New Releases by Elizabeth Raum

Oliver's family says he is ordinary, unlike the rest of them, who have extraordinary talents. He believes he will never measure up. But then a new friend brings many new experiences, and a recognition of the talents he does possess. When a magical kazoo gives him the superpower to turn invisible, Ollie must decide if being ordinary is the path he wants to keep.

SOS! What would you do if you were stranded in the middle of the ocean, with no way to get home? How long could you survive? Find out what actual survivors did in these true tales of being lost at sea.

From moldy food and dirt covered clothes to poisonous pests and extreme weather, American colonists had a dreadful time in the New World. Get ready to explore the nasty side of life in the 13 American Colonies.

"Unrest was growing in the thirteen colonies and Massachusetts was a hotbed of revolt, especially in light of the Boston Tea Party. The British king and Parliament were considering various ways to quell the rebellion, leading to the Intolerable Acts. The colonists hold the First and Second Continental Congresses, war breaks out, and the Declaration of Independence is written. Readers dive into this history and make choices throughout that affect the outcome of the story"--

Examines the causes, writing, and effects of the Tenth Amendment of the Bill of Rights, which protects the rights of states. Includes critical thinking questions, photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

How many girls your age have a social media account? What are the most popular social media websites? How many followers does the average teen have? Find the answers to these questions and more while learning how to make a statement on social media!

Although she never grew more than three feet tall, Lavinia Warren became a teacher, a world traveler, an entertainer, and friend to many powerful figures. This biography chronicles her life, including her famous marriage to Charles Stratton, aka "Tom Thumb." Photos.

How long is four score and seven years? Just what are unalienable rights? These translations make important historical documents meaningful. Each book translates the work of a primary source into a language you can understand.

Everything in this book happened to real people. And YOU CHOOSE what side youÍre on and what you do next. The choices you make could lead you to survival or to death. In the You Choose Books set, only YOU can CHOOSE which path you take through history. What will it be? Get ready for an adventureƒ

What are fossil fuels? How does a biogas digester work? What are the disadvantages of fossil fuels? 'Fueling the Future' asks the questions that young people want answered. Each chapter contains a different question, so readers can develop their knowledge.

"In You Choose format, explores the Revolutionary War from the perspectives of spies on both the British and American sides"--

Delve into fascinating time periods! This series allows readers to explore different times and places in history from different perspectives. The narrative format, suspenseful action, and path navigation keep readers reading!

"In You Choose format, explores the Revolutionary War from the perspectives of colonists, British soldiers, militia soldiers, and foreigners"--

South Korea offers complete coverage of this fascinating country, including sections on history, geography, wildlife, infrastructure and government, and culture. It also includes a detailed fact file, maps and charts, and a traceable flag.

Learn about the Declaration of Independence, one of the most significant documents in U.S. history. Find out about those who were involved in its creation and why studying this primary source is so important.

This book helps children to develop critical thinking and debating skills. It examines the topic of advertising in a lively and accessible way. Information is presented to help readers deliberate, debate, and decide for themselves. The book looks at the power of advertising: how it works, the pros and cons, the impact of consumerism and how advertising affects our daily lives.

"Describes the disgusting details about daily life in several historical eras, including housing, food, and sanitation"--

"Featuring a special note from Jimmy Carter"--Cover.

What types of challenges and choices were faced by World War II soldiers? Find yourself in the midst of the action in The World War II Soldier Experience. Storm the beaches of Normandy on D-Day, face kamikaze attacks in the Pacific Ocean, and sweat in the blistering heat of battle in the North African desert. With 148 choices and 69 possible endings, The World War II Soldier Experience will put you on the front lines of World War II.

Explains what the Mayflower Compact was, its importance in U.S. history, and the people involved in its creation.

Real-life stories of young people helping others in need.

Anchors aweigh! World War II is raging in the Pacific and the Atlantic Oceans. You're at sea, fighting for your country as a sailor. Will you: Serve in the German Navy and attempt to survive the sinking of the Bismarck? Storm Experience the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor as a U.S. Marine? Omaha Beach in an American Navy landing craft on D-Day?

This book briefly examines the history, people, and environment of the country of North Korea.

Recounts the impact of hurricanes through personal narratives of different children who survived four major hurricanes of the past, with descriptions of some of the efforts being made to protect areas from future hurricanes.

You're a meteorology student fascinated by storms. But Mother Nature can be unpredictable. Situations can quickly turn deadly when extreme weather is involved. What do you do when, You're in a van full of people and a tornado suddenly appears to be headed right for you? A hurricane gains strength along the Florida coast but you're unable to convince people to leave their homes? A flash flood suddenly strikes, putting you and your friends and family in mortal danger? Experience the life or death dilemmas that face storm chasers. YOU CHOOSE what you'll do next. The choices you make will either lead you to safety or to doom.

This book briefly examines the history, people, and environment of the country of Costa Rica.

This book follows the development of homes through the centuries, from ancient times to today.

From ancient times to today humans have searched for methods to make their work easier. Learn about the developments and historical context of different tools and machinery that have helped make people more productive and enabled them to enjoy more leisure time.