New Releases by Jessica Gunderson

After first hunting pirates, Captain William Kidd turned outlaw himself in the lates 1690s and led his crew to plunder, eventually burying his ill-gotten treasure. With accessible hi-lo text and dynamic graphic novel storytelling, readers can learn more about the exploits of this infamous pirate.

In the early 1700s, Anne Bonny defied her father, left her husband, and set sail to become a fierce pirate of the Caribbean! With accessible hi-lo text and dynamic graphic novel storytelling, readers can learn more about the adventures of this real female pirate.

Blinding snow and piercing wind whip at YOU. An ordinary day has turned into a life-or-death survival. How will you stay warm? Can you find shelter? And will you be able to get help before it''s too late? It''s time to make some difficult choices. With some smart decision making and a little luck, perhaps you''ll be able to survive being lost in a snowstorm!

Little is known about Edward Teach''s life before he became known as the fearsome pirate Blackbeard. But during the Golden Age of Piracy, he ruled the seas along the coast of the North American colonies and beyond. Learn more about Blackbeard''s adventures and how he became one of the most infamous--and feared--pirate captains of all time in a graphic novel filled with deception, plunder, and more.

Today, the right to vote might seem like an obvious part of our democracy. But the struggle for this basic right goes back hundreds of years. Take a tour through the ages to meet the people who shaped our current elections and voting rights. Get the hottest tips on how history was made in this fun graphic novel.

Life isn''t easy when you''re cursed with a headful of snakes for hair. Medusa knows that better than anyone. But she didn''t start out in such a state. What happened? Who''s to blame? And who''s the real hero? Find out in this modern, action-packed graphic retelling of a classic Greek myth.

Theseus is bold. He''s brave. And he''s about to go head-to-head with a mythological monster. Yikes! But Theseus has no fear. He heads into the labyrinth to face the minotaur--a monster that''s half-man, half-bull--with only a magical ball of string to guide him. Find out if Theseus makes it out of the maze alive in this modern, graphic retelling of a classic Greek myth.

Throughout his three years as a pirate, Bartholomew Roberts--aka Black Bart--ruled the Atlantic Ocean. He plundered more than 400 ships in three years, making him one of the most successful captains of piracy''s golden age. Learn how Roberts went from a humble farmer to Black Bart, daring pirate of the Atlantic, in this graphic novel filled with danger, deceit, and high-seas adventure.

An interactive Civil War adventure where the reader determines their fate during a daring escape from a Confederate prison.

Hades, king of the Underworld, has his eyes on a potential bride--Persephone. When he forces her to live with him, Persephone''s mother, the goddess of nature, is not happy. Soon, Earth falls into ruin. In order to set things right, the Greek gods and goddesses must make a compromise. Learn Persephone''s story in this modern, graphic retelling of a classic Greek myth.

No one holds a grudge like Zeus, king of the gods. So when Prometheus steals fire to give to humans, Zeus is determined to get revenge. He sends Pandora--the first mortal woman--to Earth with a box labeled DO NOT OPEN. Can Pandora keep her curiosity under control? Learn the story behind this classic Greek myth in a modern, graphic retelling.

In the early 1940s, during World War II, Germany''s Nazi regime expanded into neighboring European countries. In France, groups of anti-Nazi citizens, known as the French Resistance, fought to stop Germany''s reign of terror. A brave woman named Nancy Wake became one of the movement''s greatest assets as a spy. In her role, Wake often transported Jews to safe locations and rode her bicycle through German checkpoints to deliver messages and supplies. For her ability to avoid capture, the enemy nicknamed her the "White Mouse." In this full-color graphic novel, discover more about this fearless woman who faced the enemies of World War II.

In 1944 in Hartford, Connecticut, twelve-year-old Audrey dreams of being an aerialist like her heroes, the Flying Wallendas, and so she is excited to go to Ringling Brothers circus with her six-year-old twin sisters; but at the show a fire breaks out, and as the crowd starts to panic Audrey struggles to reach her sisters--she gets Patty out, but Charlotte, afraid of heights, refuses to jump from the higher seats, and disappears as the big top comes crashing down.

