Most Popular Books by Gloria Skurzynski

In a future world where global contamination has necessitated limited human contact, three young people with unique genetically engineered abilities are teamed up to wage a war in virtual reality.

A novel of the Pied Piper legend told from the standpoint of a 14-year-old baker''s assistant who dreams of freedom from his harsh medieval life and of a new life with the piper.

Previously published as "The Revolt" and "The Choice," this bind-up finds the virtual battle spilling into the real world, when Corgan is challenged by Brigand, the product of a clone experiment gone wrong.

An adventurous rescue set in the time of medieval knights, castles, bandits, and music. Before their father returns to France from the Crusades, daring Alice and musical Roger set off on their own journey: to find their long-lost uncle. But on the way, the siblings are kidnapped and locked in an ancient hidden tower. To finish their quest, they need to escape—and fast! Can Alice use her courage to slip away and find help? And can Roger use his musical talents to guide her back before it’s too late? History Stepping Stones now feature updated content that emphasizes Common Core and today’s renewed interest in nonfiction. Perfect for home, school, and library bookshelves!

This is the poignant story of the friendship between two boys, Hank Kerner and Bazyli Radichevych, called Billy Radish, set in the steel town of Canaan, Pennsylvania, in 1917. Thge boys are very different, for while Hank considers himself all-American, Billy is a Ukrainian immigrant straddling two cultures. As World War I rages overseas, both boys are faced with some difficult questions.

Earth''s population has been decimated by disease, and fourteen-year-old Corgan, genetically engineered to be the perfect warrior, plays an important part in the impending virtual war alongside his partner, the beautiful Sharla.

Eleven-year-old Kevin finds himself alone and lost in the Utah desert, with only his wits to help him survive.

A baby whale is the latest mammal stranded on the beaches of Acadia National Park. When the Landons run to get help, they don’t notice Bindy Callister slip away. When they track her down, she’s acting strange—she knows the strandings are no accident. She even knows those responsible. But she’s too scared to tell. Time is running out; and now the kids too are in real danger—unless Bindy talks!

Having won the Virtual War for the Western Hemisphere Federation, fifteen-year-old Corgan finds himself raising a clone of the young mutant genius who helped him win before dying.

Twelve-year-old Jack and his younger sister visit Mesa Verde National Park, where they delve into the park''s history while gradually uncovering the mysterious past of their family''s teenage foster child Lucky.

Tired and disillusioned, Corgan tries living a more peaceful life on Nuku Hiva, but soon must confront his nemesis, Brigand, for the last time.

Bim becomes the hero of the hour when evil Weevil Sneekins makes off with the moving van which holds all the Dooley family''s earthly possesions.

Visiting Zion National Park with his family, twelve-year-old Jack encounters two mysteries, the strange behavior of a band of wild mustangs and the possibly sinister actions of his new foster brother, a Shoshone boy.

While lost in a tunnel at Carlsbad Cavern, thirteen-year-old Jack, eleven-year-old Ashley, and their eight-year-old foster brother, Sam, think bats and darkness are their worst problems, until they stumble across thieves.

Andrew Otter makes a few mistakes before he learns how to be honest and tactful at the same time.

Twelve-year-old Jack, his younger sister, and the family''s teenage foster child Troy go to Yellowstone National Park, where Jack''s mother, a wildlife veterinarian, is investigating the report that wolves reintroduced to the park have killed a dog there.

An adolescent must choose between the mills and his education.

The Landon family makes a trip to Death Valley National Park accompanied by a mysterious new foster child, fourteen-year-old Leesa Sherman.

Justin and Gina are cousins and the same but no two people are less alike.

Because he is a young mute person who can hear, Aran becomes involved in the adventures of Eloise and Abelard, France''s most famous lovers, who lived during the twelfth century.

Jack and Ashley go exploring in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park with Danny, a young Vietnamese-American boy on his way to live with his grandfather in Chicago. The trio are chased by a mysterious woman in red along Devastation Trail. Ashley is convinced the woman is Pele, the volcano goddess.

Examines the ways humans have measured time throughout history and discusses the various units that are used to keep track of it.

Twelve-year-old Jack and his younger sister visit Mesa Verde National Park, where they delve into the park''s history while gradually uncovering the mysterious past of their family''s teenage foster child Lucky.

While she studies condors in the Grand Canyon a scientist''s life is threatened, and the strange, hostile, teenage computer whiz in her family''s foster care might be involved.

The Landons uncover the mystery of dying manatees and learn about the natural environment of Everglades National Park.

Something in the Virgin Islands National Park is destroying the coral reefs and causing the hawksbill sea turtle to disappear--and the Landons are trying to figure out what. Jack and Ashley soon become involved with the son of a U.S. diplomat who is anxious to save an island woman. What secret do they share? Includes a park map.

Explains the scientific principles and technology involved in telephone calls and facsimile transmissions and discusses future possibilities in telecommunications.

Only when he finally reaches adolescence does a boy, living in medieval Poland, realize people think he is a werewolf.

Visiting Zion National Park with his family, twelve-year-old Jack encounters two mysteries, the strange behavior of a band of wild mustangs and the possibly sinister actions of his new foster brother, a Shoshone boy.

Details Corgan''s escape, with Sharla, Ananda, and Cyborg, from Brigand to outerspace.

While standing on a mountain, Caitlin and her friend see a fireball and investigate.

Traces the careers of three women involved in public land management and outlines opportunities for those interested in this field.

Someone is stealing the Science Club pets and Caitlin soon discovers something interesing about the thefts and a new club member.

The Landons are in the Caribbean, in Virgin Islands National Park, to figure out what is destroying the coral reefs and causing the hawksbill sea turtle to disappear. Jack and Ashley find themselves hopelessly entangled in the mysterious life of Forrest Winthrop IV, the adopted son of a U.S. diplomat. Why is he so anxious to save an island woman named Cimmaron? What secret do they share? Follow the action to Jumbie Bay and see what the full moon reveals.

Who was that man in the Park Service uniform who brought Jack and Ashley Landon into the wilds of Alaska’s Denali National Park along with their friend Nicky Milano? Whoever he was, he has given them a dogsled ride to certain death unless somebody finds them soon. Their troubles are about to get a whole heap deeper as the first rumblings of an avalanche turn into a deafening roar!

In this fast-paced adventure, the Landons trail a wounded wolf in Yellowstone National Park. The park is abuzz with rumors of a wolf attack. Meanwhile, a killer stalks the woods. Unaware of the danger, Jack and Ashley are more concerned about rebellious teenage foster child, Troy Haverson. From the opening moments at Old Faithful through 48 action-packed hours, the tension builds: What is lodged in the wolf''s radio collar? And what is the meaning of the Native American story of Sin-a-Wavi? A heady mix of suspense, adventure, and moments of tenderness lure readers into this story of kids discovering the natural world. The book''s afterword, by Yellowstone''s Michael K. Phillips, explores the park''s Wolf Restoration Program. National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources. Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.

A history of rockets and rocket science, from the Chinese discovery of gunpowder to the development of nuclear spacecraft and rockets that sail on the solar winds.