Perfect for book reports or summer reading, the newest titles in DK's acclaimed Biography series celebrates two stars who always hit the mark: Annie Oakley and Pele....

Brave, bold, and daring -- this is the amazing story of the world's greatest astronauts.

Includes the early pioneers of space flight from the Mercury 7 astronauts to the men and women who fly the space shuttle missions....

Perfect for book reports or summer reading, the newest titles in DK's acclaimed Biography series celebrates two stars who always hit the mark: Annie Oakley and Pele....

Whether it's the first automobile rolling off the assembly line or the first manned mission into outer space, the SCHOLASTIC BOOK OF FIRSTS will include the stories behind more than 500 of those starting points, touching on entertaining trivia and core-curricular topics.Kids will be fascinated with off-beat firsts like:First Sneakers: Keds have been around since 1917!The first modern zipper was created in 1913 by Gideon Sundback!A dog named Laika was the first Earth creature ever sent into space!First Successful Color Film: Flowers and Trees by Walt Disney in 1932!...

Kids (and parents) will marvel at the more than 250 fun and fact-filled lists packed into the "Scholastic Book of Lists." In an easy-to-read format, kids can find out everything from "10 Gross Things People Really Eat" to helpful school information like "The U.S. Presidents." Every page contains a list that covers a specific aspect of pop culture, history, weather, science, the arts, animals, sports, and more. The fresh, kid-friendly design with numerous (and humorous) illustrations will appeal to kids, whether they are browsing for entertainment or for some quick homework help....