Most Popular Books by Kathy Furgang

"Facts, photos, and fun that will blow your mind!"--Cover.

All you need to know about money can be found in the pages of this colorful, energetic, and accessible book. Kids will also learn about money around the world from a National Geographic expert, featured in "Explorer''s Corners" throughout the book. Packed with fun facts and amazing photographs, this book gives kids an in-depth look at this facinating and important topic. National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources. Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.

Clean water should be a basic human right. However, there are still 785 million people in the world today who are living without access to safe water. Each year, nearly 1 million people die from water-related illnesses. Your readers will examine the global water crisis. They will learn how the water crisis evolved and about its impact on people, the environment, and the future of our planet. Through studying emerging efforts to solve this important issue and observing real-life examples of young activists, readers will be inspired to become the environmental advocates that Earth needs to ensure a healthy future for all.

Learn all about wildfires—how they happen, why they''re important, and when they''re dangerous—in this fascinating level 3 reader. It''s sure to ignite your interest, with color photographs, interesting facts, and more.

One of America''s bestselling children''s book authors cartooned his way to fame. This accessible, easy-to-follow book about Diary of a Wimpy Kid author, Jeff Kinney, offers fascinating facts about the creator''s life and work. From his time as a cartoonist for his college newspaper to his international fame as an author, Kinney has stayed dedicated to the art of storytelling. Millions of children around the world have enjoyed the antics of Kinney''s lovable middle school character, Greg Heffley. It''s not just doodling. Kinney''s humorous work has captured the hearts of kids everywhere, and has them reading, too.

Since the late 1990s, Leonardo DiCaprio has been the most prominent celebrity environmental activist in the United States. This book takes a closer look at the events in DiCapriou0092s life that led him to become to be an activist and also discusses his current environmental activities. In addition, the book examines DiCapriou0092s recent environmental film, The Eleventh Hour, and looks ahead to future environment-related projects the young screen star has lined up.

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This book explores the life of Pope Francis, a Roman Catholic pope of many firsts. He is the first Jesuit pope, the first from the Americas, and even the first from the Southern Hemisphere. This thoughtful and insightful book discusses the pope''s early life as Jorge Mario Bergoglio and his work as a chemical technologist and nightclub bouncer before studying to become a priest. The book''s focus will be on his concern for and work with the poor, and his outreach to people of different faiths.

Today, whether it’s banks, governments, schools, or businesses, they all store data digitally. Keeping our personal details off the internet is nearly impossible. While it’s difficult to avoid having some personal information online, readers can take steps to secure it from prying eyes. This guide provides common-sense tips about how to avoid online theft and the mining of data by advertisers and others. In easy-to-follow steps, readers will also learn how to safeguard their computers and other digital devices. With this guide, readers can keep their private info private.

Profiles the life of Robert R. Livingston and explains the role he played in the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

We take it for granted every day, but clean water is one of the most important resources we have. This behind-the-scenes look at where our water comes from and where it goes after we use it gives readers a fascinating look at how our cities and towns are structured. Readers will be given a stimulating look at our sewage systems and wastewater treatment plants, which track the water through the system. A follow-up activity encourages readers to track their water usage for a week to emphasize the importance of clean water.

Profiles the life and career of John Adams, the representative from Massachusetts who was a major participant in the creation of the Declaration of Independence.

This visual and instructive look at satellite maps and street maps helps readers understand the symbols, road markings, and land features of these types of maps. Concentration on a smaller area helps readers really study them carefully. A follow-up activity encourages readers to draw their own street map of their town or neighborhood.

This story is about the importance of research before making predictions about the weather.

This book is about how Rosa Parks, Dr. Martin Luther King, and the Montgomery Bus Boycott helped change segregation laws.