. Now, it seems, Avery's nemesis Jeremy Fairchild will beat him yet again. Left to themselves, Avery and Granda carve a "Most Original" entry for the Pumpkin Pageant in a most original way. Granda introduces Avery to the Irish tale about Stingy Jack and the world...

Discover all the mysteries, facts, and discoveries about mummies that are creepy?and true?in this installment of the acclaimed nonfiction series!

Combining a rich biography, including information about his childhood, with relevant and engaging projects, this book offers a glimpse at Roosevelt's work and times. The text includes a time line, online resources, and a reading list for further study. Photos. Illustrations.

One of England's most fascinating monarchs is brought to life in this hands-on study for young minds. Providing 21 activities, from singing a madrigal and growing a knot garden to creating a period costume--complete with a neck ruff and a cloak for the queen's court--readers will experience a sliver of life in the Elizabethan age.

Winner of: VOYA'S Nonfiction Honor List 2012 Amelia Bloomer List 2013 Though the Declaration of Independence stated that "all men are created equal, " women and girls in the early days of the United States had few rights—their lives were controlled by their husbands or fathers. Married women could not own property, and few girls were taught more than reading and simple math. Not one woman could vote, but that would change with the tireless eff...

An NCSS Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People 2015 Martha Gellhorn jumped at the chance to fly from Hong Kong to Lashio to report firsthand for Collier's Weekly on the conflict between China and Japan. When she boarded the "small tatty plane" she was handed "a rough brown blanket and a brown paper bag for throwing up." The flight took 16 hours, stopping to refuel twice, and was forced to dip and bob through Japanese occupied airs...

A Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People 2017 When it started, many thought the Great War would be a great adventure. Yet, as those who saw it up close learned, it was anything but. In the Fields and the Trenches traces the stories of eighteen young idealists swept into the brutal conflict, many of whom would go on to become well-known 20th-century figures in film, science, politics, literature, and business. Writer J. R. R. Tolkie...

Featuring 21 hands-on projects that explore the scientific concepts Isaac Newton developed, this illuminating guide paints a rich portrait of the brilliant and complex man and provides young readers with a hands-on understanding of astronomy, physics, and mathematics. The activity-packed resource allows children to experiment with swinging pendulums, build a simple waterwheel, create a 17th-century plague mask, track the phases of the moon, ba...

Hispanic-Americans celebrate their lasting and deep roots during Hispanic Heritage Month. The unique contributions of Hispanic-Americans, including those in art, cuisine, economics, and government are brought to center focus for this important population.