Who Was Walt Disney?

Highlights the life and accomplishments of the famous cartoonist who created Mickey Mouse, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, and Bambi and was the owner of Walt Disney Studios and Disneyland.

Who Was Neil Armstrong?

On July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong stepped on the moon and, to an audience of over 450 million people, proclaimed his step a giant leap for mankind. This Eagle Scout built his own model planes as a little boy and then grew up to be a test pilot for experimental aircraft before becoming an astronaut.

Who Was Steve Jobs?

Examines the life and accomplishments of computer industry pioneer Steve Jobs, a founder of Apple Computer, Inc.

Who Was Thomas Alva Edison?

Black-and-white illustrations on every spread and a lower reading level than other biographies in this age group makes this a highly accessible biography for upper elementary students.

Who Was Helen Keller?

An illustrated biography shows how Helen Keller, deaf and blind since the age of two, learned to communicate, read, and do other amazing things with the help of her teacher, Annie Sullivan.

Who Was Leonardo Da Vinci?

Presents the life and accomplishments of the famous artist, scientist, engineer, and inventor.

Who Was Michael Jackson?

Born in Gary, Indiana, on August 29, 1958, Michael Jackson was definitely not a regular kid. A superstar with The Jackson 5 before he was eight years old, he became the King of Pop as a solo artist. Michael was a creative--yet deeply troubled--genius who always remained devoted to his art right up until his death is 2009 before a much anticipated tour. He had a pitch-perfect voice and footwork that his idol Fred Astaire admired. Who will ever forget the Moonwalk? Kids today who only know Jackson through video performances are nevertheless fascinated by him. Megan Stine provides a sensitive, fair-minded depiction of this unique music legend.

Who Was Louis Armstrong?

Explores how a tough black kid from New Orleans became an amazing jazz musician and band leader at a pivotal time in American history.

Who Was Mark Twain?

The fascinating life of the humorist, narrator, and social observer best known as the author of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is captured candidly in an enjoyable biography for kids who are not quite ready for long, in-depth life histories.

Who Was Anne Frank?

An easy-to-read biography looks closely at Anne Frank's life before the secret annex, what life was like in hiding from the Nazis, and the legacy of her diary.

Who Was Genghis Khan?

Named Temujin at birth by his nomadic family in early Mongolia, the great Genghis Khan used his skill and cunning to create the Mongol Empire and conquer almost the entire continent of Asia. As ruler of the largest empire in human history, he was as respected as he was feared. Learn more about the man and the legend in Who Was Genghis Khan?

Who Was Harry Houdini?

In addition to his well-known exploits as an escape artist, Harry Houdini was a famous movie star and the first pilot to fly a plane in Australia. Illustrated throughout, this well-told biography is full of details about Houdini that will intrigue kids.

Who Was Albert Einstein?

Black-and-white illustrations on every spread and a lower reading level than other biographies in this age group makes this a highly accessible biography for upper elementary students.

Who Was Nelson Mandela?

As a child he dreamt of changing South Africa; as a man he changed the world. Nelson Mandela spent his life battling apartheid and championing a peaceful revolution. He spent twenty-seven years in prison and emerged as the inspiring leader of the new South Africa. He became the country's first black president and went on to live his dream of change. This is an important and exciting addition to the Who Was...? series.

Who Was Dr. Seuss?

Highlights the life and accomplishments of the children's author and illustrator Theodor Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss.

Encyclopedia Brown Takes the Case

In each book, fifth-grade detective "Encyclopedia" Leroy Brown solves ten mysteries. Solutions are found in the back of the book, challenging readers to practice their own skills as sleuths (and critical thinkers).

Andrew Lost in the Bathroom

Ten-year-old Andrew invents a shrinking machine that allows him some unusual and instructive lessons in science from a unique vantage point.

Balto of the Blue Dawn (Original MTH #54, Merlin Mission #26)

Sleepy Hollow Sleepover

Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose spend Halloween in Sleepy Hollow, home of the legendary Headless Horseman. But strange things start happening that don't seem to be part of the planned spooky fun. Is there a real Headless Horseman haunting Sleepy Hollow?

Mike's Mystery

A children's classic now available in Spanish. Benny and his friend Mike are in trouble when they are curious about a uranium mine.

How Do Birds Find Their Way?

Birds don't need maps!Many birds make long journeys twice each year as they migrate between their winter and summer homes. Arctic terns fly more than 10,000 miles from the South Pole to northern Maine. Tiny little hummingbirds fly nonstop over the ocean for 500 miles. How do they know which way to fly? Why don't they get lost? Read and find out the many ideas scientists have come up with to explain this mystery.

Sammy Keyes And The Skeleton Man

On Halloween night, seventh-grader Sammy stumbles onto a mystery involving a 20-year-old family feud and some heirlooms stolen by a man in a skeleton costume.

Andrew Lost in the Garden

Ten-year-old Andrew invents a shrinking machine that allows him some unusual and instructive lessons in science from a unique vantage point.

Nancy Clancy Sees the Future

Nancy Clancy is back in New York Times bestselling team Jane O'Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser's third Fancy Nancy chapter book, Nancy Clancy Sees the Future! Nancy thinks she may be able to read the future... and all signs point to her being a true clairvoyant--that's fancy for fortune-teller. The central theme of all the Nancy Clancy books shines through, showing the power of positive thinking.

Earthquake In The Early Morning (MTH #24)

The magic tree house takes Jack and Annie to San Francisco in 1906, in time for them to experience one of the biggest earthquakes the United States had ever known.

Discovery in the Cave

This amazing true adventure story about the discovery of the Lascaux Cave will have young readers feeling that they've discovered something pretty special, too!In 1940, four teenage boys and a dog dropped themselves into a hole in the forest floor. Using a flaming grease gun as a torch, they ventured deep underground, eventually coming to a huge cave, the walls of which were covered with life-size paintings of animals. Whole herds of horses! Deer with horns as big as tree branches! Giant bison! The boys were amazed by their discovery. They'd stumbled upon the world's finest examples of prehistoric painting!Perfect for classroom use, this Step 4 Step into Reading book is realistically illustrated by award-winning artist Bryn Barnard.

The Deep Dish on Pizza! (History of Fun Stuff)

Chow down on a slice of history in this fact-tastic nonfiction Level 3 Ready-to-Read all about pizza, part of a series about the history of fun stuff!Did you know that two thousand years ago, the soldiers of Darius the Great used their shields to cook a pizza-like flatbread? Or that Americans eat approximately 350 slices of pizza per second? That adds up to more than seventy-five football fields of pizza each day! Learn all about the mouthwatering history of pizza in this fun, fact-filled book. A special section at the back of the book includes relevant info on subjects like geography and science, and theres even a fun quiz so you can test yourself to see what youve learned!