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A concentration camp survivor, Elie Wiesel has worked tirelessly so that we all will remember the atrocities committed during the Holocaust. His efforts have won him the Nobel Prize. The author of this biography, who worked with Wiesel on developing the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum, illuminates his life for teen readers.

On June 26, 1963, President John F. Kennedy made a speech to the German people in Berlin. He famously said, "Ich bin ein Berliner, " which translates to "I am a Berliner" (someone from Berlin). However, future sources, including newspapers, sometimes considered the quote a blunder, as it could be confused for, "I am a jelly doughnut!" Inside this volume, readers will learn more about this historic event and the myth that arose from it. They wi...

Many people today know that the story about George Washington cutting down a cherry tree as a child is just that-a story. However, did you know that Washington was a dedicated breeder of hunting dogs? In fact, he is credited with creating the American foxhound breed. That's true! Thanks to this guide to the first U.S. president, readers will come to have a greater understanding of Washington and efforts he led to create a new country. They'll ...

The history of people--everything that has happened in the past, whether yesterday or thousands of years ago--is a key part of social studies. History is somewhat like a story, but a complicated one. Not only is it the study of past events but also the study of why these events happened. This thought-provoking book will have young historians thinking about the history of their communities and of the wider world. They'll consider causes and eff...

Geography is the study of Earth's physical features. It's also the study of how people interact with these features. This indispensable book introduces important concepts of geography to readers through at-level text and colorful, closely correlated photographs, making this important aspect of social studies both engaging and appealing. Readers will learn how geography affects where and how people live, and how people change their environments...

Social studies is a big, big concept. Students often hear the term in their classrooms but might not consider what it actually is. Social studies is the study of people and the places where they live. That explanation may seem simple, but that encompasses a whole lot! This beneficial series--a cornerstone of any elementary education library--breaks the complex term down into easy-to-understand categories, including citizenship, culture, histor...

Life without a government is hard to imagine. While most people are not involved daily in the government's operations, they enjoy services that the government provides, drive on roads that the government helps maintain, attend schools that the government funds, and-yes-pay taxes to make it all happen. This notable book, an important addition to any social studies collection, helps readers recognize the importance of local, state, and national ...

There's a common myth that says Abraham Lincoln, the 16th U.S. president, wrote the Gettysburg Address on the back of an envelope while on a trip by train. Although that makes for a good story, it's just a story! Readers will discover other myths about Lincoln, but more importantly, they will learn the facts about his time in the White House. Primary sources of Lincoln and his era help readers make connections to the text, and a timeline of Li...

Economics . . . it sounds complex, but it's not as daunting when it's thought of simply as the study of money and how people spend it. Still, that can get quite complicated! This enlightening and at-level book makes this fundamental topic both interesting and understandable to readers. Comprehensible explanations, colorful photographs, and engaging examples of concepts will motivate readers to make connections about what they learn, applying t...

A chef is only as good as their tools! Restaurants and home kitchens are filled with equipment from garlic presses to thermometers to spatulas, which people use to help them craft scrumptious dishes. In this exciting and educational book, readers will learn all about kitchen tools and how to use them. Teaching key STEAM concepts in a stimulating way, the text shows readers how they may practice hands-on learning while having fun in the kitchen...

Technological advances have transformed our kitchens. From microwaves to ice cream makers to instant pots, professional chefs and home cooks alike rely on technology to help them create delicious food. In this exciting, educational book readers will learn all about how to use technology in the kitchen! With helpful, real-life examples and vibrant pictures, the high-interest topic is sure to appeal to young readers. Keeping safety in mind, read...

Recognizing characteristics of cultures-the beliefs and ways of life of a group of people-is a key part of elementary social studies curricula. This essential volume helps readers identify unique features in cultures, such as languages, traditions, and celebrations, which highlight the interesting variety of peoples' backgrounds. They'll also identify common characteristics among cultures. Colorful photographs closely support the at-level text...

Successful chefs combine mathematical, creative, and scientific skills to create culinary masterpieces. From weighing and measuring ingredients to inventing new dishes, chefs demonstrate the practical application of STEAM education. In this fun and fascinating series, readers will learn all about how to use STEAM in the kitchen! They'll discover how to add and subtract, create, measure, sort, and use technology and tools all while enjoying coo...

Civics is the study of citizens' privileges and obligations. Citizens are protected by a country's laws, but they owe that country loyalty in return. This valuable book, a helpful support to curricular civics studies, explains much more about civics and citizenship in terms that readers will understand and appreciate. Through accessible vocabulary and high-interest examples, they will learn more about the freedoms that citizens enjoy and how p...

The kitchen is a great place to put STEAM concepts into hands-on practice! In this fun, informative book readers will learn all about sorting in the kitchen. Chefs, bakers, and home cooks must sort their ingredients and tools to craft dishes successfully. Knowing how to group similar items and assemble elements are often necessary parts of using cooking devices and making recipes. Clear, accessible language communicates STEAM principles in a r...

Grab your measuring cups and take a culinary adventure! In this dynamic and educational book, young readers will learn all about measuring in the kitchen. Measuring is a fundamental part of all cooking and baking. A chef must know how to convert teaspoons to ounces, ounces to pints, and metric to standard units! Filled with helpful, real-world examples and bright images, readers will discover the practical application of STEAM concepts. The hi...