In September 1900, the people of Galveston, Texas, knew a storm was coming. But they''d experienced storms before and didn''t think much of it. However, the hurricane that hit on September 8 was more powerful and damaging than anybody expected. Will you find a way to survive the storm and write about the experience for the local newspaper? Can you find a way to save your family''s business and the customers inside when the storm hits? Will you rescue a young woman who is floating by on the detached roof of a house in the middle of the storm? With dozens of possible choices, it''s up to YOU to find a way to survive through one of the deadliest storms in history.

On April 14, 1865, only days after the Civil War had come to a close, a gunshot rang out in Ford''s Theatre and President Abraham Lincoln slumped forward in his seat. Hours later, the United States had lost its leader. Now readers can step back in time to learn about what led up to the assassination plot, how the fateful evening unfolded, and the ways in which one tragic day changed America forever.

Some of the most important American industries and ideas stem from people born outside the United States. Immigrants have had major influence on daily life in the United States, from how Americans search the internet and use their phones to the clothes they wear and the buildings in which they live. Meet 25 immigrants who built empires as artists, scientists, writers, musicians, inventors, and entrepreneurs.

Revisit the tale of Hansel and Gretel. Left in the woods, the two encounter a witch. Will the brother and sister find their way out of the forest safely, or be left at the hands of the witch?

The site of not only the signing of the Declaration of Independence but also the signing of the U.S. Constitution, Independence Hall could not be more appropriately named. Engaging facts and photos give young report writers a comprehensive tour of this American symbol, from early building blueprints to its relevance in today''s world

"Ida Lewis spent a lifetime on the water, starting when her family moved the island of Lime Rock in 1857 for her father''s job as lighthouse keeper. By age 15, Ida was the best swimmer in Newport, Rhode Island. And when her father suffers a stroke, Ida herself takes over as keeper of the lighthouse. But guarding the shore also means guarding the water. And when Ida spots four local boys in danger on the water, she knows she must take action, the boys'' lives depend on it"--

OF COURSE you think we were evil, spiteful fairies, cursing the poor princess with a forever sleep. You don''t know the other side of the story. Well, let us tell you.

"Revisit the tale of Beauty and the Beast. Beauty''s father gets lost in the woods and stumbles onto a castle. He reaches for a rose to bring to his daughter--but there''s a price. Will Beauty win her freedom, or be trapped in the Beast''s castle forever?"--

So much more than a structure honoring the life and work of one man, U.S. president Abraham Lincoln, the Lincoln Memorial has become an enduring American symbol of strength and unity. Young report writers will learn why and how the memorial was built, and what its many parts mean, thanks to accessible, factual text and vibrant photos.

When election season starts, the race is on! But what do campaigns, candidates, polls, and the Electoral College have to do with voting for our nation''s leaders? Using engaging, age-appropriate language and colorful photos, readers decipher the complex electoral process and learn how to get involved in the next election. Fully translated Spanish text.

Retells, in Spanish, the classic German version of the fairy tale of a girl and a wolf, along with similar tales from Italy and Taiwan.

Retells, in Spanish, the classic German version of Snow White, together with three similar tales--Marigo of the Forty Dragons from Albania, The unnatural mother and the girl with a star on her forehead from Mozambique, and The magic needle from Turkey.

Kamilla has a wonderful singing voice, but she does not want to sign up for the school musical because she sees herself as overweight, so can exercise and the support of her family and friends help her overcome her negative image and lead her to the starring role her talent demands?

Includes a note by the author, with a glossary and discussion questions.

Benedict Arnold may be the most prominent villain in United States history. But was he the truly evil man that American folklore has made him out to be? In the beginning of the American Revolution, he was a staunch patriot and military hero, but by the end of the war his frustration led him to betray his nation. The bad reputation that resulted has lived on in infamy.

In this epic graphic novel, follow the dramatic story ofÊ the Lewis and Clark expedition. In 1804, these two explorers, along with their "Corps of Discovery," traversed the unmapped American West, leading to scientific discoveries, interactions with Native nations, and route to the Pacific Ocean. Dramatic illustrations and fast-paced text provide a "you-are-there" experience. With extensive back matter, including a bibliography, extended reading list, glossary, and further Internet sources, young readers will gobble up this action-packed comic book about one of history''s most compelling moments.