Ages 8 to 14 years. In the early 1600s, England was among the many countries in search of a northern passage to trade with the Far East. After many explorers failed, Henry Hudson was asked to try. This fascinating new book describes Hudson's exciting voyages and the many hardships he encountered, from becoming frozen in ice to the eventual mutiny of his crew. Features include: map of Hudson's routes; the Muscovy Company; the customs and cultures of the Penebscot, Lenape, and Mahican tribes; the ships and their cargo; the duties and pastimes of the crew while at sea; early navigational equipment; Hudson's discoveries of Hudson's Bay, Greenland, and the Hudson River; the Hudson's Bay Company and the fur trade; a recipe from the period; how England benefited from Hudson's expeditions....

"Get Involved!" explores the world of social activism. Each fascinating book will inspire children to learn about the rights all humans have as well as their responsibilities for the world, its peoples, and animals. 'Special Field Notes' sections bring the words of prominent activists to life. 'Get Active!' boxes encourage exploration and research, and offer everyday ways to become a positive force for peacefully changing the world. The fight for animal rights can be controversial. Modern champions for animal rights believe that animals should not be regarded as property, and they should not be used for food, clothing, for entertainment, or in scientific research. This illuminating book helps explain the difference between animal welfare and animal rights, and what 'cruelty' is and who defines it....

Ages 8 to 14 years. Tobacco is grown in more than 125 countries around the world and is a very valuable crop to some countries' economies. Children will learn about the history of the tobacco plant, how it is grown and sold throughout the world, and how a battle is being waged for our health against large, powerful tobacco companies....

Ages 7 to 14 years. According to Greek mythology, two sea-monsters named Charybdis and Scylla created treacherous whirlpools by spewing out the water of the sea. Charybdis and Scylla waited on either side of the narrow Strait of Messina between Sicily and Italy, and satisfied their hunger by swallowing passing ships. Today, meteorologists know that extreme ocean storms are caused by weather patterns and conditions. Ocean Storm Alert! explores how whirlpools, tidal waves, and tsunamis begin, and their effect on people at sea and in coastal areas. Topics include: Famous storms throughout history including the El Nino/La Nina storms of the Pacific region; How ancient peoples forecasted storms, and the technology that meteorologists use to predict weather today, such as Doppler radar; Techniques to stay safe during a storm, and how to avoid getting caught in unsafe weather conditions; The recovery from ocean storms when they reach land, and the large-scale environmental effects of storms; The physical and geographical pattern of storms around the world....

This title is suitable for the children of ages 7 to 12 years. The need for safe sources of renewable energy has sent scientists underground to tap the natural heat produced by the Earth. This book describes the three different ways electricity is produced from geothermal energy. Young readers will discover how this clean, safe energy is currently being used in twenty countries including the United States, the largest producer of geothermal energy....

This title is suitable for ages 4 to 8 years. Kung hay fat Choy means 'may you prosper' and is a greeting heard often during Chinese New Year. Chinese New Year, sometimes called Lunar New Year, and is celebrated in Chinese communities throughout the world....

This title is suitable for the children of ages 7 to 12 years. The need for safe sources of renewable energy has sent scientists underground to tap the natural heat produced by the Earth. This book describes the three different ways electricity is produced from geothermal energy. Young readers will discover how this clean, safe energy is currently being used in twenty countries including the United States, the largest producer of geothermal energy....

This book is suitable for ages 4 to 8 years. El Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is the Mexican equivalent of All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day. It is a popular festival among Mexicans living in the United States and Canada....

"Get Involved!" explores the world of social activism. Each fascinating book will inspire children to learn about the rights all humans have as well as their responsibilities for the world, its people, and animals. 'Special Field Notes' sections bring the words of prominent activists to life. 'Get Active!' boxes encourage exploration and research, and offer everyday ways to become a positive force for peacefully changing the world. Environmental activists are concerned for the well being of the environment, including all people, plants, and animals. This wonderfully informative title shows how environmentalists work to preserve and improve the natural environment and how young environmentalists can become positive activists themselves....

This title is suitable for ages 4 to 8 years. El Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is the Mexican equivalent of All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day. It is a popular festival among Mexicans living in the United States and Canada....

"Get Involved!" explores the world of social activism. Each fascinating book will inspire children to learn about the rights all humans have as well as their responsibilities for the world, its people, and animals. 'Special Field Notes' sections bring the words of prominent activists to life. 'Get Active!' boxes encourage exploration and research, and offer everyday ways to become a positive force for peacefully changing the world. Environmental activists are concerned for the well being of the environment, including all people, plants, and animals. This wonderfully informative title shows how environmentalists work to preserve and improve the natural environment and how young environmentalists can become positive activists themselves....

"Get Involved!" explores the world of social activism. Each fascinating book will inspire children to learn about the rights all humans have as well as their responsibilities for the world, its peoples, and animals. 'Special Field Notes' sections bring the words of prominent activists to life. 'Get Active!' boxes encourage exploration and research, and offer everyday ways to become a positive force for peacefully changing the world. The fight for animal rights can be controversial. Modern champions for animal rights believe that animals should not be regarded as property, and they should not be used for food, clothing, for entertainment, or in scientific research. This illuminating book helps explain the difference between animal welfare and animal rights, and what 'cruelty' is and who defines it....