New Releases by Joanne Mattern

Bulgaria is a unique country with a varied history and an exciting modern persona. This book examines Bulgariau0092s past as well as how it functions in todayu0092s political and global climate. It gives an in-depth overview of the various aspects that make up the country, including its geography, economy, traditions, customs, and celebrations. Full of colorful photographs and up-to-date information about the country, this is an excellent resource for readers eager to learn about other parts of the world.

Audie Murphy was a dirt-poor Texas farm boy without a future. He spent much of his childhood working at low-paying jobs and hunting to keep his family from starving. Audie''s future looked bleak--until the United States entered World War II. Audie lied about his age to join the army, and soon this baby-faced soldier was fighting in Europe. Audie became a fearless leader and the most decorated combat soldier in American history. His war experiences became a popular book and movie, and Audie went on to a career as a Hollywood star. However, the story of America''s most honored soldier is not what it seems to be. Audie may have been a hero, but his war experiences affected his life long after the shooting stopped. Find out the fact and fiction about this war hero and movie star and learn the true story of Audie Murphy.

In this title, unwrap the life of talented McDonald''s restaurants builder, Ray Kroc! Readers will enjoy getting the scoop on this Food Dude, beginning with his childhood in Oak Park, Illinois. Students can follow Kroc''s success story from his education at Oak Park and River Forest High School to his careers with WGES radio station, the Lily-Tulip Cup Company, and the Malt-A-Mixer Company. Kroc''s family and his retirement years are also highlighted. Engaging text familiarizes readers with topics of interest including the original McDonald''s in San Bernardino, California, menu developments, and Ronald McDonald House Charities. An entertaining sidebar, a helpful timeline, a glossary, and an index, supplement the historical and color photos showcased in this inspiring biography. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Extraordinary environments endure through the efforts of conservationists such as Marjory Stoneman Douglas. In this engaging biography, readers will learn about Douglas''s childhood in Massachusetts, her family life and college days at Wellesley College, and her marriage to newspaper editor Kenneth Douglas. Douglas''s move to Florida began her writing career as a journalist at the Miami Herald and later as a freelance writer. It also introduced her to the Everglades, which would become her favorite place and the subject of her first book, The Everglades: River of Grass. Readers will learn about Douglas''s efforts to save the Everglades from pollution, degradation, and development, including establishing the Friends of the Everglades. Douglas was named Conservationist of the Year two times on her way to earning the Presidential Medal of Freedom and being enshrined in the National Women''s Hall of Fame. Today, the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Award is awarded to people who fight to protect America''s National Parks. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This Level 3 book introduces and examines the different aspects of baseball. Students will develop word recognition and reading skills while learning about the history and rules of baseball, as well as how to play the game. Additional text features and search tools, including a glossary and an index, help students locate and review important information.

This book arouses the curiosity of children as they learn how farmers care for horses and what benefits we get from these large farm animals.

Make It 100! teaches how to count to 100 by ones, fives, and tens.

"Describes the history, physical features, and care of the Ragdoll cat breed"--Provided by publisher.

Known as the u0093Prairie Stateu0094 and the u0093Land of Lincoln,u0094 Illinois is a fascinating state for students to study. This book covers all the basics that students need to know about the twenty-first state: The book includes chapters on the land, history, government, and major industries. There is also a chapter on notable people from the state, including famous figures from Abraham Lincoln to Barack Obama. Every chapter contains a sidebar devoted to the theme u0093Illinois Past and Presentu0094 which brings to life a moment from Illinoisu0092 past and compares it to the present day. A timeline of important events and a listing of key facts about Illinois are also included.

In this title, unwrap the lives of talented Milky Way bars and M&M''s makers, Frank Mars and Forrest Mars Sr.! Readers will enjoy getting the scoop on this Food Dude family, beginning with Frank''s childhood in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Students can follow his success story from making candy with his mother as a boy to his establishment of the Mar-O-Bar Company. Forrest Sr.''s childhood is also highlighted, from his childhood in Canada and college experience at Berkeley to his reunion with Frank and the conception of the Milky Way bar. Engaging text familiarizes readers with topics of interest including the M&M''s story, other Mars Inc. acquisitions and brand developments, and Mars privacy and family life. An entertaining sidebar, a helpful timeline, a glossary, and an index, supplement the historical and color photos showcased in this inspiring biography. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

Discover the geography, government, economy, and culture of Washington DC. This book covers the cityÍs history from Pierre Charles LÍEnfantÍs design though The War of 1812, to September 11, 2001 to today. The cityÍs location on the Potomac River is discussed, as well as the metros in Virginia and Maryland. The cityÍs cultural diversity is covered, as are neighborhoods such a Georgetown. Historic landmarks such as the U.S. Capitol, White House, and Library of Congress are highlighted, as are the Smithsonian Institution and other National Mall monuments. Informative sidebars, bold glossary terms, and an index accompany engaging text and interactive graphic elements. Includes timeline, maps, index, and glossary.

"A brief introduction to water spiders, including their habitat, food, and life cycle"--Provided by publisher.

"Simple text and photographs present orangutans, how they look, where they live, and what they do"--Provided by publisher.

King cobras slither across the ground. Learn all about these venomous snakes and their habitats in King Cobras.

Simple text and photographs present geckos, how they look, where they live, and what they do.

"A brief introduction to rattlesnakes, including their habitat, food, and life cycle"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the physical characteristics and behavior of boa constrictors.

This book introduces young readers to the life of Barbara Bush, beginning with her childhood in Rye, New York. Readers will become familiar with her caring personality as they learn about her marriage to George Bush in the wake of World War II, her life as a young mother near the oil fields of Midland, Texas, and her hardships such as losing a child to leukemia. Details of Mrs. Bush''s years as a political wife are also discussed, which include her time as First Lady when she supported children, the homeless, and her campaign for family literacy. Informative sidebars and full-color photos accompany easy-to-read, engaging text. Includes timeline, fun facts, index, and glossary.

Provides information about triceratops, including what they ate, how they interacted with one another, and how they defended themselves.

Provides information about velociraptors, the way they hunted, and how they interacted with one another.

This book explains what a bat does during the day and describes the specific adaptations that help it navigate at night.

Provides information about stegosaurus such as how it used its spiked tail as a weapon and how the plates on its back helped to keep it warm.

Discusses the use of math while baking chocolate chip cookies.

Discusses dinosaurs that had wings or fins, and explains how these attributes benefited those dinosaurs.

Discusses how some dinosaurs benefited from having spikes or long necks.

Discusses the life of Andy Warhol and describes his unique style of art.

Introduces the sport of orienteering, in which competitors use compasses and maps to navigate a racecourse, usually through the woods, trying to find the best route and finish in the fastest time.

Discusses the history, development, habits and care of American shorthair cats. Includes photo diagram and general facts about cats.

Discusses the history, development, habits, and care of Siamese cats. Includes photo diagram and general facts about cats.

Details the characteristics, habitats, and life cycle of the coyote. Includes photo diagram.