New Releases by Ann Graham Gaines

A thorough, illustrated biography discussing Madison's childhood, his career, his family, and his term as the fourth president of the United States. Includes a table of contents, time line, phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and detailed captions and sidebars to aid in comprehension.

A thorough, illustrated biography discussing the childhood, career, family, and term of Richard M. Nixon, thirty-seventh president of the United States. Includes a table of contents, time line, phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and detailed captions and sidebars to aid in comprehension.

Provides a brief introduction to the life and times of James Polk, the eleventh president of the United States.

A thorough, illustrated biography discussing the childhood, career, family, and term of Woodrow Wilson, twenty-eighth president of the United States. Includes a table of contents, time line, phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and detailed captions and sidebars to aid in comprehension.

Introduce your young learners to the North Carolina's history, going back to the pre-European era; moving through early colonialism, agrarian society, the Civil War, industrialization, and the civil rights movement; and ending with the current events that shape the state today. Over the course of five chapters, readers encounter the geography, history, people, economy, and government of the Tar Heel State. African American and Native American histories and contributions are explored.

Despite the availability of the Internet, the library is still an important place for research. Through clear text and full-color photos, readers will learn how to conduct research in the library and the media center, as well as how to make the best use of their time. Activities will encourage familiarity with the library while fast facts and sidebars will help student grasp new concepts. A glossary reinforces new vocabulary, and a Further Reading section inspires further research.

Students start writing research papers at a young age and continue to do so throughout the course of their education. But writing a research paper may not be as easy as it seems. Through easy-to follow instructions, examples, and clear text, student will learn how to write a research paper and cite their sources. Quick facts, activities, and sidebars help make the concept of research clearer for the reader. The glossary reinforces new vocabulary, while Further Reading encourages further exploration into the topic.

The Internet has a wealth of information. And there are many quick ways to get answers. But, students must know how to perform real research on the Internet. Using clear and concise text with descriptive examples, this book shows readers how to perform their own research and teaches them skills for citing their sources as well as figuring out which ones seem reliable. Full-color photos, quick facts, and sidebars help students understand Internet research better, while the glossary reinforces new vocabulary. A Further Reading section inspires further research.

Explore the geography, climate, history, people, government, and economy of Kentucky. The third edition of this popular series provides lists of key people, sites, cities, plants and animals, political figures, industries, and events in the Bluegrass State.

Through accessible text, a clear chronology, and photos, readers will discover how Nelson Mandela’s personal struggles and great courage spurred the South African revolution that changed the way the world looked at Africa.

Is a reptile or amphibian the right pet for me? Some reptiles can be held, while many amphibians are just for watching. Some eat plants, while others need meat. This book can help you pick the pet that is best for you and your family. The American Humane Association has approved the top 10 reptiles and amphibians, which are listed alphabetically.

What dog should I choose? Dogs come in all different sizes and colors. Some are big, while some are small. Some like to play, while others like to cuddle. This book can help you pick the pet that is best for you and your family. The American Humane Association has approved the top 10 dogs, which are listed alphabetically.

This book follows the life of Jim Bowie from his childhood on the American frontier to his courageous death at the Alamo. Highlighting the spirit of adventure that led Bowie to Mexico and involved him in the war for Texas independence, author Ann Graham Gaines examines the personal side of this legendary frontiersman.

What kind of small mammal should I choose? Rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and other small mammals may all be cute and fuzzy, but each animal is special. The American Humane Association has approved the top 10 small mammals, which are listed alphabetically.

This book explores the geography, climate, history, people, government, and economy of Mississippi. All books in the It's My State! ® series are the definitive research tool for readers looking to know the ins and outs of a specific state, including comprehensive coverage of its history, people, culture, geography, economy and government.

The titles in this popular series includes a variety of features that will help students learn about the state of the Aloha State. All books in the It's My State! � series are the definitive research tool for readers looking to know the ins and outs of a specific state, including comprehensive coverage of its history, people, culture, geography, economy and government.

"Read about the music, stars, clothes, contracts, and world of hip-hop music"--Provided by publisher.

These volumes feature the history and purposes of some of the United States' most important government agencies through enlightening prose and carefully chosen photographs, engravings, and paintings.

Readers will be captivated by the remarkable accomplishments and riveting personalities featured in these biographies on the United States' greatest presidents. Concise writing, illustrated presidential timelines, and detailed sidebars tell the inside story of the men who shaped our great nation. An informative, illustrated appendix summarizes both the office of the presidency and the individual president's life, highlighting many interesting facts certain to fascinate readers.

Profiles the man who served as the third president of the United States, but who hoped to be remembered first as the author of the Declaration of Independence.

The Our Presidents series--today's standard for presidential biographies--offers a unique glimpse of the world through the eyes of our leaders. Each of these books is as unique as the person it portrays, featuring personal recollections of childhood and explaining how crucial decisions made history. This collection is a fact-packed resource on America's presidents--not just the most familiar leaders. Intended for middle and upper elementary students, each book will help foster pride, patriotism, and in-depth knowledge of American history.

The Our Presidents series--today's standard for presidential biographies--offers a unique glimpse of the world through the eyes of our leaders. Each of these books is as unique as the person it portrays, featuring personal recollections of childhood and explaining how crucial decisions made history. This collection is a fact-packed resource on America's presidents--not just the most familiar leaders. Intended for middle and upper elementary students, each book will help foster pride, patriotism, and in-depth knowledge of American history.

Examines the cultural movement that historians today refer to as the Harlem Renaissance. Out of this era emerged such well-known voices as Alain Locke, Langston Hughes, Zora Neale Hurston, Marcus Garvey, W.E.B. Dubois, and Duke Ellington among others.

Recounts the life of the colonial statesman, merchant, and patriot who became prominent during the American Revolution.

A biography of actress Melissa Joan Hart from her childhood to "Sabrina the teenage witch" to vice president of her own production company.

Describes the events leading up to the Louisiana Purchase and its impact on United States history.

A biography of the man who founded Wendy's, one of the nation's largest restaurant chains.

Examines the development of telecommunication satellites and discusses their many uses.