Christy Mihaly

Explores the fascinating world of apps. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, sidebars, and a "How It Works" feature, the book provides an inspiring look at this exciting technology.

Introduces readers to what biomass power is, how it is used today and how it might be used in the future, and the benefits and drawbacks of this energy source. Additional features include a table of contents, infographics to help readers learn more about the topic, sidebars, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

This title will help young readers discover how a little education, practice, and networking can bring their cosplay game to the next level. Part acting, part design, and part promotion, becoming a professional cosplayer will also result in many friends and admirers, not to mention sparkling LEDs, brilliant metalwork, and perfectly spiked hair. Readers from grades seven through twelve will learn from an age-appropriate perspective about how much fun...

GRADES 1-4: Elementary-aged readers will explore the role of a mayor in this 24-page nonfiction social studies book! An easy-to-read Q&A format provides basic information about a mayor's job, authority, and everyday functions. GOVERNMENT BOOK FOR KIDS: Mayors can make a big difference in shaping our laws and our communities. They are some of the people who are responsible for governing the United States. But what exactly is a mayor? What is a mayor's...

GRADES 1-4: Elementary-aged readers will explore the role of a congressperson in this 24-page nonfiction social studies book! An easy-to-read Q&A format provides basic information about a congressperson's job, authority, and everyday functions. GOVERNMENT BOOK FOR KIDS: Congressmen and congresswomen can make a big difference in shaping our laws and our communities. What is your congressperson's job? How does your representative in Congress get...

Explore the past, present, and future of California's Redwood Forest. Beautiful photos, fact-filled text, and engaging infographics help readers learn all about this natural wonder and how to protect it long into the future.

GRADES 1-4: Elementary-aged readers will explore the role of a judge in this 24-page nonfiction social studies book! An easy-to-read Q&A format provides basic information about a judge's job, authority, and everyday functions. GOVERNMENT BOOK FOR KIDS: Judges have important roles in federal, state, and local governments. They can make a big difference in shaping our laws and our communities. What are the different kinds of judges? What do judges...

Explore the evidence and opinions behind the headlines on climate change. Read scientific explanations about the causes and effects of Earth's changing climate and understand the political context. Then, decide where YOU stand on this important issue. The Shaping the Debate series is designed to help readers in grades 5-9 understand social issues from multiple viewpoints and to articulate their own opinions. Each book in this series explains the title...

Introduces readers to the life, diet, habitat, behavior, and physical description of moose. Colorful spreads, fun facts, diagrams, a range map, and a special reading feature make this an exciting read for animal lovers and report writers alike.

"It's a free country-I can say whatever I want!" Most Americans agree about the importance of free speech. But many don't understand the scope and limitations of this treasured liberty. Learn about the history, complexities, and conflicts related to free speech rights, from flag-burning to the treatment of hate speech. Then, decide where YOU stand on this important issue. The Shaping the Debate series is designed to help readers in grades 5-9 understand...