Best Selling Books by Eric Braun

Curious Pearl and her friend Sal decide to form a band and make music for the talent contest. As they experiment with different instruments, Pearl sees an opportunity to teach Sal all about sound.

Make the mythology of ancient Greece come to life through stories of adventure, magical powers, and family battles. Discover the Greek gods and goddesses and the powers they used to control and change the world. There''s Zeus, the king of the gods, who ruled the sky, and Poseidon, the god and ruler of the seas, plus many more. Dramatic photos and illustrations, plus sidebars, facts, and infographics help uncover how these myths influenced the culture and daily life of ancient Greece.

Curious Pearl''s friend is missing the birds that had nested in his yard. Where did they go? Pearl and her friend investigate, and in the process, they find out about migration.

Tom Brady is the star quarterback for the New England Patriots. He''s led his team to more division titles than any other quarterback in National Football League (NFL) history. He also has four Super Bowl victories. Tom Brady is a sports legend, but his life off the field is just as fascinating. Learn all about how he became a sports megastar, how he stays healthy and fit, what he does for fun, how he relaxes at home, and much more.

Aaron Burr led a controversial life, but was this founding father really the villain history makes him out to be? From vice president to killing Alexander Hamilton to being accused of treason, his fall from grace was drastic. Burr began his political career with great promise, but a series of choices led to a dismal downfall.

- Full-color photographs - Table of contents, glossary, bibliography, index - Reinforced library binding - 32 pages, size: 7" x 9" - Fast-paced but easy-to-read text - Quotations from primary sources - Additional information sections - www.FactHound.com Internet sites

"Describes various tips, activities, and useful information for making life in the city more fun and interesting"--

Simple text and photographs present the life of Maurice Sendak.

Odd are that you are among the 75 percent of the U.S. population who use social media. Many people consider it a lifeline to staying connected to friends and staying relevant to the world. But there''s a dark side as well. How much social media use is healthy? What happens when trolls take over? Where do you go for help? Delve into the pros and cons of social media and how to make smart decisions about managing your online life.

Presents a short biography of Mae Jemison who became the first African American woman astronaut.

Science is in full effect in unforgettable soccer plays by Cristiano Ronaldo, Alessia Russo, Gordon Banks, Pelé, and Diego Maradona.

Relates the life of John Chapman, known as Johnny Appleseed, who is famed for his distribution of apple seeds and trees across America.

Discusses the main concerns of the protest movements of the 1960s, and how those have evolved since; what''s changed for the better, what might be worse, and where do we go from here.

"Make the mythology of ancient Rome come to life for young readers through engaging stories and dramatic photos and illustrations. Discover the gods and goddesses behind the myths and the powers they used to control and change the world. There''s Jupiter, the king of the gods who ruled the sky, and Neptune, the god and ruler of the seas, plus many more. Sidebars, facts, and help uncover how these myths influenced the culture and daily life of ancient Rome."--Publisher''s description.

Simply worded biography of the first African American woman to become an airplane pilot.

Practical—and fun—tips for starting and growing friendships. Life is better with a friend. That’s true for everyone. Some kids have lots of friends. Others have a few. Either way is great! Make a Friend, Be a Friend helps young readers find ways to—you guessed it!—make friends and be a better friend. That doesn’t mean making and being friends is a snap. Even though it’s natural, it doesn’t always feel that way. The ideas in this book can help. Children learn: how to find and make friends ways to show you want to be a friend how to be a good friend what to do when times get tough A special feature, What Would You Do? A Story Starring YOU, invites readers to practice making friends and solving friendship problems. Includes a glossary of terms at the back of the book to equip and empower children with the vocabulary they need. Little Laugh & Learn Series Self-help, kid-style! Kids ages six to nine can tote these handy guides anywhere and boost their skills. With practical advice, silly jokes, fun illustrations, and a kid-centric point of view, these books are the go-to for help with everything, from triumphing over teasing to learning to be a fantastic friend to becoming a self-confidence superstar, and more!

An in-depth and fascinating study of one of Hollywood''s most popular icons - fully updated and including previously unreleased pictures. Doris Day is almost always portrayed as the sunny, squeaky-clean girl next door. This wholesome image kept her at the top for twenty-four years and thirty-nine films. But behind the effervescent, ever-cheerful image that Doris Day portrayed through dozens of classic Hollywood movies was an extraordinary story of private pain. Her dazzling smile hid a tormented personal life that included four marriages, and a terrifying accident that nearly ended her life. And yet for generations of movie-goers Doris Day remained the embodiment of innocent beauty and apple-pie homeliness, and even today she exerts a powerful fascination for millions of fans around the world.